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Popham Walter Burford Architects is a professional services firm providing architecture, engineering, planning, interior architecture, project management and related services to the health care industry. The predecessor firms of Popham Walter Burford Architects were established in 1977 and 1978. Our principals and senior staff are affiliated with the American Institute of Architects, Texas Society of Architects, Construction Specifications Institute, National Society of Professional Engineers, Health Facilities Institute, Federated Ambulatory Surgery Association, American Society of Interior Designers, and the International Interior Design Association. In addition, our staff members are registered to practice architecture, interior architecture, and engineering in numerous states. Popham Walter Burford Architects continue to provide planning and design expertise to a wide variety of domestic and international health care clients. In the belief that every client is unique and has special requirements, Popham Walter Burford Architects brings to every project a fresh approach, a commitment to design excellence and client satisfaction, and the most efficient project delivery methods. A team of professionals is assigned to each project through all phases of the work - from initial programming through schematic design, design development to construction documents and construction administration. Our project experience includes over 50 ambulatory surgery centers in 17 states, various types of diagnostic and treatment centers, new medical centers, additions and renovations to existing hospitals, cancer treatment facilities, medical office buildings, and specialized support buildings. The estimated total construction value of our health care work now approaches one-half billion dollars. Mission Statement Popham Walter Burford Architects is a company composed of skilled individuals dedicated to excellence in the architectural design and execution of health care and related facilities. Our strength is based upon our commitment to our people, our clients, our community, our industry, and our company. Our People We are committed to the recruitment and development of the best individuals in our industry. We provide our people opportunities to grow. We encourage the flow of information and the exchange of ideas between all levels of the company. We recognize the importance of each individual and his or her role in the success of the company. We expect that our people will be known for their character, competence, and commitment. We value the entire well being of each individual and encourage family, physical, and spiritual as well as professional development. Our Clients We are committed to providing the highest quality of architectural services to our clients. Enjoyable, productive, and enduring living and working environments are the goals of our efforts. We are fair, honest, courteous, and professional. We recognize the difficult balance of quality architecture and economics. We are sensitive to our client's satisfaction. Our Communities We are committed to the enhancement of the communities in which we are a part through the aesthetic value of our designs and the sensitive planning within the context of each community. Our Industry We are committed to participating in the architectural industry with integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction. We respect the financial, construction, engineering, real estate, and other related industries, who, in mutual relationships, contribute greatly to our success. Our Company We are committed to participating in the types of projects which enhance the skills, abilities, and the development of our company. We acknowledge the importance of quality architectural service and the corresponding fair compensation needed to provide such services. Firm Advantages Popham Walter Burford Architects offers a highly qualified and experienced team possessing several outstanding qualifications and advantages which include the following: Experience and Background Popham Walter Burford Architects has a unique broad base of varied backgrounds and experience from which to draw. A significant range of both domestic and international projects has been successfully completed - from extremely complex medical centers to a physician's office suite in a new medical office building. Thorough Knowledge of Federal, State & Municipal Codes, Corporate Requirements and Working Procedures Popham Walter Burford Architects has successfully completed projects for federal, state and municipal agencies, foreign governments, and large corporations, both domestic and international. This experience enables Popham Walter Burford Architects to expedite the regulatory approvals from authorities having jurisdiction over our Client's project from design through construction in a thorough and professional manner. Performance of the Work Popham Walter Burford Architects has a track record of meeting project schedules and budgets. We are proud of the high level of Client satisfaction which is reflected in the fact that over 75% of our projects involve repeat business with former clients. Staffing Capability Popham Walter Burford Architects has consistently demonstrated that we will provide the resources required to meet our Client's project schedule. Computer Aided Design/Drafting Popham Walter Burford Architects stays on the leading edge of technology by utilizing CADD (AutoCAD software and Pentium PC compatible hardware) in the design and construction document phases of the work. CADD greatly increases the productivity and versatility of the project team. Scheduling and budget control are maximized, therefore, which directly benefit our Clients.

Health Care Clients

Amedisys Surgery Centers, LC	Medical Networks, Inc.
Brown & Root USA, Inc.	Mother Frances Hospital
Bumrungrad Medical Center, Ltd.	MPC International
Caltex Pacific Indonesia	Norfolk Surgical Group, Ltd.
CIGNA Healthplan of Texas, Inc.	Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis
Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corp.	Stirling Properties
Columbus Community Hospital	St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital
Gonzales County Memorial Hospital	Sweeny Community Hospital
HealthSouth Surgical Division	Tenet Health Care, Inc.
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic	Thomson Medical Centre Pte. Ltd.
Kumpulan Perubatan (Johor) Sdn. Bhd.	Tidewater Health Care, Inc.
Lavaca County Hospital District	Trinity Memorial Hospital
Medical Associates Sdn. Bhd.	The Ward Group
Medical Care International	Winchester Medical Center

Principals' Resumes

Richard A. Popham, AIA Managing Principal Architect

Education	Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering University of Texas / 1976
Registration	1982 / Architect 1986 / NCARB Certificate 1990 / Interior Designer
Experience	Mr. Popham has over 20 years of diversified experience in the Architectural and Construction industry. His responsibilities have included programming, design, construction documents, specifications, and construction administration. Mr. Popham currently serves as Managing Principal of the firm. Projects on which Mr. Popham has had direct responsibility include buildings for the offshore industry, restaurants, office buildings, retail facilities, and industrial buildings in both the United States and abroad.

Don D. Walter, AIA Principal Architect

Education	Bachelor of Architecture with Honors University of Texas / 1974
Registration	1978 / Architect 1987 / NCARB Certificate 1991 / Interior Designer
Experience	Mr. Walter has over twenty years of diversified experience in the Architectural and Construction Industry. He is responsible for all facets of Architectural Design, Production of Working Drawings, Project Specifications, Material Selections, Programming, Planning, Cost Estimates, and Construction Administration. Mr. Walter has had direct responsibility for health care facilities, retail facilities, restaurants, high rise office buildings, industrial buildings, and manufacturing facilities both in the United States and abroad.

R. Wayne Burford, AIA Principal Architect

Education	Bachelor of Architecture Virginia Tech / 1971 Master of Architecture in Health Facilities Design University of Texas / 1973
Registration	1974 / Architect 1974 / NCARB Certificate 1990 / Interior Designer
Experience	Mr. Burford has been personally responsible for the planning, design, and project management of health facilities valued in excess of $300 million. These projects include major medical centers, ambulatory care centers, medical office buildings, diagnostic and treatment facilities, and outpatient surgery centers. Mr. Burford is Principal-In-Charge of all medical projects for the firm and has over twenty four years' experience in project development in the U.S., Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Rim.