Gropen's turn-key services offer a dynamic option to accommodate the needs of our clients at any phase of their project. The backgrounds of our Design team include Architectural, Industrial, and Graphic with a focus on experiential and museum quality. The Fabrication and Installation team are artisan craftsmen that understand the importance of precision and quality.

Got a unique signage, graphic, or exhibit project? We'd love to hear about it! Gropen's experienced team works with you to provide design direction, necessary code/zoning review, and material specification for cost-effective, best fabrication + installation methods.

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Our Story Report

From humble beginnings in a small shop in Charlottesville, VA, Gropen has evolved and grown since 1982, adding services and capabilities to meet the expanding needs of our clients. 2018 was a milestone year, marking our move into a new, state-of-the-art, 30,000 square foot facility in the foothills of Monticello.

What We Do Report

We are a full-service, Design + Build firm located in Charlottesville, VA dedicated to solving creative challenges with character and quality. Gropen's in-house design team is experienced in both graphic and industrial design. With fabrication in the same facility, our designers have a holistic perspective regarding their projects.

Our Team Report

We're a tight-knit team of creative problem-solvers, artisan craftsmen, and logistical wizards. In 2001, our Owner, T.J. Ronayne, graduated from the University of Virginia and pursued his passion for the arts starting to work at Gropen on the production and installation team. About 10 years later, he bought the company from the founder, Neal Gropen. We are always looking for top talent that enjoy working in a fun, fast paced environment.

Facility Report

As the company and business grew, owner, T.J. Ronayne, saw the need to expand workspace to keep up with the demand of recurring and new business. In 2017, Gropen broke ground on a new facility just down the road in the foothills of Albemarle County. Our new 30,000 sq. Our facility is unique in the signage and fabrication industry because we employ a full-time design team alongside our fabrication equipment and staff.

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