Our Approach

Architecture must belong to place, time, and be responsive to the climate. We strive to make sure we are sensitive to ours clients needs while maintaining a strong connection to place. Our Architecture strives to be responsive to its context.

Many building styles have existed over time; however our philosophy is not one of nostalgia and we like to think of ourselves as innovators. We look towards the current times, technology, and cultural context to develop our designs.

Our buildings attempt to respond to the climate via active and passive methods. We strive to incorporate time tested passive means of controlling light, breezes, and the building’s micro climate.

We feel that great design comes from a deep understanding of the client, the context, the times, and how our buildings respond to the local climate. We strive to address these four principles in every project.

We pride ourselves with excellent costumer service, the highest level of design, and attention to detail. Our philosophy is that design is a collaborative effort and we strive to work together with our clients to serve their project needs.

Our Story

DGAD, LLC  is an emerging Miami-based architecture firm taking root in South Florida and specializing in design for the Humid subtropical climate. The firms designs are environmentally-sensitive modernism. Founded by Daniel Garcia in 2009 as a sole proprietorship, DGAD, LLC is making a name for itself with local developers and spec builders. The projects are sensitive to the local vernacular of the building industry and strive to improve the relation of the buildings, spaces, and products to the local climate.