Brightstar Capital Partners has acquired Erdman, a Madison, Wisconsin-based architecture and engineering firm specializing in healthcare and senior living facilities. The private equity firm plans to integrate Erdman as an add-on to its existing portfolio company KZF Design.

Erdman brings over seven decades of experience to the deal, having been founded in 1951. The firm's focus on healthcare infrastructure positions it well for growth amid increased demand for medical facilities. Rustin Becker leads the company as president and CEO.

This acquisition reflects Brightstar's strategy of consolidating specialized architecture firms under its umbrella. By combining Erdman with KZF Design, the firm creates a broader platform serving healthcare clients. No financial terms were disclosed, though the move signals continued private equity interest in architecture firms with recurring revenue streams.

The deal underscores how private equity firms are targeting niche architecture specialists to build scalable platforms in growing sectors like healthcare construction.