LSM Employee Directory
Architecture and PlanningDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
LSM is an architecture and planning practice based in Washington, District of Columbia. It undertakes ambitious architectural projects worldwide, delivering design solutions through rigorous analysis, strategic thinking, and investigative work. The firm operates as a midsize studio with a core group of practitioners, and was founded in 1991. A senior leadership team led by Debra Lehman Smith and James McLeish provides ongoing direction and facilitates clear communication and collaboration across engagements. It serves clients seeking thoughtful architectural and planning services for both international and local assignments, leveraging a broad knowledge base and flexible talent deployment. In the architecture and planning industry, the firm positions itself as a cohesive team with a long-standing collaborative culture and a steady leadership presence.