August marked a month of meaningful milestones across Alabama, as communities came together to celebrate three groundbreaking projects that will shape the state’s civic, educational, and research landscapes.
Irondale Civic Center
In the heart of downtown Irondale, the new Civic Center marks a major step in the city’s long-term revitalization plan. Designed as a flexible community hub, the facility will host local events, recreation, and public gatherings while strengthening Irondale’s identity as a destination for connection and growth. City leaders joined residents, project partners, and the Williams Blackstock design team to celebrate a shared vision of civic pride and progress.
Tuskegee University Center for Genomics and Health Disparity Research
At Tuskegee University, the groundbreaking for the new Center for Genomics and Health Disparity Research represents an important investment in the future of science and equity. The facility will advance cutting-edge research addressing health disparities affecting underserved populations, building on the university’s rich legacy of innovation and public health leadership. Williams Blackstock is honored to help bring this vision to life through a design that promotes collaboration and discovery.
Spring Hill College Annette N. Shelby Health and Science Innovation Center
Spring Hill College in Mobile celebrated the start of construction on the Annette N. Shelby Health and Science Innovation Center—an academic centerpiece that will expand opportunities for students pursuing careers in health sciences. The new facility reflects the college’s commitment to academic excellence and service, providing modern laboratories and learning environments that inspire curiosity and care.
Looking Ahead
Each of these groundbreaking moments represents more than just the start of construction—they mark the continuation of stories that will shape communities for generations. Williams Blackstock Architects is proud to partner with visionary clients across the state to design spaces that inform, inspire, and bring people together.