Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Bismarck, ND
Founded in 1976, Jiran Architects & Planners has established itself as a leader in architectural design across Western North Dakota. Under the leadership of Jeff Welch, AIA, who has overseen the firm since 2004, we deliver comprehensive architectural and engineering services with a focus on healthcare and educational facilities. Our approach emphasizes pre-project planning, ensuring measurable objectives in scope, schedule, and budget are met through rigorous communication, monitoring, and quality control. We take pride in our fixed-fee structure, offering clients predictable costs for full architectural and engineering services from concept to completion. With decades of experience designing diverse projectsincluding hospitals, schools, banks, and religious buildingswe prioritize collaboration to align each design with the unique needs of our clients.Our team personally manages every project phase, from initial planning to construction oversight, ensuring compliance with design standards and client expectations. Serving both public and private sectors, we bring technical expertise and local insight to every assignment. Our commitment to transparency, adaptability, and results-driven design has earned us long-standing relationships with institutions like CHI St. Alexius Health and Turtle Mountain Community College. By integrating lessons learned from past projects, we continuously refine our processes to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions. Whether modernizing healthcare infrastructure or shaping educational environments, we strive to create functional, enduring spaces that serve communities for generations.
Services
Healthcare Design
Educational Facilities
Commercial Buildings
Religious Projects
Fixed-Fee Architecture
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer a fixed-fee structure for predictable project costs.
- Our firm has specialized in healthcare and educational design since 1976.
- Jeff Welch, AIA, personally oversees every project from start to finish.
- We emphasize pre-project planning to align designs with client objectives.
- Decades of experience with institutions like CHI St. Alexius Health and Turtle Mountain Community College.
What people say
Design expertise
Personal involvement
Fixed-fee clarity
Longstanding reputation
Quality control
Services
Healthcare Design
We specialize in designing hospitals, clinics, and assisted living facilities with a focus on functionality and compliance. Our team ensures spaces meet strict healthcare standards while prioritizing patient comfort and staff efficiency. With decades of experience, we deliver solutions that adapt to evolving medical needs.
Educational Facilities
Our expertise includes K-12 schools, colleges, and vocational centers. We create environments that enhance learning through thoughtful layouts, safety features, and sustainable materials. From campus master plans to classroom additions, we collaborate with educators to meet institutional goals and community needs.
Commercial Buildings
We design commercial spaces like banks, hotels, and office complexes that balance aesthetics with practicality. Our approach integrates client branding, workflow efficiency, and code compliance. Each project is tailored to reflect the owner's vision while maximizing usability and long-term value.
Religious Projects
We create sacred spaces that honor tradition while accommodating modern needs. Our designs for churches, community centers, and worship halls emphasize acoustics, accessibility, and spiritual ambiance. We work closely with congregations to ensure spaces foster connection and reflection.
Fixed-Fee Architecture
Our fixed-fee model covers all architectural and engineering services from planning to construction. This approach eliminates budget surprises, ensuring clients know costs upfront. We manage timelines and resources rigorously to deliver projects on schedule without compromising quality.
People
Jeff Welch
Owner, Architect
Jeff Welch, AIA, has led Jiran Architects & Planners since 2004. With over 35 years of experience, he personally oversees project design, specifications, and construction monitoring. His expertise spans healthcare, education, and commercial architecture, emphasizing client collaboration and fixed-fee transparency.
Questions
What types of projects does Jiran Architects & Planners specialize in?
We focus on healthcare facilities, educational institutions, commercial buildings, and religious projects, with expertise in fixed-fee architectural services.
How does Jiran Architects & Planners' fixed-fee structure work?
After defining the project scope, we provide a lump-sum fee covering all architectural and engineering services, ensuring no cost increases even if construction prices rise.
Do you work outside of North Dakota?
While based in Bismarck, our primary focus is Western North Dakota, where we have deep local knowledge and longstanding client relationships.
How involved is Jeff Welch in each project?
Jeff Welch personally designs every project, prepares specifications, and monitors construction progress to ensure alignment with design standards.
What sets Jiran Architects & Planners apart from other firms?
Our fixed-fee model, hands-on leadership, and decades of experience in healthcare and education design create predictable, client-focused outcomes.
