Baker Barrios Architects, a multidisciplinary architectural and design firm with projects across the U.S., announced two new strategic additions to its leadership: William Maffett, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, MBA, as national director of higher education and Jeff Saad, LEED AP, as Midwest regional director of healthcare. Maffett is based out of the firm’s Nashville office, while Saad is located in the firm’s Chicago office.
According to Baker Barrios co-founder and CEO, Tim Baker, these hires are part of the firm’s national expansion efforts, which include the opening of the Chicago office in 2022 and licensing in all 50 states.
William Maffett has nearly two decades of experience in planning, design and construction in the higher education sector, including serving on the staff of Auburn University as a campus architect overseeing more than $360 million in capital projects during his tenure.
Saad has nearly two decades in the industry, focused almost entirely on designing for the healthcare sector in the U.S. and internationally. He most recently served as a health and wellness practice leader for Gensler.
