Williams Architects

Williams Architects is a distinguished architectural firm in New Orleans, Louisiana, specializing in historic preservation, adaptive reuse, new construction, and community-driven design. The firm serves clients across the region, including private homeowners, developers, and nonprofit organizations, with a focus on projects that honor New Orleans’ architectural heritage while embracing modern functionality. Their expertise is exemplified in the One11 Hotel project, a transformation of a 19th-century sugar warehouse in the historic Sugar District, where they balanced industrial character with the timeless elegance of the French Quarter. With a 4.50 rating and a strong track record of client satisfaction, Williams Architects is recognized for delivering thoughtful, sustainable designs on time and within budget.

Founded in 1983, the firm is led by senior professionals with 35 years of combined experience in preservation, renovation, and planning. Their team of architects, designers, and project managers works collaboratively with clients from concept to completion, integrating the architectural character of neighborhoods into each project. Williams Architects maintains deep relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, including the Vieux Carré Commission, the National Park Service, and New Orleans City Hall, ensuring projects meet regulatory standards while advancing community goals. The firm emphasizes environmentally conscious solutions and has a long-standing commitment to revitalizing New Orleans through architecture that enhances the lived experience.

Located at 824 Baronne Street, the firm sits just a short walk from Howard Avenue and Loyola Avenue, within a block of Rabouin Career Magnet High School and the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience. It is also a brief distance from the New Orleans Second District Chief Office and Flying Squad Fire Station, and a short drive from the Pontchartrain Expressway, placing it in the heart of a vibrant, historically rich neighborhood.

Williams Architects is known for its enduring dedication to New Orleans’ architectural identity, combining deep historical insight with innovative design. Their work reflects a profound understanding of the city’s cultural and physical landscape, making them a trusted partner in shaping the city’s built environment. Through decades of service, they continue to create spaces that elevate the moments people live within.