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Professional welcome graphic for Keith Solomon, AIA, NCARB, who joins CPL as Senior Architectural Associate Principal in the Atlanta office. The image features a portrait of Keith smiling in a suit and light blue shirt, alongside CPL’s logo, a welcome message and a red line illustration of an apple representing CPL's K-12 Practice.

ATLANTA, GA — CPL, a full-service architectural and engineering design firm, is pleased to welcome Keith Solomon, AIA, NCARB, as a Senior Architectural Associate Principal in the K-12 Education Practice team out of the firm’s Atlanta office.

Solomon brings over 25 years of experience in architecture, project management and firm leadership. Over his career, he has successfully led teams and projects across various sectors, with a proven track record in the education market. In his new role, Solomon will be instrumental in expanding CPL’s K-12 education practice, working closely with clients to create learning environments that support students, teachers, and communities.

“Solomon’s leadership and deep knowledge of the education sector make him the perfect addition to our K-12 team,” said Christopher Colby, AIA, LEED AP, National K-12 Education Practice Leader at CPL. “His ability to manage complex projects and foster strong client relationships will be key to helping us expand our reach and continue delivering impactful educational spaces.”

Solomon’s portfolio includes notable educational projects, where his dedication to creating functional, inspiring environments has been a hallmark of his career journey. He recognizes the vital role that learning spaces play in shaping student outcomes and enhancing the overall educational experience, and his work reflects a strong focus on both flexibility and long-term sustainability in design.

“I’ve always found the greatest satisfaction in designing spaces that support the next generation of learners,” said Solomon. “The impact of these projects extends far beyond the classroom—it shapes the future of communities, inspires students and creates environments that foster collaboration and growth for both educators and learners alike.”

Solomon joins CPL from Gardner Spencer Smith Tench & Jarbeau, where he served as Principal and Shareholder. He holds a Master of Architecture from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Virginia. Solomon is an active member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB).

About the Author: CPL

Founded in 1975, CPL is a 500+ person multi-disciplined architecture, engineering and planning firm offering inspiring design services and enriching communities in 25 cities across 8 states. CPL specializes in the Community, Healthcare, Higher Education, and K-12 Education market sectors – providing architectural, interior design, civil engineering, buildings and structural engineering, planning, landscape architecture and 3D/virtual design services to a host of public and private clients.