IID Group consists of a group of top notch engineers, architects, and intellectuals interested in making the development process as efficient as possible. IID Group's long term goal is to increase the number of affordable housing units for sale and for rent locally throughout the New York Metro area by developing and retrofitting existing homes and buildings into passive net zero structures and reducing overall operation costs of owning and maintaining buildings.
Jamal graduated from Stony Brook University with an M.S. in Computer Science in 2011 and has been a full time software engineer for over 7 years. Jamal has been investing in real estate since 2015 and has been involved in projects to help renovate and revitalize blighted multi family properties in the city of Newburgh, NY. Jamal has recently started to focus more of his attention on real estate endeavors that are located within Long Island, NY. He is a licensed NY State Real Estate Salesperson affiliated with ExpRealty.
JDJ Engineering understands the importance of developing and implementing creative solutions that are in the best interest of their clients and their undertaking. JDJ Engineering provides professional consulting solutions for clients needing design and optimization solutions for the MEP systems in their buildings. JDJ Engineering specializes in the design of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial, residential, retail, and industrial facilities.
Jonathan Da Silva Johrden, P.E., CEM, CBCP, GBE owns and leads JDJ Engineering for all technical and engineering projects. JDJ Engineering focus is to provide a streamlined professional engineering service that is holistic, community conscious and energy-aware to meet our client's needs. Mr. Johrden brings over 8 years of design and energy engineering experience in commercial real estate, multi-tenant, and passive construction projects. Mr. Johrden is active with several professional organizations and is a current adjunct professor for NYIT’s Energy Management, M.S. program. Additionally, Mr. Johrden is a licensed Professional Engineer in NY, NJ, FL, and D.C. holds numerous professional certifications.Mr. Johrden received his Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s degree in Energy Management from New York Institute of Technology.
Reilly Tarantino Engineering, or RTE, is a provider of structural engineering services. Located in the heart of the New York Metropolitan area, RTE provides a rare blend of world-class technical knowledge and intimate customer service. Reilly Tarantino Engineering relies on its staff’s nearly 80 combined years of technical experience to deliver elegant yet cost effective structural engineering solutions for a variety of project types.
Mr. Tarantino has over 15 years of experience within structural engineering. He has managed projects ranging in size from single-family homes to soaring skyscrapers. Mr. Tarantino’s extensive technical knowledge includes the analysis of complex building systems using computer modelling, the understanding of how lateral forces impact a structure, and familiarity with all common types of construction materials. Mr. Tarantino adds value to his Clients’ projects by being able to develop a solution tailor-made to the fit the constraints of the given project.
As Managing Principal of Reilly Tarantino, Mr. Tarantino’s roles include setting and implementing the overall strategy of the Company, maintaining Client relationships, overseeing Projects, establishing technical knowledge guidelines, nurturing and developing staff capabilities, and ensuring quality controls are maintained throughout the Project process.
Mr. Tarantino received his Master’s degree from Manhattan College, and his undergraduate Degree from Bucknell University.
ARCHSAIL is a premier design build practice located in both New York and South Florida. Founded in 2014 by Michael Curwood, Archsail seeks to part ways with endemic inefficiencies within the industry by leveraging responsible and accountable design and construction practices. The mission of ARCHSAIL is to strive for the rebirth of the architect as the master builder.
Mike has over 15 years experience in the design and construction industry. He has led construction of large mixed use developments all over NYC, most recently a 320,000 sq. ft. project in Elmhurst, Queens. He has worked on a variety of design projects throughout his career, including multiple high-end residential projects for Michael Davis Architects.
Mike holds a Bachelor of Architecture and BFA from the University of Miami, where he majored in Architecture and Graphic Design with a minor in engineering.