KDG

About KDG

KRAEMER DESIGN GROUP

Detroit Based.
National Reach.

Kraemer Design Group, LLC (KDG) is a leading architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. KDG brings over 25 years of experience in both adaptive-reuse and new construction projects—with an emphasis on hospitality, multi-family, and commercial markets. We maintain comprehensive historic consulting and technical resources teams to support our clients, while also providing expertise to other architectural firms.

Led by Michigan natives and principals Maureen Kraemer, Robert Kraemer and Brian Rebain, KDG continues to build its success and reputation where our hearts and personal history are—in Detroit.

Our passion for creating and reviving buildings gives KDG national exposure and opportunities spanning from Detroit’s famous Woodward Avenue to Route 66. With projects from coast to coast, KDG maintains active licensure in dozens of states and has the credentials to receive licensure in all 50 states.

An Award-Winning Portfolio of Work

Our portfolio includes the completion of more historic renovation projects in Detroit’s urban core than any other firm, with a local expertise in adaptive reuse unrivaled in the industry. Not only do we take the time to fully understand and research a building’s complete story, we have a dedicated historian on staff to guide us through every step the process—thoughtfully, and with great care for the history we are preserving for future generations.

Our guidance and insight is vital in making projects come to life for numerous clients, overseeing the application and approval process for critical historic tax credits. We know the National Park Service requirements like the back of our hand.

We have a knack for always being one step ahead. Whether it is a design trend or a point of view, our nuanced understanding of the real estate and business realities of today and our diverse portfolio speaks for itself. KDG holds the power to transform any project into an iconic landmark for decades to come. We look forward to a bright future and are ready to apply our expertise to the next series of projects in our constantly growing portfolio of iconic buildings.

Firm Awards

      • 2014 Top Design Firms, Hotel Management Magazine
      • 2012 Top Purchasing Companies, Hotel Management July 2012 (Intramode)
      • 2011 Top Design Firms, Hotel Management Magazine
      • Durkan Hospitality Carpet, D*SCOVER Design Competition: Professional Grand Prize Winner (Amy Bos)
      • Crain’s Detroit Business/Grand Rapids Business Journal: 2005 Cool Place to Work
      • Great Places to Work 2005
      • The International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences Annual Webby Awards: 2005 Webby Worthy
      • Sitag Design Expression Contest: 2003 Grand Prize Winner for Mike and Sully Chair
      • Crain’s 40 Under 40, Bob Kraemer 1998
KDG projects in 26 states