KDW Marks 130 Years of Continuous Family-Owned Design-Build Excellence
Texas design-build firm KDW celebrates 130 years of continuous operation, highlighting its evolution from a local construction company to a premier design-builder with a robust portfolio of diverse projects across multiple sectors.
Texas-based design-build firm KDW has reached a significant milestone, celebrating 130 years of continuous, multigenerational family-owned business operations. What began as a small construction company in Nacogdoches in 1895 has transformed into a comprehensive design-build enterprise serving commercial and industrial clients across Texas.
Founded by the Kingham family, the company initially focused on developing critical infrastructure in East Texas, constructing essential buildings including schools, hospitals, and university facilities. In 2004, the business entered a new strategic phase with the formation of Kingham Dalton Wilson, Ltd. (KDW), which integrated decades of collective experience with innovative building practices.
Today, KDW operates from offices in Houston, Austin, and Nacogdoches, offering an integrated design-build model with in-house architects, designers, and multidisciplinary building professionals. The firm has completed over 2,500 projects valued at more than $1 billion, working with global, national, and local businesses across diverse sectors including energy, manufacturing, logistics, and hospitality.
Notable projects in KDW's extensive portfolio include state-of-the-art facilities for Goya Foods, Sika, and MAN Energy Solutions, advanced recycling centers for Balcones Resources, and destination venues like Typhoon Texas Waterparks. The company's success stems from its commitment to open collaboration, trust, and transparency with clients and partners.
KDW's longevity reflects not just its technical expertise, but its ability to adapt and evolve while maintaining core values of excellence and integrity. By prioritizing client relationships and delivering projects that exceed expectations, the company has established itself as a leader in the design-build industry.