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Our award-winning firm is dedicated to creating innovative architecture tailored to our client's need

06/12/2026

What does great design look like from the client’s perspective?
We sat down with Winslow to discuss the vision, collaboration and experience behind his home.
As this project is submitted for the Design Awards consideration, we’re proud to celebrate not only the design itself but the trust and partnership that made it possible.

Special recognition to Millsaps Studio LLC for their work on the custom kitchen island and to Jim Carr Construction LLC for bringing the designs to life!

05/30/2026

Fritz's Library Book of the Month: The Architecture of Happiness by Alain de Botton

05/21/2026

Meet the newest member of the Design Initiative team: Beatrice

Currently assisting with team morale, creative direction, and making sure no one works through lunch!

05/12/2026

Design Initiative is thrilled to have been selected by KultureCity to lead the team that will reimagine and renovate the Powell Avenue Steam Plant as the National Accessibility Park. This Client, the Site, and the Building represent an invaluable catalyst not only for our office but also the City and our community.

Design Initiative is thrilled to have been selected by KultureCity to lead the team that will reimagine and renovate the Powell Avenue Steam Plant as the National Accessibility Park. This Client, the Site, and the Building represent an invaluable catalyst not only for our office but also for the City and our community.

05/08/2026

New doesn’t always mean ground-up. Architecture has a long history of building upon what came before — literally. The Armstead Residence, completed Spring 2026, continues that tradition. Submitted for this year’s local AIA Design Awards, this project reimagines an existing home with forward-thinking design, energy-efficient systems, and locally crafted details — all while honoring the original structure beneath it.
Photographer: Rob Culpepper
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04/30/2026

Fritz's Library Book of the Month for April: The Complete House Builder with Hints on Building by Donohue Henneberry & CO published in the 1890s

04/22/2026

Kris and Marshall spent Monday participating in the Architectural Juries for the third-year students at Samford. It is always a rewarding opportunity to engage with the next generation of designers!

04/15/2026

Introducing a mix of fresh and familiar faces here at Design Initiative.
Take a look at the team behind the work and some of their latest projects.

01/14/2026

Good luck to our architecture interns as they head into a new semester. Keep sketching, questioning, and designing with intention. We’re so proud of each of you.

12/19/2025

A night well spent at Hot and Hot Fish Club for our annual office family Christmas dinner. From trying new dishes to celebrating completed projects, new beginnings, and the people behind the work. It was the perfect way to celebrate before everyone is off with their friends and families for the holidays.🎄

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2405 1st Avenue S, Ste 101
Birmingham, AL
35233

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

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+12057578311

Website

http://www.design-initiative.net/

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