Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Design-Build Services in Miami, FL
Design-Build Interamerican (DBI) has been delivering commercial and residential design and construction services since 1989. Our team combines architectural expertise with construction management to provide cost-effective, coordinated solutions from conceptual studies through final occupancy. With in-house architects, engineers, and construction professionals, we specialize in design-build methodology that streamlines project delivery. Our experience spans hotels, office buildings, healthcare facilities, and custom residences across the U.S., South America, and South Florida. We emphasize single-source responsibility, faster project completion, and early cost estimates through integrated design and construction teams.Our principals bring decades of experience managing complex projects, including major hotel complexes, airport facilities, and municipal buildings. We maintain state-of-the-art systems and licensed professionals to ensure compliance with industry standards. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through completed projects that meet safety, schedule, and budget requirements. We foster honest communication, practical solutions, and efficient workflow management for both public and private clients. Our affiliations with professional organizations like the Design-Build Institute of America reinforce our industry leadership.
Services
Pre-Design
Master Planning
Site Selection
Permitting
Design/Build Services
Architectural
Space Planning
Interior Design
Consulting Engineers
Facility Assessment
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of design-build expertise across diverse construction sectors
- Our single-source responsibility model streamlines project management and accountability
- In-house architectural and construction teams ensure coordinated project delivery
- We employ proven design/build methods refined over decades of complex projects
- Our licensed professionals maintain certifications in architecture, contracting, and inspection
Associations and certifications
- Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)
- National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
Services
Design/Build Services
Our design-build methodology combines architectural and construction expertise under one contract. This approach accelerates project timelines while maintaining quality control through coordinated teams. Clients benefit from reduced change orders and cost predictability throughout the construction process.
Pre-Design
We conduct comprehensive feasibility studies and site assessments to establish project parameters. Our pre-design services include master planning, budget forecasting, and permitting strategy to create solid foundations for successful construction outcomes.
Architectural
Our in-house architects develop customized solutions for commercial and residential projects. Services include space planning, code compliance analysis, and material selection to create functional, aesthetically pleasing environments tailored to client needs.
Consulting Engineers
We coordinate civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering expertise for comprehensive project solutions. Our consultants ensure technical compliance while optimizing system performance and cost efficiency across all construction phases.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, code-compliant spaces that enhance user experience. We specialize in commercial environments including restaurants, retail stores, and hospitality venues with attention to both aesthetics and operational requirements.
People
Manuel Leon-Petisco
Principal-in-Charge of Construction Services
25+ years of architectural and contracting experience managing complex projects. Licensed architect and general contractor specializing in hotel complexes and mixed-use developments across the U.S. and South America.
Pedro P. Ramos
Principal-in-Charge of Design Services
20+ years directing $200M+ construction projects including airport facilities and hotel expansions. Licensed architect and NCARB-certified professional promoting design-build efficiency through the Design-Build Institute of America.
Questions
What are the benefits of design-build construction?
Design-build offers single-source accountability, faster project delivery, early cost estimates, and reduced change orders through integrated design and construction teams.
What types of projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in hotels, office buildings, healthcare facilities, restaurants, retail centers, and custom residences across the U.S. and South America.
How long have you been in business?
Design-Build InterAmerican has provided integrated construction services since 1989, with principals having over 50 combined years of industry experience.
What locations do you serve?
We operate throughout South Florida, the continental United States, and South America with experience in diverse regulatory environments.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we provide full-service design-build solutions with in-house architectural expertise and construction management under one contract.
What certifications do your team members hold?
Our professionals maintain licenses as architects, interior designers, general contractors, and building inspectors, along with DBIA and NCARB certifications.
