Our Team
CDFL Architects + Engineers has a history of building spaces and relationships that stand the test of time. With offices located in Jackson, MS and Birmingham, AL, our unique collaborative approach brings together a wide range of talents on every project.
Throughout our 60+ year history, CDFL has celebrated ideas and the way an integrated team can inspire each other to reach new heights. We have proven our expertise in delivering projects that are both aesthetically striking and financially responsible. No wonder so many of our clients return to work with us again and again. When our talents come together around a client’s needs, there is nothing we can’t achieve.
Newell, a graduate of Mississippi State University, focuses on integrating BIM technologies with the firm’s design strategies. Newell has a broad range of experience, having worked with athletic, educational, institutional, and civic clients. As Vice President for procurement, Newell oversees the firms business development efforts.
“Plus is a design process of collaborative discovery, not singular creation.”
David, a graduate of Mississippi State University focuses on alternative delivery methods and sustainable design strategies. David manages our Birmingham office and leads the Federal Design-Build and Industrial market sectors. He is licensed in Mississippi, Florida, and Alabama.
“Plus means exceeding our clients’ expectations to produce great work.”
As the head of the mechanical engineering department, Ben is responsible for the oversight of all fire protection, plumbing, and HVAC design. A graduate of Mississippi State University, Ben has experience with building automation, energy efficiency, and sustainable design.
“Plus means integrating the efforts of all disciplines in order to create superior designs.”
While experienced in civic, commercial, and educational project types, Matthew’s primary focus is athletic facility design and serves as the athletic facility studio leader. Matthew is a graduate of Mississippi State University.
“Plus means a client and professional working together as one team, successfully seeing the realization of the client’s vision.”
Chris joined the CDFL team in 2001, after graduating from Mississippi State University School. Over the course of his career here, he has gathered a wide variety of experience including military, civic, institutional, retail, planning, and corporate projects, as well as museums and restaurants. His primary passion is his community of Jackson, Mississippi, where he has volunteered with a number of organizations and events, including the Crossroads Film Festival, Fondren First Thursdays, and Mississippi Heritage Trust.
“Plus means that the quality of our work vastly exceeds the sum of the knowledge that creates it.”
