Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner in Marietta, Georgia
Human Element Architects is a full-service architectural firm founded in 2008, dedicated to placing clients at the center of every project. With a focus on client collaboration, innovation, and meticulous attention to detail, we deliver customized architectural solutions across diverse sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, and government projects. Our team combines creative vision with technical expertise, ensuring each project meets functional, aesthetic, and regulatory requirements. Established in Marietta, Georgia, we bring over 25 years of architectural experience, specializing in radiation oncology design and completing over 45 cancer center projects. Our approach emphasizes listening to client needs, translating them into designs that exceed expectations while maintaining compliance with ADA accessibility standards and building codes.We provide comprehensive services from initial consultation to construction administration, including feasibility studies, master planning, and 3D renderings. Our global reach spans 25 U.S. states and international locations, reflecting our commitment to architectural excellence. Principal involvement in every project ensures quality assurance, cost-effective solutions, and adherence to timelines. Clients consistently recognize our dedication to collaboration, technical proficiency, and the ability to transform visions into impactful, sustainable spaces.
Services
Architectural Design
ADA Accessibility Reports
As-Built Documentation
Construction Administration
Feasibility Studies
Interior Design
Laboratory Planning
Master Planning
3D Renderings
Space Planning
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of architectural expertise with a focus on client collaboration.
- Our team specializes in radiation oncology design and complex technical projects.
- We provide principal-led involvement for quality assurance on every project.
- Our global reach spans 25+ U.S. states and international locations.
- We prioritize ADA compliance and sustainable, innovative design solutions.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects
- NCARB
What people say
Incredible partner
Commitment to excellence
Collaborative approach
Technical proficiency
Transform visions into reality
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design for healthcare, education, commercial, and government projects. Our approach combines creativity with technical expertise to deliver functional, sustainable spaces. Clients benefit from tailored solutions that align with their vision and regulatory requirements.
ADA Accessibility Reports
Our ADA reports ensure compliance with accessibility standards during design and construction. We evaluate spaces to support over 54 million Americans with disabilities, offering guidance for inclusive environments through space planning and regulatory adherence.
Construction Administration
We manage construction phases to maintain timelines and budgets, addressing adjustments promptly. Our hands-on expertise ensures adherence to plans, minimizing delays and ensuring seamless execution from design to completion.
Laboratory Planning
We optimize laboratory spaces for adaptability and efficiency, considering academic and research needs. Our planning ensures functional layouts that support staff workflows and evolving technological requirements in specialized environments.
Feasibility Studies
Our feasibility studies assess site suitability and regulatory compliance, preventing costly surprises. We analyze zoning, building codes, and conceptual designs to validate project viability before development begins.
People
David Human
Architect
David Human is a registered architect with over 25 years of experience, specializing in radiation oncology design. He founded Human Element Architects in 2008 after serving as Vice President at an Atlanta firm, focusing on complex healthcare and laboratory projects.
Tracy Donovan
General Contractor
Tracy Donovan has over 20 years of construction experience, specializing in radiation shielding. She co-leads design/build projects with David Human, managing all aspects of construction for healthcare facilities across the U.S. and internationally.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare, education, commercial, and government projects, with expertise in radiation oncology design, laboratory planning, and ADA-compliant spaces.
How long has your firm been in operation?
Human Element Architects was founded in 2008 and has over 25 years of combined experience in complex architectural projects.
Do you work on international projects?
Yes, we have completed projects in 25+ U.S. states and countries including Puerto Rico, Ethiopia, and Thailand.
What sets your firm apart from others?
We prioritize client collaboration, principal-led involvement, and technical expertise in specialized sectors like radiation oncology and laboratory design.
How do you ensure project compliance and quality?
We conduct feasibility studies, ADA accessibility reports, and provide construction administration to ensure compliance, quality, and adherence to timelines.
