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Arium AE

Columbia, MD

Creative Vision Technical Precision

Services
15
Offices
2
Projects
5
Leaders
3
Founded
1988

Overview

Arium AE is an integrated architecture, MEP engineering, and interior design firm serving clients across the Mid-Atlantic region from offices in Columbia, Maryland and Vienna, Virginia. Founded in 1988, Arium AE brings architects, engineers, and interior designers under one roof to deliver projects across government and mission-critical facilities, biotech and healthcare, corporate and tenant planning, education, and industrial sectors. With 80% repeat clients and 675 projects completed in 2024, it emphasizes coordination, responsiveness, and practical design.

Founded
1988

Services

Architecture

Functional, flexible building design for new construction and renovation, from concept through permitting and construction administration, with expertise in local jurisdiction requirements across Maryland, DC, and Virginia.

Interior Design

Commercial and institutional interior design that supports community identity and workplace function, including tenant fit-outs and specialty environments.

Planning

Big-picture programming and project planning strategy to help clients start and stay on track through complex projects.

Industries

Firm type

Projects

UMD Quantum Labs Center

College Park, MD | University of Maryland / Terrapin Development | Education

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Leadership

Brian Frels

Principal

Stephanie Bounds Nunn

Principal

Scott Walthour

Principal

Testimonials

Arium delivered more than just a building, they helped us create a space that will support, serve and inspire the Laurel community.

Bill Bailey, Director, Department of Parks and Recreation, City of Laurel

They're responsive, practical, and always on time. I can't imagine doing a secure facility project without them.

Jeff Kassman, Industry Partner

Offices

Baltimore Metro

Headquarters

5537 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 435

Columbia, MD 21045

(410) 730-2300

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NOVA/DC Metro

8320 Old Courthouse Road, Suite 500

Vienna, VA 22182

(301) 621-4600

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