Who We Are

A visionary in home remodeling, Mina creates beautiful spaces that nurture and empower clients through an intuitive, holistic and methodical approach to their home's transformation.

Using Synergy's proprietary Renovation Roadmap™ system, her award-winning team alleviates typical frustrations by choreographing all aspects of the remodeling process allowing clients to actually enjoy the remodeling journey, instead of simply surviving it. From initial design concepts to the actual construction of the vision, everything is handled in-house with a focus on client experience.

Mina’s work has been featured on a variety of well-known media networks - HGTV, NPR, BBC, Shape, the Washington Business Journal, and other national, local, and online outlets. Her own home was featured as the 2021 Model Remodel of the Year and she is also an international speaker and certified practitioner of Interior Alignment™ (Instinctive Feng Shui).

You will often find Mina hanging out in the Reston community or outside enjoying nature biking or camping or enjoying her other passions of writing, singing, and practicing yoga and meditation.

Mclane brings an abundance of experience to Synergy, shaped by a diverse background in residential construction, real estate, and small business operations. Her journey began right after college with a semi-custom home builder in Northern Virginia, where she quickly discovered her enthusiasm for all things related to homebuilding and design. It wasn’t long before her natural design sensibilities and meticulous attention to detail led her to manage complex home designs and builds.

After many successful years in residential construction, Mclane ventured into the manufacturing sector. There, she honed her operational skills while overseeing production, improving operating procedures, and enhancing the overall customer experience. This role enriched her ability to manage projects of all sizes, from small niche projects to large, intricate and sophisticated installations.

Mclane’s background is a rich tapestry of the customer experience from “vision to execution” starting with honest conversations and setting realistic expectations. Her multifaceted perspective, deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience allow her to bring unparalleled insight and excellence to every project she oversees.

Mclane and her husband met on a new home construction site and have since embarked on their own renovation journeys as a couple working on projects ranging from renovating properties for sale, rehabilitating an early 1900’s Victorian along the Chesapeake to transforming multiple homes in Reston, VA.

With an eye for symmetry and cohesion and a love of space planning, Emily enjoys interpreting people’s desires and creating great-looking spaces. Her personal style is cozy, homey and fresh, and she loves to add personality to designs with color, light and fun materials.

Emily plays a key role in Synergy Design & Construction’s pre-construction services including all phases of design and plan development. Responsibilities include documenting existing conditions, preparation of initial conceptual floor plans, design development and construction documents and 3D renderings. As projects move forward, she also provides assistance in choosing appliances as well as specifying all aspects of her special love – cabinetry! Emily is also a Universal Design Certified Professional (UDCP) and is skilled in creating accessible spaces for all people, including those who wish to age-in-place.

Emily earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design at Cornell University. After serving a handful of small and large, residential and commercial architecture / construction firms, Emily joined the Synergy team in 2010. Since then, she's been involved in almost all aspects of nearly every renovation project, and has developed a special love for bringing spaces together with effective floorplans, beautiful finishes and fantastically organized custom cabinetry.

Emily lives with her husband Josh in Ashburn and enjoys swing dancing, being outside, volunteering with her church, and spending time with family and friends locally and in her hometown of Syracuse, NY.

Custom cabinetry and home remodeling have always been an integral part of Maegan's life. Her grandparents started a custom cabinetry business over 45 years ago and she went to work in the family business right after college. She loved being involved in all aspects of the business from project coordination to operations to kitchen and bath design for both residential and homebuilder clients.

Certified by the National Kitchen and Bath Association as an Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer, Maegan loves bringing her expertise in design and client experience to everything she does. From the very first time they contact Synergy right through project completion, Maegan ensures clients love their home's transformation and feel completely taken care of along the way.

Maegan has always called Northern Virginia home. She grew up in Alexandria and now lives in Fairfax Station. Her family keeps her busy with travel softball and swim team high on the priority list for her children. When she does get some downtime, Maegan enjoys playing tennis, reading, being outdoors and loves to travel.

Jenna Duchatellier is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in administrative and executive assistance across a wide range of industries, including landscape and design, the government sector and demolition. Her extensive background demonstrates her versatility and adaptability in diverse environments, allowing her to excel in managing complex tasks and providing exceptional support to clients, teams and executives.

Jenna's academic achievements include completing studies in paralegal studies and business information technology. Her education has equipped her with a strong foundation which she leverages daily to enhance her skills and improve organizational efficiency. Jenna is passionate about integrating technology into her work processes, constantly seeking new ways to streamline operations and maximize productivity. She is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, continually seeking opportunities to grow and contribute to her team's success.

Growing up in a culturally rich household, Jenna developed a deep appreciation for travel and global cuisines. She has explored numerous countries, immersing herself in different cultures and gaining unique perspectives. Jenna loves to share her passion for travel and culinary experiences with her children, instilling in them a curiosity and openness to the world around them. Jenna's commitment to excellence, combined with her diverse skill set and global outlook, makes her a valuable asset to the Synergy team.

As an experienced carpenter with over 20+ years of specialized carpentry experience, Matt leads our on-site field personnel. His expertise covers many facets of residential and commercial renovations as well as custom woodworking. Matt is responsible for on-site supervision, overseeing our trade partners, and managing and performing many aspects of our carpentry work.

Prior to relocating to Washington DC and joining the Synergy Team, Matt worked for a high-end custom builder in New Jersey. His diverse experience ranges from historic renovations, interior and exterior improvements, to specialty trim, decks, doors, and windows.

When not at work, you can find Matt spending time with his wife, two daughters, and his beloved grandson Mattie.

David's carpentry career began at an early age. Growing up, he was always building and fixing things. As he got older, he worked for his childhood friend's father who owned his own remodeling company. After taking some time to gain experience in landscaping and tree maintenance, he decided to return to carpentry and has never looked back.

Seeing how a remodeling project evolves from start to finish and delivering a beautiful final product are David's favorite parts of the job. He enjoys working on the whole process and has experience in all aspects of carpentry from framing to fine finishes.

Ready to put his skills to work in his free time, David and his wife, Samantha, are currently in the early stages of building their own farm home. When not hard at work, he enjoys hiking, camping, fishing and being outdoors with family and friends.

With 22 years of experience in finish carpentry, Evan is an expert in custom built-ins and woodworking. Coming from a long line of craftsmen, he began his carpentry career right out of high school in 2002.

He has worked extensively on high-end residential projects, including stair building for Boston’s brownstones and coastal New England homes. Passionate about sustainable building and conservation, he specializes in transforming spaces with custom carpentry, including high-end kitchen installations.

In his free time, Evan enjoys art, music, cooking, and rooting for the Boston Bruins. He currently lives in Gainesville with his dog, Daisy.

With over 43 years of experience in the carpentry and construction industry, Jon brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep passion for craftsmanship to every project. Inspired by his grandfather, a skilled woodworker, Jon developed a love for woodworking early on—particularly for the fine details that make each piece unique. After moving to California in 1997, he spent 22 years working along the Pacific Coast, specializing in historical restorations and custom-built cabinetry for discerning homeowners.

A former superintendent and project manager, Jon is known for his calm, people-first approach and his ability to guide homeowners through the renovation process with care and confidence. He thrives on creative challenges and is driven by quality, believing that “wood is predictable but also has personality.”

In his downtime, Jon enjoys playing guitar around a campfire with friends and his loyal dog, Roxanne.