“The client wanted to create a lobby environment in this large medical facility building that optimized organic finishes and the use of natural light. The interior design team at Wald, Ruhnke & Dost Architects created a free-flowing, unique design that incorporates stone, water, trees, glass, and a large skylight. These design elements are enhanced by the earth-toned paint colors incorporated into the project.”

 

“The client and public reactions were very positive for the end result, which is a soothing, beautiful lobby that seats visitors comfortably in a spacious setting. The completed project resulted in additional projects with this long-time client, due to their satisfaction with the overall look and feel of the design and its beneficial effect on the public.”

 

“Wald, Ruhnke & Dost Architects has collaborated with Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System on multiple projects. The largest projects include Harden Ranch Medical Campus, the medical facility buildings at 355 Abbott Street and 611 Abbott Street, the Nancy Ausonio Mammography Center, and multiple hospital and medical office projects.”

 

DEW381 Droplets - Perimeter Soffit at octagons

DE6192 Nomadic Taupe – Corridor door frame paint & inset soffit at octagons

DE6198 Cream Weave – Paint above wall covering at garden lobby

DE6184 Sailcloth – Wall paint

 
 

 

Established in 1963 by Donald F.L. Wald and later joined by Henry Ruhnke and Frank Dost in 1990, Wald, Ruhnke & Dost Architects, LLP is a full-service architecture firm serving the Central Coast. With offices in Monterey and Santa Cruz, WR&D has developed an extensive portfolio of public works, commercial, education, healthcare, urban planning, interior design, residential, and mixed-use projects.

 

Services are provided through a highly experienced, energetic and dedicated staff of professionals and technical personnel.They employ LEED^® Accredited Professionals that have worked with clients to achieve environmentally-conscious designs, whether pursuing LEED^® certification or incorporating innovative green building practices into their projects.

 

WR&D is strongly committed to the tenets of sustainability in the practice of architecture as well as in our approach to life. They incorporate sustainable practices into every project undertaken, and create buildings that are designed to enhance productivity and well-being while making positive impacts on the larger community.

 

DesignApproachandPhilosophy
The team at Wald, Ruhnke & Dost Architects places high value on the collaborative process, listening, strategic planning, adherence to schedules and budgets, and the use of the latest tools and technology to ensure the best results. WR&D’s collaborative approach extends to the engagement of the project stakeholders including the client, user groups, local governing jurisdictions, consultants and community throughout the design process.

 

The work of the firm is noted for its understanding of place, addressing client programmatic needs, creativity, and efficiency. WR&D encourages clients to architecturally explore their organization, needs and vision.  We engage our clients in discussions, listen carefully to help identify core values and issues and embrace the surprise, beauty, mystery and delight that are discovered in the process.  By project’s end, the collaboration and discovery result in buildings that not only meet the programmatic requirements, but also demonstrate how efficient and technical design can benefit the organization, its employees, users and the community in ways not previously considered.