The 25 – Devin Kimmel, AIA, ASLA

Devin Kimmel, AIA, ASLA, managing principal of Kimmel Studio, is a leading voice in traditional architecture and design. His unwavering commitment to classical principles is evident in the studio’s renowned high-end custom architecture and historic preservation projects.

“My passion for traditional architecture stems from a belief in the continuous history of design,” he says. “It’s not about blind replication but learning from the past to inform the future. I’m driven by the challenge of reinterpreting these principles for contemporary life, ensuring our built environment tells a story and fosters a meaningful experience.”

As an all-in-one firm, Kimmel Studio seamlessly integrates architectural design, landscape architecture, and interior design, reflecting its principal’s holistic vision. This fusion of services also significantly enhances the success of traditional-leaning and preservation projects.

A dedicated member of the ICAA, Kimmel demonstrates a profound understanding of classical forms, proportions, and detailing. This knowledge has been honed through extensive study, travel, and his tenure teaching classical drawing and building typology at the University of Maryland.

His dedication to preserving architectural heritage is exemplified by the award-winning Cloverfields mansion project, which garnered multiple accolades, including two John Russell Pope Awards from ICAA. Kimmel’s talent for traditional design on a grand scale was further highlighted when his classical design was selected as a finalist for the National World War I Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Through his dedication to classical and traditional styles and his innovative integration of landscape, Kimmel stands as a national leader, consistently setting a benchmark for excellence in the field.