Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Land Development Solutions
Founded over five decades ago, Core Design has established itself as a leader in integrated land development solutions. Our multidisciplinary team of licensed professionals combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver comprehensive planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture, and surveying services. With a proven track record in both public and private sector projects, we specialize in transforming complex challenges into functional, sustainable environments. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to client collaboration, ensuring every project aligns with community needs and regulatory requirements.Operating across multiple states, we maintain long-standing relationships with jurisdictions and contractors that streamline project approvals and execution. Through our holistic approach, we create value-added developments that enhance urban landscapes while maintaining environmental stewardship. Our leadership team brings decades of collective experience, fostering a culture where technical excellence and client service are paramount. This enduring philosophy has made us a trusted partner for residential, commercial, and institutional clients nationwide.
Services
Surveying
Civil Engineering
Planning
Landscape Architecture
Development Management
Project Feasibility Studies
Storm Drainage Design
Road Design
Sewer Extensions
Low Impact Development
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in integrated land development solutions
- Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed professionals in 11 states
- We maintain established relationships with regulatory agencies and contractors
- Our engineers participate in construction phase coordination for project continuity
- We combine technical expertise with creative community design principles
Services
Civil Engineering
Core Design's civil engineering team provides comprehensive infrastructure solutions for land development projects. Our licensed professionals deliver site-specific designs including roadways, drainage systems, utility extensions, and grading plans. We maintain continuous client collaboration throughout project phases to ensure regulatory compliance and construction feasibility while optimizing cost efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architecture services integrate natural and built environments through innovative site design solutions. The team creates functional outdoor spaces that enhance property value while addressing environmental constraints. Services include planting design, streetscape planning, and urban design that harmonize development with ecological preservation across residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
Development Management
Development management services provide end-to-end project coordination from feasibility studies to construction completion. Our experienced team offers cost analysis, construction management, and value engineering while maintaining budget control and schedule adherence. This comprehensive approach streamlines regulatory approvals and ensures successful project delivery across diverse land development types.
Planning Services
Core Design's planning experts create innovative land use solutions that balance market demands with regulatory requirements. We specialize in site analysis, zoning compliance, and master planning for mixed-use developments. Our process incorporates environmental considerations and infrastructure planning to create functional, marketable communities that meet evolving urban development standards.
Surveying Services
With over 50 years of experience, our surveying department delivers precise boundary determination and topographic mapping for development projects. Services include construction staking, ALTA surveys, and GIS data collection that support accurate engineering and design decisions across residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects.
People
Gary Sharnbroich
Principal
Licensed professional engineer with extensive experience in civil engineering and land development projects across multiple states.
Glenn Sprague
Principal
Professional land surveyor leading surveying operations with decades of experience in boundary determination and construction staking.
Lafe Hermansen
Department Head
Planning director specializing in community design and land use entitlements with comprehensive knowledge of zoning regulations.
Michael Moody
Department Head
Licensed civil engineer managing engineering operations with expertise in infrastructure design and regulatory compliance.
Lindsey Solorio
Department Head
Licensed landscape architect directing site design services that integrate environmental considerations with functional development needs.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We provide services in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, and Kansas.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialize in residential developments, commercial sites, planned communities, institutional facilities, and public infrastructure projects.
How long have you been in business?
Core Design has been providing professional services for over 50 years since its founding in 1975.
What makes your firm different?
Our multidisciplinary approach combines engineering, planning, and design expertise under one roof for integrated project solutions.
Do you offer construction phase services?
Yes, our engineers provide construction administration and coordination services throughout the building process.
Are your professionals licensed?
All our engineers, surveyors, and landscape architects hold active licenses in multiple states across the US.
