FAGAN DESIGN
DESIGN LEADERSHIP
Development & Construction Project Management
ABOUT US
Fagan Design & Development is based in Newport, Rhode Island and specializes in design, permitting, and construction management for residential projects. Founded in 2008, the firm offers an integrated approach that combines creative vision with technical execution, guiding projects from concept through completion.
We specialize in projects involving historic structures, sensitive coastal sites, and regulatory complexity. From coastal restoration efforts to the adaptive reuse of heritage properties, we bring extensive experience navigating local and state preservation agencies, planning boards, and environmental authorities. Our work balances respect for architectural history with forward-thinking design, durability, and sustainability.
Fagan Design & Development operates through a flexible, consultant-based model, assembling and managing teams of designers, architects, engineers, estimators, and construction professionals tailored to the specific needs of each project. Each project is led by the firm’s design team, ensuring continuity of vision while coordinating technical consultants and contractors through every phase of development.
CORE SERVICES
Design Leadership
Every project is directed by senior design leadership with over two decades of experience in design, planning, and construction. We establish the creative vision, guide key material and spatial decisions, and ensure that design intent is preserved from concept through completion.
Owner’s Representation
We serve as the owner’s independent advocate, coordinating consultants, monitoring budgets and schedules, and safeguarding alignment between project execution and the client’s long-term objectives.
Project Management
From initial design through construction closeout, we lead coordination among designers, engineers, and contractors, manage approvals, and maintain oversight of schedule and budget to ensure disciplined execution and successful project delivery.
Construction Administration
We provide consistent job-site oversight, assisting contractors with plan interpretation, coordination of field conditions, and timely resolution of issues as they arise. Our involvement during construction helps maintain quality, protect the schedule, and ensure alignment with the approved design.
Pre-Construction Services
We manage cost estimation coordination, perform detailed constructibility reviews, and lead value engineering initiatives to enhance efficiency and mitigate risk before construction begins. By aligning scope with budget and technical feasibility early, we help protect the project’s financial and operational objectives from the outset.
Permitting & Regulatory Navigation
We support pre-construction applications and presentations before Planning Boards, Zoning Boards, Historic District Commissions, and other regulatory authorities, while assembling and coordinating the necessary consultant teams to ensure complete documentation and successful approvals.
Historic Property Expertise
We specialize in the adaptive reuse and restoration of historic structures, coordinating with preservation commissions, community stakeholders, and regulatory authorities to protect historic character while meeting contemporary design, code, and conservation requirements.
Real Estate Development Consulting
Our team partners with developers to guide the planning and execution of design, permitting, construction, and financing for custom projects. By coordinating technical consultants and aligning scope with budget objectives, we help transform complex development ideas into buildable, well-managed outcomes.
