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CELEBRATING
CORPORATE ANNIVERSARY
YEARS
[ PICTURED L-R ]: FOUNDING PRINCIPALS JACK PADDON AND JIM WILLIAMS
Established in 1981 , Williams + Paddon is now celebrating 40 years of quality architecture services . This multi-disciplinary firm provides architecture , interior design , programming and master planning services with a commitment to design excellence , technological leadership , responsive service , sound business practices and environmental stewardship . Examples of their work abound throughout California in the categories of community , civic , clubhouse , education , healthcare , interiors , office , retail and planning .
Founding principals Jim Williams and Jack Paddon have a friendship dating back beyond the firm ’ s 40 years . The two launched the firm in Roseville and spearheaded the industry in the region . Today , the roots that grew from the philosophies of both Williams and Paddon remain strong .
“ Great architecture is inseparable from community , in product and process ,” says Williams , now retired . “ Individual buildings are always in a context of community and best design results from synthesizing input from all involved in a project ’ s creation : the client , project team , governmental agencies and
community members . We tried to instill commitment to community into our people from the beginning .”
“ Architecture is about community and humanity ,” Paddon adds . “ Singular buildings form neighborhoods and cities as shelter for life . My natural surroundings , daylighting and buildings that can breathe drive my approach to design and architecture . Most buildings should be well designed and ego free , tucked under a healthy urban forest canopy . Civic buildings should stand with confidence as a reflection of their community and not the creator . Sustainability , resilience , longevity , carbon neutrality must be integral connections to natural elements .”
Looking ahead , managing principal Naaz Alikhan says , “ Jim and Jack ’ s legacy is an inspiration — the belief in engaging deeply with clients and community , commitment to employee well-being , desire for lifelong learning and our commitment to one another . We look forward to the growth of all our staff , the advancement of our future leaders , the establishment of what are now fledgling markets and the continuation of established markets .”
“ Jim and Jack ’ s legacy is an inspiration — the belief in engaging deeply with clients and community , commitment to employee well-being , desire for lifelong learning and our commitment to one another .”
Naaz Alikhan Managing Principal
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