PROJECTS
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Bass, Berry & Sims
Nashville, Tennessee
Bass, Berry & Sims’ new office brings people together through purposeful spaces, collaborative work areas, and engaging stairways to celebrate movement.
AllianceBernstein Nashville Headquarters
Nashville, Tennessee
Spanning eight floors at Fifth + Broadway, a commercial office building also designed by Gensler, AllianceBernstein’s Nashville headquarters features a design that sets people and business into motion.
Officeworks Nashville Showroom
Nashville, Tennessee
With the mystique of a social club and members-only exclusivity, Officeworks Nashville Showroom piques curiosity and intrigue with unique design and creativity.
Fifth + Broadway
Nashville, Tennessee
Fifth + Broadway reenergizes downtown Nashville with a dynamic, live-work mixed-use district that features retail, restaurants, Class A office space, and more.
Assembly Food Hall
Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville’s new mixed-use district, Fifth + Broadway, boasts a dynamic food hall designed by Gensler that showcases the diverse local culinary scene plus performances from top local and global talent.
Sixty Vines at Assembly Food Hall
Nashville, Tennessee
An integral part of the Assembly Food Hall, Sixty Vines creates a sophisticated, bright, and airy atmosphere where guests can socialize, wine, and dine together.
One Century Place Building Repositioning
Nashville, Tennessee
Gensler repositioned the One Century Place Building to create a Class A office building with high-end contemporary finishes.
Kimpton Aertson Hotel
Nashville, Tennessee
The Kimpton Aertson Hotel creates a unique and tailored experience for visitors, making them feel at home and connected to Nashville's rich history and culture.
First Creek Redevelopment Plan
Knoxville, Tennessee
Gensler crafted a revitalization plan for First Creek, a 22-acre public housing site on the edge of downtown Knoxville that introduces mixed-income housing.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Data Center
Memphis, Tennessee
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Data Center houses mission-critical functions and serves to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric diseases.
REGIONAL LEADERSHIP
Judy Pesek
Regional Managing Principal
As South Central Regional Managing Principal and a founding member of Gensler’s Workplace Taskforce, Judy Pesek brings more than 40 years of experience rooted in deep client relationships and a long-time client following.
Cindy Simpson
Regional Managing Principal
Cindy Simpson is a Co-Regional Managing Principal and member of Gensler’s Board of Directors, as well as an International Interior Design Association Fellow.
OFFICE LEADERSHIP
Kelly Cathey
Co-Managing Director
Kelly Cathey is a Co-Managing Director of Gensler Nashville who focuses on creating next-generation destinations that promote culture and community.
Christopher Goggin
Co-Managing Director, Principal
As Co-Managing Director, Christopher Goggin is committed to helping foster new opportunities for Gensler’s Nashville office, with experience leading projects focused on the future workplace.
LEADERSHIP
Pete Chalfant
Hospitality Leader
Pete Chalfant is a regional Hospitality Leader at Gensler, delivering impactful hospitality projects, ranging from 65-key properties to 2,000-key hotels.
Brian Hubbard
Design Director
Brian Hubbard is a Design Director in Gensler Nashville who leads teams dedicated to bringing new approaches to design processes and strategies to help clients.
NEWS & RECOGNITION
Interior Design Magazine Celebrates 60 Years of Gensler’s Impact on the Business of Design
The exclusive feature spotlights global projects across practices and interviews with leaders, including Q&As with co-CEOs Jordan Goldstein and Elizabeth Brink and co-chairs Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins.
August 25, 2025
Office Snapshots Spotlighted the Gensler-Designed Bass, Berry & Sims Offices in Nashville
The dynamic workspace fosters connection through purposeful spaces, collaborative areas, and a central stairway that celebrates movement across the eight-floor layout.
July 22, 2025
Office Snapshots Spotlighted the Gensler-Designed Officeworks Showroom in Nashville
The trade-only furniture showroom features an edgy design, bold materials, and inviting social areas that reflect the city’s vibrant culture and craftsmanship heritage.
June 17, 2025
Gensler Ranked #1 on Architectural Record’s Top 300 U.S. Architecture Firms of 2025
Architectural Record recognized Gensler as the #1 firm for the sixth consecutive year on its list of the Top 300 Architecture Firms in the U.S.
June 04, 2025
Gensler Recognized on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2025 List
Recognized for the second consecutive year, the global design firm earned praise for its Gensler Product Sustainability (GPS) Standards™, spotlighting groundbreaking innovation in the building sector.
March 18, 2025
Gensler Ranked #1 on Interior Design’s 2025 Top 100 Giants List
Gensler was also voted the Most Admired Firm by our peers.
March 17, 2025
Forbes Recognized Gensler on Its 2025 List of America’s Best Large Employers
The annual ranking is based on a survey of more than 217,000 U.S. employees at companies across all industry sectors employing more than 5,000 U.S. workers.
