To say that Derrek Benson has hands on business approach would be an understatement. Derrek grew up on construction sites, while working for his mother’s remodeling company as a young teen, and as a result he perused the art of Architecture.
His natural business sense and ambition steered him towards a Bachelor of Architecture from Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-ARC) in1993. He envisioned a more diverse Company that could meld Architecture, landscaping and construction, hence the name Benson Design and Developmen tCompany, founded in 1995 after possessing a General Contractor “B” License, fulfilling his passion for designing and building. Derrek’s main Philosophy is to combine architecture ,landscaping, construction and Site requirements to create one unique cohesive, integrated design, all fueled by the clients specific lifestyle.
Derrek takes a very pro-active role throughout the project providing each client with his expertise from start to finish. He is the Anchor for each project; from selecting the proper finishes to guiding the client’s contractor and consultants to fulfill his entire vision. Benson Design & Development Company is a true design firm creating timeless built environments from small remodels to large custom Homes.