Your window into the inner workings of our office for our clients, friends, and prospective partners. Below, we share information about the latest firm news, including upcoming or completed projects, team members, award wins, community involvement, publications, and much more.
Abby Davis returned to her alma mater late last month to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Rural Studio. In addition to attending, Abby was one of thirteen alumni invited to speak at the event. Each alumnus shared their career and life arcs post Rural Studio in a series of Pecha Kucha style presentations. Abby’s highlights included examples of current residential, interiors, and commercial projects. She also shared memories of her time at Rural Studio and lessons learned there that she now applies to both her personal and professional life. The positive impact of Samuel “Sambo” Mockbee’s and Andrew Freear’s mentorship was evident throughout the night of presentations.
The WAV team came out to cheer on Lizzie Boston and Samantha (Sam) Greenwald on the runway during the return of Ronald McDonald House of Mobile’s annual Little Black Dress fundraiser. WAV was a silver level sponsor of the event, and Lizzie, Sam, and Gina Walcott were members of the Decorations Committee, using their interior design skills to model the room layout for the event and design the tablescapes.
WAV has expanded its leadership team by promoting Rusty Holt and Melissa Nolte to Senior Associates. Rusty, who has been with WAV since 2016, is known for his attention to detail, which has endeared him to his colleagues and clients. Melissa, who joined WAV in 2018, is often seen mentoring the next generation of architects, which helps the entire firm excel in delivering projects.
We are excited to unveil the latest edition of our Waterfront Home booklet highlighting a curated group of projects. Waterfront design is among our specialties.
USA Health unveiled a new Mother/Baby Unit designed to promote comfort and bonding for families and their newborns.
The new Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Collaborative Learning Center at Gulf Shores Elementary School is complete and ready for the new school year.
Peri and Brad Summersell undertake a renovation combining modern taste and traditional style atop the Fairhope bluff.
A look back on WAV’s office renovation… In 2008, a new home for an expanding architectural firm was accomplished throughout the conversion of an existing commercial building into an 8,000 s.f. design studio office.
A home is many things, it is a feeling and it is a reflection of those who reside there. The home’s design is a classic take on a dogtrot where an open plan from front to back is perfect for casual entertaining, life is at the center of the home, and the openness fosters a oneness with the outdoor. The roofline from the outside boasts what you would think was a typical Gulf Coast low profile cottage, but then you walk inside the front door and are taken by surprise by the spacious interior.
Check out our latest Interiors booklet showcasing a curated collection of Commercial projects.
Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects recently opened a Corporate Donor Advised Fund. By establishing this fund, WAV is able to establish its own philanthropy program while also benefitting from significant tax advantages.
We are excited to share a virtual tour of our Fairhope office and hear from the team of architects, interior designers and staff who make it all happen.
This renovation was to create an exciting, updated entry space with strong visual appeal to represent the innovative, quality, and detail oriented care that the Heart Center and its tenants provide. Another objective was to provide clear, direct, aesthetically pleasing signage and way-finding as an integral part of the design.
There was one this morning, at least that’s what the guys in the office said. A
few dead crabs, couple dozen shrimp, no flounder, not much to it. Red-eyed
guys in shorts came into the office a little late, still sweating from a quick
shower at home.
Dr. Chris Frigo has always used his time with patients to not only straighten their teeth but also to mentor and motivate them. He wanted his new clinic to inspire his patients.
f you’ve been following our Walls of Wonder series, you know that we consider interior design and original art a match made in heaven. In this video, Well + Wonder artist Rebekah Webb invites architecture to the party with the help of Abby Davis of WAV Architects and Katie Kirby of Katie Kirby Interiors.
Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects celebrate more than 30 years of excellence and their eclectic mix of design.
The 2019 Mobile Bay Magazine Inspiration Home is a luxury woodland retreat just steps from Mobile Bay and downtown Fairhope. The home will reflect the story of our area through architecture and design from local vendors and designers.
For the last 33 years, a once-small architecture firm has been immersed in the town, exploring ideas of community, growth, and preservation. No Reason To Live There is an homage to the unique place this firm calls home and to the many, varied ways to practice local.
Serving almost 2,500 students, Gulf Shores City Schools’ recent separation from the Baldwin County Board of Education created an opportunity to craft improvements and future growth plans that incorporate the GSCS mission and values. WAV was selected to provide master planning and facility improvement studies for the existing Elementary, Middle and High School campus' growth and improvement strategies.
Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects (WAV) is excited to announce the promotion of Abby Davis to Principal. She’s joining fellow Principals Mac Walcott, Gina Walcott, Clay Adams, Lea Verneuille, and Ryan Baker. Abby has become integral to WAV as a firm leader, successfully expanding our interior design profile, taking on complicated design challenges and mentoring our younger designers.
In just a few short years, Abby has become an integral leader at the firm, taking on complicated design challenges, expanding the residential interior design facet and mentoring younger designers.
Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects recognized as Forbes Top 200 Residential Architects for 2025