Business Details
31 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects for Hospitality & Residential Design
Founded in 1995 by Dwayne MacEwen, DMAC Architecture & Interiors is a multidisciplinary firm that combines architectural expertise with storytelling to create spaces that resonate. Our team leverages decades of collective experience in hospitality, residential, and cultural projects to deliver designs that balance functionality with emotional impact. We prioritize client collaboration, integrating their vision into every project while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic innovation. Our process emphasizes research, creativity, and technical precision, ensuring each space performs as intended while evoking tranquility and inspiration. With a portfolio spanning international projects in Asia, the UAE, and North America, we specialize in reimagining existing sites and crafting new environments that stand the test of time.Our integrated team includes principals, senior architects, and technical directors who bring specialized skills in construction, urban planning, and design execution. Recognized for our work on high-profile projects like Michael Jordans Restaurant and American Airlines Admirals Club, we maintain a commitment to pushing boundaries through our Creative Lab initiatives. We actively seek opportunities to teach and learn from clients, believing that the best designs emerge from collaborative dialogue. Our leadership in industry organizations like the AIA National Building Performance Knowledge Community underscores our dedication to advancing architectural standards. With offices in Evanston, Illinois, we continue to shape timeless spaces that reflect the unique stories of each project.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Hospitality Projects
Residential Projects
Creative Lab Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have 28+ years of experience in architectural design and execution.
- Our team includes AIA-recognized professionals with global project expertise.
- We integrate technical precision with creative storytelling in every design.
- Our Creative Lab develops custom solutions for unique architectural challenges.
- We maintain direct client collaboration from concept to project completion.
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative architectural solutions for new constructions and adaptive reuse projects. Our designs balance structural integrity with aesthetic storytelling, ensuring spaces perform functionally while evoking emotional resonance. Clients benefit from our expertise in master planning and international building codes.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on crafting immersive environments that reflect brand identity and user needs. From hospitality venues to residential spaces, we integrate custom details and materials to create memorable, functional interiors with attention to human experience.
Hospitality Projects
Specializing in hospitality architecture, we design hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues that combine luxury with practicality. Our portfolio includes projects for major brands and celebrity-owned establishments, emphasizing guest experience and operational efficiency.
Residential Projects
We develop custom residential spaces ranging from private penthouses to single-family homes. Our approach prioritizes seamless integration with surroundings while incorporating modern amenities and sustainable design principles for timeless living environments.
Creative Lab Services
Our Creative Lab explores experimental design approaches and material applications to solve unique architectural challenges. This initiative allows us to push boundaries in form, function, and fabrication techniques for distinctive project outcomes.
People
Dwayne MacEwen
Founder, Principal
AIA-certified architect with 28+ years experience. Former construction business owner who brings practical structural knowledge to design. Leads creative vision for all firm projects while maintaining technical excellence.
Kavitha Marudadu
Principal
20+ year architectural veteran specializing in hospitality and commercial projects. Manages client relationships and design execution. Recognized for expertise in integrated project delivery systems and client servicing.
Jeremy Leech
Associate Principal
12-year architecture professional with hospitality and urban planning expertise. Oversees project execution across scales, ensuring alignment with client goals while maintaining design integrity within budget constraints.
Jessica Saravia
Technical Director
20+ year construction and design expert. Provides technical oversight for all projects. Serves on AIA National Building Performance Leadership Group and Chicago Building Enclosure Council Vice-Chair.
Kris Yokoo
Senior Architect
30-year industry veteran with global experience in master planning, hospitality, and healthcare design. Brings extensive international project management skills from previous roles at VOA and RTKL Associates.
Questions
What architectural services does DMAC offer?
We provide full-service architectural design, interior design, and specialized Creative Lab services for hospitality, residential, and cultural projects globally.
How long has DMAC been in business?
DMAC Architecture & Interiors was founded in 1995 by Dwayne MacEwen and has been serving clients for 28+ years.
What makes DMAC's approach unique?
We combine architectural expertise with storytelling, focusing on creating spaces that evoke emotion while maintaining functional integrity through our integrated team approach.
Do you work on international projects?
Yes, our portfolio includes projects in Asia, the UAE, and North America, with experience navigating diverse building codes and cultural contexts.
Can you handle historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in adaptive reuse projects, including our own office located in a historic Masonic Temple renovation.
How do you collaborate with clients?
We maintain direct collaboration throughout the process, believing the best designs emerge from ongoing dialogue and shared vision development.
