Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architecture Partner in Raleigh
Planworx Architecture, PA is a full-service architecture firm dedicated to delivering strategic, innovative design solutions. With over 29 years of experience, we specialize in multi-family, student housing, neighborhood planning, mixed-use developments, and light commercial projects. Our team prioritizes community impact, offering pro bono design services and encouraging employee-led local engagement. Licensed in 12 states, we combine technical expertise with creative problem-solving to meet client needs across diverse market sectors.Our holistic approach balances aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability in every project. From conceptual design to construction administration, we maintain rigorous quality standards while fostering a collaborative work environment. Our commitment to excellence extends to both professional deliverables and community stewardship, ensuring lasting value for clients and neighborhoods alike.
Services
Architectural Design
Land Planning
Consultant Resources
Contract Administration
Construction Observation
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 29+ years of architectural experience across 12 licensed states
- Our team includes licensed architects with expertise in diverse market sectors
- We maintain rigorous QA/QC standards for construction documentation and administration
- Our holistic design approach balances aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability
- We prioritize community impact through pro bono design and employee engagement
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design team creates innovative solutions for multi-family, student housing, and commercial developments. We focus on balancing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability throughout the design process. With expertise in schematic design, construction documentation, and 3D modeling, we deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs while adhering to regional regulations and building codes.
Land Planning
We provide comprehensive land planning services including due diligence studies, master planning, and zoning representation. Our approach considers site-specific challenges while optimizing land use for residential and mixed-use developments. Our team ensures regulatory compliance and creates walkable, sustainable communities that enhance local environments.
Contract Administration
Our contract administration services include construction observation, document coordination, and HUD liaison support. We ensure projects meet design specifications through rigorous quality control processes. Our team manages AIA documents and provides technical support during construction, maintaining communication between stakeholders to guarantee successful project delivery.
People
Marc Mills
President & Architect Principal
With 12 state architectural licenses, Marc leads Planworx Architecture, PA's strategic vision. He has directed projects across 15+ states since co-founding the firm in 1994, combining technical expertise in structural design with leadership that fosters professional growth.
Dan R. Schmidt
Managing Principal
Dan brings 20+ years of architectural experience across education, healthcare, and corporate sectors. He focuses on holistic design and mentorship, managing business operations while ensuring design solutions balance aesthetics and functionality for end users.
Joe Illuzzi
Director of Construction Administration
Joe oversees construction administration for multi-family and mixed-use projects. With 25+ years of experience managing high-rise developments, he leads QA/QC initiatives and develops project standards to maintain quality across all deliverables.
Lauren Keegan
Director of Marketing & Wellness
Lauren directs marketing strategy with 15 years of media and medical industry experience. She manages brand development while promoting workplace wellness initiatives, combining creative marketing approaches with her background in broadcast media and communications.
Brian Boehme
Director of Human Resources & Accounting
Brian manages HR and accounting operations with a focus on employee well-being. A former educator, he ensures financial compliance and administers HR policies to support Planworx Architecture, PA's team of 20+ professionals while maintaining office operational efficiency.
Questions
What architectural services does Planworx Architecture, PA offer?
We provide full-service architecture including multi-family design, land planning, construction documentation, and contract administration for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
In which states are your architects licensed?
Our architects hold licenses in 12 states with additional certifications in 8 other states, enabling regional expertise across diverse geographic markets.
How does Planworx Architecture, PA approach community involvement?
We prioritize community impact through pro bono design services for charitable organizations and paid volunteer days for employees to engage in local initiatives.
What project types do you specialize in?
We focus on multi-family housing, student residences, mixed-use developments, light commercial buildings, and neighborhood planning projects with 29+ years of experience.
How do you ensure project quality control?
Our QA/QC process includes standardized documentation, construction observation, and dedicated directors overseeing technical accuracy throughout all project phases.
