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Hello! I am Bailey, owner of Design Haus Collaborative. I am an interior designer with over seven years of experience supporting both high-end residential and commercial projects from concept through installation. I've worked as a Senior Designer at luxury design studios, managing space planning, custom millwork, FF&E selections, finish schedules, and client presentations for new construction, renovations, and furnishing-only projects. WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOU: Space planning and layout development Kitchen and bath design (function-forward, custom details) Shopping lists, pricing, and lead times for furniture, fixtures, and finishes Drawing sets, elevations, and construction documentation Mood boards, renderings, and presentation materials Custom millwork and cabinetry specs Contractor and vendor coordination Designer collaboration — need an extra set of hands on your project? I'm happy to support your vision Design consultations and second-opinion reviews Tools: AutoCAD · SketchUp · Adobe Creative Suite · Canva · Google Workspace Available for freelance — one-off projects or ongoing support. I work efficiently, communicate clearly, and hand off work you can use immediately. Let's talk about your project!

CRE development consultant with 10+ years of experience helping developers, lenders, and sponsors bring institutional rigor to deal analysis and construction execution. - $1.2B+ in CRE transactions underwritten across 90+ multifamily, industrial, hospitality, and retail deals - $551M+ in construction cost estimates produced across all design phases - $110M+ in active development loans monitored for lender draw management and budget oversight - 100% Job Success | Top Rated Plus | USC Real Estate Finance & Development My background is unusual for this space: I started in construction - estimating $295M+ in projects at Swinerton, California's largest general contractor - then moved into CRE finance and development advisory. That means I don't just model deals; I understand what it actually costs to build them, where things go over budget, and how to keep construction on track once capital is deployed. I work across the full development lifecycle, and my services are structured around who you are and what you need: FOR DEVELOPERS & SPONSORS: - Acquisition underwriting and pro forma development (multifamily, industrial, hospitality, retail, mixed-use) - Conceptual and detailed construction cost estimating across all design phases - Development feasibility analysis and early budgeting - Fractional PM / Owner's Representative during active construction - GC selection support, bid leveling, and value engineering FOR LENDERS & CREDIT FUNDS: - Construction draw monitoring and fund control - Independent budget review and cost validation - Pay application analysis and construction progress verification - Rolling capital projection modeling (12- & 18-month horizons) - Pre-close construction due diligence FOR INVESTORS & FAMILY OFFICES: - Investment-grade underwriting with detailed sensitivity analysis - Acquisition due diligence support - financial and physical - Market feasibility studies - Custom financial modeling across all major CRE asset classes WHAT CLIENTS SAY: "Rod did a terrific job for us in helping set up systems and processes to better manage our construction and capital draw oversight." - Managing Partner, CRE Credit Fund "Very experienced construction professional... Would highly recommend due to Rod's integrity, follow-through, professionalism, and being a pleasure to work with." - Owner, Construction Administration "Rod delivered a solid underwriting model and cost analysis that gave me a clear baseline for evaluating the project. His work was well organized and assumptions were transparent." - CRE Developer, Mixed-Use Feasibility "Excellent SME who provided a lot of great insight into our industry. Will hire again when we have need." - Proptech Founder BACKGROUND: Prior to consulting, I spent 3.5 years at Swinerton Builders estimating and scheduling projects ranging from $2.5M to $50M - including new hospitals, high schools, retail and parking structures. I earned two Swinerton Excellence Awards for coming in under budget on major healthcare builds. I hold a B.S. in Civil & Structural Engineering from USC and completed USC's Real Estate Finance & Development program in 2025. I'm based in Austin, TX and typically available for both project-based and ongoing advisory engagements. I respond to most messages within a few hours. Ready to discuss your next deal or project? Send me a message - happy to learn about what you're working on. Rod Malyshev

I am a drafter, designer, and construction consultant with over 20 years professional experience in the construction industry working on residential and commercial projects. My projects include renovations, additions, new construction, whole houses, kitchens, bathrooms, etc... I work with Chief Architect and have done so for the past 15 years. I began with X4 and am currently running X13. I am capable of producing any construction drawings you may need and can also produce 3D renderings. I can also provide project management, cost estimating and consulting services and have extensive experience in this area. As a freelancer I know that clear communication is key to a successful job. I look forward to discussing how I can help with your project.

Senior Estimator with 15+ years of experience in construction and restoration, specializing Professional Summary in detailed cost analysis and large-scale project estimating. Proven ability to develop accurate estimates for projects ranging from $20K to $10M across commercial, residential, and insurance restoration sectors. Skilled in remote and on-site estimating, quantity takeoffs, bid proposals, and cost-to-complete evaluations. Expertise in leveraging software tools such as Xactimate (Level 3), RS Means, Bluebeam, and Procore to deliver precise and timely estimates. Recognized for completing more than $500M in estimates nationwide while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and profitability.

I set up and run construction operations and vendor compliance programs for general contractors, property managers, and real estate investors. On the construction side I work in JobTread and Buildertrend. On the property management side, AppFolio. COI tracking, subcontractor onboarding, contract administration, SOP development, and audit-ready documentation are the core of what I deliver. My clients need senior-level operations support without the overhead of a full-time hire. I step in, learn the systems fast, and build infrastructure that holds up under scrutiny. Here is what I do for clients: Build vendor compliance programs from scratch, including onboarding workflows, COI tracking systems, subcontractor prequalification, and audit-ready documentation. Set up and manage construction operations in JobTread and Buildertrend. Manage property operations and maintenance workflows in AppFolio. Draft demand letters, organize litigation files, and prepare collections documentation. Create compliance dashboards, SOPs, and reporting tools in Excel and Google Sheets. Research regulatory requirements, zoning codes, permit obligations, and municipal compliance across jurisdictions. Manage contract administration, change order tracking, and subcontractor agreement enforcement. I hold Fair Housing and Section 8 compliance certifications (SHCM) and have direct experience in multi-state regulatory environments. I understand the legal and regulatory side of this work, not just the paperwork. Available 30+ hours per week. Response time 2 to 4 hours. I work fast, communicate clearly, and deliver clean work the first time. Send me a mess. That is exactly the kind of problem I fix.

I have over 15 years of experience in commercial, industrial and residential construction as a Project Manager and owner and General Contractor. My commercial and industrial experience is specifically in the mechanical, electrical and plumbing trades. In the past 5 years I have moved mostly to the residential market in custom home new construction, remodel and small development projects as well as building and developing my own investment properties.