About Us
Since our founding in 1978, we have continued to contribute to the built environment as a design-driven real estate development firm. We celebrate the fundamental connection between design and nature as an approach to serving the communities where we practice and the people who live there, while continuing to evolve and innovate.
We serve as the owner, the architect, the developer and the general contractor, providing unique degrees of freedom that allow us to work from a shared vision.
Our commitment to lasting design has positioned Optima as the nationally- and internationally-recognized recipient of over 80 prestigious awards, distinguishing us at the forefront of development and design.
AIA Chicago
Design Excellence Awards – Distinguished Building Award
October 18, 2021
Arizona Courtyard HouseAIA Chicago
Design Excellence Awards – Distinguished Building Award
November 20, 2020
Whale Bay House - Optima DCHGlobal, Inc.Arizona Multihousing Association Tribute Awards
Best Community Team
August 25, 2020
Optima Kierland Apartments