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McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture has acquired Fuqua & Partners Architects, expanding its presence in Huntsville, Alabama. This strategic move enhances MPS’s ability to deliver high-quality architectural services in the rapidly growing region known for its innovations in technology and space exploration. The acquisition integrates Fuqua’s expertise with MPS’s resources, benefiting clients and fostering community relationships. As Huntsville continues to grow, MPS is well-positioned to contribute to the city’s future projects.
Huntsville, Alabama – McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture (MPS), a prominent architectural firm, has officially acquired Fuqua & Partners Architects, a well-established firm located in Huntsville. This strategic acquisition expands MPS’s footprint into Alabama and southern Tennessee, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s growth.
With this acquisition, MPS now operates 10 studio offices across the Southeastern United States. The addition of Fuqua & Partners Architects positions MPS to leverage Huntsville’s rapidly growing reputation as “Rocket City,” a designation reflecting the city’s pivotal role as a hub for national research and development in emerging technologies and space exploration. This strategic move looks to enhance the services offered by MPS while capitalizing on the unique opportunities available in the Huntsville market.
Fuqua & Partners Architects has been serving the local Huntsville community since it was founded in 1983. The firm boasts a diverse portfolio, including significant projects such as the award-winning Huntsville Transit Transfer Station and the recently completed Discovery Life Sciences Global Headquarters, situated on the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology campus. The acquisition aims to integrate the expertise and resources of both firms, ultimately benefiting a broader client base.
All 30 team members from Fuqua & Partners will join MPS’s collaborative teams. This integration supports MPS’s ethos of fostering diverse environments, as noted by Chad Cousins, CEO of McMillan Pazdan Smith, who emphasized Huntsville’s welcoming culture. The operational hub for MPS in Huntsville will continue to be based at the existing Church Street location in downtown, ensuring a seamless transition for both clients and employees.
Founded in 1955, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture is renowned for its expertise in architecture, advisory services, planning, and interior design, employing over 400 professionals. The firm has received national recognition for its design excellence and client satisfaction, including the Southeast “Design Firm of the Year” award by ENR in 2020, as well as the 2022 Premier Award for Client Satisfaction from PSMJ.
This expansion into Huntsville reflects MPS’s commitment to delivering high-quality architectural services while fostering community relationships. By combining the talents and resources of both firms, the acquisition of Fuqua & Partners Architects is expected to enhance MPS’s capability to support clients and respond to the unique demands of the region.
As Huntsville continues to grow and innovate, MPS is well-positioned to play a crucial role in the development of the city’s future projects. This acquisition represents not just growth for MPS but also a strengthening of services available to the Huntsville community and an expansion of opportunities in emerging sectors.
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- Rocket City Now
- Huntsville Business Journal
- AL.com
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Huntsville
- Business Alabama
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