Business Details
Award-Winning Architecture and Design Solutions in Jackson, MS
Dale Partners Architects, P.A. is an award-winning architecture, interior design, and planning firm serving clients nationwide. With over 40 years of experience, we specialize in hospitality, gaming, higher education, corporate, sports, justice, and master planning sectors. Our approach prioritizes client relationships, ensuring the same team remains engaged from initial programming through construction. Licensed in 31 states and Washington DC, we deliver design excellence through collaborative partnerships. Our work includes iconic projects like the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum and the GRAMMY Museum Mississippi.Recognized with nearly 100 design awards, we combine creative solutions with technical expertise to meet each client's unique vision. Our principals, including T. Doug Dale and Jeff Barnes, lead a team committed to long-term client success. We emphasize transparency, ethical standards, and community impact in every project. Our portfolio spans historic restoration, commercial developments, and mixed-use spaces that reflect local culture. By maintaining consistent communication and leveraging decades of industry knowledge, we ensure projects meet both functional and aesthetic goals.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Historic Restoration
Commercial Projects
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in architecture and design.
- Our firm is licensed in 31 states and Washington DC.
- We maintain client relationships from concept to construction.
- Award-winning team with nearly 100 design accolades.
- Consistent principal involvement ensures project continuity.
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services focus on creating functional, aesthetically compelling spaces tailored to client needs. With expertise in hospitality, education, and commercial sectors, we deliver innovative solutions that balance creativity with technical precision. Projects range from new constructions to adaptive reuse, emphasizing sustainability and community impact.
Interior Design
Interior design services prioritize user experience and brand identity through customized environments. We specialize in hospitality, gaming, and corporate interiors, integrating lighting, materials, and spatial flow to enhance functionality while reflecting client vision. Our work ensures cohesive design from concept to completion.
Planning
Comprehensive planning services address site analysis, zoning, and master planning for mixed-use and community developments. We create strategic layouts that optimize land use, circulation, and sustainability, ensuring projects align with long-term client goals and regulatory requirements.
Historic Restoration
Historic restoration preserves architectural heritage while integrating modern functionality. Our team meticulously researches original materials and methods to maintain authenticity, as seen in projects like the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum and Biloxi Lighthouse renovation, earning multiple preservation awards.
Commercial Projects
Commercial project services span office buildings, retail spaces, and headquarters tailored to business needs. We focus on maximizing efficiency, brand alignment, and occupant well-being through innovative layouts and material selections, supported by decades of experience in corporate environments.
People
T. Doug Dale
Founding Partner
With over 40 years of experience, T. Doug Dale leads Dale Partners Architects, emphasizing client relationships and design excellence. His expertise spans hospitality, gaming, and institutional projects, driving the firm's award-winning reputation through innovative solutions.
Jeff Barnes
Partner
Jeff Barnes, a licensed architect and interior designer, specializes in hospitality and commercial projects. With decades of experience, he ensures design integrity from concept to construction, contributing to the firm's recognition with numerous industry awards.
Leigh Jaunsen
Managing Partner
Leigh Jaunsen oversees project execution and client relations, bringing LEED accreditation and expertise in sustainable design. Her leadership ensures projects meet environmental standards while maintaining aesthetic and functional goals across diverse sectors.
Russ Blount
Partner
Russ Blount focuses on educational and civic projects, combining technical precision with creative problem-solving. His LEED-certified expertise ensures sustainable, community-focused designs that align with client missions and regulatory requirements.
Jason Agostinelli
Partner
Jason Agostinelli leads complex architectural projects, emphasizing collaboration and innovation. His work spans commercial and institutional sectors, ensuring designs balance functionality, aesthetics, and long-term client value through meticulous attention to detail.
Questions
What areas do Dale Partners Architects serve?
We operate nationwide with primary offices in Jackson and Biloxi, Mississippi, handling projects across diverse sectors including hospitality, education, and commercial developments.
How long has the firm been in business?
Dale Partners Architects has over 40 years of experience, established in 1980, with a proven track record of delivering award-winning architectural solutions.
What services does the firm offer?
We provide architecture, interior design, planning, historic restoration, and commercial project services, tailored to meet each client's unique needs and vision.
How does the firm maintain client relationships?
Our principals remain involved throughout every project phase, ensuring consistent communication, transparency, and alignment with client goals from initial concept to construction completion.
What awards has the firm received?
We have earned nearly 100 design awards, including recognitions from AIA Mississippi, Associated Builders and Contractors, and the Mississippi Heritage Trust for excellence in architecture and preservation.
