“We are 39 and moving forward!”

While the origin of our name started that simply, we realized quickly that 39 represents a crossroads. A point in time when people seek true purpose in life.

39 is about sharing talents, following your heart, and staying positive. We believe that teams using their natural talents with inspired problem solving can help make Forward progress toward a brighter shared successful future.

Our Background

Amy Malmstrom

Co-Founder | RA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP

Amy is a licensed architect focused on Client Relationship Management and Project Management. Amy leads and ensures smooth processes and workflow for project teams. Her project leadership, attention to detail, and ability to consistently solve problems efficiently results in successful project outcomes and satisfied clients. Moreover, her passion for sustainability and health & well-being has been demonstrated in numerous LEED and WELL efforts. A current committee member for the Cincinnati 2030 District Health Pillar and education lead for the district, Amy is passionate about increasing awareness of health and well-being within the built environment.

Dom Iacobucci

Co-Founder | NCARB, LEED AP, Prosci CMP

Dom is a licensed architect known by his clients as being a dynamic team leader focused on project objectives while continuing to ask questions, challenge status quo, and provide creative solutions to lead and support them to achieve their desired goals. He has extensive experience defining and solving complex spatial programming scenarios, working through intentional design solutions, and creating guidelines to define space. Dom is passionate about universal design, sustainability, and workplace design. He has worked globally and has lived abroad. Dom is skilled in managing large dynamic programs with complex scheduling, communication, and/or regional challenges.

Our Experience

“We are the sum total of our experiences. Those experiences – be they positive or negative – make us the person we are, at any given point in our lives.” - B.J. Neblett

Contact Us to learn more about our industry, client, and project experience.

Project Type Experience Includes

  • Education

  • Environmental Graphic Design

  • Historic Preservation

  • Industrial

  • Masterplans

  • Medical Research Center

  • Mixed Use

  • Office

  • Park

  • Residential

  • Retail

  • Theatrical Center

  • Zoological Park

Our Belief in Something Better

We provide hands-on leadership involvement with tailored solutions to meet your specific needs.

We believe that creative design thinking and innovation techniques can help to provide unconventional ideas to break down wicked problems that are both known and yet to be discovered. We believe in unifying inclusive teams to leverage their talents and way of thinking to resiliently work towards a better successful future. We believe in purposeful decision making, connecting and considering all people, working toward sustainable stewardship, and recognizing the power of memorable experiences.

Culture is important. We believe in creating a culture within our firm and across our project teams based on the the following concepts.

Dare to Care | Show that you care for and support all people in the community and the planet.

Connect Creatively | Apply design thinking. Be inspired, curious, and unafraid to dream.

Do the Right Thing | Bring your best and be engaged to make a difference.

Bravely Progressive | Embrace growth and learning in the moment and over time.

Why 39Forward

Locally Owned Small Business

50% Woman Owned Business

Proven Hands-On Leadership with Creative Tailored Solutions

Commitment to Sustainability | 1% for the Planet Program Member

Responsible Business Practices | Pending B-Corporation