Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Atlanta
Our firm has built a legacy of excellence over more than a century of service, combining deep industry expertise with a commitment to innovative design solutions. We specialize in creating functional, impactful spaces for healthcare, telecommunications, and mission-critical facilities, leveraging our technical proficiency and client-focused approach. With 115 years of operational history and 2000+ successfully completed projects, we maintain a partner-led methodology that ensures continuity throughout every project phase.Our team's extensive experience in highly specialized industries, including 65+ years dedicated to healthcare design, positions us as trusted advisors who prioritize clear communication and lasting relationships. Founded in 1909, we continue evolving while maintaining our core values of precision, collaboration, and architectural excellence that has shaped Atlanta's built environment for generations.
Services
Architectural Design
Healthcare Planning
Mission Critical Facilities
Telecom Infrastructure
Master Planning
Details
- Year established: 1909
Highlights and features
- 115 years of architectural experience with 2000+ completed projects
- Partner-led approach ensures consistent project team involvement
- Specialized healthcare design expertise spanning 65+ years
- Technical proficiency in mission-critical and telecommunications facilities
- Proven record of 150% company growth over three years
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative architectural solutions for complex projects requiring technical precision. Our services cover concept development through construction documentation, focusing on functionality and aesthetic value. Clients benefit from our century-spanning expertise in designing spaces that meet evolving industry demands while maintaining timeless appeal.
Healthcare Planning
Specialized design services for healthcare environments including hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and medical office buildings. We create healing spaces that balance operational efficiency with patient comfort. Our 65+ years of experience ensures compliance with stringent healthcare regulations while optimizing workflow for medical staff.
Mission Critical Facilities
Design of facilities requiring uninterrupted operation including data centers and emergency response centers. We implement redundant systems and security-focused layouts to maintain continuous functionality. Our technical expertise ensures these spaces meet rigorous performance standards while supporting long-term scalability for clients.
Telecom Infrastructure
Architecture for telecommunications facilities requiring absolute reliability. We design spaces that accommodate sensitive equipment while ensuring optimal environmental controls. Our solutions address both current operational needs and future expansion requirements for companies managing critical data infrastructure.
Master Planning
Comprehensive planning services for large-scale developments including campus layouts and urban renewal projects. We create cohesive visions that balance growth potential with practical implementation. Our approach considers long-term adaptability while maintaining architectural harmony across multiple building phases.
People
Bob Ard
Team Member
Experienced architectural professional with a focus on delivering technically sophisticated design solutions. Committed to maintaining Howell Rusk Dodson Architects's legacy of excellence through innovative problem-solving and client collaboration.
Oren Rusk
Team Member
Dedicated architect specializing in complex healthcare facility design. Brings technical expertise and creative vision to every project, ensuring spaces that meet both functional requirements and aesthetic standards.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on healthcare facilities, telecommunications infrastructure, and mission-critical buildings. Our expertise also extends to medical office buildings, parking decks, and large-scale campus developments.
How long have you been in business?
Our firm has operated continuously since 1909, providing architectural services for over 115 years with a consistent commitment to design excellence and client satisfaction.
What makes your firm different?
Our partner-led approach ensures consistent team involvement throughout each project. We combine century-spanning experience with modern innovation, maintaining direct client communication from initial concept to final construction.
Do you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we specialize in complex, technically demanding projects including hospital systems, data centers, and multi-phase developments. Our team has completed 2000+ projects including 38 Georgia hospitals and 45 emergency departments.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Atlanta, our services extend nationwide. We maintain deep local knowledge while delivering solutions for clients across various regions through our established professional networks.
