Meet the
Team
Dedicated professionals with decades of combined experience transforming Chicago rooftops into stunning outdoor spaces.
Darren Flynn
“Darren Flynn is the Managing Principal and founding member of Chicago Roof Deck & Garden, started in 2009. He has over 20 years of experience in residential, commercial and retail construction and shares the overall strategic and operating responsibility.”
Mike Ryan
“Mike brings over two decades of expertise in designing and constructing luxury residential properties throughout Chicago. As a University of Colorado at Boulder graduate originally from Minnesota, he demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and thoughtful approach to the design process. His strengths include navigating the complexities of securing building permits and managing client expectations from project start through completion.”
Tom Bartosiewicz
“Tom has extensive experience building roof decks, having completed over 3,000 projects. He leverages his background as a road and bridge engineer to guide his construction team in delivering quality work. If an answer needs to be found, Tom will find it.”
Christi Malone
“Christi brings over 20 years of architecture and construction expertise. She holds a Master of Architecture from Arizona State University and has worked across diverse roles—from residential design firms to co-founding a design studio and teaching interior design in New Mexico. For the past 11 years, she has specialized in Chicago home inspections, developing deep knowledge of Midwest construction methods and materials. Her background enables her to identify complex issues as part of the design/build process.”
Jared Correa
“Jared is a Chicago native who attended Walter Payton College Prep High School and earned a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His design approach prioritizes client needs while exploring creative details and solutions. He brings extensive plant knowledge and years of lead design and project management experience in landscape design/build work.”
Monika Skowron
“Monika is a creative professional with a strong passion for design who combines business skills with artistic talent. She began her career in fashion and jewelry design, later transitioning to interior and exterior design. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from Northeastern Illinois University and has completed multiple design certifications.”
David Petlicki
“David is a Chicago native who earned both his BS and MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He brings over 10 years of structural engineering experience across a wide variety of residential, educational, commercial, medical, industrial, and military projects, including both adaptive reuse and new construction. He demonstrates a strong commitment to client collaboration and takes satisfaction in developing optimal structural solutions for his projects.”
Kevin Wojtas
“Kevin is a skilled Production Coordinator with extensive experience in the architecture and planning industry. He demonstrates competency across AutoCAD, landscaping, InDesign, public speaking, and sustainable design. He also serves as a media and communications specialist and holds a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.”
Erik Pederson
“Erik graduated from Michigan State University with a Degree in Landscape Architecture. As a Registered Landscape Architect, he has a great eye for design and an impressive problem-solving mindset. He finds satisfaction in refining design specifics and collaborating with skilled craftspeople to bring projects to completion on-site.”
Mary Gardner
“Mary relocated to Chicago from Buffalo, NY. She brings over 20 years of accounting and bookkeeping experience, with a specialization in small business operations. Described as a team player with a can-do attitude, she values building relationships with clients throughout their project journey from inception to completion.”
Caroline Denk
“Caroline holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Washington University in St. Louis, with a minor in Business. She emphasizes thoughtful design and meticulous attention to detail when developing distinctive client projects. She particularly enjoys designing vibrant spaces that celebrate Chicago's seasonal variations.”
Rafal Leonczuk
“Rafal manages project timelines and coordinates between design and construction teams to ensure smooth project execution. His attention to detail and organizational skills help keep projects on track from start to finish.”
Adib Tamer
“Adib graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor of science in architecture. His approach prioritizes meticulous attention to detail, exploring optimal design solutions and layouts tailored to client requirements. He actively pursues advancements in 3D rendering and visualization technologies.”
Humza Ghori
“Humza attended Illinois Institute of Technology and earned a five-year accredited bachelor's degree in architecture. His design approach centers on developing meaningful spaces that can be used and enjoyed by clients and their families and friends. He demonstrates proficiency in visual representation across various building types and maintains meticulous attention to detail, effectively translating client visions into tangible designs.”