The design-build
difference.

In the typical construction process, the project owner negotiates a complex web of interconnected contracts. They must select Architects, Interior Designers, Engineers, Consultants, Permitting Specialists, Owner Representatives, General Contractors, Furniture Procurement Specialists and other third-party stakeholders.

This is often a confusing, frustrating and, above anything else, a risky way of working.

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This is why Powell uses an entirely different project delivery method: Design-Build.

Within the Design-Build process, the project owner signs one master contract that includes all the diverse professionals involved in creating a successful construction project. Having a single point of contact and responsibility simplifies the normally complicated process.

Communication is critical to success, which is why a unified team of professionals at Powell guides the owner through the journey from the idea phase to handing over the keys to a beautiful building. As the design is developed the Construction team is intimately involved, providing pricing and logistical feedback.  Alternatively, during the Building Phase the Architects and Interior Designers are on site constantly providing guidance and advice. The owner’s design, budget and schedule goals are respected and protected from the first day to the last.

 

Our Approach

At Nashville’s Powell Architecture + Building Studio, our approach is based on a simple intent: offering inspired design and seamless delivery. 

We achieve this through a creative, personalized take on the design-build process, inspired by the storied days of the master builder, who personally shepherded a project from day one of design to the moment the last stone was placed. 

Each of our clients get the focused attention of five specialized partners who synthesize the diverse elements of architecture, interior design, construction and craft into a single service. Together alongside our clients, we’re one multifaceted, streamlined team.

This boutique approach instills our whole creative process with a bit more enchantmentβ€”from high-end dining spaces to sprawling mixed-use business centers. And the build process, too, moves along with more ease: one contract in place of a dozen, one central team instead of a web of subcontractors, direct communication and problem solving, accountability and responsibility. 

It’s an approach that makes for closer client relationships. And one that ensures the integrity of the vision the whole way through.

The end result shouldn’t be the only magical part of creating a space. Call us old fashionedβ€”or even romantics, but we believe the whole process should be infused with art and style.

Powell projects have been featured in numerous publications including Architectural Digest, Dwell, Forbes, Southern Living, Domino, Eater, and more.


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Our Team

Powell delivers a fully realized, one-stop Architecture, Construction and Interior Design vision to clients across the region’s creative business spectrum.

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Steve Powell


Founding Partner + Architect + General Contractor

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Manely Seale


Partner + Architect Director

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Katie Vance


Partner + Interior Design Director

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Chad Roberts


Partner + Construction Director + General Contractor

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Luke Tidwell


Managing Partner + Business Development

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Jason Hitchcock


Architect + Project Manager

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Katie Vance


Partner + Interior Design Director

Kimberly Schmunk


Construction Coordinator

BJ Bush


Project Manager + VDC Specialist

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Abigail Kursave


Interior Designer

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Evan Brooks


Architect +

Project Manager

Hannah Terry


Project Manager

James Carroll


Architect +

Project Manager

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Morgan Miller-Wallace


Executive Project Manager

Owen Wagner


Pre-Construction Manager

Andrew Barfield


Site Superintendent

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Javier Gutierrez


Site Superintendent

Jacob Keiser


Site Superintendent

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Cheri Spears


Administrative Assistant

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Steven Crawford


Site Superintendent