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Capability Statement 

Founded in 2000, Olshesky Design Group, LLC is an   Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) 8(m), a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) architecture firm. We are dedicated to a mission of providing design excellence while achieving optimal environmental performance for complete client satisfaction.  Our professionals work in a state-of-the-art environment with an enterprise level network server, 3-D and Building Information Modeling, automated scheduling and animation capabilities.

ODG has experience working with private industries and Federal  and State Agencies.  Our performance record is one of quality, dedication, and punctuality. ODG is dedicated to exceeding  expectations and achieving client goals.

USGBC LogoCertifications

  • Certified SDB Firm
  • Graduate of the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program
  • Women Owned Small Business, WOSB, 8(m)
  • Small Business, Virginia DMBE
  • Local Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, LDBE
  • LEED AP accredited staff
  • VA Class A Contractor License

Services

  • Architectural Design
  • Interior Design
  • Master Planning
  • Programming
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Space Planning
  • Sustainable Design
  • LEED Certification
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Design-Build
  • Historic Renovation
  • Facility Condition Surveys
  • Disaster Performance Assessment
  • Hurricane Resistant Design
  • Energy Consulting Services
  • Forensic Architecture

 

 
Technical Capabilities

Olshesky Design Group has extensive experience with the production and review of contract documents and specifications and construction administration.  ODG has a wide range of experience in design with an emphasis on building performance. ODG’s personnel include subject matter experts in disaster resilience. While most of our work is in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area, we recently completed a project in Italy.

A Sustainable Focus
ODG began business with a focus on environmentally sensitive and sustainable design, and continues to work on a range of projects in this field. We have LEED accredited professionals on staff and are familiar with the codes and standards of other sustainable programs, such as Green Globes and ICC-700. Many of our projects are in the process of attaining LEED certification, and this familiarity and experience has allowed us to assemble a team that understands the procedures for attaining LEED certification. Sustainable projects ODG has worked on include office buildings, single family residences, recreation facilities, marinas, industrial facilities, and government buildings.

Awards

2016 – “Best of Alexandria Architecture Award” for Business

2013, 2012, 2011 & 2009 – “Best of Business Award”, Small Business Commerce Association,

2012 – “Nation’s Top Businesses for 2012”, Diversity Business

2008 – Mentorship DMBE, State of Virginia.
2007 – “Maryland’s Top 100 Minority Business Enterprise,” MBE

Top 2012 Businesslogo 2012