What it is like to work with MMA.

Working with Mitchel Marshall and his firm, MMA Architects, on the design and construction of our new Foxhound Bee Company building in Irondale was a true collaboration between myself, MMA, and our general contractor, MAXUS. From the very beginning, Mitchel was engaged and expressed a real desire to make this project happen. Mitchel was fast-thinking and proactive in finding solutions that kept the project moving smoothly from concept to completion. Even when it bogged down from the different parties, Mitchel pushed forward to keep the project moving.

This was a new construction build that required both creativity and practicality. Mitchel worked hard to design a building that reflected our brand's personality while keeping efficiency at the forefront so the GC could manufacture and assemble it with ease. He transformed what began as a standard square metal building into one full of character, featuring a front and side bump-out that incorporates reclaimed brick, adds visual depth, maximizes space, and highlights a large mural that has become a centerpiece of our new facility.

Mitchel's attention to detail and communication throughout the process were outstanding. He was always available for a call or meeting and maintained open communication between all parties to keep the project coordinated and on schedule. The building was completed on time and within budget, which is rare in construction, and that success was due in large part to Mitchel's early efforts to produce complete, build-ready plans for MAXUS.

He also worked directly with the City of Irondale and the Fire Marshal to address challenges, including a fire hydrant requirement within 500 feet of the building. Through his persistence and problem-solving, he identified a solution that satisfied safety regulations while saving us tens of thousands of dollars in unnecessary site work.

Throughout the project, Mitchel demonstrated not only design expertise but a strong sense of ownership and advocacy for our goals. He consistently saw the big picture, balancing aesthetics, cost, and practicality, and went above and beyond to help turn our vision for Foxhound Bee Company into reality.

I would gladly work with Mitchel and the MMA team again and highly recommend him for any significant or complex architectural project. He's a professional who brings creativity, collaboration, and integrity to everything he does.

As the General Counsel for Bart & Associates, LLC (B&A), I personally worked closely with Mitchel Marshall and the Mitchel Marshall Architect PLLC (MMA) team, as the Owner's Representative on the design and construction of our company's new 45,000 square foot space in Madison, Alabama. I am happy to recommend them based on the care, attention to detail, and responsiveness they brought to that entire process.

MMA performed exceptionally on a very challenging and time-sensitive project. Mitchel and his team worked closely with me and my team to understand our company's needs, which required a substantial redesign of an existing facility, while navigating the constraints of the facility. MMA took the time to thoroughly investigate the existing conditions, identify potential obstacles, and explain the options available to us. Their recommendations were well considered, and their designs reflected the diligence behind them.

One of MMA's greatest strengths was the speed at which they responded. Throughout design and construction, Mitchel and his team were accessible, engaged, and quick to address questions and resolve items requiring their input. That responsiveness helped us make timely decisions and gave us confidence that our priorities were being heard and addressed. MMA went above and beyond to ensure that our project met our needs and was completed in a timely manner.

I also appreciated their ability to communicate clearly. They explained challenges in practical terms, offered sound guidance, and maintained a collaborative approach throughout the project. From the owner's side of the table, having a team that anticipates issues and follows through promptly is invaluable.

I would gladly work with Mitchel and his team again and recommend MMA to any organization seeking an architectural partner who is thoughtful, dependable, and responsive from design through construction.

I am pleased to recommend MMA for architecture services. Our team at Fite Building Company thoroughly enjoyed working with Mitchell and his team and appreciated the communication, diligence, and practical thinking they brought to the project.

MMA did an excellent job of keeping communication clear and anticipating potential obstacles before they became larger issues. Their collaborative approach made it easy to work through questions, evaluate options, and keep everyone moving in the same direction.

What particularly stood out was their commitment to thoroughly evaluating the existing facility before making recommendations. Mitchell and his team took the time to understand the conditions, vet the challenges, and provide sound opinions supported by thoughtful design. From a contractor's perspective, that level of preparation makes a meaningful difference in both the working relationship and the execution of a project.

We would welcome the opportunity to work with Mitchell and his team again and confidently recommend MMA to anyone looking for a capable, communicative, quick and thoughtful architectural partner.

It is my pleasure to recommend Mitchel Marshall Architect PLLC with whom Maxus Construction had the opportunity to collaborate on a recent new construction project, Foxhound Bee Company located in Irondale, AL and designed the Shops of 280 located in Hoover, AL.

From the earliest design stages through project completion, Mitchel demonstrated a rare combination of creativity, technical expertise, and practical problem-solving. His design approach balanced aesthetic vision with functionality and constructability, which made our work as the general contractor both efficient and enjoyable.

Mitchel maintained excellent communication throughout the project, ensuring that design intent was clearly conveyed while remaining open to feedback from our field teams. His ability to adapt to evolving site conditions and coordinate seamlessly with consultants and trades was instrumental in keeping the project on schedule and within budget.

We would be pleased to work with Mitchel again on future projects and confidently recommend him to any client or contractor seeking a talented and dependable architect.

