Core States Group and Bernardon, LLC recently announced that Bernardon will operate under the Core States Group name, effective October 1, 2024. Core States Group is an integrated, architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm. According to the press release, this new chapter will strengthen Core States Group’s capabilities and open more opportunities to impact the industry nationwide.
Established in 1973, Bernardon is recognized as one of the top 100 design firms in the Mid-Atlantic region and among the top 300 architecture firms in the United States.
“Our name is changing, but Bernardon’s commitment to innovative design remains. This full integration with Core States Group will reinforce our strong partnership and enable us to provide an even more robust portfolio of services to our clients,” said Michael S. McCloskey, AIA, LEED AP, Vice President at Bernardon who will actively continue in his role with Core States Group.
According to D. David Dugan, President and CEO at Core States Group, “As Core States Group and Bernardon continue to combine our strengths and resources under the Core States Group brand, we are aligned in building a long-term strategy of developing market expertise, providing a collection of integrated services, and bringing a programmatic approach to our projects regionally and across the nation.”
This announcement comes on the heels of Core States Group’s recent acquisition of Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. As Core States Group celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, these developments reinforce the company’s commitment to leading the industry and creating a world where all environments improve everyday life.