Title: Architect
Company: Jacobs Architectural Group
Location: Houston, Texas, United States
Joseph Alvin Jacobs Jr., Architect at Jacobs Architectural Group, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Architecture.
Mr. Jacobs has cultivated a distinguished career in architecture, marked by his role as the founder and architect of Jacobs Architectural Group since 2008. With over 35 years of experience in the field, he has demonstrated expertise in retail, multifamily, senior housing and industrial projects. Mr. Jacobs’s portfolio of work spans various types of buildings, making him sought after for his diverse expertise.
In addition to his role at Jacobs Architectural Group, Mr. Jacobs has been a company owner and partner at JJJL PLLC since 2014. His extensive background in architectural design and interior design, with a focus on retail, multi-family, senior housing, industrial and warehouse projects, has been pivotal to shaping his career progression and success.
Mr. Jacobs’s professional journey began with an internship for a local medical group in the late 1980s, followed by a position with an architecture firm in Honolulu that specialized in resorts and international design. The firm in Hawaii was particularly impactful, as Mr. Jacobs gained insight into the inner workings of the organization, which specialized in international design and had clients as far away as Hong Kong.
Highly educated in his field, Mr. Jacobs’s academic background laid a strong foundation for his career achievements. He earned a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin in 1987 and later pursued a Master of Arts in Bible and theology from Lincoln Christian University. Mr. Jacobs’s education has been instrumental in shaping his approach to architecture, emphasizing integrity, effective communication and relationship-building. These principles have been pivotal in his business’s success, allowing him to bring clients’ visions to life through a collaborative team approach.
Throughout his career, Mr. Jacobs has been involved with various organizations, including the Coastal Conservation Association and the Cultural Conservation. His commitment to civic responsibility is further reflected in his volunteer work with the Houston Food Bank. As a member of The Greater Houston Church’s ministry, Mr. Jacobs contributes to community development and support.
Having accumulated a significant collection of completed projects throughout his tenure in architecture, Mr. Jacobs has designed everything from office buildings and pediatric clinics to retail centers and chemical plants within the oil and gas industry for large companies. His dedication has also extended beyond traditional architectural projects. He is actively involved in one project, which consists of a restaurant on the island near the Texas border, approximately 85% complete, and will significantly enhance the community’s vibrancy.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Jacobs values personal connections and relationships. He takes pride in the restaurant project near the Texas border, which is nearing completion. Mr. Jacobs’s motto, “If I don’t know how to do it, I can learn how to do it,” reflects his lifelong commitment to learning and growth.
Mr. Jacobs attributes much of his success to the inspiration provided by his mother, Pedney Robinson, who instilled in him the importance of hard work despite not having a formal education herself. Her influence continues to guide him as he navigates both personal and professional endeavors. Mr. Jacobs also values his relationships with his clients, which have been a cornerstone of his success.
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