History

In 1994 Design Architects Plus, Inc. originated as FDW Associates, Inc. an Architectural, Engineering and Planning firm dedicated to quality architectural service. FDW Associates focused on providing innovative designs for educational and financial institutions. Over the years FDW Associates became well versed in many different building types from government projects to auto dealerships and commercial office designs.

In January of 2004, FDW Associates, Inc. changed its name to reflect the dynamics and diversity of the expanding company. Under the new name Design Architects Plus, Inc., the company kept the same goal to continue to provide exceptional service and quality projects. We remain committed to this goal and continue to pursue and maintain design excellence.

  • 1994 - FDW Associates Inc. was started.
  • 2004 - Name was changed to Design Architects Plus, Inc.
  • 2010 - Kahle Wilson, NCARB, AIA became sole owner
  • 2013 - New logo and website was revealed.

Over 20 years of experience!

Leadership

Experience and talent are among the most important qualities for all of Design

Mr. Kahle Wilson, NCARB, AIA is the President of Design Architects Plus and has guided the firms development to be one of the major architectural firms in Oklahoma. Over the last 19 years, he has been the Architect in charge of hundreds of projects. Mr. Wilson has led Design Architects Plus to be one of the top leaders in educational facilities and has produced over $100 million dollars in educational work over the last four years. His direct approach to construction and detailed observation of drawings help keep both the Owner and the Contractor informed of critical elements that must occur. Mr. Wilson makes use DAP’s extensive knowledge and expertise to improve efficiencies and quality of work ensuring a smooth and successful relationship with all of our clients.

“Coming together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.”

~Henry Ford

"We Listen to our clients"

Philosophy

Our teams design philosophy is simple……Listen to our clients and let them express their needs and goals before providing a creative way to get there. When the project is finished,it is our intent to have delivered a project that reflects the design goals and expectations of the Owner,not Design Architects Plus.

This design process should include great design and function but also lead itself to sustainable design. Our team aims to reduce energy consumption and regulate emissions without impacting your comfort. Our designs endeavor to create intelligent buildings that use conventional forms of environmental design to provide as much natural energy savings as possible.