Powers Brown Architecture

Opened in 1999 in Houston by Joe Powers and Jeffrey Brown, Powers Brown Architecture now has offices spread across North America in multiple markets. The firm believes in a commitment to process, standards and the ability to apply their accumulated experience and a depth of experience to concluding architectural projects of all manner of description. Self-described as a professional services firm, they practice award-winning architectural, interior, and urban design both in North America and overseas. Jeffrey Brown, FAIA, is the Founding Principal/CEO for Powers Brown Architecture. Practicing architecture for more than 30 years, Jeffrey has an array of experience working on multiple building types for both public and private entities. He has authored numerous articles on architecture / criticism for various publications, and has led several research projects. Jeffrey has a passion for shaping architecture and the architects of tomorrow. He has taught and been a guest critic at numerous colleges and universities. Joe Powers, AIA was active in the Houston, Austin, Washington, D.C., and Denver markets during his career. In his more than 40 years of architecture, Joe demonstrated the ability to design and document buildings that were attractive, economical, and durable. His familiarity with his project markets and was key in making strategic decisions for the projects, ranging from construction type to building layout issues as they pertained to future flexibility and code compliance. Joe’s focus on balancing project budget issues with durability and quality made him the go-to architecture for clients throughout many markets. In 2017, Joe retired from the firm and architecture to spend time on his Texas farm.