Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Montgomery
PWBA Architects has been delivering architectural excellence for eight decades, tracing our roots back to 1940 when Clyde C. Pearson established our firm in Montgomery. Our three principals, each with over 25 years of experience, lead a team of 14 professionals specializing in architectural design, interior design, and sustainable solutions. We serve public and private sector clients across the southeastern United States, with a proven track record in corporate headquarters, educational facilities, industrial projects, and mission-critical telecommunications infrastructure. Our LEED Accredited Professionals and U.S.Green Building Council membership demonstrate our commitment to energy-efficient design. Having maintained long-term relationships with clients like AT&T Corporation and Lockheed Martin, we combine time-tested expertise with innovative approaches to meet each client's unique needs. Our services span the complete project lifecycle, from master planning to construction administration, ensuring quality execution at every stage.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Master Planning
Construction Administration
LEED Design
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- 80 years of architectural expertise with three principals having over 25 years each
- LEED-certified professionals specializing in sustainable design solutions
- Proven experience with mission-critical telecommunications infrastructure projects
- Long-term client relationships with major corporations and government agencies
- Full-service firm handling projects from concept through construction administration
Associations and certifications
- U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
- LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional spaces that balance aesthetics with practical needs. We specialize in corporate headquarters, educational facilities, and industrial projects across the Southeast. Our team combines 80 years of experience with modern design principles to deliver innovative solutions that meet budgetary and timeline requirements while maintaining architectural integrity.
Interior Design
We provide comprehensive interior design solutions for corporate, educational, and religious spaces. Our registered interior designers focus on creating functional environments that enhance user experience while meeting safety and accessibility standards. With expertise in historic preservation, we balance modern functionality with architectural heritage in renovation projects.
Sustainable Design
Our LEED-certified professionals implement energy-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact while lowering operational costs. We help clients achieve sustainability goals through strategic material selection, energy modeling, and integration of renewable systems. Our USGBC membership ensures we stay current with evolving green building standards and best practices.
Construction Administration
We provide comprehensive construction administration services to ensure project execution aligns with design specifications. Our team manages contract documentation, site visits, and coordination between contractors to maintain quality control. This phase ensures the final built environment accurately reflects the approved design intent and functional requirements.
Master Planning
Our master planning services create comprehensive development strategies for campuses, commercial centers, and institutional facilities. We analyze site conditions, zoning regulations, and future growth needs to develop phased implementation plans. This strategic approach ensures cohesive development that supports long-term organizational objectives while maintaining design consistency.
People
Alex W. Alkire
President
Alex Alkire oversees daily operations and quality assurance at PWBA. With AIA, CSI, and LEED AP certifications, he specializes in institutional and industrial projects. He ensures technical excellence across all firm deliverables.
Edward M. Brummal, Jr.
Vice President
Edward Brummal serves as chief designer and project architect for schools and industrial facilities. A certified construction specifier, he manages federal defense projects across the Southeast while maintaining design excellence standards.
Johnny L. Latham
Vice President
Johnny Latham manages the Birmingham office and specializes in high-tech operations and government facilities. As a LEED AP professional, he integrates sustainable design principles into complex technical projects nationwide.
Anne J. Nieman
Registered Interior Designer
Anne Nieman leads interior design initiatives with NCIDQ certification. She focuses on corporate and educational interiors while advocating for historic preservation through her involvement with national preservation organizations.
Questions
What architectural services does PWBA offer?
We provide full-service architectural solutions including design, interior design, master planning, construction administration, and LEED-certified sustainable design for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects.
How long has PWBA been in business?
Our firm traces its origins to 1940, making us an 80-year-old architectural practice with three principals each having over 25 years of experience at the firm.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve clients across the southeastern United States, with offices in Montgomery and Hoover, Alabama, handling projects in both public and private sectors.
Do you specialize in any particular building types?
We have extensive experience with corporate headquarters, educational facilities (K-12 and universities), industrial projects, mission-critical telecommunications infrastructure, and religious buildings.
Can you handle complex sustainable design projects?
Yes, as USGBC members with LEED AP professionals on staff, we implement energy-efficient solutions and help clients achieve sustainability goals through strategic design choices.
What construction project phases do you support?
We provide comprehensive services from initial master planning through construction administration, ensuring design integrity is maintained throughout the entire project lifecycle.
