Value by Design. Collaborative by Nature.

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Thoughtful design begins with listening. We shape purposeful spaces that work today and adapt tomorrow.

Campus Planning

Architecture

Interior Design

Structural Engineering

Water Supply and Drainage Engineering

Electrical Engineering

HVAC

Fire Alarm and Fire Fighting

Wastewater Treatment

Campus Planning

Architecture

Interior Design

Structural Engineering

Water Supply and Drainage Engineering

Electrical Engineering

HVAC

Fire Alarm and Fire Fighting

Wastewater Treatment

Our Approach.

We believe good design begins with collaboration. By working closely with architects, engineers, planners and designers, we create spaces that respond to people, respect context and hold long-term value.

Collaborative Design

Our process is built on open conversations and shared thinking. From start to finish, we work with you to shape spaces that are clear, connected and built to perform.

Sustainable Design

We design with the future in mind. We focus on material efficiency, energy performance and design choices that support long-term environmental well-being.

Responsible Design

We design with intent and discipline. That means understanding needs clearly, staying aligned with time and cost goals and delivering spaces that function with precision and purpose.

People-Centric Design

Design should work for the people who use it. We consider the culture, setting and everyday experiences of those who live, work and move through the space.

About Us.

We start by listening. Every project begins with understanding your goals, context and challenges. That clarity guides our process and helps us design spaces that are practical, purposeful and built for long-term value.

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Design Collaborative is a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, planners and designers working as one. We create spaces that serve people and purpose by balancing innovation with realism, design with delivery and creativity with care.

Since 2009, we’ve helped shape healthcare, education and hospitality environments through an integrated process rooted in empathy, performance and environmental responsibility.

100 %

Happy Clients

75 %

Healthcare Projects Completed

4 M+ sq. ft.

Designed & Delivered

GLOBAL PRACTICE

Building The Future Cities.

Design Services Renovation Turnkey Commercial Remodeling

Our practice is Designing Complete EnvironmentsTM—exceptional buildings, communities and places—in special situations, where a unique historic or natural environment requires an especially thoughtful and innovative solution.

Nothing is better than our architectural services

The Better Way To Start The Architecture

Creating Architectural Masterpieces, Not Just Buildings

Good architecture is like a good therapy session, a good marriage, a good poem – gently and almost invisibly allowing you to be you, as flawed and as beautiful as you are.

We are a locally owned and operated company

Our technicians are the best in the Greensboro market

We’re on the job, ready to serve, 24/7

We’re a Small Team, but We Stand Out from the Crowd. Our commitment is to develop a long-lasting relationship with all of our clients, by providing a ful set of robust drawings.

Flair for both schematic and concept design reflecting client vision

We have over 25 years in business serving the community

It all begins with an idea, our design studio facilities

What We Do.

We offer integrated architecture, engineering and planning services tailored to healthcare, education and hospitality. From early strategy to final delivery, our work combines creative thinking with practical insight to create spaces that are functional, buildable and aligned with real-world needs.

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What We Do.

We offer integrated architecture, engineering, and planning services tailored to healthcare, education, and hospitality. From early strategy to final delivery, our work combines creative thinking with practical insight to create spaces that are functional, buildable, and aligned with real-world needs.

Wastewater Treatment

Eco-conscious infrastructure to treat and manage water responsibly.

Fire Alarm & Fire Fighting Systems

Critical safety systems designed with compliance, coordination, and care.

HVAC

Climate control solutions that balance comfort with energy efficiency.

Electrical, Communication & BMS

Smart electrical and building systems that ensure control, safety, and connectivity.

Architecture & Interior Design

Spaces designed with intent — where function, flow, and feeling align.

Acoustic Treatment & Sound Reinforcement

Environments engineered for clarity, comfort, and controlled sound experiences.

Graphics & Product Design

Visual systems and objects that communicate, guide, and enhance user interaction.

Civil & Structural Engineering

Robust frameworks that bring design vision to life with safety and stability.

Water Supply & Drainage Engineering

Efficient, sustainable systems planned for reliability and future-readiness.

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Architectural Vision

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What Sets Us Apart.

At Design Collaborative, what sets us apart is how we bring teams together to deliver results that last. Our in-house experts stay involved from concept through completion, ensuring clear coordination and smooth execution. With deep knowledge in healthcare, education and hospitality, we align every project with real needs, operational goals and long-term value.

We combine creativity with discipline and design with care to deliver spaces that perform with purpose.

Deep knowledge in healthcare, education and hospitality allows us to design with purpose and precision.

Sector Expertise

Our briefing methods connect design with business and operational goals, making outcomes more effective.

Structured Design Process

We stay engaged from concept to commissioning, aligning every step with project goals and operations.

End-to-End Involvement

We engineer for value without compromising quality, performance, or long-term impact.

Cost-Conscious Thinking

A Synergy of Design, Engineering and Purpose.

We work at the intersection of architecture, interiors and engineering to create spaces that are clear in intent and strong in execution. Every detail is considered, every system is coordinated and every outcome is aligned with performance, purpose and people.

Architecture

92%

Interior Design

84%

MEP & Structural Integration

89%

Our Process.

Every project is a shared journey. We work alongside clients and consultants from the first conversation to the final handover. Our process brings structure, clarity and purpose to every step, ensuring each space performs for the people it’s built for.

Step 01 – Discover

We begin by listening. This phase focuses on understanding the needs, goals and context of the project.

Step 02 – Define

We align on the vision, set priorities and map out the project’s direction, scope and strategy.

Step 03 – Design

Our teams co-create solutions that are thoughtful, functional and suited to the purpose and setting.

Step 04 – Develop

We prepare detailed technical drawings and documentation, coordinating across disciplines to support execution with clarity and accuracy.

Step 05 – Deliver

We support the construction process and oversee handover to ensure the final outcome reflects the intent and is ready for use.

Step 06 – Support

Even after handover, we continue to support performance, user experience and future readiness.

Designing Across Domains.

We’ve had the privilege of designing for diverse sectors — from hospitals and universities to convention centers and places of worship.

Our strength lies in understanding each sector’s unique needs and responding with design that is functional, contextual and timeless.

Healthcare

Designed for wellness, ergonomics and operational excellence

Education

Scalable spaces built for accessibility, inclusion and growth

Hospitality

Creating immersive, brand-aligned guest experiences

Meet the Principal Architect

Empathy is at the core of how we design. Israel Gnanaraj, our founding director, has been a pioneer in healthcare architecture for over 40 years. His journey began in 1986 with a 100-bed hospital for Vizag Steel Plant and has since evolved into a legacy of designing large-scale, people-focused spaces across India and beyond.

With every project, he brings clarity, compassion and a deep understanding of how design can improve lives and communities.

Client’s Saying…

They were brought on board during the early planning phase of our hospital expansion. What helped most was how well their engineering and design teams coordinated with our internal teams. The whole project felt more manageable because of that structure.

Dr. Nikhil Rao

Hyderabad

We needed a design partner who could keep pace with multiple contractors across two education campuses. They not only managed the complexity well but made sure we were never unclear about what was happening next.

Shruti Mehta

Bengaluru

This was our first time working with an integrated firm for both architecture and engineering. It made a noticeable difference in timelines and overall clarity. We didn’t have to go back and forth across vendors. It just worked better.

Kavita Rajan

Chennai

We had a tight window to get a daycare and learning facility up and running. Their team was responsive without rushing things and the final outcome matched what we had planned, both in terms of usage and maintenance ease.