Richard R. Brown Associates (RBA) was founded in 1985 by its principal architect, Richard R. Brown, who previously practiced with Charles S. Givens Interests and served as Director of Design at ADC Architects in Dallas.

The firm has earned numerous design awards and accolades for both public and private projects, both nationally and internationally. Troy Downing joined the firm in 1990 and has since advanced to the role of Associate Principal.

RBA’s primary production office is located in Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, with branch offices in Dallas, Texas, and Manhattan, New York. The firm has extensive expertise across several market sectors, including:

Corporate Office
Medical-Surgical
Hospitality
Retail and Multi-Use
Multi-Family Residential
Governmental Office and Judicial
Security and Detention
Laboratory and Technical
Educational

For over 40 years, RBA has maintained a client-centric approach, ensuring the highest level of service and design excellence. The firm’s highly skilled and diverse team includes both talented designers and technicians. Richard Brown leads the firm’s efforts in Dallas and New York, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across regions. RBA is registered to practice in over 30 states and is eligible for licensure nationwide.

RBA partners with exceptional consultants in structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, and also provides in-house interior design services led by Lee Ann Atkins, NCIDQ, IIDA.