Carly Chapman on Passion, Growth, and Thoughtful Design

In this episode of the Kanawha Valley Hustlers podcast, I sit down with Carly Chapman, Director of Interior Design at ZMM Architects and Engineers. Carly explains how ZMM focuses on creating spaces that people love, with a commitment to design that prioritizes the experience and needs of the end user. We discuss ZMM’s recent growth, expanding from 35 to over 70 employees and adding offices in Ohio and Virginia. Carly shares how their new leadership team structure helps them serve a wider range of clients across industries like K-12 schools, healthcare, and corporate design. She attributes their success to the quality of their work and their ability to combine functionality with thoughtful design. Carly also reflects on her journey, crediting her tenacity and passion for her work as key factors in her career. It’s clear that Carly loves what she does and believes in the impact of good design.