WISSMACH ARCHITECTS is a design-driven studio which thoughtfully responds to the unique conditions of each project by combining their signature collaborative design process with innovation and professional expertise. Located in Savannah, Georgia on the historic Factor’s Walk, Wissmach Architects uses the cultural and architectural heritage of the region as the foundation for forward-thinking, inspirational designs.
The firm was founded as Dawson Wissmach Architects in the Spring of 1999 by principals Neil Dawson and Richard K. Wissmach. After 9 years of a successful partnership, the principals parted ways in the fall of 2008 and Rick Wissmach became the leader of the firm, now named Wissmach Architects.
The staff is made up of a diverse mix of people representing many cultures, experiences and skills.Trained in both classical architecture and contemporary design, WA designers are committed to location-appropriate designs that have a memory of their cultural past.
The firm maintains an attention to detail and a commitment to design quality which has earned them regional recognition, including the 2008 HGTV Dream Home and the inaugural 2008 HGTV Green Home. Their work has earned numerous AIA design awards and has been published in multiple books including Leading Residential Architects and Dream Homes of Georgia. Their work is slated to be published in the book Perspectives on Design in late spring of 2009.