WHLC Architecture

05/29/2026

Meet our Summer Interns! We're excited to have Mallory, Maddux, and Sofia join the team this summer from LSU School of Architecture. Keep an eye on our stories to learn more about each of them throughout the next week.

05/27/2026

Expanding access to integrated care, the new 16,500 SF Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Health Clinic in Kaplan, LA, is slated to open in summer 2027. The facility will offer primary care and therapy services within a thoughtfully designed, efficient footprint. A 10,000 SF clinic will include 16 exam rooms, three nurse stations, and on-site testing, complemented by a 6,500 SF therapy gym with advanced rehabilitation spaces. Designed with room to grow, the project supports the community's evolving healthcare needs.

05/19/2026

Crawfish, coworkers, family, and a little Louisiana rain. 🦞☔ A great crawfish boil at WHLC Architecture!

04/27/2026

Project Highlight! USA Recreation Center

A bold gateway to campus life, WHLC collaborated with to design this 116,000 SF facility blending the campus' traditional architecture with vibrant, contemporary interiors. Recognized as an Outstanding Sports Facility by NIRSA, it brings together fitness spaces, gymnasiums, climbing wall, racquetball, an indoor track, roller hockey rink, and indoor/outdoor aquatics, energizing wellness across the University of South Alabama community.

03/24/2026

Atmos Energy's Louisiana Division, located at II Rivermark Centre in Downtown Baton Rouge, recently renovated to expand their existing offices. The updated facility prioritizes a modern aesthetic while focusing on capturing natural light to illuminate the interiors. Added amenities were designed to revitalize the workspace and promote in-person work.
The resulting 15,000 SF office provides a comfortable space for Atmos employees to work and collaborate, continuing to provide natural gas service throughout the south.

03/07/2026

Wrapping up Women in Construction Week by celebrating the incredible architects, designers, interior designers, and admin professionals on our team. These women show up every day with creativity and passion, making a big impact within WHLC and continuing to shape and strengthen this industry.

03/05/2026

Celebrating Women in Construction Week with more exciting news!

Alaina Spiers, AIA, has been appointed to the AIA Baton Rouge Board of Directors, where she will serve a three‑year term and contribute to the Education Committee.

We’re proud of Alaina’s leadership, passion, and continued impact on our community and profession. Congratulations, Alaina!

03/03/2026

We're kicking off Women in Construction Week with big news: Emily Guidry has been promoted to Principal at WHLC!

Emily's award-winning work, CHID/NCIDQ expertise, and leadership in healthcare interiors have made a lasting mark on our firm, and we can't wait to see all she'll accomplish in this new role.

Read more about Emily's journey: https://www.whlcarchitecture.com/blog/emily-guidry-principal-promotion

WHLC is excited to announce Emily's well deserved promotion.

02/26/2026

Proud to support BREADA on the refreshed Main Street Market! With KV Workspace on furniture and Xdesign, Inc. on graphics, plus our design of River & Roots Market, the space is ready to welcome the community again. The market is officially open, go check out the transformation!
Red Stick Farmers Market

02/18/2026

Bringing advanced care closer to home in Breaux Bridge, the new 6,200 SF Specialty Clinic at Ochsner St. Martin Hospital offers specialties from Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Doctors (LGMD), including orthopedics and general surgery.