Business Details
Award-Winning Architecture Rooted in Place and Purpose
GriD Architects is a design-focused architecture firm dedicated to creating buildings deeply connected to their environment, ensuring resilience and timelessness. Founded by Alick Dearie and Brian Grieb, both University of Maryland graduates, our studio emphasizes that great architecture is rooted in place, shaped by people, and enriched by process. Our portfolio spans cultural, institutional, commercial, and residential projects, reflecting a belief that lessons from one project type inform the next. We approach every challengefrom multi-million-dollar waterfront homes to public university spaceswith rigorous attention to detail and care.Recognized with the 2019 Chesapeake Bay AIA Honor Award, we excel in urban infill, adaptive reuse, and tailored residential architecture, delivering work that is both technically precise and emotionally resonant. Our team's architectural training ensures that every project is beautifully conceived, resolved, and executed, whether designing a handrail detail or a comprehensive plan strategy.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Hospitality Design
Institutional Architecture
Adaptive Reuse
Urban Infill
Sustainable Design
Interior Fit-Outs
Mixed-Use Development
Prefabricated Housing
Highlights and features
- We approach each project with the same rigor and care, regardless of scale.
- Our portfolio spans cultural, institutional, commercial, and residential work, informing innovative solutions.
- Awarded multiple AIA honors for design excellence across scales and typologies.
- We specialize in urban infill, adaptive reuse, and tailored residential architecture.
- Our team's architectural training ensures beautiful conception, resolution, and execution of every detail.
Services
Residential Architecture
We create modern, context-driven residential spaces that maximize natural light, views, and energy efficiency. Our designs blend architectural clarity with site-specific responsiveness, offering tailored solutions for waterfront homes, multifamily units, and custom prefabricated housing. Each project prioritizes sustainability, technical precision, and emotional resonance.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial projects focus on adaptive reuse and mixed-use developments, transforming outdated structures into modern landmarks. We integrate sustainable materials and designs that reflect local architectural heritage while meeting contemporary functional needs. Examples include core-and-shell office buildings and retail spaces with flexible layouts.
Hospitality Design
We design hospitality spaces that merge local culture with modern aesthetics, such as waterfront lounges, marina amenities, and boutique hotels. Our approach emphasizes immersive ambiance, functional layouts, and materials that reflect regional character, creating destinations that attract and engage visitors.
Institutional Architecture
Our institutional work includes university campuses, wellness centers, and public health facilities. We prioritize biophilic design, accessibility, and community engagement, ensuring spaces support their intended functions while fostering inclusivity and well-being through thoughtful spatial planning.
Adaptive Reuse
We specialize in repurposing existing structures to meet modern standards while preserving historical elements. Projects include converting medical offices into maritime-inspired landmarks and revitalizing rowhouses into vibrant community hubs, balancing sustainability with innovative design solutions.
Questions
What types of projects does GriD Architects specialize in?
We specialize in residential, commercial, institutional, and hospitality architecture, with expertise in adaptive reuse and urban infill projects.
Do you work on sustainable design projects?
Yes, we integrate sustainable practices in projects like prefabricated housing and energy-efficient renovations, prioritizing environmental responsibility.
Can you handle both residential and commercial architecture?
Yes, our portfolio includes both, with a focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client needs.
Are your designs contextually sensitive?
Absolutely. We prioritize understanding local culture, topography, and client needs to create designs that harmonize with their surroundings.
Do you offer prefabricated housing solutions?
Yes, our GriD Home line offers customizable, sustainable prefabricated homes starting in the mid-$400Ks, optimized for energy efficiency.