I am pleased to recommend Mitchel Marshall for his architectural services. As the owner of Alabama Appliance, I have worked with Mitchel on multiple projects, including the design and development of our luxury appliance showroom.

Mitchel has consistently been prompt, responsive, and professional. He understands our goals, communicates clearly, and addresses questions and design needs quickly. His attention to detail and practical approach have made him a dependable partner throughout our work together.

Our projects with Mitchel have gone smoothly from initial planning through completion. He has helped translate our vision into a showroom environment that reflects the quality and presentation we want for our customers.

I especially appreciate how easy he is to work with and how reliably he follows through. His responsiveness and professionalism have made a meaningful difference in our experience.

I highly recommend Mitchel Marshall to anyone seeking thoughtful architectural work and a professional, dependable collaborator. We would welcome the opportunity to work with him again.

I am pleased to recommend Mitchel Marshall Architect, PLLC based on my experience working together with Mitchel Marshall on the design and development of 27th Street Townhomes in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Mitchel worked with me from the early stages of the project during design and construction to help turn our goals for the property into a completed townhouse development. He understood that this was not simply a design exercise. The project needed to be attractive, functional, buildable, and ultimately work as a successful real estate ground-up development student housing project.

Throughout the process, Mitchel was responsive, practical, and easy to work with. He communicated clearly, worked through issues as they arose, and remained engaged as the project moved from drawings into construction. His ability to balance the architectural character of the building with the realities of budget, construction, and long-term use was particularly valuable.

The completed project reflects the original vision well. The townhouses have a strong residential character, make efficient use of the site, and provide comfortable, well-planned living spaces within a relatively compact footprint. We are pleased with both the finished product and our experience working with Mitchel and MMA.

Based on our experience with the townhouse development, I strongly and without hesitation recommend Mitchel Marshall Architect, PLLC to owners and developers looking for an architect who understands both design and the practical side of getting a project built on time and on budget.

Mitchel and I met back in 2013, when I worked for HOK and he worked for LPK. Our firms collaborated on the Mississippi State North End Zone expansion project, which was an approximate $75M project.

Mitchel served as Project Manager / Project Architect and I was the lead Technical architect for HOK.

Mitchel's passion, attention to detail and pursuit of excellence immediately drew me to admire him, and he proved throughout the project to be a valuable part of the team. We worked together from the initial design concept through the opening of the project. He was intimately involved in contributing to the overall design, coordinating with the consultants, producing technical drawings for the exterior facade, and working day-to-day in the construction phase of the project. His ability to develop relationships and rapport with the construction team was also extremely important to the success of that project.

Mitchel and I maintain a friendship from that project, and we talk from time to time about each other's professional endeavors in architecture. I am sure you will find the same passionate, collaborative architect that I met those years ago, and still admire.

Please note: this letter of recommendation is not on behalf of my current or former employers, but my own personal recommendation.

In the Spring of 2018, I proposed a design studio with 3rd year architecture students at Mississippi State University to explore the adaptive re-use potential of the former Police Station building in Meridian, Mississippi. The building, a Mississippi Landmark, was designed by Chris Risher Sr., an important architect from Mississippi who helped to bring Modernist architecture to the state.

At the time, there were a number of parties interested in the building, but only Mitchel Marshall came forward and recognized that a sound and carefully considered plan was needed before any development occurred. Mitchel graciously offered to support the students' work and involved himself with the design studio. The result of the studio was a book that assessed the condition of the building with cost estimation and highlighted a number of feasible proposals that the students developed.

Unfortunately, politics got in the way of anyone purchasing the building and it still lays empty, ready for someone to take on redevelopment. I would like to commend Mitchel Marshall in all of this for his professional and considered approach to the project, his commitment to the future of the city of Meridian, and his willingness to bring students into a real-world project. I think that you will find that he will bring the same commitment to your project.

It has been my pleasure to collaborate with Mitchel Marshall and MMA for over a year now. Mitchel and MMA have been a wonderful opportunity for me to work side by side with such an extraordinary individual and his team. I had spent 50 years illustrating and designing alongside twenty-five years teaching Interior Design. I retired in February of 2025 and with no expectations encountered Mitchel and Foxhound Bee. Together we worked on the rendering and there I found that Mitchel was truly a pleasure to work with: his passion, dedication, attention to detail and ability to allow hired professionals to perform as part of the team working to achieve the common outcome.

In October of last year, Mitchel asked me to partner with him on the Oak Mountain Project, which would require my full attention for a month and my coming out of retirement. The collaboration was inspired and, in the end, successful as to the completion and presentation of the project. Deadlines met and surpassed, integrity of the project maintained despite numerous pitfalls, changes and delays. In the end Mitchel's ideology and ethics persevered.

Since that time, I have joined MMA as lead design and have worked with Mitchel on almost a dozen projects, each one a joy to collaborate with Mitchel and MMA.