Who We Are

 

We founded D|Watts with a simple goal: to create a firm that reflects our passion for exceptional craftsmanship and meaningful client relationships. Over the years, our focus on high-end commercial interiors and our commitment to collaboration have allowed us to partner with some of the best minds in the industry—designers, brokers, and project managers who share our dedication to excellence.

But this is just the beginning.

As we look to the future, we see a world of possibilities. While our roots are in commercial office interiors, we’re inspired to explore where our clients’ ambitions take us—whether that’s expanding into new markets, venturing beyond Washington, DC, or embracing innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Our size is our strength. Being a selective, agile team means we can provide the senior-level attention and care every project deserves. It allows us to grow intentionally and collaboratively with partners and clients who share our vision for creating extraordinary spaces.

For us, the journey is about more than building spaces—it’s about building relationships and creating opportunities to grow together. Whether you’re envisioning your next office, a new venture, or a project that redefines your space entirely, we’re excited to be part of your journey.

Here’s to the future and all it holds.

David Doherty's Signature
Jeremiah Watts's Signature
Principals and Co-founders
Jeremiah Watts and David Doherty

 

Our success is built on relationships—with our colleagues, our clients, and the community in which we live and work. We didn’t get into this business to merely transact. We believe in giving back, delivering excellence, and disrupting the status quo. See how we put these principles into practice.

 

MISSION
D|Watts builds great projects while delivering exceptional client experiences.
VISION
To redefine what is possible in the construction industry.
VALUES
We engage diverse perspectives to collaborate and create with unwavering commitment to integrity and excellence.

Our Core Values

INTEGRITY

Prioritize honesty and ethics

  • Do the right thing.
  • Follow through on commitments.
  • Acknowledge and own mistakes.

DIVERSITY

Stronger from varied perspective

  • Engage a diverse workforce.
  • Treat others with respect.
  • Create safe space to share.
  • Listen to understand.
  • Reconsider my opinions and “way.”

COLLABORATION

Strengthen team bonds to produce

  • Have fun and deepen relationships.
  • Make effective requests.
  • Ask for and offer help generously.
  • Assume positive intent.

EXCELLENCE

Create exceptional “wow” moments

  • Prioritize personal wellness.
  • Solicit and receive feedback well.
  • Exceed expectations.
  • Challenge the status quo.
  • Differentiate through the details.

CREATIVITY

Challenge the status quo to innovate

  • Embrace flexibility to innovate.
  • Seek and share bold ideas.
  • Reframe challenges as opportunity.
  • Adopt Yes/And approach to ideate.
  • Leverage mistakes to learn.

Community Is Core

We’re not just building beautiful interior spaces. We’re building places to meet, work, collaborate, spark ideas, and make a difference. We feel the same way about our community. Giving back is a fundamental part of who we are and we’re proud to support meaningful causes through partnerships and initiatives.

We also encourage our team members to get involved by giving them days off to volunteer their time to their favorite cause or organization. Together, we’re working to make a difference, one project and one act of kindness at a time.

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D|Watts Institute

At D|Watts, our core values include collaboration, excellence, and creativity. It’s in that spirit that we developed the D|Watts Institute. Classes range from “Submittal and Material Management” to “Time Management” to “Owner-Vendor Coordination.” Each employee at D|Watts Construction is required to take annual training courses and continued education credits at the Institute. When our team is constantly learning and growing, we know our clients are getting the best service possible.

Build With Us

We’re proud of the team we’ve built at D|Watts, and we’re proud of what we’re building together. We believe in investing in our colleagues, creating a culture of trust and growth, and giving back to our community. If you think that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.