DNC Architects, Inc.

08/08/2022

“Introducing Annum Chaudhary: a graduate in Architecture from Pakistan, having more than seven years of experience in providing customized architectural and interior design solutions on varied range of projects that include educational, commercial, industrial, healthcare, hospitality, corporate and residential projects. After having moved to US, Annum has been working with DNC Architects as an Architectural Designer”

07/06/2022

Introducing Masha James. She initially joined DNC as an intern in 2004 while completing Architectural degrees from Montgomery College and Catholic University. After her studies, she worked in DC based architecture firm where she experienced the efforts of architecture come to life and some of the difficulties that may arise when design intent is executed in the physical built environment. Now with knowledge and practice in various types of architecture, she rejoined the DNC Team last year.

06/28/2022

Introducing Ellen H. She initially joined DNC in 2012 as an intern while she was attending Tulane University. After finishing her Master of Architecture in 2014, Ellen worked in various firms. Now armed with a wide range of experiences: commercial office, office repositioning, multi-family residential, adaptive reuse, commercial interiors and advanced BIM skillsets, Ellen has rejoined DNC Architects back in June 2019 as Architectural Designer.

06/27/2022

With the current "speed to market" demands in the Life Science Industry, we are delighted to announce that Buddy Woerner, AIA, NCARB is rejoining us as a senior architect. Buddy has 30 years of experience practicing architecture on a variety of project types in the DMV, including a previous period with DNC Architects, Inc. early in his career. We are excited to have you on board as we shape our future success. Welcome back Buddy!

06/24/2022

With a staff of architects, interior designers and support personnel, DNC Architects have the resources to provide complete architectural and interior design services. We strive to generate planning and design solutions that are distinctive in appearance, competitive in cost, and efficient in operation!

06/22/2022

DNC Architects Inc. is back on Social Media 🎉🎉 🤩🤩. Please follow us on our new Instagram@dnc_architects1960 and Linkedin Architects Inc. More to come... 👍👍👍👀👀

04/11/2019

SUMMER INTERN ARCHITECT
DNC Architects is a Commercial Architectural/Interior Design firm with experience ion a variety of project types, with a focus on bio-tech projects. We offer opportunity for employees to learn and grow. Our office in walkable Old Town Gaithersburg is conveniently located to shops and restaurants, 270, the Gaithersburg MARC station, and is a short ride from the metro Red Line. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Intern/Design Architect with strong design and technical skills.

Minimum qualifications:
• Strong graphic, design, organization and communication skills
• Skills in Sketch-up and Adobe CS software
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• A desire to learn the project development process

Please submit your resume with portfolio for consideration to [email protected]
**We are looking for local candidates only (DC Metro Area)**

09/20/2016

Check out these 5 innovative disaster-proof structures that show disaster-proofing doesn’t mean sacrificing style.

Remarkable new works of architecture that are, dare we say, indestructible?

08/17/2016

We are proud to be residents of ! They are one step closer to reaching their goal for clean energy generation on County Sites.

Home Government Montgomery County Nearly Doubles Solar Power Commitment GovernmentHousing & DevelopmentNewsMontgomery County Nearly Doubles Solar Power Commitment By RealEstateRama - August 10, 2016 0 WASHINGTON, D.C. – (RealEstateRama) — Montgomery County will surpass its commitment to install 6 me...

07/28/2016

Forecast for nonresidential projects - expect there will be more work to bid on this year than last year, particularly in the retail, warehouse, lodging, and office sectors, but then it will probably slow down. More details in the article.

A bruising presidential election and a tightening labor market are prompting reservations about future spending for nonresidential building, even as the construction industry’s performance has staved off most gloom-and-doom scenarios. Total spending for nonresidential building was up nearly 11%, to…

06/27/2016

Unfortunately, problems do happen, and jobsite is not an exception. Good news is that each problem has a solution. Even though implementing a solution could be quite challenging, it can actually become your team’s secret strength.

Both of these facts being true may seem illogical at first, but everyone reading this knows exactly what I’m talking about. Problems vary in size and complexity, and the consequences can range from “mild annoyance” to “catastrophic work stoppage.” But one thing all problems have in common is that im...

06/22/2016

With a new trend of open work spaces, we need to remember about employees' need to focus. New global survey among management and non-management employees showed that the most wanted factor in office design is the ability to concentrate.

Employees’ top priority in an office environment is to be able to focus without interruptions, according to research by Oxford Economics. A global survey of more than 1,200 senior executives and non-management employees found that employees want office designs to foster the ability to concentrate, m...

06/06/2016

Even though Washington DC area is still not as modern and avant-garde as, let's say, New York, there are buildings that are worth seeing. Washington Post put a list together, check it out.

Architecture got bolder but — heaven forfend — not too bold. It is D.C.

06/02/2016

This week is 40 years since Jef Fuller joined DNC as an office boy, now he is an owner and Managing Principal. Pretty good career path for the 1st job after graduation and a year of looking for work.

Dedication and commitment is what makes Jef different. He is loyal to his passion – Architecture and the Clients, and that seems to be mutual.

Happy 40th Work Anniversary Mr. Jef Fuller!

05/23/2016

Sustainability is one of the ways to fight climate change. Even though it is a big challenge for the cities to remain sustainable, here is an article on a few of the innovative solutions that may help cities march toward a low-carbon society.

The stunning future of wind and solar in urban landscapes.

03/30/2016

Read how employers can do both, save money and keep Millennial employees happy by providing "hotel" or shareable spaces and flexibility. PwC's insight.
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-03-23/millennial-habits-may-save-pwc-850-million-in-real-estate-costs

PricewaterhouseCoopers had a big, expensive problem. Turnover, especially among younger employees, was "dreadful," says Carol Sawdye, the company’s vice chairman and chief financial officer.