Kim Smith was the first female Associate Principal of VMDO Architects. Her design leadership is characterized by an attentive management style and commitment to in-depth problem-solving and follow-through at every phase of a project. 

Kim brings over twenty years of experience to the VMDO team as the project architect and project manager for many projects. Kim is inspired by projects of all sizes, whether new construction or renovation projects, and sustains that enthusiasm throughout the duration of multi-year contracts. Her focus on detail, process, and project standards is well-suited to her project management roles in projects such as Tidewater Community College Chesapeake’s New Student Center, Washington & Lee University’s Elrod University Commons, and the University of Richmond’s Basketball Practice and Well-Being Center.