SRG Partnership Joins CannonDesign

Feb. 1, 2024 — CANNONDESIGN.com — SRG Partnership, a dynamic architecture, interiors and planning firm with studios in Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, Washington, has joined CannonDesign. This merger of talent represents not only a fusion of businesses but a powerhouse union of two firms committed to making a profound difference through design.

Both SRG Partnership and CannonDesign share a commitment to designing spaces that help people, communities and the environment flourish. Together, our firms will amplify our impact throughout the Pacific Northwest and across the country, setting new standards for transformative design for health and wellness, education, science and technology, sports and recreation, and culture.

Going forward, SRG Partnership will be known as SRG + CannonDesign. With the addition of SRG’s Portland and Seattle studios, CannonDesign now has 18 offices and nearly 1,300 teammates across North America and India.

“SRG Partnership defines itself with a statement — Invent a better future — that truly resonates with me,” says CannonDesign’s CEO Bradley Lukanic, AIA. “Partnering with this established design firm is a wonderful start to the year. The alignment and focus between our firms will drive us forward; together we’re going to create positive impacts with design excellence in and outside our communities.”

SRG has a storied history in the Pacific Northwest spanning more than 50 years. Led by President Lisa Petterson, the firm is widely recognized for its commitment to crafting deeply sustainable buildings that enhance the quality of life. Its more than 50 employees have led award-winning projects of all scales, from the Oregon Health & Science University Knight Cancer Research Building to Hayward Field at the University of Oregon, the Multnomah County Central Courthouse and the Center for Behavioral Health and Learning at the University of Washington, among others.

"CannonDesign’s Living-Centered Design ethos also beautifully aligns with our purpose to leave a lasting impact on communities. I’m genuinely excited about the new opportunities this merger brings to our people, clients and the communities we design for," added Peterson.

As a JUST organization, SRG has undergone the International Living Future Institute's process to measure social justice and equity in its workplace. Their thriving design culture has earned them recognition at both local and national levels, receiving awards from prestigious organizations such as Architizer, the Architects Newspaper, IIDA and multiple AIA chapters.

"There's a clear synergy in our firms’ shared commitment to design excellence,” added David Polzin, CannonDesign’s Executive Director of Design. “SRG’s portfolio is outstanding, both regionally sensitive and transcendent of place. Their teams’ dedication to being environmentally responsible, resilient and equitable is evident in their work. I’m looking forward to designing a brighter future together.”