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SEED Architecture is a full-service architecture and planning firm dedicated to developing relationships for the service of clients and fostering leadership in design for the broader Columbia community.
Founded in 2015 by John K. Powell, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, SEED Architecture is a Columbia, SC based firm adept at both commercial and residential design work. The company's focus is on a diversity of project types but is concerned most specifically with the people, the families, business owners and staff behind those projects. Using what we call “relationship-based design,” we listen carefully to the client's mission and vision, goals and dreams, and then build out the artistry and technical requirements of a project to achieve success. For SEED, the architecture begins with the client and grows into the tangible reality of design.
Team
John K. Powell, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, founder and owner of SEED Architecture, began his career in Charleston, studied at Clemson University, Columbia International University and abroad. His board service and community involvement include the Carolina Children’s Home board, the Greater Columbia AIA (past president), Leadership Columbia Advisory Board, Design Development Review Commission, F3 Columbia and elder at First Presbyterian Church of Columbia. John also enjoys training for running and trail events, traveling, and spending time with his family.
john@seedarchitect.com | (803) 727-2098 x1
Gwyneth Berry, Assoc. AIA, a native of Columbia, South Carolina, began her studies at Midlands Technical College and completed them at Judson University located in the Chicago area. Graduating in 2023 with her bachelors in architecture, she was one of two recipients of the President Scholar Award. Having interned with companies in engineering, construction, and BIM technology, she brings a variety of experiences to her role at Seed assisting with design and documentation development and rendering and graphics. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, shag dancing, and outdoor activities.
Mickie B. Hoover, Assoc. IIDA, Assoc. AIA, has a broad experience in commercial, educational, industrial, and residential design. She assists with space planning, interior architectural design, and project management for new construction and renovation projects. She graduated from Anderson University with her undergraduate in Interior Design in 2010 and MBA in 2012. Mickie enjoys spending time with her family and getting outside as much as possible.
mickie@seedarchitect.com | (803) 727-2098 x2
Anna Marie Barfield, is recent graduate from Anderson University, and completed her BFA in Interior Design with a minor in Art History. While in school she received the Kravet Design of Distinction award for her textile design. She assists with architectural design, finish selection, and space planning. In her free time she loves to go hiking in the mountains, read a book, or going to a show at the theater.
Christopher F. Neuman, Associated AIA, holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Clemson University. Chris has worked on a broad array of projects including restaurants, airports, dentist offices, schools, industrial facilities, churches, and outdoor spaces. and much more. Chris is an avid year-round gardener who also enjoys running and participates in 5k and road races occasionally. When Chris isn’t designing or running he is somewhere enjoying Clemson football games with friends.
chris@seedarchitect.com | (803) 727-2098 x3