Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Architectural & Interior Design Services in Macon, GA
Dunwody/Beeland Architects, Inc. is among the oldest architectural firms in Georgia, founded in 1915 by W. Elliott Dunwody, Jr. The firm has evolved into a multi-disciplinary practice perpetuated by Mr. Dunwody's direct heirs and other professionals, incorporated as a C corporation since 1968. Initially focused on residential, small commercial, and religious projects, the firm now designs diverse structures ranging from small offices to large complexes on multi-acre sites. The team specializes in historic, educational, medical, and industrial sectors, with over 100 years of cumulative experience in historic building rehabilitation. The firm's six-member team includes two registered architects and a registered interior designer, ensuring expertise across all phases of design and construction.Their work adheres to the highest standards of historic preservation while integrating modern technology and sustainability. Projects include LEED-certified buildings, adaptive reuse of historic structures, and new constructions that harmonize with historic contexts. The firm's leadership has received industry recognition, including the AIA Bronze Medal for historic restoration. Their portfolio spans K-12 schools, higher education facilities, medical centers, and cultural landmarks, reflecting a commitment to community revitalization and architectural excellence. With decades of experience in National Historic Districts, the firm balances preservation with functional modernization to meet contemporary needs.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Historic Preservation
Feasibility Studies
LEED Certification
Space Planning
Construction Documents
Project Management
CAD Drawings
3D Renderings
Details
- Year established: 1915
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of cumulative experience in historic building rehabilitation.
- Our team includes registered architects and interior designers with expertise in LEED-certified projects.
- We specialize in adaptive reuse of historic structures within National Historic Districts.
- Our portfolio includes award-winning educational and medical facility designs.
- We maintain AIA and NCARB-certified professionals on staff.
Services
Historic Preservation Services
Our firm specializes in preserving, rehabilitating, restoring, and reconstructing historic buildings while maintaining their original character. We assist clients with compliance to local historic regulations and tax incentive programs. Our expertise includes adapting historic structures for modern use while meeting ADA and life safety standards.
Architectural Design
We provide full-spectrum architectural design services for new constructions and renovations across educational, medical, and industrial sectors. Our process includes planning, schematic design, construction documentation, and administration. Projects range from small offices to large multi-acre complexes with a focus on functional modernization.
Interior Design
Our interior design services combine aesthetic appeal with practical functionality for commercial, medical, and educational spaces. We offer space planning, finish selections, and lighting design while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. Projects include LEED-certified interiors and historic building adaptations.
Feasibility Studies
We conduct comprehensive feasibility studies to evaluate the practicality and economic viability of historic preservation and new construction projects. Our analysis includes site assessments, code compliance reviews, and cost-benefit evaluations to guide informed decision-making for adaptive reuse and development initiatives.
LEED Certification Consulting
Our team integrates sustainable design principles to achieve LEED certification for educational and medical facilities. We provide energy-efficient solutions, material selection guidance, and system design to meet green building standards while maintaining architectural integrity in historic contexts.
People
Eugene Cox Dunwody, Jr.
Lead Designer
Graduated from Georgia Tech with a B.S. in Architecture, AIA member, and recipient of the AIA Bronze Medal for historic restoration. Leads design for educational projects and serves on the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce.
Robert Clinton Beeland
Head of Design
Registered architect with NCARB certification, joined the firm in 1963. Specializes in historic preservation and serves on the Georgia Historical Society. Past President of the Middle Georgia AIA chapter.
Arielle Schlesinger
Interior Designer
Registered Interior Designer in Georgia with ASID and NCIDQ certifications. Specializes in higher education and medical spaces. Graduated from the University of Alabama and New York School of Interior Design.
J Clifton Fordham
Architect
AIA Allied Member with drafting and design expertise. Graduated from Valdosta Technical Institute, joined the firm in 2001. Specializes in construction documentation for major projects across multiple sectors.
Gary W Smith
Architect
AIA Allied Member with a B.S. in Architectural Engineering. Specializes in construction detailing and government building projects. Joined the firm in 2003 after experience with Tibble & Richardson.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in architectural design, historic preservation, interior design, feasibility studies, and LEED certification consulting for educational, medical, and industrial projects.
Do you have experience with historic building restoration?
Yes, our firm has over 100 years of cumulative experience in historic preservation, including rehabilitation, restoration, and tax credit submissions for National Historic Districts.
Are your projects LEED-certified?
Yes, we have completed LEED Gold and Silver-certified projects, including the Mercer University Admissions Office and Macon-Bibb County facilities.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Macon, Athens, and Milledgeville, Georgia, with projects across educational, medical, and historic sectors throughout the state.
How do you handle adaptive reuse projects?
We balance historic preservation with modern functionality, meeting ADA standards while maintaining original architectural character through careful planning and code compliance.
What makes your firm unique?
Our combination of historic preservation expertise, LEED-certified design, and multi-generational leadership with AIA and NCARB professionals sets us apart in Georgia's architectural community.
