At RIC, people really matter to us.
RIC design build is a purposefully small company. We enjoy focusing our attention on a few clients at a time, so we can give them the individualized creativity and time they need. Find out more about our intensely committed and talented team.
THE RIC TEAM
Matt Warner
Founder / Owner / Designer / Builder
Matt’s time is divided between developing new business, meeting with clients and making sure construction work is running smoothly. He enjoys spending time on the job sites, overseeing the building process and ensuring his clients are happy. What he enjoys most about his work is the direct contact with homeowners and helping them realize their vision and leaving the house in better shape than when he started. When he’s not designing and building custom renovations, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children and training for his next marathon.
Marc’s picture is coming soon!
Marc Barany
Lead Carpenter
From forestry research to lumber purchasing to carpentry, Marc’s unique and varied professional background revolves around a passion for what good wood can create. Having worked for the U.N. and Nature Conservancy in forestry research, he has an eye on sustainable materials and design. Marc pitches in with any day-to-day task on the job site, whether it’s rough or trim carpentry. To him every part of the job is enjoyable as long as it’s working toward a well-built design. The problem solving and collaboration required in our line of work is where Marc thrives, but he’s also a fan of the sawdust, noise, occasional pain and the flow state that comes with a well-oiled team. He’s also a fan of long bike rides, campfires, cats, tea, meditation and building science.
Bronwen Warner
Design Manager
Bronwen’s background at architectural firms had her working on projects from large master planning to vacation homes to multifamily developments. Despite this wide array of experience, she has always gravitated toward smaller scale projects and residential work. Bronwen works directly with our clients to help create customized solutions for their needs that consider everything from neighborhood connections to tile to light fixtures and everything in between. Matt and Bronwen have been designing and brainstorming together since their first college studios many years ago, and they continue to do the same today at RIC. When she’s not designing for RIC, Bronwen is exploring the outdoors with her three energetic kids, taking road trips around Virginia and the country and exploring a wide variety of creative pursuits including painting, drawing, sewing and print making.
Rodney Bennett
Carpenter
Picture and bio coming soon!
Bryan Hernley
Carpenter
Bryan started woodworking as a hobby in 2017, and loved it so much that it led him into an industrial design degree from JMU. After graduating, he spent over a year doing scenic carpentry at Kings Dominion where he had the unique opportunity to apply his fabrication skills to sets, props and stages. At RIC Bryan has found a like-minded crew who is focused on learning, honing skills and producing a quality product at the end of each day. Even when he’s not at work, you’ll find Bryan woodworking and renovating his space alongside his girlfriend who is also a maker and designer. In the little time woodworking is not the task at hand, he enjoys live music and sitting outside in their garden, enjoying Mother Nature.
Colin Hague
Lead Carpenter
Colin, a veteran builder, brings over 13 years of carpentry experience to the team. As Lead Carpenter, he plays a key role in coordinating work between schedules and subcontractors while mentoring newer carpenters in advanced techniques and ensuring quality control. Before joining RIC, Colin worked at VCU and spent time honing his craft in Wyoming. He finds great satisfaction in working with his hands and seeing tangible progress each day. Outside of work, Colin enjoys traveling, live music, and spending time on the James River.
Warren Green Jr
Carpenter
Picture and bio coming soon!