Who are we

Full Service Design Firm

Design and Engineering partners with national multi-unit companies to design and establish locations from start to finish. We offer full-service architectural, interior design, civil and structural engineering solutions. We work closely with our clients to provide full visibility of the development process. Our philosophy is simple. We put our clients first and believe the best creative solutions are practical. 

MULTI-UNIT CORPORATE CLIENTELE

Our firm specializes in providing full architectural, structural, and civil services for multi-unit corporate clients seeking to develop a concept, establish the brand through design, and produce multiple built locations.  A unique element provided at D and E is a project coordinator is assigned to each client to track projects from start to finish and communicate the status of design and permitting.

EXPERIENCE IN COMMERCIAL DESIGN INCLUDING HOSPITALITY AND RETAIL

D and E has a history rooted in commercial development and design.  We understand that commercial hospitality and retail projects are unique and require a high level of coordination.  Our firm works closely with our consultants and vendors to develop your project from start to finish.

Our Services

Due Diligence

Pre-development Research | As-Built Surveys | Code Analysis | Developer Coordination | Lease Review | Meetings with Local Jurisdiction | Accessibility Surveys

Preliminary Design

Master Planning | Programming | Site Feasibility Studies | Test Fit Planning | Conceptual Renderings | 3D Modeling | Conceptual Interior Design Services

Construction Documents

Civil | Structural | Architectural | Interior Design | Material and FF&E Selection | Project Manual and Specifications | Coordination and Collaboration with Outside Consultants

Permit Procurement

Permit Applications and Submittal Documents | Permit Expediting and Coordination | Utility Service Coordination | Representation at Public Meetings | Schedule Tracking and Project Planning

Bidding and Negotiation

Bid Documents and Distribution | Vendor Coordination | Cost Analysis and | Pre-Construction Meeting Services

Construction Administration

On Site Observations | Requests for Information | Change Order Review | Pay Requests | Shop Drawing Review | Punch List | Project Close Out and Completion
45
Years in Service
50+
Corporate Clients
100+
Permits Secured in Last Year
Updates
Project Highlight: Chipotle – Hendersonville, TN

Project Highlight: Chipotle – Hendersonville, TN

D and E provided full site design services and shell architecture for this Chipotle in Hendersonville, TN. The civil work in this location posed unique challenges to convert what was one site into two, while still maintaining vehicle and pedestrian access and circulation throughout. Our civil team had to creatively engineer the patio and drive-thru…

Congratulations, Jenny!

Congratulations, Jenny!

We want to congratulate Jenny Williamson on 5 years with D and E! Jenny’s most notable projects have been The River House in downtown Nashville, Bricktop’s in Greenville, SC, The Studio (Bricktop’s Office Headquarters in Nashville), and Chipotle in Hendersonville, TN. We are thankful for you, Jenny! Keep up the good work.

Welcome, Stewart!

Welcome, Stewart!

We are very excited to welcome Stewart Dorn to the team! Stewart graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Architecture & Bachelor of Interior Architecture and has been working in the industry for 8 years. We are looking forward to integrating his creativity and experience as Architectural Project Manager into our projects. Welcome Stewart!

Visit to The Fainting Goat – Franklin

Visit to The Fainting Goat – Franklin

Our Interiors Team took a trip down the road to one of our projects that recently opened – The Fainting Goat Coffee Co. in Franklin, TN! Incredible coffee, a great second story with a rooftop lounge, remote working booths available, and parking in the back. Needless to say, this location will be a frequent visit…

Project Highlight: Jim ‘N Nicks BBQ

Project Highlight: Jim ‘N Nicks BBQ

Our team worked closely with the client to design the full site and building for Jim ‘N Nick’s BBQ. This project involved a high level of coordination through all phases, especially permitting and site design phases in the Denver market. It was fulfilling to see the final project come to life with the authentic wood…

Career Fairs 2024

Career Fairs 2024

Come see us at our next career fair stops for this season! Our team will be hitting TN Tech and UT Knoxville later this week and we can’t wait to meet you. Don’t forget to grab a D and E cup with some merch when you stop by!!

Our Work
ML Rose

ML Rose

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Bricktops Office

Bricktops Office

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The River House

The River House

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Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings

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Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel

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Bricktop’s

Bricktop’s

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Chipotle

Chipotle

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Martin’s BBQ

Martin’s BBQ

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Arby’s

Arby’s

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PDK

PDK

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Westgate Office

Westgate Office

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D1 Medical Center

D1 Medical Center

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Our Team

Our talented group of architects, engineers, interior designers and project coordinators is behind everything we do at D and E.  We take pride in our team of diverse disciplines, which enable us to achieve great things together every day. Whether we are undertaking new projects or working in new sectors, we seek to adhere to the highest industry and environmental standards.

OUR MANAGING SHAREHOLDERS

Our managing shareholders have over 100 years of combined professional experience and hold licenses across the US. 

Jim Craig

Chairman of the Board
Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Vanderbilt University

Inducted into the Civil Engineering honor society, Chi Epsilon

Ben Setlock

Shareholder, Project Architect
Registered Architect

Masters, Architecture from Kent State University

Associates of Science, Architectural Technology from Pennsylvania College of Technology

Eagle Scout

NCARB Certified, AIA

Ryan Nicholson

President
Registered Architect

Bachelor of Architecture, graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Notre Dame

NCARB Certified, AIA & NFPA member

Will Craig

Shareholder, Project Engineer
Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering from Tennessee Technological University

ASCE member

Byron Bohrman

Vice President
Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Tennessee Technological University

Inducted into Civil Engineering Honor Society, Chi Epsilon

Member of National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)

Melissa Sears

Office Manager
Bachelor of Business Administration, Middle Tennessee State University

Major field of study – Management

Minor – Management/Marketing

Designing Across America

Stationed Near Nashville, TN