James Virden is a seasoned architectural professional with extensive experience in project management and design across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and residential projects. Currently serving as a Project Architect at KDA Architects since July 2018, James also holds the position of President at Avondale Design LLC, a consulting firm specializing in architectural project management and administration. James's prior roles include Project Architect at Olaya Studio and Commercial/Retail Architectural Project Manager at Chester, Ploussas, Lisowsky Partnership, where responsibilities involved client management and project proposal development. James began a career in architectural drafting and production over four decades ago, having contributed to numerous significant projects for firms like Ignarri-Lummis Architects and AP3C Architects, with a notable focus on retail/commercial ventures. James holds a degree from Virginia Tech, earned between 1979 and 1983.