What Steven Brings to the Table
Meet Steven, our project architect who thrives on variety and meaningful work.
Whether he’s diving into design, analyzing building codes, or helping develop drawing sets, he brings dedication and a community-focused mindset to everything he does. As a licensed architect who loves tackling new challenges—from biking cross-country trails to relearning piano—he’s committed to creating buildings that positively impact the people and communities they serve.
Let’s get to know Steven!
The Interview
Q: What’s your job title, and what do you do day to day?
A: I have the title of project architect, and I get to do a little bit of everything!
Some days I will be doing design work, others a thorough code analysis, some days are full of meetings, and I also do a fair amount of production work helping to develop drawing sets.
Q: What’s your favorite part about your job and our company culture?
A: As architects, our duty is to the people our buildings serve. The type of work we do has a direct impact on not only our users, but everyone who lives in the area. I find a lot of fulfillment in doing meaningful work that will positively influence communities.
I really appreciate Garmann Miller and Gilbert Architects’ commitment to their values and the integrity with which the company operates. I feel as though everyone is truly working together to do the best work we possibly can to do right by our clients and the communities they serve.
Q: What’s your favorite project or achievement and why?
A: Getting my professional license and having the title of Architect was both a professional and personal goal of mine. Not only was it a tremendous amount of work to achieve, but a milestone in my life that I am able to look back on and know I can achieve my goals and dreams, which I did not always believe was possible.
Q: What does an ideal weekend look like for you?
A: An ideal weekend starts with grabbing a good coffee somewhere, spending time with my wife Kendall, our dog Olive, and our cat Crackers, as well as a good mix of productivity, socializing, and relaxing. My ideal weekend ends with a long run on Sunday with my run club, which is followed by watching football or soccer!
Q: What’s the best trip you’ve ever been on and why?
A: My favorite trip to date was in 2021 when my wife Kendall and I biked from Pittsburgh to Washington DC on the Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Towpath. It was a great physical challenge but also gave us the chance to visit a lot of unique small towns along the way.
Q: What’s your favorite food?
A: I love Mediterranean food, particularly falafel and hummus!
Q: If you could swap jobs with anyone for a day, who would it be and why?
A: I would love to be a musician for a day. I have always loved music and am currently relearning how to play the piano!
