Garvin Design Group is pleased to announce that Shannon Maria has joined the firm’s architectural design team.
Originally from central Massachusetts, Shannon completed her studies at Clemson University in 2023. She went on to earn dual graduate degrees from the University of Miami in Florida, completing her Master of Architecture and Master of Real Estate and Urbanism in 2025. Immediately after graduation, she worked in downtown Miami designing high-rise/mixed-use/multifamily buildings. In her free time, COLUMBIA, S.C. (November 18, 2025) – Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. is pleased to announce that six attorneys have joined the firm. These attorneys will support key practice areas, including litigation, construction, employment, real estate, public finance and insurance defense.
“We are excited to welcome this exceptional group of associates,” stated Nick Nicholson, HSB’s Managing Director. “Each brings outstanding academic credentials, practical experience and a strong commitment to client service. We COLUMBIA, S.C. (November 14, 2025)— Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. has been named a top-tier firm by Best Lawyers® in its 2026 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 17th consecutive year.The firm earned a national ranking in Litigation-Construction, and the following practice areas earned Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings:
CharlestonBusiness Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)Commercial LitigationCorporate LawLitigation - Real EstatePersonal Injury Litigation - DefendantsPublic Finance LawReal Estate Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Contract Construction are proud to announce the completion of Coastal Carolina University’s new Indoor Practice Facility in Conway, South Carolina. This state-of-the-art, 93,000-square-foot facility marks a significant enhancement to the university’s athletic and community event capabilities.
Located just south of Brooks Stadium, the Indoor Practice Facility includes a full-size synthetic football field, coaches’ observation tower, training room, video recording platforms, On July 21, Garvin Design Group and Hood Construction joined members of the University of South Carolina community for a special grand opening event and tour of the recently completed Idea Center. The Idea Center occupies three levels of the 11-story Gateway 737 building at the corner of Gadsden and Greene Streets in downtown Columbia.
Completed on an accelerated schedule, the nearly 44,000-sf Idea Center is the newest collaboration hub for the University of South Carolina. The Idea Center is intended to Garvin Design Group is pleased to announce that Jerome Simiyon recently earned licensure as a registered architect. Simiyon’s licensure follows the successful completion of the rigorous, six-part Architect Registration Examination (ARE) and certification by the South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners. Simiyon is now one of Garvin Design Group’s 11 licensed architects.
“I am deeply grateful for the guidance and support from my colleagues, mentors, and the entire team at Garvin Design Group,” Garvin Design Group recently welcomed Carlos Richardson back to the studio as a full-time architectural designer. Richardson graduated from Clemson with a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture in December 2024.
Originally from Lexington, Carlos completed summer internships with Garvin Design Group in 2023 and 2024. His curiosity about the world inspired him to study abroad in Barcelona, Spain in the spring of 2024, which sparked new plans for future international travel. Carlos will be part of the Garvin
Garvin Design Group Welcomes Shannon Maria
HSB Welcomes Six Associates Across South Carolina
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Recognized in 2026 ‘Best Law Firms’ by Best Lawyers®
Garvin Design Group, Contract Construction Complete Coastal Carolina University’s Indoor Practice Facility
Garvin Design Group + Hood Construction Complete USC Idea Center at Gateway 737
Garvin Design Group’s Jerome Simiyon Earns Architecture Licensure
Garvin Design Group Welcomes Carlos Richardson Back to the Firm
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