Growing up in Greenville SC, Albert (Al), became aware of his sense of proportion early on.  In sixth grade history, he was fascinated to learn about the incredible and intricate design processes used by the ancient builders, which led to his love affair with Architecture and the built environment.

After attending the five-year program at Clemson University, Al graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture in 1970. In early 1974, Al took and passed the Architectural Registration Exam and for several years was the youngest registered architect in the state. The same year, he was contacted by a friend who wanted to expand a restaurant concept into a national enterprise.  Al accepted the challenge and set up a private practice in Spartanburg. The restaurant was to become Quincy’s Family Steakhouse.  Al became licensed to practice in 16 southern states, and ultimately, the Architect of Record for over 300 Quincey’s.

While the building of the Quincy’s brand was underway, Al was asked to design a classical Tidewater Virginia residence.  After that home, he became involved in the design, documentation and construction of many other high-end homes in Spartanburg and Greenville Counties.

During Al’s tenure in Spartanburg, he has spent much time in serving the community.  He was on the City Planning Commission and the County Planning Commission for several years and shepherded the introduction of zoning into Spartanburg County, as well as several other planning ordinances.  These ordinances were later codified into the Unified Land Management Ordinance.  In addition, he spent time serving on the board of Spartanburg Community College, the Historic and Architectural Review Board (HARB), and the Board of Trustees of Hatcher Garden. For his efforts to better the built environment, the State Legislature awarded him a Citation for his efforts. His firm, Jolly and Associates, won 6 design competitions sponsored by the City of Spartanburg.  Al was recognized by the American Institute of Architects for his participation in civic work and presented the title of Citizen Architect.

Al has two daughters and four grandchildren by his deceased wife. He has two stepdaughters and six grandchildren by his second wife, the former Carolyn Schoepf.  He is a 50-year member of The Episcopal Church of the Advent.

His hobby of major importance is fly-fishing, while his wife’s hobby of major importance is “letting him” take out the trash or pickup after their two Corgis.

Now, after 5000+ jobs, and 50 years in private practice, Al and Meghan Teague have combined their offices.  Al looks forward to being a consultant, mentor, and becoming the “sor’ta-retired-old-guy-in-the-back-room”.  He brings his respect for Southern Architecture in all its many shapes and forms and his ability to design and produce well-documented, accurate plans to Teague Studio.