As a District of Columbia resident for more than 40 years, Mr. Schwat offers the unique ability to forecast the direction and trend of revitalization potential in many of the District’s classic neighborhoods. Steve has lived in Foggy Bottom, Capitol Hill and American University Park (Tenley). Steve delivers a keen sense of style and functional trends combined with an acute attention to detail throughout the development and management phases of all projects. Steve has participated in several entrepreneurial ventures including investing in real estate since 1996. Steve’s extensive experience began with designing and co-managing the renovation of smaller condominium projects and co-general contracting several medium-sized construction projects in the District and Prince George’s County. Since joining UIP, Steve has managed the construction and renovation of over 4,000 residential apartments. Steve is well versed in working with architects and construction professionals; locating and investigating opportunities; creating and analyzing initial purchase, construction, and sales estimates; overseeing planning, construction, management, more. Steve works with real estate sales and marketing professionals in designing marketing materials including signage, renderings, sales presentation materials, and web sites. Steve has served as mayor and treasurer of the Village of Drummond in Chevy Chase, MD, and as treasurer of the Citizens Coordinating Committee of Friendship Heights. Steve currently serves on the Board of the Anne Frank House www.theannefrankhouse.org, a nonprofit charity that houses homeless individuals with mental illness.
