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Ushering in a New Era for Williams + Paddon
Founded in 1981 , Williams + Paddon began with humble beginnings . With just four employees at the time , W + P has grown over these past four decades into a thriving firm . Being known as a company of people who have a passion for designing great projects and forming solid relationships with clients , contractors and consultants has helped build their reputation in not only the Sacramento region , but also abroad .
Now W + P has a new milestone to share which will usher in an exciting new era for their organization . W + P has merged with 19six Architects , one of the oldest architectural firms in California . The collaboration will help to strengthen W + P within market sectors . The firms share similar cultures and values , as well as staffing , geography and process .
“ Partnering with 19six will strengthen us — together we become more competitive in the ever-changing architectural landscape ,” says Naaz Alikhan , managing principal at W + P who has been with the company for 28 years .
Alikhan shares that this merger is also beneficial to their staff as it provides growth opportunities to help the organization and employees continue to thrive . “ We have a ‘ work hard , play hard ’ mentality ,” Alikhan says .
Just a quick glance at their LinkedIn page provides evidence of this fact . You ’ ll find photos from their recent annual Trike Races where employees and consultants raced adult tricycles . This , alongside photos of their projects and team meetings , provides insight into their inclusive and positive culture .
Phenomenal working atmosphere aside , W + P is currently hard at work on the Heredia-Arriaga Dual Immersion School in Natomas , the Capitol Area Development Authority ’ s Sonrisa Attainable Housing , and Red Hawk Casino ’ s new Hotel and Entertainment Center . The merger with 19six will also help introduce W + P to complementary markets , including health care , as well as expand their presence in education , from K-12 through university . The region will be sure to see positive impacts on community development as a result .
Pictured ( L-R ): ( Top Row ) Greg Tonello , Naaz Alikhan and ( Bottom Row ) Jack Paddon and Terry Green
“ Partnering with 19six will strengthen us — together we become more competitive in the everchanging architectural landscape .”
— Naaz Alikhan , Managing Principal
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