Genzer WHLC Architects

Our number one job is to listen to and serve the needs of our clients. Founded in 1977, WHLC has impacted communities across the Gulf South through our signature, award-winning architectural programming, planning, and design. We are just as passionate about how a project works as we are about the way it looks, recognizing that our goal is to create aesthetically pleasing spaces that also meet our client's functional and financial goals. We also recognize that change is rapid-our comprehensive design solutions are high-quality, flexible, and developed to adapt well into the next 40 years.

Our Projects

Our projects don't all look the same because they're not about us. Each one represents a vision for a better built environment tailored to the needs of people, borne out of conversations between WHLC and our clients. From hospitals to clinics, wellness centers, research and education facilities, we deliver state-of-the-art design services across all market sectors. We craft compelling strategic visions that address both current needs and long-term growth and serve as effective catalysts for sustainable growth patterns.

Our diverse portfolio includes the following projects: North Oaks Health, Clinical Office Building II; Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Patient Tower Expansion; Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, Cancer Institute; Baton Rouge General, Ascension Neighborhood Hospital; Biscayne Beach Residences; Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport, Viking Drive; Primary Care Collaborative; River Center Branch Library, among others. Each project showcases our commitment to creating spaces that serve the needs of the community while being aesthetically pleasing.

Our People

People make the place, and our people make WHLC what it is. We are a diverse collective of architects, interior designers, planners, administrators, life-long learners, and collaborators. Our team consists of individuals who are passionate about creating spaces that serve the needs of the community. We believe that the best projects are those that are a result of effective collaboration between our team and our clients.

Our Expertise

Buildings are intricate orchestrations of program, planning, location, structure, systems, technology, operations, flow, occupancy, experience, regulations, aesthetics, and environment. No matter what the composition of your project, our experts can help direct it all. Our expertise spans across multiple sectors including Healthcare, Planning, Multifamily Residential, Science, and Education. Whether you are looking to design a new hospital, plan a community, or build a multifamily residence, we have the expertise to guide you through the process.