Michael Graves Architecture Announces Acquisition of Peterson Architecture, P.C

PRINCETON, N.J. – August 10, 2026 – Michael Graves Architecture (MG), an award-winning global leader in planning, architecture, and interior design based in Princeton, New Jersey, proudly announces a partnership with Peterson Architecture, P.C., an Indiana based, architecture practice serving Retail, Industrial, Municipal, Medical and other markets.

This strategic move marks a significant expansion for MG, broadening its footprint, strengthening its capabilities across several end markets, and adding significant experience in key growth areas.

“MG’s acquisition and partnership with Peterson Architecture helps us continue executing our strategic plan by adding great people and enabling our vision of delivering exceptional design and planning services to clients nationwide,” said Joe Furey, President and CEO of MG. “Darren Peterson, and his team bring a broad mix of design experience across many sectors, and offer full service design including Retail, Industrial, Municipal, Medical that will strengthen MG’s reach into new markets. A fun part of this deal is we now have a presence in Indiana, the birthplace of the late Michael Graves. Michael would be proud of this step,” added Furey.

This acquisition follows MG’s recent growth, which includes the addition of Maryland-based Waldon Studio Architects, New Jersey-based Jose Carballo Architectural Group, North Carolina-based Walter Robbs Callahan & Pierce Architects, Washington, D.C.-based PGN Architects, Texas-based practice technology consultancy Parallax Team, Knoxville-based Studio Four Design, Long Beach-based Kollin Altomare, the launch of MG Charlotte in North Carolina, Philadelphia-based Woodcock Design and NYS based Trudeau Architects.

“Having studied Michael Graves in college, it is especially meaningful to now become part of the team. We are excited to help build on the firm’s legacy, contribute to its future, and welcome the opportunity to work alongside a world-class architecture firm,” said Darren Peterson, Owner and Founder of Peterson Architecture.

Founded in 1996 by Darren Peterson, Peterson Architecture is a full-service architecture and planning firm based in Noblesville, Indiana. The firm brings nearly three decades of experience across municipal, public safety, retail, industrial, medical, and community-focused projects, with a reputation for collaborative design, practical problem-solving, and strong client relationships.

Peterson Architecture’s regional experience and diverse portfolio will expand MG’s ability to serve clients in key growth markets throughout Indiana and the broader Midwest. Peterson has also been a longstanding civic leader in Central Indiana, serving in leadership roles with several community, arts, and economic development organizations. His contributions have been recognized with honors including the Legacy Fund Pillar Award for Inspiring Places, City of Noblesville Volunteer of the Year, Noblesville Main Street Board Member of the Year, and the local Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year award. Peterson is a graduate of Ball State University.

For over 60 years, MG has provided clients across the globe with pioneering, humanistic solutions in architecture, product design, interior design, master planning, graphic design, and branding across many market sectors, including hospitality, civic, education, workplace, and residential. Recent projects include The St. Regis Hotel in Cairo, Egypt; Atlantic Council Headquarters in Washington, DC; The Loutrel Hotel in Charleston, SC; and many projects under the Architect of the Capitol in Washington D.C.

As part of the transition, Darren Peterson will continue to play an active leadership role with the Indiana team, supporting existing client relationships while helping expand MG’s presence throughout the Midwest. Peterson Architecture’s Noblesville-based team will become part of the broader MG platform, bringing clients continued local service and relationships, now backed by the expanded resources, national reach, and multidisciplinary expertise of Michael Graves Architecture.