Business Details
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Washington DC
Wiebenson & Dorman Architects PC delivers innovative architectural solutions for residential, commercial, and community projects. Our approach prioritizes designs that harmonize with properties, users, neighborhoods, and contemporary needs. We integrate client goals, site features, natural light, circulation patterns, and energy efficiency to create dynamic, responsible spaces. Principal Architect Kendall Dorman brings over 30 years of expertise, holding registrations in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland. Our work has earned recognition including CityPaper Best of DC awards, NAIOP Excellence Awards, and features in ARCHITECTURE DC and Washingtonian Magazine.We emphasize sustainable practices through passive solar strategies and modern adaptations of historic structures. With decades of collective experience, our team specializes in transforming complex challenges into functional, aesthetically compelling environments. Our portfolio spans from urban residences to community facilities, reflecting our commitment to contextual design excellence. Clients benefit from our deep local knowledge across the DC metropolitan area and proven track record of award-winning projects.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Design
Community Projects
Historic Preservation
Energy-Efficient Design
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of architectural experience in the DC metropolitan area
- Our principal architect holds registrations in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland
- Award-winning designs recognized by CityPaper, NAIOP, and Washingtonian Magazine
- Specialized expertise in historic preservation and energy-efficient architecture
- Proven track record with community-focused and urban residential projects
What people say
Best Architecture Firm
Honor Award for Distinctive Residential Architecture
NAIOP Award of Excellence
Featured in ARCHITECTURE DC
Client Satisfaction Award
Services
Residential Architecture
We create custom residential designs that balance aesthetic appeal with functional living spaces. Our approach considers site-specific features, natural lighting, and modern lifestyle needs while maintaining contextual harmony with surrounding neighborhoods. Projects range from single-family homes to multi-unit residential developments across the Washington DC region.
Commercial Design
Our commercial architecture focuses on creating productive, visually compelling work environments. We specialize in office spaces, retail locations, and mixed-use developments that optimize spatial efficiency while meeting evolving business needs. Recent projects include award-winning urban office spaces recognized for innovative design solutions in Washington DC.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving architectural heritage through sensitive restoration and adaptive reuse projects. Our expertise maintains historical integrity while integrating modern functionality. Notable work includes the Bread for the City project, which received the DC Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation for its successful blend of traditional elements with contemporary needs.
Energy-Efficient Design
Our sustainable design approach incorporates passive solar strategies, energy-conscious materials, and climate-responsive solutions. We prioritize environmentally responsible practices that reduce long-term operational costs without compromising aesthetic quality or functional requirements across both residential and commercial building types.
Community Projects
We design impactful community facilities that address social needs while creating welcoming public environments. Our portfolio includes award-winning projects like the Bread for the City center, demonstrating our commitment to creating spaces that foster community engagement and improve quality of life in urban settings.
People
Kendall Dorman
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with over 30 years of experience in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland. Specializes in residential and commercial design, historic preservation, and sustainable architecture. Leads the firm's design vision and project execution.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide residential, commercial, and community architectural design services with expertise in historic preservation and energy-efficient solutions across Washington DC and surrounding areas.
How long have you been in business?
Our firm has over 30 years of combined experience with principal architect Kendall Dorman actively practicing since the early 1990s.
Are you licensed architects?
Yes, our principal architect holds active licenses in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland with professional registration in multiple jurisdictions.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland suburbs with extensive local knowledge of zoning regulations and building codes.
Can you handle historic building projects?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation with award-winning experience maintaining architectural heritage while implementing modern functional upgrades.
