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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, youโ€™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 clientsโ€™ 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 Eโ€™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

  • Permitting

    Permitting

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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 […]

Visit from Laminart
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Visit from Laminart

Deidre from Laminart came by last week to show us their new product, and our team got to enjoy a flower arrangement activity as well! Thank you Laminart for stopping by!

Start to Finish – Phase Three: Construction Documents
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Start to Finish – Phase Three: Construction Documents

START-TO-FINISH SERIES: ๐™‹๐™๐™–๐™จ๐™š ๐™๐™๐™ง๐™š๐™š – ๐˜พ๐™ค๐™ฃ๐™จ๐™ฉ๐™ง๐™ช๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ ๐˜ฟ๐™ค๐™˜๐™ช๐™ข๐™š๐™ฃ๐™ฉ๐™จ. We are picking back up with our next phase in our full-project series showcasing Buffalo Wild Wings in Xenia, OH. In the CD phase, D and E creates precise and detailed Construction Documents that streamline permitting and construction processes, prioritizing quality and compliance. Through close coordination and advanced […]

Past Project Highlight: Burger Republic – Nashville, TN
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Past Project Highlight: Burger Republic – Nashville, TN

๐“Ÿ๐“ช๐“ผ๐“ฝ ๐“Ÿ๐“ป๐“ธ๐“ณ๐“ฎ๐“ฌ๐“ฝ ๐“—๐“ฒ๐“ฐ๐“ฑ๐“ต๐“ฒ๐“ฐ๐“ฑ๐“ฝ: โšฒ Burger Republic – Nashville, TN D and E has worked with Burger Republic in 4 different locations across the U.S. to create a design that gives its customers an authentic local, urban feel while still providing branding to be carried on to future locations. With a sleek and modern approach using […]

M.L Rose Franklin is Now Open!
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M.L Rose Franklin is Now Open!

We’re excited to share fantastic photos from our latest project: the transformation of an existing Chili’s into the newly opened M.L. Rose in Franklin, TN! Our design focused on creating a welcoming, dynamic environment, starting with a beautiful patio addition that includes a covered seating area, a double-sided fireplace, and a cozy turf-covered patio. Inside, […]

Congratulations, Walker!
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Congratulations, Walker!

We want to congratulate Walker on 10 years at D and E!!! Walker’s projects of mention are Liberty Station in Franklin, TN, Bavarian Bierhaus in Nashville, TN, Cracker Barrel Prototype, and The Fainting Goat Coffee Co. in Franklin, TN. We are grateful for you, Walker!

Congratulations, Heather!
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Congratulations, Heather!

Congratulations to Heather on 10 years at D and E!!! Heatherโ€™s most notable projects have been ML Rose – Franklin, TN, BrickTopโ€™s – Miramar Beach, FL, Buffalo Wild Wings – Casa Grande, AZ, and The River House – Nashville, TN! We are thankful to have you as part of the team!

Blue Ridge Mountains Company Retreat
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Blue Ridge Mountains Company Retreat

Recap of our company retreat to the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia! Our team had a blast cooking out, making s’mores, hiking, and exploring the town. We are looking forward to the next one already!!ย ๐Ÿš™๐ŸŒ„

Structural Service Highlight
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Structural Service Highlight

SERVICE HIGHLIGHT: ๐•Š๐•ฅ๐•ฃ๐•ฆ๐•”๐•ฅ๐•ฆ๐•ฃ๐•’๐• ๐”ผ๐•Ÿ๐•˜๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•–๐•–๐•ฃ๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•˜ We are proud to have an in-house Engineering Department with over 75 years of combined experience in 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 […]

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