I believe careful listening, sensitivity to priorities, adherence to procedure, and clear communications enable great design.
Dennis McGrath Design, LLC. is a design, architecture, project management and construction consulting firm that specializes in the creation and delivery of new architecture for a variety of project experiences. My work covers a range of building types, including civic, custom residential, workplace, performing arts, education, libraries, restaurant & retail design strategies for branded environments.
I have a reputation for connecting with clients’ needs while creating outstanding designs for projects that are both schedule and budget conscious. I have a passion for design, creative problem solving, and share common values, on a global level, with members of my extended team. I focus on the expectations of my clients, and partner with expert consultants to create architecture as innovative as the people, or institutions I engage.
Prior to launching Dennis McGrath, LLC. In 2015, I provided leadership for the highest level of Design Services overseeing client interactive planning and programming phases as well as leading design and brand integration for the Education, Mixed-Use, Retail/Commercial and Healthcare practices for complex urban mixed-use projects.
Owner's representative: Who's looking after your interests?
All project phases | Owner's rep | Architect | Contractor |
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Keep focus on whole project through all phases | ![]() |
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Manage all phases | ![]() |
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Manage total budget | ![]() |
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Manages total schedule | ![]() |
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Liason/explaining design and construction process techniques & terminology | ![]() |
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Manages project quality to owners benefit not other’s agenda. | ![]() |
Pre-design/Procurement Phase | Owner's rep | Architect | Contractor |
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Provides Expertise to Navagate Procurement | ![]() |
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Suggests reviews contract form and contract for owner | ![]() |
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Outlines different ways to hire architect and contractor agenda. | ![]() |
Design Phase | Owner's rep | Architect | Contractor |
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Design Interpretation to suit owner’s needs | ![]() |
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Provides expert advice on means and methods of design/construction | ![]() |
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Advises owner on options and alternatives | ![]() |
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Construction Phase | Owner's rep | Architect | Contractor |
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Provides construction administration services for owner | ![]() |
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Provides on-site construction observation | ![]() |
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Provides labor, material and subcontractors |
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Let's start a conversation about your project. Call me or use the contact form below.
314.578.9217