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Arium AE is Now Hiring Entry-Level Architects

11 13 2023 — by Arium

Arium AE, an energetic architecture and engineering design firm, is seeking entry-level Architects to join our growing mid-sized team. We are a friendly, well-established design practice with commercial, industrial, institutional, and government projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Continue Reading

Exclusive Motorcars

05 15 2018 — by Arium

Arium AE transformed an existing prefabricated metal building into a luxury used vehicle showroom and service facility.

After over 50 years in use as an RV and Camping Center, this two story structure went under a complete exterior and interior transformation. The new home of ExclusiveMotorcars features a beautiful new vehicle showroom and sales floor, office space upstairs, and garage service bays for photography, washing and repair.

Music and Arts

05 01 2018 — by Arium

A formal welcome and reception space is made inviting through vibrant colors and transparency.

Arium AE began working with Music and Arts representatives from the onset of the project to assist with the conceptualization of a collaborative space that met today’s modern office standards but could also accommodate Music and Arts’ technical studio requirements. The project team selected a three-story office at 5295 Westview Drive that had recently undergone exterior façade improvements as new Music and Arts’ new home. One floor was allocated for current and future office staff and a portion of the second floor was slated for a music studio and information technology equipment. Being able to occupy 1.5 floors of the building gave Music and Arts the flexibility to create the collaborative work space they desired. Equally important, the space provided ample access to daylight and views of the western mountains and to the community they serve.

New 2017 NEC Meeting Room Requirements. Here’s what you need to know.

04 17 2018 — by Arium

Graphic representation of new 2017 NEC 210.71 “Meeting Room” requirements

A common directive we hear from clients during the design development phase is that they need electrical receptacles laid out in the space as required by code. It might be a surprise for some to hear that the National Electrical Code does not include specific outlet layout or minimum quantity requirements for receptacles in non-residential spaces.

With the introduction of the 2017 NEC, that is about to change.

CMIT North High School

04 03 2018 — by Stephanie Bounds Nunn

Chesapeake Math & IT Academy; As the sunset lingers on the doors, and brilliant minds get to rest.

Since 2009, Arium AE and Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF) have worked together to take existing vacant flex warehouse/office buildings and convert them to exciting, vibrant schools for Kindergarten through twelfth grade.

A Letter from Ted Crawford, Student Intern

03 20 2018 — by Arium

Arium: Architects, Engineers, and Good People

Complimentary polos, friendly, intelligent workers, and unlimited candy at reception: according to my limited work experience, these are some of the attributes of a great work environment.

Supreme Core Cider

03 13 2018 — by Arium

The exterior of the future Supreme Core Cider’s Taproom located near the US National Arboretum.

Arium has enjoyed helping numerous start-up breweries in the past couple years throughout the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Establishments like Manor Hill Brewery, Oliver Brewing Company, Hysteria Brewing Company, and Capitol Cider House to name a few. Recently, Arium helped design Supreme Core Cider’s Taproom; Washington D.C.’s second Cidery production facility and tasting room.

Arium AE: Now Hiring Architects, Interior Designer, Sr. Electrical Designer

12 17 2017 — by Arium

Arium AE is seeking:

Architects – recent graduates, interns
Interior Designers – recent graduates, interns
Sr. Electrical Designer – recent graduates

Our staff of 33 professionals is growing and seeking qualified candidates to add to our team of architects and engineers.

Bringing Cider to Washington DC

10 10 2017 — by Brian Frels

Over the past few years, Arium’s helped bring dozens of start-up breweries to the region. As the craft beverage market continues to expand, it’s with great pleasure we announce our first Cidery. Capitol Cider House will be opening in the Petworth region of Washington DC on Georgia Ave in 2018. Arium’s “brewer’s table” design concept beat out a number of design firms competing for this exciting project.

Green Globes vs LEED

08 29 2017 — by Arium

Arium is now Green Globes certified and is actively providing consulting services on projects. Green Globes is a nationally recognized green rating assessment, guidance, and certification program similar to LEED.

Arium AE’s Donating the Color from our website

05 18 2017 — by Arium

We’re partnering with Sherwin-Williams for National Painting Week, May 19-29, 2017. In exchange for donating the color from our Arium AE website, Sherwin-Williams is pledging 5,000 SF worth of paint to bring color to communities across the country.