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Why Choose Us
In the marketplace of fee-based development managers,
Design Drift Development stands out for our comprehensive market knowledge, design expertise, and practical investment approach. We are committed to ensuring your real estate decisions are well-informed and successful.
Highly Targeted Design Approach
Benefit from our expertise in maximum design impact for the user creating a carefully curated environment that enhances asset value and income. From urban design, landscaping, architecture, programming, interiors, and finish selection to community building and contextual masterplanning, we will provide valuable insights for your unique real estate ventures.
Sustainable Solutions
Receive personalized green building experience, tailored to align with your specific needs and financial objectives, ensuring optimal efficiency outcomes for your real estate projects and effective documentation for LEED, WELL, FitWel, ASHRAE, Green Globes, and Energy Star.
Professional Expertise
Count on us for professional and dedicated support throughout your real estate journey. We are here to help you achieve your investment goals and maximize value to you, the future user, and the community.
Our Expertise
At Design Drift Development, we bring decades of expertise in real estate development consulting. Our focus lies in guiding insightful market analysis, precise property programming, and strategic management of the development process. With a proven track record, we adeptly guide our clients through informed decisions.
Meet Matt Hopkins
Visionary real estate development executive and registered architect with over 30 years of experience leading the underwriting, design, entitlement, and delivery of large-scale mixed-use, residential, and commercial projects across major U.S. markets.
Proven track record of driving organizational growth, managing portfolios exceeding $1B in value, and delivering innovative, sustainable communities that maximize asset performance and social impact.
Recognized for strategic leadership, collaborative team management, and expertise in all phases of the development lifecycle—from underwriting and acquisition through construction, branding, and operational transition.
Active industry thought leader and mentor, committed to advancing best practices in urban planning, design excellence, and stakeholder engagement.
Get In Touch
Have a question or want to talk though a development idea? Reach out to DesignDrift Development for a chat.