MICHAEL MALONE JOINS AS PRINCIPAL OF MISSION CRITICAL
- mgacina
- Apr 11
- 2 min read
Ci Design, Inc. is pleased to announce that Michael Malone has joined the award-winning architecture firm as a Principal of Mission Critical, bringing his passion for creative design solutions and a wealth of experience leading complex projects in the data center industry.
Ci’s successful mission critical portfolio ranked the firm 16th in Building Design + Construction's Top 30 Data Center Architects in 2024.
“Michael’s deep industry knowledge and forward-thinking mindset will be invaluable as we continue to grow and evolve our Mission Critical practice,” said Ci Vice President and COO Christopher M. Ladd. “His approach to designing resilient, 24/7 facilities support Ci’s dedication to our clients who are shaping what technology looks like today.”
As a recognized leader in advanced technology building types for the past 20 years, Malone has worked across a broad spectrum of domestic and international projects including data and communications centers, military headquarters and sports venue command centers. His ability to solve complex design challenges and guide teams through every phase of development and implementation while building strong relationships with clients makes him a valuable addition to the firm.
“We are thrilled to welcome Michael to the firm,” said Ci President and CEO John Larsen. “His expertise and leadership will further strengthen our ability to deliver high-performance, mission critical environments for our clients. His strategic vision and collaborative approach align perfectly with Ci’s commitment to fostering innovation and excellence both internally and externally.”
About Ci
Ci Design, Inc. (Ci) is an award-winning design firm with practices in Mission Critical, Science & Technology, Mixed-Use & Residential, Workplace and Industrial Manufacturing. Within each of these practices, our team provides exceptional services in architecture, planning, landscape design, experiential graphics and branding, lab and manufacturing planning, interior design and procurement.
Ci’s offices in Baltimore, Maryland; Boston, Massachusetts; Dallas, Texas; DC Metro; Greenville, South Carolina; and Raleigh, North Carolina work collaboratively with over 100 team members providing exceptional services and shaping industry-leading developments for our regional, national and international clients.