Business Details
31 Years
experience
Innovative Architectural Design Solutions for Future-Focused Spaces
Founded in 1995, DGA has established itself as a leader in science and technology facility design. Our team of 180+ professionals combines artistic vision with technical expertise to create spaces that advance human well-being through architecture, planning, and interior design. We specialize in technically complex facilities for science, healthcare, advanced technology, and academic sectors, delivering future-focused solutions tailored to client needs.Our collaborative approach integrates sustainability and wellness principles, with a proven track record in campus master planning, laboratory design, and mission-critical facilities. With four California offices, we serve private and public clients nationwide while maintaining a commitment to innovation, diversity, and industry leadership.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Campus Master Planning
Laboratory Planning
Sustainability Consulting
Healthcare Facility Design
Data Center Design
Academic Facility Design
Mission Critical Facilities
Advanced Technology Facilities
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in science and technology facility design
- Our team includes AIA and LEED certified professionals
- We offer 4 offices across California for local expertise
- Our services include campus master planning and cGMP facility integration
- We focus on sustainability and wellness in design
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- NCARB
Services
Architectural Design
DGA creates innovative architectural solutions for technically complex facilities. Our designs integrate artistic vision with engineering precision to meet specific client requirements while promoting sustainability and user well-being. We specialize in science, healthcare, and technology facilities that balance functionality with aesthetic excellence.
Campus Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans for educational and research campuses that support long-term growth and adaptability. Our approach combines spatial efficiency with future-ready infrastructure, ensuring optimal layouts for research buildings, laboratories, and collaborative spaces across academic and corporate environments.
Laboratory Planning
Our laboratory planning services focus on creating safe, efficient, and flexible research environments. We specialize in designing spaces that maximize scientific discovery opportunities while meeting strict regulatory requirements for various research disciplines including biopharmaceuticals, material science, and clinical diagnostics.
Sustainability Consulting
DGA integrates sustainability principles throughout the design process using frameworks like LEED, WELL, and Living Building Challenge. We help clients achieve environmental performance goals through energy-efficient systems, material selection, and biophilic design elements that enhance occupant wellness.
Healthcare Facility Design
We create patient-centered healthcare environments that prioritize safety, comfort, and operational efficiency. Our designs for hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies incorporate evidence-based design principles to improve patient outcomes while supporting caregivers' needs through thoughtful spatial planning and technology integration.
People
Melinda Lau
Managing Principal
AIA-certified architect with extensive experience in technical facility design, Melinda leads DGA's Mountain View office, focusing on delivering innovative solutions for complex science and technology projects.
Trey B. Post
Managing Principal
As AIA-certified San Diego office leader, Trey specializes in integrating advanced design principles with practical construction solutions for life science and healthcare facilities across Southern California.
David McAdams
Managing Principal
LEED AP-certified architect David leads DGA's San Francisco office, focusing on sustainable design solutions for technology and mission-critical facilities in the Bay Area.
Paul Woehl
Managing Principal
NCARB-registered architect Paul oversees Sacramento operations, applying his expertise in regulatory compliance and technical design to public sector projects across California.
Questions
What services does DGA specialize in?
DGA specializes in architectural design, interior design, campus master planning, laboratory planning, and sustainability consulting for science, technology, healthcare, and academic facilities.
What industries does DGA serve?
We serve science, healthcare, advanced technology, academic, and mission-critical industries with specialized facility design solutions tailored to each sector's unique requirements.
How long has DGA been in business?
DGA has been providing architectural and design services since its founding in 1995, with over 25 years of experience in technically complex facility design.
Where is DGA located?
DGA has four California offices in Mountain View, San Diego, San Francisco, and Sacramento, serving clients throughout the state and beyond.
What makes DGA different from other design firms?
DGA combines technical expertise in complex facilities with a human-centered design approach, integrating sustainability and wellness principles while maintaining a strong focus on client-specific requirements.
Does DGA offer sustainability-focused design?
Yes, we incorporate sustainability principles using frameworks like LEED, WELL, and Living Building Challenge, working with clients to achieve environmental performance goals through innovative design solutions.
