“Healthcare design is in our nature”

Center Design is a Dallas-based healthcare architecture firm serving clients nationwide. We specialize in the planning and design of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC), Medical Office Buildings (MOB), and outpatient healthcare facilities across the United States.

Founded on the belief that great healthcare design should support both clinical excellence and human experience, we partner with physicians, healthcare organizations, and developers to create spaces that improve patient care, enhance staff workflow, and deliver long-term operational value.

Our approach blends technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and thoughtful design to ensure every project is not only aesthetically compelling but also efficient, compliant, and adaptable to the evolving needs of modern healthcare. From early feasibility studies and programming to construction documentation and administration, we remain deeply involved throughout the entire project lifecycle.

At Center Design, collaboration is core to our process. We work closely with engineers, consultants, contractors, and owners to deliver facilities that perform in the real world while supporting the mission of the care providers who use them.

Based in Dallas, Texas, we proudly serve clients nationwide — helping shape the future of outpatient healthcare through smart, sustainable, and patient-centered design.

Our Mission

To design healthcare spaces that not only meet operational needs but also promote healing, dignity, and well-being for every person who enters your facility​.


Why Clients Choose Us

  • Healthcare-Focused Expertise
    Our team understands the unique codes, workflows, and operational demands of medical environments, allowing us to design spaces that function seamlessly from day one.

  • Client-Centered Process
    We listen first. Every project begins with a deep understanding of your goals, challenges, and vision.

  • Integrated Design Approach
    We work hand-in-hand with engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure design intent is maintained from concept through construction.


Culture

At Center Design, culture is more than a buzzword - it is the way we work every day. We believe great healthcare environments are born from collaboration, curiosity, and respect. Our team thrives on open dialogue, hands-on design exploration, shared commitment to creating spaces where patients, families and providers feel supported. We bring the same care to our workplace as we do to our projects: approachable, inclusive, and centered on people.

And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.
— Friedrich Nietzsche
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Client Feedback

  • “Center Design made the process clear and easy from day one. They listened closely, understood our operational needs, and turned feedback into meaningful updates fast. We felt confident in the direction at every step.”

    -Jerry Hu, MD, Texas Eye and Laser Center-

Insights

Sharing ideas and strategies to shape better healthcare spaces.

Behind the Approach

At center Design, we believe great healthcare spaces start with thoughtful leadership. This series explores the principles, insights, and design values that guide every project we take on.

Leadership

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  • PRINCIPAL

    Paul is a founding principal and primary design lead for Center Design, LLC.

    Paul brings a history of client engagement and project management in the architecture industry. He prides himself on thoughtful innovative design though contemporary techniques founded in long lasting, classic principles.  His continued focus on leading edge design and client advocacy has provided him opportunities on a broad array of project types, ranging from commercial office projects to the master planning of comprehensive hospital campuses.  Paul has years of experience in the entire process: schematic design, assembling and managing the project team, programming and planning, user collaboration, code compliance, project documentation, and construction administration. As a Center for Health Design certified Evidence Based Designer, Paul seeks the value in current and established research to inform design and, ultimately, promote health and wellness from project inception through building occupancy.


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  • SENIOR ARCHITECT

    Kyle is a Senior Architect and primary project architect for Center Design, LLC.

    Kyle has extensive experience in healthcare architecture and a strong portfolio spanning mixed-use, high-rise, civic, and educational projects. With over a decade in the industry, Kyle has earned a reputation for thoughtful, innovative design grounded in technical expertise, client collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in project delivery.

    Kyle’s work has been recognized through multiple project awards, as well as earning multiple Fellowships

    Throughout his career, Kyle has excelled in leading design teams, coordinating complex projects, and managing projects from concept to construction.


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