Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architects & Design Experts in Grand Rapids, MI
Paradigm Design is a national architectural, engineering, and interior design firm with offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Scottsdale, Arizona. Founded over 50 years ago, we specialize in creating collaborative, human-centered spaces for public and private sector clients. Our integrated approach combines architectural design, civil engineering, and interior design to reduce construction timelines and operational costs while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. With decades of experience, we deliver projects on time, on brand, and on budget through seamless in-house coordination. Our core values of honesty, excellence, acceleration, reliability, and teamwork guide every project, earning us national recognition as industry leaders.We prioritize client partnerships, leveraging pre-design planning, value engineering, and advanced visualization tools like 3D imaging and virtual reality. Our team of licensed professionals serves diverse markets including retail, entertainment, and community infrastructure, with a proven track record of solving complex challenges. We maintain transparency in all dealings, supported by a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Our mission extends beyond buildingswe create success for clients, teams, and communities through responsible, sustainable design solutions.
Services
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Interior Design
Project Management
Value Engineering
Site Planning
Construction Administration
3D Visualization
Traffic Impact Analysis
ADA Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined architectural and engineering experience.
- Our in-house departments collaborate seamlessly for faster project delivery.
- We maintain national recognition for innovative design solutions.
- Our core values ensure transparent, reliable client partnerships.
- We utilize advanced visualization tools like virtual reality for clarity.
What people say
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Depth of knowledge
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Services
Architecture
With over 40 years of experience, we create custom architectural solutions from concept to completion. Our services include feasibility studies, construction documents, and project management. We specialize in aligning designs with client vision while optimizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team delivers site-specific solutions for stormwater management, roadway infrastructure, and public utilities. We conduct traffic impact analyses and provide permitting support to ensure compliance with local regulations and project timelines.
Interior Design
Award-winning designers create human-centric interiors that reflect brand identity. Services include furniture procurement, code compliance assessments, and construction documentation to transform spaces into functional, aesthetically pleasing environments.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from pre-design through construction administration. Our team ensures adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards while coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.
Value Engineering
Our experts analyze designs to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. This service includes material selection reviews, construction method evaluations, and lifecycle cost analysis to maximize project value.
People
Joseph Greco
Principal
Joseph Greco leads architectural projects with a focus on client collaboration and innovative design solutions at Paradigm Design.
Bill Hadlock
Principal
Bill Hadlock contributes extensive architectural expertise and strategic leadership to Paradigm Design's complex projects.
Aaron Jenks
Principal
Aaron Jenks specializes in integrating engineering and architectural principles to deliver efficient, sustainable building solutions.
Steve Douglas
Senior Project Manager
Steve Douglas provides expert project guidance, known for innovative problem-solving in construction coordination and client communication.
Rachel Kulish
Studio Leader & Senior Interior Designer
Rachel Kulish leads interior design initiatives, creating award-winning spaces that reflect client brand identity and functional needs.
Questions
What services does Paradigm Design offer?
We provide architecture, civil engineering, interior design, project management, and specialized services like traffic impact analysis and ADA compliance.
How long has Paradigm Design been in business?
We have over 50 years of experience creating design solutions for public and private sector clients.
What industries does Paradigm Design serve?
We specialize in retail, entertainment venues, community infrastructure, and commercial developments nationwide.
Do you offer virtual design visualization tools?
Yes, we use 3D imaging and virtual reality to help clients visualize projects before construction.
What makes Paradigm Design different from competitors?
Our integrated in-house departments reduce timelines while maintaining technical precision and creative design.
