Ellen L. Belknap

Ellen Belknap, Principal, President at SMRT leads using her collaborative skills to create an environment where innovation and design excellence flourish. She is passionate in her pursuit of “finding a better way,” always with an eye to advancing clients’ success and, thereby, SMRT’s. Ellen worked summers at SMRT while still a graduate student at Columbia. In 1986, she joined the firm as an intern architect and in 2004 became president. Ellen’s knowledge of healthcare policy and industry trends positions her as a thought leader and business partner for healthcare clients. She is a member of the American College of Healthcare Architects. Ellen enjoys living in Portland, and loves to explore and experience the wonders of Maine and beyond with her family.