West Virginia Executive Spring 2025 | Page 64

ABOUT ZMM
ZMM Architects and Engineers is a firm dedicated to making dreams come true. Founded in 1959 in West Virginia, ZMM has spent its lifespan providing design services, interior design and construction administration, making the process easy for clients and creating spaces that meet expectations and help communities thrive. ZMM serves as a liaison between a decision maker’ s idea of a project and a community being changed for the better – where you dream, we create, they thrive.
ZMM’ s design services have served a wide range of projects, from educational, health care, recreation and commercial facilities to multi-unit residential buildings. Some examples include the Cabell County Explorer Academy, Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, West Virginia Health Right, Valley Park Community Center and West Virginia Housing Development Fund. Whether it be through new recreation activities, increased access to health care or better entertainment venues, ZMM’ s projects are helping communities thrive throughout the region.
ZMM remains committed to providing the highest quality services to clients across West Virginia, Virginia and Ohio. At ZMM, it’ s more than architecture, it’ s about building your legacy.
CONTACT
( 304) 342-0159 zmm. com
COOPERS ROCK STARGAZING CABINS
ZMM’ s work on the Coopers Rock State Forest Stargazing Cabins has helped create a space where lovers of nature and astronomy can experience the stars like never before. Designed to blend with the natural landscape, these state-of-the-art cabins offer visitors a chance to immerse themselves in an unmatched view of the night sky while enjoying the cabin’ s modern comforts.
Located in one of the East Coast’ s darkest sky regions, the cabins feature A-frame architecture, telescopes, retractable skylights and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Strategically positioned to minimize light pollution, these cabins ensure unobstructed celestial views. No matter their stargazing experience, guests have the opportunity to witness constellations in remarkable clarity.
The Stargazing Cabins at Coopers Rock State Forest enhance outdoor tourism in West Virginia and with the help of ZMM’ s careful design strategy, will transform the park into a premier destination for celestial observation.
“ As a WVU alumna and former Morgantown resident, this project was personal for me. I wanted to showcase the beauty of one of my favorite places and help bring more visitors to the area.”
Carlie Ray NCIDQ Senior Interior Designer