For more than six decades, Chilton County conducted much of its government business from a courthouse built in the early 1960s. As the county grew, so did the demands on the facility. Limited accessibility, aging infrastructure, space constraints, and county services spread across multiple locations ultimately led county leaders to pursue a new courthouse designed around the needs of residents today and well into the future.

The new approximately 72,000-square-foot Chilton County Courthouse in Clanton brings courtrooms, administrative offices, licensing functions, and support services together in a central location. Situated along Alabama Highway 145, the courthouse was designed as a more accessible and efficient hub for county government, while the larger site provides room for future expansion as the community continues to grow.

Business Interiors worked alongside Chilton County and Birchfield Penuel Architects to provide furniture solutions throughout portions of three floors of the new facility. BI’s scope supported approximately 40 private offices as well as shared offices, open work areas, conference rooms, break rooms, reception and waiting areas, and a variety of administrative and public-service environments.

The scope also extended to spaces with needs specific to the courthouse and county operations, including Grand Jury and Trial Prep areas, high-density filing, select Probate Court furnishings, and furniture for the County Commission auditorium. Across these varied applications, the furniture package supports the people responsible for carrying out the county’s day-to-day work as well as the residents who depend on those services.

The courthouse opened in 2026 as a new center for civic and government activity in Chilton County—bringing previously dispersed functions together in a facility created to serve the community for years to come.

Photography by: Rob Culpepper

Serving the city of Huntsville requires reliable infrastructure and an equally reliable workspace. When Huntsville Utilities (HU) undertook the redesign of their 25,000-square-foot operational headquarters, they had a clear objective: to create an environment that could support the rigorous, 24/7 demands of their control center, while also fostering a modern, collaborative atmosphere across all departments.

Business Interiors partnered with HU and REL Architects and Engineers to support the project through targeted furniture solutions emphasizing durability, performance, and ergonomic comfort.

The scope of work strategically addressed key functional zones. Business Interiors provided furniture for 11 private offices and a suite of meeting spaces, including two large conference rooms and one smaller dedicated meeting area, all designed to support effective teamwork. Within the Huntsville Utilities control room, Business Interiors supplied high-performance task seating specifically selected for continuous, around-the-clock use, ensuring comfort and ergonomic support for operators during extended shifts.

From the welcoming main reception area to the two staff breakrooms, the resulting design successfully aligns function with aesthetics. It strengthens Huntsville Utilities’ commitment to both their employees and the community they serve. The new state-of-the-art Systems Operations Center officially opened in October 2025.

Photography by: Neville Simpson

The Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie G. Adkins State Veterans Home is Alabama’s fifth skilled-care nursing and memory care project. The 182,000 square-foot building accommodates 174 residents. Williams Blackstock Architects created the contemporary farmhouse-inspired design. The vision was to honor veterans with a serene, home-like environment, incorporating Southern charm and expansive porches. Business Interiors delivered the essential furnishing products. This guaranteed every area achieved clinical functionality while embracing a welcoming, non-institutional aesthetic.

We focused on promoting well-being and community within the Home’s extensive amenities. The Town Center acts as the central hub, featuring a grand stone fireplace. A main corridor, called “Main Street,” connects key amenity settings. Business Interiors furnished these diverse public zones. These include a full dining hall, a fully appointed library, and a lively sports bar. Our selections were designed to withstand heavy use. They also promote social engagement and community life among the residents.

Crucially, the design fosters a sense of intimate community. Each residential “wing” includes two inviting living rooms and a kitchenette. This offers smaller groups of veterans private rooms for relaxation and socializing outside of the main Town Center. We prioritized residential warmth and ease for these spaces. We selected highly durable, healthcare-grade furniture and materials. These meet the stringent demands of long-term care without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. Business Interiors delivered thoughtful and resilient furnishings throughout the 174 private rooms and all common zones. This helped realize a beautiful, functional setting. The state’s veterans receive exceptional care in an environment that reflects the honor and respect they have earned.

A+D Firm: Williams Blackstock Architects

Photos courtesy of Williams Blackstock Architects

The Jefferson County Medical Examiner Office provides vital forensic services to the county. The move to a new, state-of-the-art $30 million complex represented a crucial modernization effort and replaced a hopelessly small, constrained facility. Business Interiors was tasked with implementing furniture solutions that matched the precision, efficiency, and quiet dignity required by the facility’s demanding operations.

BI partnered closely with the project team, including Poole & Company and Doster Construction. This collaboration ensured furniture selections supported both the facility’s highly technical functions and the sensitive needs of its administrative spaces—making this far from an everyday office furniture project.

The scope encompassed a wide range of environments, including 15 private offices, 37 workstations, two conference rooms, a training room, the lobby, and the break room. Select work also extended into highly specialized areas such as autopsy rooms, coolers, and X-ray rooms, where durable benches were specified.

Light, timeless finishes were selected to bring a sense of calm to an environment where staff regularly work in difficult situations. BI maximized functionality in private offices with U-shaped desks and equipped the specialized specimen storage room with mobile high-density shelving to ensure peak organization in a critical zone. From the lobby and training room to the collaborative outdoor patio, the BI team provided durable, high-performance furniture solutions tailored to the facility’s unique demands.

The overall approach centered on delivering professional furnishings that support staff focus while maintaining the dignified atmosphere essential for sensitive consultations.

The modern, timeless architecture—highlighted by beautiful wood ceilings in open areas—creates a sophisticated and appropriate environment for the facility’s critical mission. Ultimately, Business Interiors ensured the space supports both the operational needs of the staff and the experience the facility demands.

Photography by: Chad Baumer