Jay Derenthal is passionate about design. To him, success is developing responsive design while cultivating a relationship with each client. "That really is the total package," he says. Always looking for design opportunities and making the most of them, Jay likes to bring a unique perspective to everyday problems. Via a verbal and visual process, Jay masterfully leads client teams through design ideation. As a LEED Accredited Professional, he works with clients to integrate sustainable design features into each project.

Infusing humor to lighten tense situations, Jay is known for his likeable personality. In addition to his interest in sustainable design, Jay is intrigued with family history research, tracing his roots back to Germany, Ireland and France.