Business Details
25 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architecture & Interior Design Firm in Houston
Founded in 2001, Abel Design Group has established itself as a premier mid-sized architecture and interior design firm with a global footprint spanning 16 countries. Our collaborative approach prioritizes client needs, translating visionary concepts into functional, enduring spaces across corporate, hospitality, restaurant, retail, education, and mixed-use sectors. With 80% of our work stemming from repeat clients, we emphasize principal-led project execution, combining decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship.Our team of licensed architects and interior designers delivers nuanced solutions that align with client identities while meeting rigorous business objectives. Recognized by prestigious organizations like the American Institute of Architects, our success is measured by long-term client trust and award-winning designs that balance aesthetics with performance. Headquartered in Houston, we maintain offices in seven U.S. cities, ensuring localized service while maintaining a global perspective.
Services
Interior Design
Architecture
Space Planning
Construction Management
Strategic Planning
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 22+ years of experience in global architecture and interior design projects
- Principal-led execution with Fortune 100 and emerging brand expertise
- Award-winning designs recognized by AIA and International Interior Design Association
- 80% client retention rate through tailored, collaborative design processes
- Sustainable approach balancing environmental responsibility with business objectives
What people say
Perfect space
Talented team
Highly recommend
Pleasure to work with
Incredible translation of ideas
Services
Interior Design
Creating layered, timeless environments for corporate offices, hotels, restaurants, and retail spaces. Our FF&E services and strategic planning ensure spaces reflect brand identity while optimizing functionality. With 80% of work from repeat clients, we deliver tailored solutions that enhance user experience and business performance through collaborative design processes.
Architecture
Full-spectrum architectural services from ground-up construction to renovations. Specializing in office buildings, hotels, and mixed-use developments, we translate client visions into reality through innovative design solutions. Our global experience spans 16 countries, combining technical expertise with environmental stewardship to create impactful, sustainable structures.
Space Planning
Optimizing spatial functionality for corporate and hospitality environments. Our strategic space planning balances aesthetic appeal with operational efficiency, supporting client business goals. Services include office restacking, retail layout optimization, and educational facility reconfiguration to enhance workflow and user experience.
Construction Management
Comprehensive construction management ensuring design integrity throughout implementation. We coordinate all project phases from permitting to completion, maintaining quality control and budget adherence. Our principal-led approach guarantees seamless execution of complex renovations and new builds across diverse industries.
Strategic Planning
Developing long-term design strategies aligned with client business objectives. Services include master planning, urban design, and feasibility studies that inform sustainable growth. Our strategic approach integrates market analysis and environmental considerations to create future-ready spaces that adapt to evolving needs.
People
Jeffrey Abel
Managing Principal
Founder of Abel Design Group with over two decades of architectural leadership. Advocates for mid-sized firm advantages in talent deployment and client service. Holds multiple professional certifications including AIA membership, driving the firm's principal-led project execution philosophy.
Kathy Chauvin
Principal
Leads key client relationships with expertise in corporate and hospitality design. Brings strategic vision to complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goals. Recognized for fostering long-term client partnerships through responsive, innovative design solutions.
Laura Evans
Associate Principal
Specializes in educational facility design with a focus on future-ready learning environments. Combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to deliver spaces that enhance educational outcomes and community engagement.
Marcus W Acheson V
Associate Principal
Licensed architect with NCARB certification specializing in mixed-use developments. Focuses on integrating sustainable practices into urban design solutions that balance commercial viability with environmental responsibility.
Mallory Gaylor
Associate Principal
Interior design leader with award-winning experience in hospitality and retail projects. Expert in translating brand narratives into immersive spatial experiences that drive customer engagement and operational efficiency.
Questions
What industries does Abel Design Group specialize in?
We serve corporate, hospitality, restaurant, retail, education, and mixed-use sectors with tailored architecture and interior design solutions.
How many countries have your projects been completed in?
Our work spans 16 countries globally, reflecting our international expertise in diverse architectural and design contexts.
What makes your design approach unique?
We combine principal-led execution with collaborative design processes, ensuring client visions become functional, enduring spaces.
Do you offer services beyond initial design phases?
Yes, we provide comprehensive construction management and strategic planning services throughout project lifecycles.
How does your firm maintain design quality across projects?
Through principal involvement, rigorous quality control, and leveraging our mid-sized firm's talent depth for optimal team composition.
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