Paradigm - (par' e-dim') n. An example that serves as pattern or model.
Waterfront Development - Morgantown, WV
Our Team.
Who we are
Paul A. Walker, AIA
Principal-in-Charge | Design Architect
Paul graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Tennessee in 1982. After practicing architecture in West Virginia, North Carolina and Alabama, Paul founded Paradigm Architecture in October 2000 in Birmingham, Alabama. In 2002 he and his family moved to Morgantown, West Virginia to open the 2nd Paradigm office. “I have been fortunate to work on a wide range of project types including medical, commercial, corporate, educational, governmental, hospitality, institutional, recreational, religious, and residential.” The value of these projects range from a few thousand dollars to over 78 million dollars. Paul is currently licensed in 11 states.
“I am extremely proud of the quality of our work, our dedication to serving our clients and the opportunities to give back to our communities. I thank God every day for His blessings, especially my wife Anita and our family.”
Outside of the office: "Wishing Anita and I were at Kiawah... if not there, probably attending WVU Sports or hanging with my grandson Hayden."
Grant T. Gramstad, AIA
Project Architect
Grant has over 30 years of experience in the design industry as an architect. He is one of the founding members of Paradigm Architecture and is the Architect of Record for all of the firms’ Alabama projects. Grant received a Master of Architecture from Tulane University in New Orleans and spent a year studying architecture abroad at Bath University in England. In the early 1990s, he practiced in New Orleans and then moved to Birmingham in 1994. Grant works with clients in retail, hospitality, government, and higher education, and helps turn their concepts into the built environment. In addition to practicing architecture, he serves as a Trustee at his local church.
Outside of the office: “Outside of the office??? What does that mean? Is there life outside of the office?”
Tyler B. Etris, AIA
Architect | Designer
Tyler started working at Paradigm as a summer intern in 2007 and worked every summer and Christmas break until graduation from the University of Tennessee in 2011 where he achieved a Bachelor in Architecture. While a student at the University of Tennessee, he had the opportunity to study six months abroad at the Crakow University of Technology in Poland. Tyler joined Paradigm full time in 2011, and is responsible for design, presentation drawings, development of construction drawings, and marketing. He believes architecture has the potential to strongly influence lives and sees design as a way to impact the community.
Outside of the office: "Probably dreaming about Disney, watching any kind of sport, eating some kind of food, or exploring with my wife Liz, two daughters, and dog Riley."
Steve A. Konya II
Construction Administration
Steve is a graduate of Fairmont State University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. He has been working in the field of architecture since 1995 and has been with Paradigm Architecture since 2005. Steve’s responsibilities include construction administration, development of construction drawings and documents, project management tasks, and marketing. He is a professional photographer and member of the Professional Photographers of West Virginia.
Outside of the office: "I enjoy photography, outdoors, and hiking, as well taking care of our special needs cats with my partner Stephanie."
Aaron White
CAD/BIM Manager | Production
Since joining Paradigm in 2008, Aaron's responsibilities have included development of construction drawings and documents and project management tasks. He has a combined eleven years of experience in commercial architecture. Aaron's work ethic, expertise in drafting, BIM modeling, and carpentry, make him an essential piece to the Paradigm team. If there is ever a question about Revit, Aaron is the guy to ask!
Outside of the office: "I love spending time outside and working with my hands in such pursuits as carpentry and mechanics."
Dave has over 10 years of experience as a CAD Designer. Dave obtained an Associates of Applied Science in CADD in 2005 from Virginia College. He joined Paradigm Architecture in 2005. As a CAD Designer, Dave has diverse project experience and believes the relationships he has developed are the most rewarding part of his career.
Outside of the office: "I enjoy an active lifestyle in community service with non-profit organizations, coaching little league athletics, and fishing."
Bobby joined Paradigm in May 2026 after graduating from the University of Central Florida with a Master of Science in Themed Experience Design. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies from Birmingham-Southern College.
Bobby brings experience in architectural design documentation, project coordination, estimating, and construction-related support. At Paradigm, he supports the design team through design development and construction documentation. He enjoys being part of a team that creates memorable spaces for people to experience and enjoy.
Outside of the office: Bobby played college football and worked at Walt Disney World for almost two years operating all of the attractions in Frontierland.
Sheryl Snider
Marketing Coordinator | Administrative Assistant
Sheryl has over 30 years of experience working in an architecture firm. She worked in South Carolina for 20 years before moving back to West Virginia in 2009 when she joined Paradigm. Sheryl does many things for Paradigm including coordination of marketing, administrative assistance, as well as coordiation of in house construction contracts. She also worked with Paul and Dave Snider for four years at a firm in SC.
Outside of the office: "Reading spy novels, doing some kind of craft, or working on/improving my aquarium."
Trey Snider
Recycling Coordinator | Mail Specialist
Trey, or "Sterling" as we like to call him, joined the Paradigm team in 2009. Sterling has the experience to appropriately dispose of all kinds of renewable waste. His expertise allows our office to practice an innovative and environmentally friendly waste management program. In addition, he is in charge of the distribution services of Paradigm's mail.
Outside of the office: "Ohhh, you will probably find me working on a puzzle, watching a movie, reading about Marvel."