Worley Associates Architects

24/02/2026

We’re hiring! Worley Associates brings decades of experience serving a diverse client base — commercial, government, and higher education — with particular expertise in recreation, wellness, and sports facility design. We’re seeking an Intermediate Architectural Designer / Project Architect with 5–8 years of experience and strong technical skills. We value collaboration and keep architects involved from concept through construction. Interested? Learn more and apply at https://www.worleyassociates.com/careers

20/10/2025

Exciting news! We’re honored to share that the East Cary Health Center has received the Best Adaptive Reuse / Rehabilitation Award at this year’s Golden Hammer Awards, presented by Historic Richmond. The project transforms Richmond’s first modern building into a vibrant new home for Daily Planet Health Services, expanding access to care in the heart of Richmond. The design preserves the character of the historic structure while creating a welcoming, modern environment that supports community health and well-being. We’re proud to have collaborated with an incredible team to bring this adaptive reuse project to life:
Daily Planet Health Services | Conquest Moncure & Dunn | Dunbar | Salas O'Brien | Sadler & Whitehead | Southern Air
Thank you to Historic Richmond and the Golden Hammer Awards jury for recognizing the impact of this project and the collective effort behind it!

30/09/2025

At Worley Associates Architects, we believe architecture plays a vital role in shaping the learning environment. Our latest project with Riverside School—a valued long-term client—will create campus spaces that foster both teaching and community. We are excited to continue this partnership and look forward to supporting students and teachers for years to come.
Learn more in the article:https://richmondbizsense.com/2025/09/30/riverside-school-announces-new-head-of-school-amid-largest-ever-capital-campaign/

23/09/2025

The Three Lakes Park & Nature Center is officially reopened! Phase 1 of this multi-year project was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony this past week, with Henrico County leadership joining the community to highlight the investment as a promise to the future of our county.
This first phase delivers exciting improvements, including updated wildlife and nature exhibits, interactive outdoor learning spaces, ADA-compliant access, and sensory-friendly accommodations. Looking ahead, Phase 2 is now underway with the construction of a brand-new restroom building—one our team is proud to lead. Access to quality, nature-based recreation and education is essential for building stronger, healthier communities.

26/11/2024

Join our team! We’re seeking a passionate and creative Architect who shares our dedication to design excellence, sustainability, and innovation. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to diverse architectural projects spanning various typologies and scales, serving educational and cultural institutions, commercial developers, government organizations, and local communities. Ready to make an impact? Visit our careers page to apply: https://worleyassociates.com/careers/

29/08/2024

We are excited to announce the successful completion of the University of Richmonds new Law School Renovation Project. This extensive renovation includes a state-of-the-art Moot Courtroom, which now boasts significant acoustical enhancements and modernized lighting systems. These upgrades are designed to provide an improved environment for both the presentation and reception of legal arguments, ensuring a superior experience for students and faculty.

Included in the multi-year renovations were improvements to the school's moot courtroom, where students participate in mock trials.

19/07/2024

Congratulations to Henrico County Government on the grand opening of the Taylor Farm Park this week! We are delighted to be partnering with this client. This landmark project, the largest in Henrico County since 1982, covers 99 acres. It boasts a scenic mile-long trail loop with restroom buildings along the path that focus on accessibility and aesthetic appeal complimenting the parks scenic beauty. The areas of the park include state-of-the-art skate park, event space, a sprawling nature-themed playground, splash park, recirculating play stream, mist mounds, bike pump track, bike skills course, and much more.

| Timmons Group Rhodeside & Harwell Pillar Design Studios Loughridge & Company, Richmond VA

26/04/2024

Rounding out our week of highlighting sustainable projects in honor of , we feature the Weinstein Center for Recreation and Wellness at the University of Richmond. The facility achieved LEED Gold Certification and is in the top 10% of all LEED certified buildings in the country in the Materials and Resources Category. This was accomplished by an innovative design strategy to utilize existing walls, 100% of the steel used on the project was recycled material, and 90% of onsite generated construction waste was diverted from landfills.

25/04/2024

Obtaining LEED Gold certification for the Radford University Recreation Center is a significant accomplishment. Achieving LEED Gold signifies that the facility has met stringent criteria for sustainability, energy efficiency, water conservation, and overall environmental responsibility. By working together in a collaborative and integrated manner, Worley Associate Architects and Radford University successfully achieved LEED certification for a building while creating a high-performance, sustainable environment that enhances the campus community and promotes environmental stewardship.

24/04/2024

The expansion of Queally Hall Business School on the University of Richmond campus presents a new classroom and auditorium facility crafted with LEED Gold standards in mind. Embracing sustainability from the project's inception, our focus centered on indoor air quality and maximizing space efficiency across multiple floors. By embedding these eco-conscious principles into our architectural vision, we strive to not only reduce environmental impact but also enhance the well-being, comfort, and overall experience of students, faculty, and the wider university community.

23/04/2024

Sustainability in architecture is an approach that seeks to minimize the negative environmental impact of buildings while enhancing the health and well-being of occupants. When it comes to the Swift Creek YMCA building, integrating sustainability into the architecture can align with the organization's values of promoting community well-being. We designed this project to LEED Silver utilizing the strategies of daylighting techniques, sustainably sourced materials, and energy saving systems.

22/04/2024

Happy Earth Day! From sustainable designs to eco-friendly materials, architects worldwide are paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future. This week we feature some of our projects that have created spaces that inspire and also nurture the environment. Today's featured project is the Southside Community Center. It is under construction and is designed to LEED Silver. This project includes native vegetation, EV parking/charging stations, and cool roof colors to mitigate the heat island effect.