Christopher R. Gunning, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
As Principal-in-Charge of Dekker/Perich/Sabatini’s Commercial practice area, Chris directs a variety of project types including retail, office, hospitality, residential, public transportation, industrial, and development master planning. He also leads planning entitlements efforts to obtain site development plan approvals, and assists local entities with economic development efforts. His broad experience in these areas has lead to a strong emphasis on mixed-use and transit-oriented development projects. During his career, Chris has participated in all types of project procurement methods, with special emphasis on design/build, design/build-assist, and construction-manager-at-risk (CMAR). Project experience with other firms includes military and governmental, medical research, secondary and post-secondary educational, and distribution/warehouse facilities. With over 25 years of experience, Chris brings an extensive amount of design knowledge to the D/P/S commercial group.

