June 12, 2025
CSDG was founded in 2001 in Nashville, TN, by two skilled civil engineers with a shared vision: to deliver innovative, practical solutions through thoughtful site design. More than two decades later, that mindset still defines us—but the scope of what we do has grown significantly.
As our clients' needs evolved, so did we. In 2010, we expanded our capabilities to include land planning and landscape architecture, becoming a fully integrated design firm. Today, our team works across disciplines to solve complex challenges with creativity, efficiency, and proven local expertise.
As we approach our 25th year, this year marks more than just another milestone. It represents a clear shift into the future of CSDG.
A Refreshed Brand for a Refocused Future
We've launched a new website, updated our visual identity, and introduced a simplified tagline—Designing experiences. Shaping places. This new tagline reflects our commitment to both clients and end users, capturing the essence of the experience we aim to deliver. It conveys how we bring our client's vision to life.
Our new look reflects how we already work—with resilience, intention, and a deep commitment to designing meaningful experiences that stand the test of time. It's not about changing who we are; it's about better representing the way we serve our clients today and where we're heading next.
What This Means for Our Clients
This new phase of CSDG focuses on forward momentum—for us and our clients. We're refining our processes, deepening our relationships, and expanding our design thinking to meet the evolving demands of a changing world.
We remain deeply rooted in planning, civil engineering, and landscape architecture—but we approach every project with a shared goal: to create places that work for today and evolve for tomorrow. We utilize data, proven experience, and collaboration to anticipate challenges early and inform better decisions from the start, whether we're working on a full-service site design or stepping in where you need us most. We're not just here to execute. We're here to elevate your vision and deliver long-term value—without compromise.
The Work Ahead
As we look to the future, we're committed to being more than a consultant—we want to be a trusted partner. One who helps you build stronger communities, navigate complexity with confidence, and design spaces that matter.
Thanks for being part of our story so far. We're just getting started.
