Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural & Interior Design Partner in Birmingham
Tri Architecture & Design has been delivering innovative architectural and interior design solutions since 2003. Our firm specializes in commercial, institutional, and residential projects, combining over 30 years of industry expertise with a collaborative approach to meet client needs. We prioritize open communication and functional design, ensuring each project reflects the client's vision while adhering to local building codes and regulations. Our principal architect, Teresa Rivadeneira, brings a wealth of experience from projects with institutions like UAB and the BJCC, emphasizing quality and community impact. We offer end-to-end services from feasibility studies to construction closeout, maintaining transparency throughout the design process.Our commitment to excellence extends to historic preservation and adaptive reuse, informed by Teresa's academic background at the University of Houston. By fostering partnerships with local municipalities and creative professionals, we deliver value-added solutions tailored to evolving client requirements. Teresa's leadership, rooted in her education in Ecuador and Texas, drives our mission to create dynamic spaces that balance work and life. We actively engage with clients in Birmingham and the Southeastern U.S., focusing on personalized service and sustainable design practices. Our work aims to inspire future generations of designers, particularly women, through mentorship and community involvement.
Services
Commercial Design
Institutional Design
Residential Design
Historic Preservation
Renovation Services
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of architectural and interior design experience.
- Our principal designer provides one-on-one client engagement throughout projects.
- We maintain deep familiarity with Alabama building codes and local municipalities.
- Our collaborative approach ensures transparent communication from design to completion.
- We combine historic preservation expertise with modern design innovation.
Associations and certifications
- AIA (American Institute of Architects)
Services
Commercial Design
We create functional commercial spaces that balance aesthetics and productivity. Our designs address workflow optimization, code compliance, and brand identity integration for businesses in Birmingham and the Southeast. With experience in projects like the BJCC Legacy Arena, we deliver scalable solutions for evolving corporate needs.
Institutional Design
Our institutional design focuses on educational and civic facilities that serve community needs. We specialize in projects for schools, universities, and government buildings, combining accessibility requirements with sustainable materials. Recent work includes spaces for Birmingham City Schools and the University of Alabama system.
Residential Design
We transform residential spaces through custom home designs and renovations that reflect homeowner lifestyles. Services include kitchen upgrades, space planning, and whole-home redesigns that maximize property value while maintaining structural integrity within Birmingham neighborhoods.
Historic Preservation
Our team specializes in preserving architectural heritage through adaptive reuse projects. We maintain historical accuracy while integrating modern systems, ensuring compliance with preservation guidelines for properties across Alabama's cultural landmarks.
Renovation Services
We handle full-scale renovations from feasibility studies to construction management. Our approach optimizes existing structures for contemporary use while navigating local permitting processes, ensuring minimal disruption to property owners in the Southeast region.
People
Teresa Rivadeneira
Principal Architect, AIA, RID
Teresa Rivadeneira leads TRI Architecture with 30+ years of experience in commercial, institutional, and residential design. A licensed architect and interior designer, she holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Houston and has worked on major Alabama projects including the BJCC Legacy Arena. Teresa mentors architecture students through Auburn University's Urban Studio program and actively participates in the Birmingham Historical Society.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural and interior design for commercial, institutional, and residential projects including new construction, renovations, and historic preservation across the Southeastern United States.
How long has your firm been in business?
TRI Architecture & Interior Design has served clients since 2003, with principal Teresa Rivadeneira bringing 30+ years of industry experience to each project.
Do you work on historic buildings?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects, maintaining architectural integrity while implementing modern updates that meet current building codes and functionality requirements.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Birmingham, Alabama, we serve clients throughout the Southeastern United States, with extensive experience navigating local regulations in multiple states.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We maintain direct communication with clients throughout every project phase, ensuring your vision guides each design decision from initial concept to construction completion.
