Nelson
Architectural Group, Inc.
Knowledge- Experience-Leadership-Creativity
Since its' founding in 1976, the Nelson Architectural Group has acquired considerable experience in working with all areas of the architectural field. The firm has provided architectural, planning and consultant services for clients primarily in Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas. The Nelson Architectural Group maintains a successful practice by being responsive to our clients' needs, goals and objectives. Good design, sound economics, careful scheduling and accurate construction documents are among the highest priorities of our firm.
The Nelson Architectural Group employees are each committed to providing quality services to our clients. Currently, our staff consists of seven professional/technical staff members and two support staff members. From the development of design, to construction inspection and executing contracts, our team provides constant hands-on supervision of all vital tasks. Our staff is readily available to answer questions and discuss procedures at all times.
Our Professional Staff:
A.W. Nelson, Jr., AIA
Education: Louisiana State University - Architecture 1971
Registration: Registered Architect - Arkansas, Louisiana
Business, Professional and Community Organizations Past and Present:
American Institute of Architects * National Council of Architect Registration Board * Arkansas Historic Preservation Program Board * Pine Bluff Fifty for The Future * Board Member for Pine Bluff Chamber of Commerce * Chairman for the Southeast Arkansas Arts & Science Center * Simmons First National Bank Board of Directors * Board Member for Jenkins Memorial Center & Jenkins Industries, Inc.* President for Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity* Small Business Person of the Year - 1990
Professional Experience:
Since founding the firm in 1976, Mr. Nelson has been the architect for a broad range of commercial, residential, industrial, religious and educational projects. He has served as the architect on projects such as The Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Johnny B. Johnson Housing Complex at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Renovation of First United Methodist Church of Pine Bluff, and University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Master Plan Studies.
Henry D. Sadler, Jr., AIA
Education: University of Arkansas - School of Architecture -1979
Registration: Registered Architect - Arkansas
Business, Professional and Community Organizations Past and Present:
American Institute of Architects * Board Member Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity * Board of Trustees Lakeside United Methodist Church
Professional Experience:
Mr. Sadler has twenty- five (25) years experience in the field of construction and architectural design. He has served as project architect and project coordinator on various projects including The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff School of Business and Management and Townsend Park Elementary School. He recently served as project architect on Golden Lion Stadium for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. He is currently serving as owner's architectural representative for Jefferson Regional Medical Center in their new 14 million dollar expansion project.
Richard E. Taylor
Education: University of Arkansas - School of Architecture
Business, Professional and Community Organizations Past and Present:
* Board Member Girl Scouts of America * Chairman and Board Member King Cotton Basketball Classic *Citivest, Inc.
Professional Experience:
Mr. Taylor has been employed by the Nelson Architectural Group, Inc. since 1977. He recently served as project manager for the Southeast Arkansas College Advanced and Emerging Technology Center. Mr. Taylor has also managed major projects such as The Dumas Municipal Complex, Simmons First National Bank Building Remodeling and The Jefferson County Detention Facility. Mr. Taylor is responsible for coordinating the production of our firm's computer-aided design and drafting.
Julie Socia Donaldson
Education: Pines Vocational Technical College
Architectural Drafting
Professional Experience:
Ms. Donaldson has twenty-eight (28) years experience in architectural detailing for drafting firms in central Arkansas. She is knowledgeable of construction methods and materials. Her priorities revolve around assisting our team in producing logical, economical buildings for our clients. She is involved in the production of construction documents for every project in our office. Ms. Donaldson joined our firm in 1983 and currently serves as senior CAD operator.
Rick Kientz
Education: Southeast Arkansas College
Architectural Drafting
Professional Experience:
Mr. Kientz serves The Nelson Architectural Group in the capacity of CAD operator. His experience includes previously working in a similar capacity for a major pre-engineered building manufacturer. Mr. Kientz has completed formal computer aided drafting training in several AutoCAD software platforms.
Mike Parette
Construction Coordinator
Professional Experience:
Before coming to the Nelson Architectural Group, Mr. Parette served twenty-two (22 ) years as Facility Manager for a local financial institution having responsibility for the main headquarters, seven branches as well as rental office space. He currently serves as The Nelson Architectural Group’s Construction Administrator, assisting the architects with on-site observation during construction, shop drawings and communication with contractors. His practical knowledge of building components and systems maintenance is an asset to the clients we serve.
Jeanne Spann
Financial Manager
Education: University of Massachusetts @ Lowell- BS Accounting 1976
Registration: Certified Public Accountant 1983
Business, Professional and Community Organizations Past and Present:
Member AICPA * Trinity Episcopal School Board * Board Member Girl Scouts of America
Professional Experience:
Ms. Spann went into public practice in 1986 after serving as office manger for a Pine Bluff law firm. She has served as the Nelson Architectural Group's CPA since that time. Ms. Spann assumed the additional role of financial manager for the Nelson Group in 2000. She also maintains her practice in Pine Bluff serving various local businesses.