February 12, 2025
Forbes Ranked Gensler on Its List of America’s Dream Employers 2025
Forbes’ list is based on survey results of more than 10,000 college students in the U.S. and over 140,000 U.S.-based employees across all sectors.
November 26, 2024
Gensler Nashville Design Director Brian Hubbard on the Current State of Converting Towers in Nashville
Nashville Business Journal interviewed Brian Hubbard about office conversions in the Nashville market and how office-to-hospitality conversion projects are doing well.
April 15, 2024
Gensler Nashville Co-Managing Directors Share Design Trends for 2024
Nashville Business Journal interviewed Christopher Goggin and Kelly Cathey about design trends for 2024, what makes Nashville so unique, and what’s next for the firm in the region.
January 29, 2024
Gensler Is Leading the Renovation and Design Work for Pastis French Bistro in Nashville
Gensler is partnering with Brooklyn-based Paisley Design NYC to ensure the signature Pastis brand is realized within the new 240-seat venue.
November 30, 2023
A Q&A With Gensler Nashville Co-Managing Director Kelly Cathey
Invest:Nashville interviewed Kelly Cathey about the Gensler’s investment in the Nashville market and how Gensler is innovating and shaping the built environment in the city.
November 07, 2023
Here’s Why “Hybrid Workers Are Actually a Big Part of the Reason Downtowns Are Hanging On”
Fast Company spotlighted Gensler’s City Pulse report and explained why hybrid workers are spending more time in CBDs outside of working hours — and opting to work at third spaces in downtowns rather than at home.
November 02, 2023
How Employers Are Trying To Reengage Their Workers in the Office
Gensler Nashville Co-Managing Director Christopher Goggin shared the importance of amenities and experiences that foster collaboration and culture to attract people back to the office.
June 29, 2023
Company Leaders Are Seeking Ways to Motivate Employees to Return to the Office
Christopher Goggin, Co-Managing Director of Gensler’s Nashville office, discussed the importance of creating great workplace experiences.
April 19, 2023
INSIGHTS
Blog
A Multigenerational Workforce Demands Multigenerational Design
Employees over 65 are defying stereotypes and redefining expectations. Organizations that design with them in mind won’t just gain an edge today — they’ll shape the future of work.
Blog
The Future of Real Estate Metrics: Human Connection
The places that thrive in the years ahead will be designed to build relationships, inspire belonging, and foster togetherness.
Blog
Design as Storytelling: How AI Is Transforming the Way We Imagine, Create, and Connect
AI isn’t here to replace creativity. It’s here to amplify it — helping us move from inspiration to iteration with greater speed and substance.
Blog
Six Decades of Creativity: Interior Design Magazine Celebrates Gensler’s 60th Anniversary
The industry publication marks a milestone in the firm’s history with a roundup of global projects and people shaping what’s next in design.
Blog
Designing Workplaces That Work — With Your People
When employees are involved in the planning and design process, the workspaces we create are more effective, engaging, and human.
Blog
How Business Schools Are Embracing Workforce Preparedness and Student Well-Being
To prepare students for success, campuses are becoming interdisciplinary, flexible environments that foster career readiness and holistic growth.
Blog
Debunking 3 Myths About Generational Differences in the Workplace
As generational differences narrow, organizations should focus their workplace strategies across the entire talent spectrum.
Blog
How the Future of Work Is Influencing Workplace Design
While workplace design changes incrementally, the past few years radically transformed our expectations of an office and how we can design for what’s possible.
Research
City Pulse 2025
Gensler surveyed 33,000 people across 65 cities to uncover what makes a city magnetic — how it attracts new residents and keeps them wanting to stay.
Research
Global Workplace Survey 2025
Gensler’s Global Workplace Survey 2025 reveals the importance of in-person work and insights on how workplaces can be better designed to support all forms of work for individuals and teams.
Sustainability
Resilience by Design
Our Resilience by Design Report presents solutions for transforming the built environment to achieve a net zero carbon impact across our portfolio and the design industry.
Blog
How Branded Healthcare Environments Can Build Trust and Community
Brand identity plays a vital role in shaping patient experiences and reinforcing confidence in healthcare interiors.
Blog
The Future Is Mixed Use: How Principles of Mixed Use Design Will Restore Our Communities
Here are four principles for creating mixed-use environments that will future-proof real estate.
Design Forecast
Design Forecast 2025
Explore Gensler’s Design Forecast 2025, a collection of the top global design trends that are shaping the future of the human experience and the built environment.
Insight
5 Trends Shaping Design in 2025
Here are the 5 most important and actionable themes shaping design in 2025, based on over 100 trends across 33 industries around the world.
Blog
The EV Revolution — And Why Charging Stations Are So Critical
Gensler’s mobility and aviation experts discuss what’s next for electric vehicles, EV charging stations, and more.
Blog
Why Connected Neighborhoods Are Key to Urban Revitalization
In cities like Nashville, new development must consider the need to enhance neighborhood character and a connected urban experience.
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