About
Our story
Founded in 1983 in Savannah, Georgia. For four decades, Cogdell Mendrala Architects has earned a reputation for creative, budget-wise design and unmatched client service.
Open collaboration at every step
Each project team is led by a firm principal and staffed with specialists chosen to meet your unique goals. From initial concept through construction, we maintain transparent communication, keeping you informed, involved, and confident in every decision.
What we doOur people
Our leadership team
Casey Smith
AIA, NCARB, NFPA
Chief Operations Officer
A specialist in educational renovations and additions, Casey combines construction expertise with meticulous attention to detail to evaluate existing structures and deliver cost-effective solutions.
Marty Harrell
ASID, NCIDQ Certified
Interior Design Principal
Since joining CMA in 1994, Marty has led all interior design projects. With deep expertise in programming and space planning, she helps owners define and refine their space requirements and adjacencies.
Eric McManus
AIA, NCARB
Design Principal
Since joining Cogdell Mendrala, Eric has led design efforts and overseen construction documentation for the firm’s largest projects.
Our team
Lance Miles
Director of Business Development
Sandy Sherrill
RA
Architect
Stacy Pierce
AIA
Project Architect
Katrina Hornung
LEED Green Associate
Architectural Designer & Project Manager
Khushali Chaliawala
Architectural Designer
Meaghan Buckley
Architectural Designer
Nicholas Carosso
Architectural Associate
Justine James
Architectural Technician
Amy Vogelsang
Office Manager
Amy is responsible for initial phone and office contact with clients and other visitors, word processing and scheduling for field personnel, and performing all administrative duties for Cogdell & Mendrala.
