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A PRACTICAL
APPROACH
ON INNOVATION

Design and Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1978 to help national, multi-unit companies design and establish innovative locations from start to finish. Our firm offers architectural, civil and structural engineering, due diligence, permitting, and interior design services. With D and E, you’ll never have to sacrifice distinctive design to maintain high-caliber results. We put our clients first and believe the best creative solutions are practical.

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LICENSED IN 48 STATES

D and E is a one-stop-shop for businesses looking to design and implement the development of multiple locations. Through our partnership, our clients have been empowered to efficiently develop more unified locations that enhance customer experience. D and E is well-versed in working with challenging jurisdictions, and we consistently operate in the mindset that our clients’ success is our success.

Who We Are
  • 46 Years of Experience
  • 50+ Corporate Clients
  • 100+ Permits Secured in Past Year
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FULL SERVICE OFFERING

Design and Engineering, Inc. offers the full-service package needed for a successful project in-house, which creates an efficiency that sets us apart. We closely collaborate with each department to achieve aligned results and minimize errors. D and E’s internal coordination is one of our greatest strengths and provides for a smooth process from start to finish.

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  • Architecture

    Architecture

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    As-Built Surveys | Building Feasibility Studies | Test Fit Planning | Programming | Conceptual Renderings | 3D Modeling | Construction Documents | Project Manual and Specifications | Coordination and Collaboration with Outside Consultants | Construction Administration | Prototype Development and Management

  • Civil Engineering

    Civil Engineering

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    Site Feasibility | Preliminary Design | Master Planning | Construction Documents | Stormwater Design | Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control | Construction Administration

  • Structural Engineering

    Structural Engineering

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    Structural Analysis and Design | Site Visits | Structural Calculations | Value Engineering | Construction Documents | Construction Administration

  • Interior Design

    Interior Design

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    Schematic Design | Design Development | Site Visits | Programming | Furniture, Finishes and Equipment (FF&E) | Construction Documents | Procurement

  • Permit Expediting

    Permit Expediting

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    Permit Applications and Submittals | Permit Management | Project Coordination | Preliminary Utility Confirmations | Representation at Public Meetings | Schedule Tracking and Project Planning

  • Due Diligence

    Due Diligence

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    Code Analysis | Pre-Development Research | Developer Coordination | Lease Review | Meetings with Local Jurisdiction | Accessibility Surveys | Preliminary Site Investigation Report

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WHO WE ARE

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

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Interiors Team
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Interiors Team

Introducing D and E’s Interiors team with 15+ years of combined experience in the industry – Lea, Mya, & Marina! This team is dedicated to the art and science of creating both aesthetic and functional interior environments. During the life of a project, our Interior Design department executes the following: Site Analysis, Schematic Design, Design […]

Site Visits in Maine!
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Site Visits in Maine!

Mya and Tanner headed north for a site visit adventure in Maine 🦞✈️ — checking out potential new sites and getting a jumpstart on upcoming remodels. From documenting existing conditions at a long-standing site in Topsham to gathering details for future test fits in Biddeford and Bangor, they covered a lot of ground (and local […]

Recent Promotions!
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Recent Promotions!

We are proud to highlight the recent promotions of two outstanding team members in our architecture department. Tanner Reif joined DandE in 2020 after relocating to Nashville, and from day one, he impressed us with his strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, and deep interest in technical details and building systems. Tanner has consistently demonstrated […]

Structural Engineering: Service Highlight
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Structural Engineering: Service Highlight

We are proud to have an in-house Engineering Department with over 75 years of combined experience in Civil & Structural Engineering to help provide full-service design to our clients. To this end, we maintain Professional Licensure across the country and closely review requirements that vary across regions. Our team of Engineers are dedicated to the […]

Team Member Highlight: Jamie Pierce’s Farm to Table Lifestyle
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Team Member Highlight: Jamie Pierce’s Farm to Table Lifestyle

We are so excited to highlight our Lead Project Coordinator, Jamie Pierce‘s passions! 🧺🐐🥒🥬 In her own words… “My Interests during this season of life can best be described by the popular phrase, farm to table. My family has been very intentional in recent years to grow our livestock farming knowledge on our small 6-acre […]

Sounds Game 2025
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Sounds Game 2025

Our team had a great time at the annual Sounds Game in Nashville! It’s always fun to step away from the office, enjoy the ballpark, and spend time together with family and friends. ⚾🧢

SuperNormal: New Project Photos!
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SuperNormal: New Project Photos!

SuperNormal’s first Nashville location brings fast-casual American comfort fare (burgers, hot dogs, and more) to an outdoor-only setting with picnic tables and a walk-up order window. 🍔 🌭 🍟 Charged with getting the restaurant permitted as rapidly as possible, our team provided civil site and utility design, structural foundation engineering for a rapid crane-set pre-manufactured […]

Rendering vs. Reality | BWW – State College, PA
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Rendering vs. Reality | BWW – State College, PA

From early design stages to final walkthrough, our team brought this Buffalo Wild Wings location in State College, PA to life with attention to detail and tight coordination across disciplines. It’s always rewarding to see a vision come full circle—matching the rendering and delivering the experience our client imagined!  

Client Testimonial: Bluemont Group, LLC
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Client Testimonial: Bluemont Group, LLC

We are glad to share another recent client testimonial; it has been a pleasure partnering with the Bluemont Group on Dunkin’ projects! 🥂 Check out our Dunkin’ concept page here.

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