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About Barge Design Solutions

Architecture, engineering, and design built on trust, ownership, and responsibility.

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Barge Design Solutions is a multidisciplinary, employee-owned architecture and engineering firm

Barge is driven by a simple purpose: to improve the lives of our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. With more than 650 professionals based across the Southeast, we bring together technical expertise, creative thinking, and a shared sense of responsibility to deliver thoughtful, resilient solutions.

Our people are the foundation of everything we do.

We foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and accountability, empowering our teams to address today’s challenges while shaping opportunities for the future. Whether designing critical infrastructure, supporting sustainable growth, or strengthening the places we call home, we approach every project with purpose and care.

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Why we do what we do

What we do is grounded in more than the work itself. Our Purpose, Vision, and Values define what drives us, where we’re headed, and how we show up along the way. Together, they shape the decisions we make, the relationships we build, and the standard we set for ourselves.

Purpose

Create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients, and communities.

Vision

To be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most.

Values

Our values are outlined in what we call “The CARES Model.” We take great care in what we do and how we treat our clients and each other. We believe that these values are our strengths.

  • Collaborate

    Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do.

  • Authentic

    Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are.

  • Responsible

    We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better.

  • Excellence

    We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us.

  • Service

    We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others.

What sets Barge apart

Employee Ownership

Ownership creates accountability, long-term thinking, and shared responsibility for the work we deliver.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Integrated teams work together from planning through delivery to reduce risk and improve outcomes.

Trusted When It Matters Most

Clients rely on Barge for projects that carry lasting consequences for infrastructure, communities, and public trust.

At Barge, we believe in the power of people - our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve. That belief has been at the heart of our company for decades, and it continues to drive everything we do today.

We’re not just designing infrastructure or solving technical challenges—we’re creating lasting impact. Every project we take on is an opportunity to improve lives, strengthen communities, and build meaningful partnerships with our clients. We work alongside them to understand their greatest challenges and opportunities, helping them navigate complexities and deliver solutions that truly make a difference. That’s our why. It’s what drives us to innovate, grow, and serve others in even greater ways.

But none of that happens without our people. We don’t just talk about putting our employees first—we back it up with action. We invest in the well-being, growth, and success of our team because we know that when our people thrive, so does our work, our partnerships, and our ability to make a difference.

As we look ahead, I’m excited about what’s next. Barge is growing, expanding, and finding new ways to serve - and through it all, our mission remains the same: to leave things better than we found them. That mission starts with each of us, every day, in the way we collaborate, problem-solve, and push the boundaries of what’s possible.

I’m honored to lead this next chapter alongside such a talented and dedicated team. Together, we will continue to build a company that not only delivers exceptional work but also makes a lasting impact where it matters most.

Trusted by clients.
Proven over time.

70+ years in business
650+ employees
24 office locations
8+ years Great Place to Work Certified