Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Brentwood, TN
Founded in 1975, Edwards & Hotchkiss has established itself as a leader in architectural design, delivering innovative solutions across the United States. Our firm is built on a foundation of expertise, collaboration, and a deep commitment to excellence, guided by Principals Roy Williams and Dale Pilkinton. With over five decades of experience, we have cultivated long-term partnerships with clients through personalized service and a focus on understanding unique project requirements. Our multidisciplinary approach spans restaurant, commercial, religious, and recreational sectors, ensuring tailored designs that balance functionality and aesthetic appeal. Direct involvement from our principals guarantees precision from concept to completion, supported by a seasoned team dedicated to transforming visions into reality.We embrace a flexible work model that prioritizes adaptability while maintaining high standards of collaboration and productivity. Our nationwide presence allows us to assemble strategically located project teams, ensuring responsiveness to client needs across four time zones. We value community involvement, encouraging team members to engage in local volunteerism and providing additional leave days for service. Recognized for our client-centered philosophy, we continue to evolve while honoring the legacy of our founders, James Edwards and Dick Hotchkiss. As we celebrate 50 years in business, our dedication to excellence, integrity, and innovative design remains unwavering.
Services
Site Assessment
Master Planning
Space Planning
3D Modeling
Construction Documents
Regulatory Review
Interior Retrofit
Forensics Services
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in architectural design.
- Our principals provide direct attention to every project.
- We serve clients across 27 U.S. states with localized teams.
- Our team includes certified architects with diverse industry expertise.
- We prioritize client needs through personalized, collaborative service.
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design solutions tailored to restaurant, commercial, religious, and recreational sectors. Our process integrates client goals with functional aesthetics, ensuring spaces that enhance user experience and operational efficiency. With expertise across 27 states, we deliver innovative designs from concept to construction documentation.
Site Assessment
Our site assessment services evaluate land suitability for development through zoning reviews, environmental considerations, and regulatory compliance checks. This foundational step ensures projects align with local ordinances while optimizing site potential for efficient, code-compliant designs.
3D Modeling
We create detailed 3D computer models and renderings to visualize architectural concepts before construction. This technology enables clients to explore spatial relationships and design elements, facilitating informed decision-making and reducing potential project revisions.
Construction Documents
Our construction documentation service produces detailed technical drawings and specifications required for permitting and building. These documents ensure clear communication between stakeholders, maintaining design integrity while meeting all regulatory and contractor requirements for successful project execution.
Regulatory Review
We navigate complex zoning regulations and permitting processes to ensure project approval. Our team coordinates with local authorities to address code requirements, streamlining the path from design to construction while minimizing compliance-related delays.
People
Dale Pilkinton
Co-Owner/Principal
Dale Pilkinton, a Middle Tennessee native, has led architectural projects at E+H since 1995. His focus on occupant experience combines functionality with aesthetic excellence, supporting clients' business goals through efficient, visually appealing designs.
Roy Williams
Co-Owner/Principal
Roy Williams brings decades of restaurant and retail design experience to Edwards & Hotchkiss. His client-centered approach prioritizes practical solutions that enhance business operations while maintaining visual appeal across 27 U.S. states.
Questions
What architectural services does E+H Architects offer?
We provide full-service architecture including site assessment, design, 3D modeling, construction documents, and regulatory compliance for restaurant, commercial, religious, and recreational projects.
How long has E+H Architects been in business?
We were founded in 1975 as Edwards & Hotchkiss Architects, celebrating 50 years of service in 2025 under our current E+H Architects name.
In which states do you provide architectural services?
Our services span 27 states across the U.S., including Tennessee, Texas, Florida, and California, with project teams strategically located nationwide.
How does E+H Architects approach client collaboration?
We prioritize direct principal involvement, personalized service, and active listening to understand client goals, ensuring designs align with both functional needs and aesthetic preferences.
What makes E+H Architects unique?
Our combination of 50-year experience, nationwide reach, and commitment to client-centered design distinguishes us, supported by a flexible work model that enhances team productivity and service quality.