Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architecture Partner in Salisbury, MD
Design Matters is a full-service architecture firm founded in 2019 by Daniel Moreno-Holt and Carlos Moreno. Our practice combines decades of experience in architecture and construction with a commitment to creating spaces that reflect our clients' unique needs and aspirations. We specialize in designing residences that prioritize sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic beauty while extending our expertise to commercial, institutional, urban design, and landscape projects. Based in Salisbury, MD, we serve the Delmarva Peninsula and surrounding beachfront communities, including Rehoboth Beach, Ocean City, St. Michaels, and Easton. Our approach begins with listening to your goals, routines, and dreams, ensuring every project is tailored to bring your vision to life with clarity and creativity.Daniel Moreno, a licensed architect with a LEED AP certification, brings academic excellence and sustainable design expertise, while Carlos Moreno contributes over 40 years of international and local architectural experience. We pride ourselves on understanding regional character and designing homes that harmonize with the environment and history of the Eastern Shore. Our team of freelancers collaborates across disciplines to deliver high-quality services for projects ranging from small interior renovations to large-scale urban developments. We believe design matters in every detail, from natural light and material selection to the flow and scale of spaces that age gracefully. Let us guide you through every phase of the design process, transforming your ideas into tangible, meaningful spaces.
Services
Single-Family Homes
Commercial Projects
Civic + Institutional
Urban Design
Landscape Work
Residential Renovations
Coastal Construction
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We bring decades of combined experience in architecture and construction.
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals specializing in sustainable design.
- We tailor designs to local landscapes and historical contexts.
- We offer full-service expertise from concept to completion.
- Our regional knowledge ensures compliance with coastal and urban codes.
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
Services
Single-Family Homes
We design tailored single-family homes that prioritize sustainability, natural light, and functional layouts. Our process integrates client lifestyles with regional aesthetics, ensuring spaces that age gracefully. Projects include waterfront properties and historic renovations across Delmarva's coastal communities.
Commercial Projects
Our commercial architecture services create functional, visually striking spaces for retail, offices, and mixed-use developments. We balance brand identity with practical design, adhering to local codes while enhancing user experience through thoughtful layouts and material selection.
Civic + Institutional
We specialize in designing civic and institutional buildings that serve community needs while respecting historical context. Our portfolio includes schools, police stations, and cultural facilities that combine durability with modern functionality across Maryland and Delaware.
People
Daniel Moreno-Holt
Founder & Licensed Architect
Daniel is a LEED AP-certified architect with degrees from the University of Maryland. He teaches design and serves on Salisbury's Planning Commission. His expertise spans sustainable design and community-focused projects.
Carlos Moreno
Co-Founder & Architect
With 40+ years in architecture, Carlos brings international experience from Italy and local expertise from Maryland firms. He specializes in translating complex client visions into practical, regionally appropriate designs.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Delmarva Peninsula, including Salisbury, MD, and coastal communities like Rehoboth Beach, DE, and Ocean City, MD.
What project types do you handle?
We specialize in single-family homes, commercial buildings, civic institutions, urban design, and landscape projects across residential and public sectors.
Are you LEED-certified?
Yes, founder Daniel Moreno-Holt is a LEED AP-certified architect with expertise in sustainable design practices.
How do you approach coastal construction?
We design for flood zones, wind exposure, and salt air while maintaining open, light-filled spaces tailored to coastal living needs.
