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“Creating meaningful change through design is our number one priority. Our clients are shaping the future and we enjoy being part of their story.”

–Rick Dumas

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to provide innovative solutions for our clients that help their dreams, visions, and goals come to life.

OUR VISION

AE3 Architecture + Construction Management aim to design spaces that enhance the communities in which we work and live. Our commitment to diversity and inclusivity allows our team to provide forward-thinking solutions that elevate our client’s impact.

Fostering Innovation Together

Our diverse team brings fresh perspectives and innovative technologies to each project we collaborate on. Each of our unique experiences allow us to approach problems with a distinct viewpoint and identify solutions that will enhance our communities. We have built a culture where everyone’s voice matters and therefore all members are encouraged to express themselves. In ensuring that every voice is heard, we stay connected and are better able to think outside the box. With our clients’ priorities at the forefront, our team is exceptionally open minded and goal focused. With over 230 years of combined architecture design experience, we have completed 110+ projects since opening our doors in 2007.

OUR LEADERSHIP

“We wanted to create a workplace where inclusion and transparency were the key elements to our success. With AE3, we’ve been able to build something special. Our team is our greatest asset and it’s because of them that we have succeeded and continue to build strong relationships with our clients and in our communities.”

Rick Dumas and Doug Davis, Founders of AE3

Doug Davis and Rick Dumas, Founders and Principals of AE3 Architects + Project Managers

Rick L. Dumas, Principal

Rick Dumas brings over 37 years of experience as a designer, journeyman builder, construction manager, and developer of diverse high-end residential, religious, civil, and mixed-use projects.

Rick’s career was guided from a very early age by his late mentor Sigrid L. Rupp where he worked on high-tech projects during the dot-com era in Silicon Valley for clients such as Apple, Sun Micro Systems (now Oracle), and Raychem (now Tyco). Sigrid’s influence on Rick’s life is evident in his passion for bringing on and working with young architects and designers.

Currently, Rick oversees all aspects of AE3, but truly enjoys his work in interiors and high-end residential design. With such a diverse breadth of experience, Rick has developed a pragmatic approach that ensures a project’s design enhances value and aesthetic and runs on an efficient construction schedule.

Born and raised in Oakland, he has strong affiliations with local members of the community and is an active member of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) and the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA).

Douglas Davis, Principal

Doug Davis brings over 25 years of AEC industry experience as both, a practicing architect and construction manager. He received his Bachelor of Architecture and his MBA from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

His career began in Silicon Valley, focusing on biotechnology, pharmaceutical, high-tech, and ground-up core and shell construction. In 2007, he and Rick Dumas partnered to form AE3 Partners. Since then, he has overseen the growth of the firm’s higher education, transportation and civic sectors, and has led the design of multiple campuses for non-profit organizations and energy providers such as PG&E.

Doug is a licensed architect in the state of California, a licensed Real Estate Broker in California, and a member of NCARB.

He volunteers his time on the board of Oakland Builders Alliance and 100 Black Men of the Bay Area, as well as other organization such as SPUR. Doug is also a private pilot and member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

Meet the Team

Our diverse team brings a fresh perspective,  to each project we collaborate on.  Having a room full of professionals from different communities, age groups and experience levels, facilitates our team’s mission of delivering projects that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing, but also make the world a better place for the many different sectors that we serve.

We have built a culture where everyone’s voice matters and therefore all members are encouraged to express themselves. In ensuring that every voice is heard, we stay connected and are better able to think outside the box. With our clients’ priorities at the forefront, our team is exceptionally open minded and goal focused. With over 230 years of combined architecture design experience, we have successfully delivered a wide-range of projects since opening our doors in 2007.

Elizabeth Andrews at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“I don’t know how, but I’ll be sitting courtside at an NBA game one day. Until then, writing and painting keep me in my happy place.”

Elizabeth Andrews
Operations Manager

Lisa Arias at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“I’ve convinced most of my friends to retire with me in Costa Rica, so that’s where you’ll find me when I’m not in the states.”

Lisa Arias
Senior Marketing Manager

Jennifer Bauman, Chief Financial Officer at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“I love a tropical vacation, but you can find me and my family exploring all the awesome things that California has to offer.”

Jennifer Bauman
Chief Financial Officer

Dong-Mei Bian at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“I will be on a journey to taste all good foods and see all the beauties over the world when I am not busy.”

Dong-Mei Bian
Accountant

Ricardo Chavez
“I hope to one day travel and visit all of my favorite architects’ work.”

Ricardo Chavez
Job Captain

Doug Davis, Principal at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“You can find me flying a plane when I’m not busy planning the design of an organic winery.”

Doug Davis, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Principal

“Several years ago, I designed and built a custom wood truck camper which my partner and I have driven it through 3 countries.”
Brandon Doherty
Job Captain
Rick Dumas, Principal at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“When I’m not designing multi-million dollar luxury homes, look for me on the leaderboard competing on my Peloton bike”

Rick Dumas
Principal

Anna Dunnigan at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“Home improvement projects and furniture design keep me busy when I’m not working on getting my motorcycle license.”

Anna Dunnigan
AIA
Architect & Project Manager

Hessam Ebrahimi at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“I love mountain biking and hanging out at the beach with friends, but I really want to go bungee jumping!”

Hessam Ebrahimi
Senior Job Captain

Antonio Escobedo at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“You can find me dancing and rollerblading in my free time when I’m not planning my next trip.”

Antonio Escobedo
AIA
Architectural Designer

“You can find me dancing and rollerblading in my free time when I’m not planning my next trip.”

David Hughes
Construction Manager

Raul Higuera at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“My perfect day would start with skydiving and end with scuba diving.”

Raul Higuera
Job Captain

Ben Loggins at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“I would love to take a train ride cross-country. Until then, I’m building Lego Architectural models.”

Benjamin Loggins
Senior QA/QC Manager

Antoinette Nascimento at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“You’ll find me deep into a good Sci-Fi book when I’m not road cycling around Oakland or baking vegan desserts.”

Antoinette Nascimento
AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Architect & Senior Project Manager

Denise Noldon, Ph.D.
Senior Education Lead

Ann Prometheus at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“A food tour of the Faroe Islands is in my near future. I can feel it!”

Ann Prometheus
Job Captain

Anika Scott
“Visiting the Sistine Chapel is in my near future, but for now I keep busy taking care of my family.”

Anika Scott
AIA
Architect & Project Manager

Michael Wilson at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“Walking across Patagonia would be a dream come true.”

Michael Wilson
AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

Architect & Senior
Project Manager

Vera Yeteyev at AE3 Architects + Project Managers
“Scuba diving is my escape but one day I’ll be escaping to Mt. Fuji in Japan.”

Vera Yevteyev
Job Captain