KZF Design

04/21/2026

Continuing our 70th anniversary commitment to giving back, the KZF Design team rolled up our sleeves this weekend at the Cincinnati Parks Foundation ObLITTERators cleanup. Mt. Airy Forest was the perfect backdrop for a sunny afternoon of teamwork and fun as we helped clear litter from one of our city’s great green spaces.

With Earth Day 2026 on the horizon, we celebrated a little early by caring for the places that make Cincinnati special.

04/06/2026

KZF Design is excited to share that we’ve been named a 2026 Rising Giant of Design by Interior Design Magazine, coming in at #102 on this year’s Interior Design Giants list!

This marks our 40th consecutive year on the list. Four decades of recognition wouldn’t be possible without our incredible interior design team. They are the creative minds dedicated to shaping better futures through thoughtful, human-centered design.

Join us in celebrating their hard work, passion, and accomplishments!

03/26/2026

We’re celebrating Cincinnati’s biggest “unofficial” holiday decked out in our favorite Reds gear and ready for that first pitch. Whether you’re cheering from the stands or the office, we hope your Opening Day is full of team spirit and Reds pride.

Happy Opening Day, Cincinnati! ⚾❤️

03/05/2026

As part of our 70th anniversary celebration, KZF is giving back and engaging with our community every month!

To kick things off we worked with the Girl Scouts of Kentucky's Wilderness Road to sponsor the donation of 70 boxes of Thin Mints and 70 boxes of Peanut Butter Sandwich cookies to The Freestore Foodbank. 🍪

We value every opportunity to highlight these great local nonprofits that are making a positive impact in our tri-state!

03/02/2026

KZF Design Celebrates 70 Years of Designing Better Futures! 🎉

Join us in a walk down memory lane as we celebrate KZF’s founding 70 years ago on March 1, 1956. Since that day we have grown into a leading multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, design, and planning firm serving clients across a broad range of markets to create regional landmarks across the country and around the world.

“For 70 years, our work has centered on helping clients bring their vision to life through thoughtful, collaborative design. This milestone is not only a celebration of where we’ve been, but a launch point for where we’re going.” – Doug Marsh, President & CEO

Stay tuned for more as we celebrate this landmark anniversary all year long!

12/22/2025

There’s just something special about a handwritten Christmas card! Design professionals have long found creative ways to make the tradition their own. Enjoy this article that takes a festive look at holiday cards designed by legendary figures like Charles and Ray Eames, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.

Historic Christmas cards sent by architects provide a glimpse into their personal lives

12/16/2025

When we aren't busy designing better futures, we're designing festive workspaces! Teams K, Z, and F each took on the task of decorating an entire floor of the KZF office to add some magic to the holiday season for staff and visitors.

11/24/2025

Even the most imaginative worlds still rely on smart architectural ideas to bring their environments to life. Learn all about the remarkable design decisions found in Wicked: For Good at the link below!

Production designer Nathan Crowley explains how he designed a floating fortress using inverted arches, narrowing blue brick, and hidden tapestries.

11/19/2025

Good transit doesn’t have to be complicated. Clear routes, thoughtful stop spacing, and reliable service go a long way toward improving daily commutes. This article walks through how small choices can make everyday trips noticeably easier!

The city passed an ordinance in 2024 allowing employers to offer workforce housing in the for of RV camping on company property.

11/12/2025

Workplace design isn’t just about meeting today’s needs; it’s about anticipating the needs of tomorrow. Learn how a forward-thinking design approach helps create spaces that are flexible, human-centered, and ready for whatever comes next.

Workplace design is evolving into a living system—flexible, human-centered, and ready to adapt to the unpredictable needs of the future.

11/05/2025

The heat was on at KZF Design today! We saw a big turnout at the Annual Team KZF Chili Cook-Off. Bold flavors were tasted and a great time was had. Congrats to Brittany for winning the coveted first place trophy this year, and thanks to everyone who spiced up the week by participating! 🔥