Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Architecture and Engineering Solutions in New Orleans
WDG | Architects Engineers has been delivering comprehensive architecture and engineering solutions since 1989. Our firm combines decades of industry expertise with a collaborative, client-focused approach to design. With 25 full-time professionals and licenses in 14 states, we serve clients across the Gulf South region and nationally. Our interdisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and designers works seamlessly to address complex project requirements while maintaining strict adherence to budgets and schedules. We prioritize proactive communication throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with client objectives. Our portfolio spans diverse markets including renewable energy facilities, healthcare institutions, and commercial developments.As a small yet highly capable firm, we offer personalized service while maintaining the technical rigor of larger practices. Our commitment to quality extends to code compliance, constructability analysis, and sustainable design principles. With over 200 projects completed annually, we consistently deliver innovative solutions that enhance client operations and community environments. Our dual offices in New Orleans and San Antonio enable strategic regional engagement while supporting national project delivery.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Interior Design
Design-Build
Renewable Facilities
Planning
LEED Consulting
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 34 years of continuous operation since 1989
- Licensed professionals in 14 states
- Interdisciplinary team of architects and engineers
- Proven track record with 200+ annual projects
- Specialized expertise in renewable energy facilities
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- NCARB
- LEED AP BD+C
- Professional Engineer (P.E.)
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine creative vision with technical precision to create functional, sustainable spaces. We specialize in commercial, institutional, and industrial projects, delivering designs that meet specific client needs while adhering to regulatory requirements. Our approach emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders throughout the design process to ensure optimal outcomes.
Engineering
Comprehensive engineering solutions covering structural, mechanical, and electrical systems for diverse building types. Our licensed engineers apply advanced technical knowledge to ensure safety, efficiency, and code compliance across projects ranging from healthcare facilities to renewable energy plants.
Renewable Facilities
Specialized design services for renewable energy infrastructure including solar farms, wind facilities, and biofuel plants. We address unique technical challenges while optimizing operational efficiency and environmental sustainability for clients in the growing clean energy sector.
Design-Build
Streamlined project delivery combining architecture and engineering under single responsibility. This approach reduces timelines and costs while maintaining quality control through coordinated design and construction phases managed by our multidisciplinary team.
Interior Design
Functional and aesthetically optimized interior environments tailored to client operations. Our designers focus on maximizing productivity and user experience while maintaining compliance with accessibility and safety standards across commercial and institutional spaces.
People
Kevin F. Moran
CEO, Principal Architect
Licensed architect with over 30 years of experience leading complex design projects. AIA and NCARB certified professional dedicated to delivering innovative architectural solutions that balance creativity with technical excellence.
Kent A. Poyser
Engineering Director
Principal Professional Engineer managing technical aspects of major infrastructure projects. Specializes in integrating mechanical and electrical systems for high-performance buildings across diverse market sectors.
Dustin M. Timmermann
Studio Director
AIA-certified architect leading San Antonio office operations. Focuses on sustainable design practices and LEED-certified projects while maintaining strong client relationships through transparent communication.
Lisa A. Pagano
Senior Project Architect
Experienced project leader with AIA and NCARB credentials managing large-scale developments. Specializes in coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects on schedule and within budget.
Zachary J. Carmello
Project Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer applying technical expertise to structural and systems design. Focuses on optimizing building performance while ensuring compliance with evolving industry standards and regulations.
Questions
What markets does WDG specialize in?
We serve commercial, institutional, healthcare, and renewable energy sectors with tailored design solutions.
Are you licensed in multiple states?
Our professionals hold licenses in 14 states across the Gulf Coast and nationwide.
Do you handle renewable energy projects?
Yes, we design solar farms, wind facilities, and biofuel plants with specialized engineering expertise.
How many projects do you complete annually?
Our team delivers over 200 projects each year across diverse market sectors.
What is your design-build approach?
We integrate architecture and engineering under single responsibility to streamline project delivery timelines.
Where are your offices located?
We operate from New Orleans, Louisiana and San Antonio, Texas with national project capabilities.
