Mark A. Smith is a Project Architect at Group 4 Design. He attended A&M University, where he received a Bachelor's in Architecture degree. 

We asked Mark what he considered to be his professional superpower:

Client liaisons, I take pride in handling high maintenance clients and making them very happy. 

Professional Experience:

• Industry: More than 30 years of design and construction.
• Expertise: Retail, Hospitality, Residential, Multi-family and amenities design.
• G4 Highlight: The Rafina Reunion Clubhouse in Davenport, Florida.

How do you like to have fun?:

I enjoy spending time with family and my Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Henry. Working in my home recording studio, playing the guitar, piano and singing. 

What do you think makes G4 different and why did you choose to work here?

Group 4 design offers a dynamic work environment that offers new challenges every day. They impressed me with their energy and the way that they interact while designing and that made me want to be a part of the team.

Beverly Griffin is our FF&E Procurement Coordinator here at Group 4 Design. Beverly handles and executes the purchasing decisions for G4's interior design team, and you can usually find her in the material library helping with textile and furniture selections.

Professional Superpower:

My get it done attitude! As Benjamin Franklin once said, “Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today.” AND the mute button inside my head that some may call selective hearing. I am able to tune out distractions and stay focused at the task at hand. Why would you think I would only have one.

Professional Experience:

• Industry: 15+ years putting my customers' needs first
• Expertise: Customer relationship management, a love for Excel, multi-tasking, follow-through and problem-solving

How Beverly likes to have fun:

By trying to convince my husband that I’m always right. Spending time with "Framily"... Friends + family, get it. My weekend usually consists of some antiquing…my grandma bought it… mom threw it away…I bought it back later. ❤️ some fun in the sun and exploring ocean life. I fear no power tool or a broken fingernail. I enjoy building things with my hands, beautifying my home and yard. Last but not least I like to end my busy day by sampling a nice glass of Cabernet.

We wanted to find out a little more about what she believes makes G4 different and why she loves working here:  

G4 has a..."the employees make our company what it is attitude." They believe in each us, appreciate each of us, trust each of us, are there for each of us and do not hesitate to express it. Really what's not to love. We are a working family!

Trailside at Reedy Point is a 215 unit multi-family community compromised of two 4-story and six 3-story wood frame buildings. Combining modern luxury with the convenience of easy access to Downtown Greenville's Main Street and Swamp Rabbit Trail. 

Each loft apartment brings luxury and comfort to a whole new level, featuring "Chef-inspired kitchens with Shaker-style cabinetry, white quartz counter-tops, and 9' ceiling with fans in the living and master bedrooms." ​

Fun Fact about the area: Trailside at Reedy Point is located along the Swamp Rabbit Trail, which was nicknamed after the indigenous swamp rabbit and is "a 22-mile multi-use (walking and bicycling) green-way that traverses along the Reedy River, an old railroad corridor and City parks to connect Travelers Rest with the City of Greenville, South Carolina."

Architecture and interior design by Group 4 Design.