Doster Construction Company has completed construction on a new Akima office, a 31,000-square-foot Class A interior build-out at a facility in Upland Park in Huntsville, Alabama. The project transforms a shell space into a secure, high-performance workplace for one of the nation’s leading defense and technology companies.
The new office blends sophistication and functionality, featuring flexible workspaces, advanced training areas, simulation and tech space, secure data rooms, and intelligent building systems. High-end finishes, specialty glass, premium millwork, and cutting-edge audio-visual integration create an environment designed for both operational excellence and employee collaboration.
Doster originally constructed the Upland Park shell building in 2023. Having now delivered AKIMA’s Huntsville office within that same building, the team was able to leverage their knowledge of the structure and site to streamline coordination and ensure a smooth build-out process. From the earliest stages, Doster worked closely with the owner, Fuqua & Partners Architects, and trade partners to integrate Akima’s program into the space while maintaining budget and schedule goals.
“It’s especially rewarding to return to a building we constructed and see it come to life with a dynamic tenant like Akima,” said Conn Crabtree, Doster VP & Division Manager. “Our history with the building at Upland Park gave us valuable insight that helped us deliver a headquarters environment that’s both functional and inspiring.”
The completion of Akima’s new office adds to Huntsville’s reputation as a hub for defense and technology innovation, providing a secure, modern facility tailored to the needs of a mission-driven organization.
