AWAD architects is led by Ali Awad, AIA and a small team of specialized experts. Ali graduated from the University of Minnesota Architecture School and has been a licensed architect since 1995.

Ali spent his first 6 years working for Leonard Parker Associates which focused on corporate and municipal buildings. For over 25 years Ali and his partner, ran a successful and award winning design build firm Awad + Koontz Architects and Builders.

Ali learned the value of early collaboration with the construction team, and he gained intimate understanding of the building and general contracting process.