Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Architects for Government & Justice Facilities
Established in 1994, DRG Architects brings decades of specialized expertise in creating functional, future-ready designs for institutional, educational, and commercial structures. Our firm builds on a legacy of architectural excellence dating back to 1962 through the combined experience of our principals, who have collaborated since 1986 to develop innovative solutions for complex projects. With deep knowledge of criminal justice architecture and a client-centric approach, we deliver precision-driven designs that align with evolving technological and operational demands.Our team's hands-on experience in facility planning, construction administration, and operational efficiency ensures every project meets the unique long-term goals of our clients. We maintain industry leadership through strategic integration of sustainable practices, proven construction methodologies, and comprehensive consultation services tailored to government and public sector needs.
Services
Facility Design
Construction Administration
Master Planning
Security Consultation
ADA Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in criminal justice architecture
- Our team has completed over 100 detention facility projects nationwide
- We provide strategic planning with proven construction methodologies
- Our principals maintain active involvement in all project phases
- We combine sustainable practices with operational efficiency expertise
Services
Facility Design
Our facility design services encompass new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects tailored to institutional and government needs. We specialize in creating functional spaces that balance operational efficiency with long-term durability. Our approach integrates sustainable building practices while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory requirements.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans that address current needs while anticipating future requirements for public facilities. Our planning process incorporates site analysis, budgeting strategies, and phased implementation approaches to ensure optimal resource allocation and facility longevity across multiple project cycles.
Security Consultation
Our security consultation services focus on creating safe, efficient environments through specialized design solutions. We analyze operational workflows to implement effective security systems integration, detention facility layouts, and emergency response protocols tailored to each client's unique requirements.
Construction Administration
We provide comprehensive construction administration services that ensure project execution aligns with design specifications. Our team manages bidding processes, contract administration, and on-site quality control to maintain budget integrity and construction standards throughout the building lifecycle.
ADA Compliance
Our ADA compliance services ensure facilities meet federal accessibility standards through thoughtful space planning and barrier-free design. We incorporate universal design principles while maintaining functional requirements for public buildings, creating inclusive environments that serve diverse populations.
People
Wayne Gondeck
Principal Architect
With 38 years of experience in municipal facility design, Wayne specializes in detention center planning and government building projects. His expertise includes operational analysis and facility efficiency optimization for public sector clients across multiple states.
Perry Rabke
Principal Architect
Perry brings 34 years of architectural experience with specialization in law enforcement facilities and public infrastructure projects. He has managed over 25 county jail projects, focusing on complex construction administration and facility modernization initiatives.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in institutional, educational, and criminal justice facility design with expertise in detention centers, government buildings, and public infrastructure projects.
How long have you been in business?
Our principals have collaborated since 1986 with formal partnership established in 1994, building on architectural practice dating back to 1962.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We provide services throughout the United States and internationally for government agencies and public sector clients.
What project types have you completed?
Our portfolio includes over 100 detention facilities, courthouses, law enforcement centers, and public administration buildings across multiple states.
How do you approach facility planning?
We combine operational analysis, sustainable design principles, and phased implementation strategies to create functional spaces that meet long-term client needs.
