From Blueprint To Reality

Building Success:
Seamless Projects, Strong Foundations, Sustainable Growth

Welcome and Introduction

We are a 100% women-owned business, bringing together teams of skilled professionals with diverse talents to assist and guide our clients in managing complex design and build projects. With a strong focus on accessibility and healthy living, we create functional and inspiring spaces for both work and home. Our appreciation in the art of architecture, design, and construction, combined with our extensive expertise, allows us to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional results, making us a trusted partner and valuable asset to our clients.

Our Portfolio

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Italian Kitchen - West Loop, Chicago
Look Theater - Dobbs Ferry, New York
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Naperville, IL
Residential Towers - Chicago
Multifamily Home - Lincoln Park, Chicago
F.F.& E. - Naperville, IL
Kitchen Design
F.F.&E., Construction & Design - Palatine, IL
Kitchen Renovation - Niles, IL
Ground Up Construction - Maywood, IL
Paseo Boricua Apartments on Paseo Boricua - Humboldt Park, Chicago

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Our Approach

We Streamline The Complex & Deliver Meaningful Results

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Explore new opportunities and markets through our integrated approach.

Explore

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Design

Designing innovative solutions tailored to your needs, informed by thorough market research and strategic insights.

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Build

Build upon your vision with our collaborative approach, ensuring efficient project management and execution.

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Improve processes and outcomes continuously with our data-driven methodologies and research, driving sustainable growth and innovation.

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Our Services

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Project Management

  • Advocacy for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Commitment to ensuring projects align with client expectations and specifications, and the client’s best interest.

    Legal Compliance:
    Ensure that your projects adhere to local and federal regulations and industry standards.
-Management and oversight of the project bidding process.

    Bidding / Construction Contracts:
    Ensuring contractual obligations are met.

  • Provide communication and transparency with our clients and subcontractors in all stages of construction’s progress and changes, keeping everyone involved and informed.

    Efficient Planning:
    Streamline project planning and execution of resources of both material and labor to ensure timely project completion through proper scheduling.

  • Construction contracts are in outlined clear terms, ensuring that all parties are aligned on expectations and responsibilities. Transparency, compliance, and detailed specifications are written to protect both clients and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Construction documentation are created through a collaborative process that includes client consultations, site analysis, and detailed architectural, structural, and MEP drawings. The team ensures that all designs integrate material specifications, functionality, and compliance to meet the client’s vision and project requirements.

  • Preparation of bid documents with detailed project specifications by analyzing qualifications, cost, and alignment with project goals to ensure the best fit while maintaining transparency and staying within budget.

  • Establish quality control measures to preemptively avoid time delays and inefficiency.

    Strategic planning and proactive assessments to control unforeseen financial challenges.

    Project Accounting keeping projects and investments within financial budgetary parameters.

    Identify and Mitigate Risks

  • Conduct thorough inspections to ensure compliance with the International Building Code (IBC) and city, state, and federal laws.


General Construction

  • We specialize in ground-up construction for residential, commercial, and mixed-use buildings, including mid-rise buildouts for multifamily, office, and retail spaces. Our services cover structural framing, roofing, MEP integration, and custom interior buildouts.

  • We provide comprehensive demolition services, including interior and exterior tear-downs for remodels, full structural takedowns for redevelopment, and precise concrete cutting and removal. Our team ensures safe site clearing and the proper disposal of hazardous materials, adhering to all regulations for a seamless and compliant process.

  • We offer complete interior and exterior remodeling for residential and commercial spaces, including kitchen and bathroom upgrades, flooring installation, drywall, painting, and finishing work. Our services also include window and door replacements, as well as lighting and electrical updates, ensuring a modern, functional, and refreshed space.

  • We specialize in ADA compliance solutions, including the installation of ramps, handrails, automatic doors, and elevator or lift systems. Our services also include restroom upgrades, door widening, threshold modifications, and improvements to parking and paths of travel, ensuring accessibility and safety for all.

  • We provide 24/7 emergency services. Our team handles emergency board-ups, temporary structural reinforcements, water extraction, and damage mitigation. We also offer storm damage repairs, as well as temporary roofing and leak protection to safeguard your property.

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Research-Based Design

  • Infuse creativity and innovation and technology into your commercial and residential projects.

    Feasibility Studies:
    Conduct thorough assessments to determine project viability and potential challenges.

    Sustainable Design:
    Incorporate environmentally friendly practices for eco-conscious projects.


  • Incorporates findings from environmental impact studies to integrate sustainable materials, energy-efficient systems, and eco-friendly practices into designs.

  • Interior Design:
    Our design approach integrates materials such as acoustic paneling for quiet spaces, lighting, textiles on walls for a wayfinding system for the vision impaired, color psychology, scale, and other design theories to promote healthy spaces within every living and working environment.

    Consultants:
    Collaborate with a team of healthcare experts, therapists, and mental health professionals, to customize modifications for living, work, and play spaces ensuring the highest quality of life for those facing challenges or differing abilities of all ages and abilities.

Modern Adaptability
-Extends to integrating technology and healthcare interior design

    Compliance Officers
    Compliance officers, case managers, and administrators access to ensure UMDG acts in accordance with state and federal policies and laws.

    Paperwork is filed on behalf of our clients, making transitions seamless from medical and rehabilitation facilities to home, in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws.

  • Conducting in-depth studies to understand local needs, cultural values, and environmental factors. Their projects focus on inclusivity, accessibility, and sustainability, creating spaces that address socioeconomic challenges while fostering community growth.

  • We design healthcare spaces that promote healing, reduce stress, and enhance safety. By integrating evidence-based strategies, we create environments that support patient recovery, improve staff efficiency, and foster comfort and various types of clinical and recovery spaces.

  • Comprehensive capabilities in steering commercial projects, including:

    • Office Buildings

    • Retail Spaces

    • Entertainment Establishments

    • Cinemas

    • Restaurants

    • Daycare Centers

    • Primary and Secondary Schools

    • Academic Institutions and Universities

    • Hospitals and Clinic Offices

    • Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities

    • Long-Term Care Facilities

  • Specializing in home modification to cater to the unique needs of individuals facing:

    • Physical accessibility challenges

    • Mental health needs

    • Neuro divergence

    • Neurobehavior

    • Memory loss

    • Vision and touch sensitivities

    • Pediatric

    • Adult
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    Experience in residential projects including:

    • New Construction

    • Governmental/ Low

    • Income Projects

    • Renovations and Additions

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Fractional Services

  • Provide fractional executive leadership, including strategic planning and decision-making support.

  • Manage day-to-day operations virtually, ensuring efficient workflow and organization.

  • Develop a customized business strategy to achieve your long-term objectives.

    Implement processes for ongoing professional development.

    Insurance Guidance: 
-Educate on business insurance requirements, types of insurance, such as liability, property, and workers compensation

    Financial Services:
-Implement effective cost management strategies to enhance profitability.

  • Create official documentation and draft contracts, ensuring the contracts align with project goals, roles, and responsibilities.

    Ensure the contract aligns with legal and regulatory requirements

  • Maintain detailed financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

  • Create and optimize websites to enhance online presence and functionality.

  • Design and execute strategies to boost brand visibility and engagement.

  • Gain insight into current financial, real estate, and innovative trends that will provide crucial data to our clients

    Identify opportunities for growth, assist with implementation

    Identifying and mitigating risks.

  • Establish a distinct identity that aligns with business values and goals.

  • Identify and pursue potential projects and networking events to expand your client base to build valuable connections within the community.