Ghafari Associates

We’re thrilled to announce that Ghafari has acquired BBG&S Engineering Consultants, Inc., a mechanical engineering firm based in Birmingham, Alabama!

This exciting milestone doubles the size of our Birmingham office and strengthens our presence across the Southeastern United States, while expanding our mechanical engineering capabilities. We’re proud to welcome the talented BBG&S team, who bring deep local relationships and a strong track record of technical excellence. https://www.ghafari.com/news-insights/ghafari-acquires-mechanical-engineering-firm-bbg-s

Ghafari Acquires Mechanical Engineering Firm BBG&S Ghafari has acquired BBG&S Engineering Consultants, Inc., a mechanical engineering firm based in Birmingham, AL. The acquisition of BBG&S strengthens the…

Today marks the 40-year anniversary of our tireless President + CEO, Kouhaila (Ki) Hammer, with Ghafari.

Ki joined the Ghafari team in 1986, though her history with the firm dates back to the very beginning. Before Ghafari was even established, she helped our Chairman + Founder, Yousif B. Ghafari, with his original business plan. Four years after Ghafari’s founding, she officially came on board as CFO, and later assumed the role of President + CEO in 2000, a position she has held ever since.

We'd like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ki on her milestone anniversary and convey our sincere thanks for her amazing leadership over the past four decades.

Congratulations to Matt Pettit for being named a 2026 Notable Leader in Architecture, Engineering + Construction by Crain’s Dutoit Business! We are proud to celebrate Matt’s leadership and expertise in our industry. https://www.crainsdetroit.com/reprints/2026-notable-leaders-in-architecture-engineering-construction-matthew-pettit/

Ghafari team members enjoyed celebrating Grand Rapids Chair Company at their recent open house in recognition of their facility expansion focused on staff culture and 25 years in business!

This year’s Construction Safety Week theme — Recognize, Respond, Respect — is a call to action for every person on every jobsite. As we work directly alongside the teams responsible for bringing our projects to life, we recognize that protecting the people doing that work isn’t just a box to check, but a reflection of our values and a daily commitment to building trust and safer jobsites. A strong safety culture begins with respecting the role each person plays in looking out for one another while on site.

Project Spotlight: The Vista at Brighton Apartments, a 233-unit, 308,000 SF luxury residential community in downtown Brighton, MI. Bringing the “surban living” concept to life, the development blends urban amenities with a suburban character and features a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units. From open-air courtyards, a fitness center and a heated pool to stunning Mill Pond views, The Vista sets a new standard for community living in the heart of Brighton. Learn more: https://www.ghafari.com/projects/vista-at-uptown-apartments

Team: Wolverine Building Group, GREENWORKS Studio, DTN Green

Harnessing our passion for problem solving and expertise in lean production principles, Ghafari designs high-performing operations and facilities where teams, systems, and technology work in unison.
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Ghafari's Operations + Systems Engineering Capabilities Harnessing our passion for problem solving and expertise in lean production principles, Ghafari designs high-performing operations and facilities where teams, systems, and technology work in unison.

Ghafari has been ranked among Engineering News Record’s Top 500 Design Firms! Ranked #5 on the top manufacturing facility designers list, our leadership in the manufacturing space draws on decades of experience supporting clients. https://www.ghafari.com/expertise/markets/industrial-manufacturing

On Earth Day and every day, we are committed to improving the environment and human wellness. As we shape each project, Ghafari team members work to facilitate the universal employment of best practice designs as we create spaces that respect the environment and support occupant health while demonstrating good economic viability.

For us, every day is Earth Day – and we continue to work towards a more sustainable future! https://www.ghafari.com/expertise/capabilities/sustainable-design

Sustainability is a guiding influence that is at the core of what we do. Ghafari’s Sustainability Action Plan is focused on specific targets to keep us accountable. Incorporating life cycle assessments on projects helps us to reduce environmental impacts like embodied carbon, acidification, and ozone depletion.

By making smarter material choices and optimizing designs, we’re building a legacy of sustainability. https://www.ghafari.com/expertise/capabilities/sustainable-design