Zimmerman Architectural Studios, Inc.

09/21/2026

Step inside Zimmerman Architectural Studios during Doors Open Milwaukee 2026!

Once home to the Milwaukee Gas Light Company’s West Side Works, the site played a key role in producing the gas that illuminated Milwaukee’s streetlights. Originally designed by Alexander Eschweiler, the historic building was thoughtfully renovated by Zimmerman Architectural Studios in 2008, bringing new life to its striking industrial interior.

In 2026, Zimmerman celebrates 120 years of shaping Milwaukee’s built environment.

We’re grateful to Zimmerman Architectural Studios for supporting Doors Open Milwaukee 2026!

Doors Open Milwaukee | Sept. 26–27
Plan your weekend at doorsopenmilwaukee.org

To see the full list of 190+ participating sites and to plan your weekend, you can go to this link: historicmilwaukee.org/doors-open/buildings/

Zimmerman Architectural Studios, Inc.

09/16/2026

Racing for the roses, six years in a row.

Zimmerman has been named a Milwaukee Business Journal's 'Best Place to Work' for the sixth consecutive year. It’s truly a reflection of what we value most: supporting growth, fostering connection and creating a workplace where our people can thrive.

A big thank you to the Milwaukee Business Journal for a fun-filled Derby Day complete with horse race betting, big wins and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Back in the winner’s circle, and ready for the next race. 🏇🌹

08/25/2026

Lisa Jansen's Legacy Leader of the Year award is a recognition of nearly 40 years of leadership, mentorship and meaningful impact at Zimmerman and throughout our industry. But for those of us who know Lisa, it’s also a celebration of the person behind the award—a great leader, mentor and human being who makes a difference in the lives of the people around her.

We’re proud to celebrate you, Lisa. And congratulations to all of the incredible women recognized alongside her with The Daily Reporter's Women in Construction Awards.

Read more about Lisa’s recognition: https://dailyreporter.com/2026/08/20/women-in-construction-lisa-jansen-legacy-leader-of-the-year/.

08/14/2026

Cream puffs. The Giant Slide. Way too much food on a stick. The rides. And, of course, the animals.

We love a trip to the Wisconsin State Fair, and this year, our visit came with an exciting reason to look a little closer at Agriculture Village.

Zimmerman Architectural Studios, in partnership with GH2 Architects LLC and Harwood Engineering, has been selected to design a new agricultural facility at Wisconsin State Fair Park.

The new facility will:
• Increase animal capacity
• Improve animal and pedestrian circulation
• Strengthen biosecurity
• Provide dedicated spaces for showrings, educational displays and agricultural programming
• Support year-round events beyond the “Best 11 Days of Summer”

While at the Fair, our team had the opportunity to explore the existing facilities firsthand and experience the energy of Agriculture Village - including attending the Livestock Auction. It was a great reminder of the traditions, people and animals that make this part of the Fair so special; and what makes designing its next chapter such a meaningful opportunity.

Read more about the project in the Milwaukee Business Journal: https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/news/2026/08/04/wisconsin-state-fair-plans-new-agriculture-center.html?csrc=6398&taid=6a778ae9e6e40500019f92ba&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=threads.net

08/13/2026

A meaningful milestone for Seton Catholic Schools and the Milwaukee community.

The ribbon cutting at St. Rafael the Archangel and Prince of Peace Schools marks the first new parish Catholic school buildings in Milwaukee in nearly 60 years.

With space for 500 students at each school, these new facilities create a foundation for learning, faith education and community, strengthening these schools as anchors in their neighborhoods for generations of students.

Now, the doors are ready to open and welcome students back for a successful school year.

Construction: CG Schmidt
Engineering: Harwood Engineering
Owner's Rep: The Concord Group
Mark Frohna Photography

08/06/2026

The spaces where healing takes place have the power to shape the patient experience, offering comfort, connection, and hope when it matters most.

For more than 30 years, SSM Health Cancer Care has been the only accredited cancer center serving patients across 29 Wisconsin counties. With Phase 1 of the Cancer Center expansion now complete, a new chapter of patient-centered care begins in Fond du Lac. Expanded treatment areas, increased pharmacy capacity, abundant natural light, and a welcoming new entrance have been thoughtfully designed to support patients and their loved ones throughout every step of their journey.

When design begins with compassion, it can become part of the healing process.

07/14/2026

Nearly 40 years ago, Lisa Jansen joined Zimmerman Architectural Studios as an interior designer. Today, she's being honored as The Daily Reporter's 2026 Top Women in Construction Legacy Leader of the Year.

From designer to Vice President, Principal, Director of Interior Design, and shareholder, Lisa has led design on some of Wisconsin's most meaningful healthcare, education, and civic projects, earning recognition from ASID and IIDA along the way. Beyond the portfolio, she has built a design team known for collaboration and accountability, mentored countless designers and students throughout her career, and given her time to the community — all while preparing the studio's next chapter of leadership.

Please join us in congratulating Lisa on this well-earned recognition. 👏

07/08/2026

What started as a conversation over a beverage has led to a whole new vision for Molson Coors' Milwaukee headquarters — and we're just getting started.

Zimmerman was the selected design firm to lead the renovation of Building 66 and Building 66A — 294,000 SF, eight floors including the lobby, right in the heart of Milwaukee. Our "Moments" concept is the design framework that gives each floor its own story, drawn from the people, places, and culture that define this iconic beverage brand. The result: a workplace that puts people first. Dynamic, inspiring, and built for the way Molson Coors works today.

Eight floors. Eight Moments. So much more design to come.

Pull up a stool and follow along as we reveal the renovation floor by floor. Cheers.
BSI - Building Service Inc, Amplify Graphics & Branding

07/07/2026

Big news for South Milwaukee: the Bucyrus Museum was just featured in USA Today! We were proud to help bring this museum and its story to life. If you haven't visited yet, use this as a sign that it's a great time to do so!

Wisconsin’s Bucyrus Museum tells the story of American manufacturing.

06/17/2026

We designed the original building that's now home to WCTC's Applied AI Lab, and planned the structure to support a future second-story addition from day one. Seeing that long-term vision come to life at today's groundbreaking is incredibly rewarding.

Just as notable is how many organizations rallied around this project - generous foundations, regional businesses and WCTC's own students, all investing in the same vision. That kind of collective commitment to technical education says a lot about this community, and what it means for Wisconsin's next generation of AI and data talent.

From here, we're working side-by-side with Corporate Contractors Inc. (CCI) leading construction and Harwood Engineering leading the engineering work. We'll see you in spring 2027!