Philosophy

ARCSPACE STUDIO is a team of architects and design professionals that do one thing, and do it exceptionally well. We Shape Space! Our buildings and homes have soul. They have purpose. They are beyond ordinary.

History

Originally founded in 1998 as Bird & Kamback Architects, ARCSPACE STUDIO is known for providing our clients with creative design solutions and exceptional service. From our Huntsville studio, we proudly serve north Alabama and southern Tennessee with innovative projects that include custom residential, multifamily, educational, religious and commercial buildings. Our clients range from private homeowners to universities to municipalities to companies and non-profits.

Team

Led by founding partners Greg Kamback and Darryl Bird, the ARCSPACE STUDIO team is comprised of eager design professionals. Our team has the experience and talent to litterally shape space.


Greg Kamback

Greg Kamback

Principal Architect

Greg is the firm’s director. He earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Auburn University in 1973. He has been in the Architectural field since 1973 and a registered architect since 1976. He was initially licensed in Alabama and has continued to practice throughout North Alabama and Southern Tennessee. In addition to his administrative role, Greg provides extensive practical experience to a wide range of commercial, educational, industrial, and residential projects. He is knowledgeable of, and involved in, all phases of project development.



Darryl Bird

Darryl Bird

Principal Architect

Darryl is a LEED Accredited Professional with specialties in Homes and Neighborhood Development. He earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1987. He was initially licensed in North Carolina but since 1992 has practiced primarily in North Alabama and Southern Tennessee. Darryl provides design expertise in a wide array of building types. Since 1995 he has been an instructor in the Interior Design Certificate Program at the University of Alabama in Huntsville.


Areas of Practice

Architecture “Architecture is the thoughtful making of space” –Louis Kahn, Architect
Interior Architecture “The architect models in space as a sculptor in clay.” –Geoffrey Scott, The Architecture of Humanism
Planning “Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men’s blood…Make big plans; aim high in hope and work.” –Daniel Burnham, Architect & Planner

Awards

    Rainbow Mountain Residence

    2018 AIA North Alabama – Merit Award

    His Way Community Center

    2018 AIA North Alabama – Special Recognition Award

    Distinguished Duplex

    2015 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Merit Award

    Contemporary Garden House

    2014 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Honorable Mention Award

    Revitalized Suburban Rancher

    2013 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Merit Award

    Askewed Vision Treehouse

    2010 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Merit Award

    Produkt Glas Fit-Out

    2010 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Citation Award

    Montessori School of Huntsville

    2009 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Honor Award

    UAH University Center Lobby and Charger Cafe

    2009 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Citation Award

    BirdHouse

    2008 AIA North Alabama Chapter – Honor Award

    2008 Design with Brick SE Chapter – Merit Award

    2009 AIA Alabama Council – Merit Award