Vermilion Architects was formed in 2014 by Angelique Hernandez and David Hamer. The firm is located in Downtown Lafayette. Angelique and David worked together with David Courville Architect for 15 years and 20 years respectively until his passing in 2014 and have maintained the clientele and ideals Mr. Courville held. Currently, Vermilion Architects has a DBE and Woman Owned Business status.​

David Hamer, AIA, NCARB is a partner and principal architect at Vermilion Architects and has been practicing architecture since 1995. Mr. Hamer leads the firm with Building Information Modeling (BIM) expertise. He recently received his license to practice architecture in the state of Texas. 

Angelique Hernandez, AIA, CDT is a partner and principal architect at Vermilion Architects and has been practicing architecture since 1995. Ms. Hernandez is a lead designer and project manager. She recently achieved DBE status for the firm and is enrolled in a Peerspective program with SBDLA. Professional organization memberships include AIA South Louisiana and CSI Acadiana.  Ms. Hernandez is a past president and serves as a director for CSI Acadiana. She has been involved with planning the CSI Fall Seminar for the past 10 years.