Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Solutions for Diverse Markets
BHDP Architecture is an award-winning international architectural firm recognized for innovative and inspiring solutions in architecture, planning, interior design, experiential graphic design, project management, and strategic consulting. With a focus on integrated design, BHDP Architecture serves diverse markets including Workplace, Higher Education, Industrial, Healthcare, Government, and Retail. The firm employs an iterative design process to deeply understand client needs, aligning strategic goals with technical expertise to create adaptable, forward-thinking environments.BHDP Architectures cross-disciplinary approach bridges corporate strategy and user experience, delivering spaces that foster collaboration, innovation, and long-term success. With offices in Cincinnati and Columbus, OH, and Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, BHDP Architecture combines 80+ years of expertise with a commitment to client-centric design.
Services
Workplace Design
Higher Education Design
Industrial Facility Design
Healthcare Facility Design
Federal Building Design
Research Facility Planning
Campus Master Planning
Interior Design
Experiential Graphic Design
Strategic Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1937
Highlights and features
- We offer over 80 years of expertise in industrial and manufacturing facility design.
- Our iterative design process aligns with strategic business objectives.
- We deliver measurable productivity improvements through efficient facility planning.
- Our cross-disciplinary teams combine technical acumen with client-focused collaboration.
- We prioritize future-ready designs that adapt to evolving industry demands.
What people say
Understood our story
Cohesive and purposeful design
Seamlessly merges luxury
Supports strategic goals
Delivers future-ready spaces
Services
Workplace Design
BHDP Architecture creates adaptable workplace environments that align with organizational culture and strategic goals. Our designs foster collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being through flexible layouts and brand-integrated spaces. We prioritize hybrid work models, technology integration, and spaces that reflect evolving workforce needs while optimizing operational efficiency.
Higher Education Design
We design educational facilities that enhance student success and institutional growth. Our expertise includes academic buildings, research labs, student housing, and campus master plans. BHDP Architecture focuses on creating dynamic learning environments that support pedagogical innovation, community engagement, and long-term institutional objectives through student-centered, future-ready designs.
Industrial Facility Design
BHDP Architecture delivers high-performance industrial facilities optimized for productivity and scalability. Our services include capacity planning, process-driven layouts, and worker-centric environments. We specialize in automotive, pharmaceutical, and advanced manufacturing sectors, integrating ergonomic design, automation readiness, and sustainable practices to future-proof industrial operations.
Healthcare Facility Design
We create healing environments that improve patient outcomes and staff efficiency. Our healthcare design expertise spans hospitals, research labs, and ambulatory centers. BHDP Architecture prioritizes evidence-based design, clinical workflow optimization, and technology integration to support evolving care models while enhancing patient comfort and caregiver effectiveness in modern medical facilities.
Research Facility Planning
BHDP Architecture designs cutting-edge research environments for pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic institutions. Our lab planning focuses on flexibility, safety, and collaboration. We incorporate modular infrastructure, advanced equipment integration, and adaptable spaces to support scientific discovery and innovation in facilities ranging from university labs to corporate R&D centers.
People
Drew Suszko
Workplace Market Leader
With extensive experience in corporate office design, Drew leads BHDP Architecture's Workplace team in creating strategic environments that align with client business objectives and foster organizational culture.
Paul Orban
Higher Education Market Leader
Paul directs BHDP Architecture's Higher Education practice, leveraging decades of experience in campus master planning and academic facility design to support institutional growth and student success.
Michael Verdier
Industrial Market Leader
Michael oversees BHDP Architecture's Industrial design practice, specializing in manufacturing facilities with a focus on operational efficiency, workforce well-being, and future-ready infrastructure solutions.
Larry DiGennaro
Client Leader
Larry leads BHDP Architecture's Discovery & Science projects, bringing expertise in laboratory design and research facility planning to support clients in pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic sectors.
Bryan Ruby
Senior Architect
Bryan specializes in healthcare architecture, focusing on patient-centered design and clinical workflow optimization to create environments that enhance care delivery and operational efficiency.
Questions
What industries does BHDP specialize in?
BHDP specializes in Workplace, Higher Education, Industrial, Healthcare, Government, and Retail sectors.
How does BHDP approach client collaboration?
BHDP uses an iterative design process to deeply understand client needs and align strategic objectives.
What regions does BHDP serve?
BHDP operates from offices in Cincinnati and Columbus, OH, and Charlotte and Raleigh, NC.
What sets BHDP apart from other firms?
BHDP combines 80+ years of expertise with cross-disciplinary innovation and a people-first design philosophy.
Does BHDP handle large-scale projects?
Yes, BHDP has completed projects in over 25 countries, including advanced manufacturing facilities and campus master plans.