Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Design & Planning Services in Charlotte, NC
At Ragona Architecture & Design, we approach every client relationship as a true partnership built on integrity, responsiveness, and shared goals. Our collaborative process prioritizes reducing risk for clients by leveraging 20+ years of combined expertise across architectural design, master planning, and renovation services. We begin with the pro forma to ensure financial viability before advancing to design, ensuring solutions serve end users while delivering value to owners. Our team utilizes cutting-edge 3D software for construction drawings, renderings, and BIM coordination, enabling seamless visualization and adjustments throughout project lifecycles. As a LEED Accredited firm, we specialize in medical facilities, mixed-use developments, multi-family housing, retail centers, and hospitality projects.Our principals bring decades of experience managing complex projects valued up to $75M, with expertise in code analysis, construction methodologies, and innovative design technologies. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, we serve public and private clients across the Southeast and beyond, maintaining seven state licenses and NCARB certification. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through 7 years of successful project delivery and partnerships with 7 daycare brands and 7 church organizations. We invest time upfront to deeply understand project goals, ensuring designs elevate client visions rather than showcase our own aesthetics.
Services
Architectural Design
Master Planning
Renovation Services
Interior Design
Project Management
Graphic Design
Construction Administration
Design for Wellness
Automotive Facilities
Hospitality Projects
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of combined experience managing complex projects up to $75M
- Our team includes NCARB-certified and LEED AP professionals
- We utilize in-house BIM coordination for precision and efficiency
- We maintain seven state licenses for regional project capabilities
- Our principals specialize in code analysis and innovative construction methodologies
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in commercial buildings, mixed-use developments, and institutional projects. Our BIM-driven process ensures precision from concept through construction documentation.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans for communities and facilities that balance growth with sustainability. Our approach integrates land use analysis, infrastructure planning, and phased implementation strategies to create cohesive, future-ready environments.
Renovation Services
Our renovation expertise transforms existing structures while maintaining code compliance and functionality. We handle historic preservation, commercial retrofitting, and adaptive reuse projects that extend building lifecycles while meeting modern requirements.
Interior Design
We create purpose-driven interior environments that enhance user experience. Our services cover commercial interiors, hospitality spaces, and retail environments with a focus on functionality, branding, and occupant well-being.
Construction Administration
Our construction administration ensures design intent is maintained during implementation. We provide site visits, document reviews, and contractor coordination to guarantee quality control and adherence to project specifications.
People
Matt Gallo
Principal
With 20 years of experience, Matt Gallo specializes in managing complex retail, mixed-use, and multi-family projects up to $55M. He utilizes BIM technology for improved project coordination and documentation.
Matt Ragona
Principal
NCARB-certified and LEED AP accredited, Matt Ragona has 25+ years managing projects from $2M to $75M. He excels in code analysis, construction methodology evaluation, and team coordination for optimal project delivery.
Jeremy Roh
Principal
LEED AP certified, Jeremy Roh brings 19 years of design expertise and serves as UNC-Charlotte adjunct professor. He leads BIM implementation and visualization processes for diverse project types including retail centers and entertainment facilities.
Questions
What architectural services does Ragona Architecture & Design offer?
We provide architectural design, master planning, renovations, interior design, and construction administration for commercial, residential, and institutional projects.
What industries does Ragona Architecture specialize in?
We specialize in automotive facilities, mixed-use developments, multi-family housing, retail centers, hospitality projects, and wellness-focused designs.
How does Ragona Architecture approach project planning?
We start with financial pro formas to ensure viability, then use 3D BIM technology for coordinated designs that minimize risk and maximize client value.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, we serve clients across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and other licensed states nationwide.
What accreditations does your firm hold?
We are a LEED Accredited firm with NCARB-certified professionals and maintain seven state architectural licenses.
