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Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects CEO Mike Smith Retires

After 35 years with Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects, CEO Mike Smith has retired, leaving a lasting impact on the firm’s projects, people, and culture. His leadership helped strengthen collaboration, develop future leaders, and shape the firm’s growth across multiple practice areas. With a carefully planned leadership transition in place, Sherman Carter Barnhart celebrates Mike’s legacy and looks ahead to its next chapter.

IMPACT Center Recognized as a 2026 Learning By Design Outstanding Project

Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects’ IMPACT Center for Leadership and Innovation in Bowling Green, Kentucky, has been recognized as a 2026 Learning By Design Outstanding Project. The award celebrates the facility’s innovative approach to career and technical education, flexible learning environments, industry collaboration, and sustainability, creating opportunities for students in grades 7–12 to develop leadership skills and prepare for future careers.

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New South Green Elementary

Beecher Terrace Redevelopment – A Choice Neighborhoods Initiative

J. David Rosenberg College of Law Renovation & Expansion

Greenwood High School Campus Modernization

Impact Center for Leadership & Innovation

New Johnson Central High School & Career Technology Center

South Warren High School

Warren Central High School Addition & Renovation

Hart County High School

Marshall County High School Renovation & Expansion

Floyd Central High School

Taylor County High School

McCracken County High School

Boyd County High School & Athletic Complex

Corbin Independent High School Addition & Renovation

South Warren High School

Meade County High School Addition & Renovation

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Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects CEO Mike Smith Retires

IMPACT Center Recognized as a 2026 Learning By Design Outstanding Project

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