What We Do

Looking Glass is a real estate consulting firm, specializing in design and construction management.

Project Management

We work with tenants, landlords, and asset managers to build out office and industrial interiors, revamp amenity offerings, execute on capital improvement projects, and reposition existing assets.

Investment Advisory

We source off-market commercial real estate offerings and advise investors on how to best put their money to work.

Development Services

We partner with owners, investors, and institutions to evaluate development opportunities, run due diligence and feasibility efforts, add value through zoning changes and entitlements, obtain permits and approvals, negotiate contracts, and manage the construction and delivery process.

CRE Consulting

We function as a member of your team and partner with top brokers to find the single best opportunity and ensure the optimal deal is negotiated. We work with all stakeholders to deliver best-in-class results and economics for commercial real estate transactions

Our Track Record

Delivered

$85M+

of total construction value

Managed

110+

capital improvement, asset repositioning & tenant finish-out projects

Brought to life

1M+

square feet of commercial real estate

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Portfolio of Selected Work

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The Terrace

15,000 SF

9500 Arboretum (360 Corridor)

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Husch Blackwell *

40,000 SF

111 Congress (CBD)

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Walmart Tech ATX *

16,000 SF

409 Colorado (CBD)

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Hartland City Club *

5,000 SF

Hartland Plaza (West 6th Street)

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Austin Skin *

3,120 SF

Colinas Crossing (Bee Cave)

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Braker Pointe Courtyard *

0.6 acres

Braker Pointe (Domain)

Why partner with Looking Glass?

"Over the past 30 years, I have been involved in numerous construction projects, but none was as complex as the recent full gut and remodel of our Austin office. This required relocating our entire operation to temporary space and back again while coordinating countless moving parts. Miles T Whitten managed it all with exceptional skill and composure. He worked closely with the landlord, led the interviewing and selection of contractors, architects, and vendors, and proactively coordinated with all parties throughout the process. Even after completion, Miles diligently reviewed payments with our accounting department to ensure accuracy, prevent overcharges, and keep us firmly on budget. His unflappable demeanor, honest and proactive communication, constant accessibility, and tenacity made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. I would never undertake another project without Miles by my side. He is a true professional, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking outstanding owner representation to manage any project."

—FORD MCTEE
Senior Managing Director, U S Capital Wealth
"Our schedule was aggressive with costly penalties of lease hold-over. Miles' expertise, response times, problem-solving, and results-driven attitude was truly exceptional. We never questioned if he had our best interest in mind when making recommendations or negotiations on our behalf. Husch Blackwell is built on relationships. We value collaboration, teamwork, and enjoy making lasting connections with good people. Miles is a talented, savvy, honest, kind, interesting, good human who managed a difficult project and delivered exceptional results. Truly a class act. We appreciate you, Miles and when we reflect on the Austin renovation, we hold you in high regard."

—SAMANTHA PUCKETT
Senior Manager of Workplace Strategy, Architecture, and Design | Husch Blackwell
“As an out-of-town owner, we need local partners who think like owners, protect our capital, and execute without constant oversight. That is exactly why we partnered with Miles T Whitten and Looking Glass. For the past six years, Miles has served as our trusted project manager — overseeing everything from tenant-managed construction and spec suites to large-scale amenity renovations and exterior improvements. We rely on him to oversee every design and construction project with discipline, intelligence, and accountability. What differentiates Miles is his judgment. He communicates clearly and proactively, keeps us informed without overwhelming our inboxes, and consistently presents solutions — not problems. He understands schedule sensitivity, budget integrity, and how construction decisions impact long-term asset value. When Miles is managing a project, we have confidence that our capital is protected and that our vision will be executed thoughtfully. That peace of mind is invaluable. And beyond all of this, he is genuinely a great person with strong character who is naturally curious, super interesting, and lots of fun to work with. We consider him an extension of our ownership team.”

—SHARI L. REED
Vice President, PacTrust
"I have been working with Miles for four years. During this time, he and Dustin Hogzett have managed five office build outs for me. After the first of these, I swore I would never do another buildout without their involvement. Their management process streamlines communications, minimizes costs and controls the timeline, without fail. Their knowledge of building codes, the permit and inspection process, local contractors and subs, landlords, and building engineers is unparalleled. The fact that they do so many projects every year, means that they have experience and leverage that is impossible to achieve by an in-house team that does a buildout every two or three years. When considering a new buildout, the first thing I do is reach out to them, and I have never been disappointed."

—RICK WESTERVELT
Senior Vice President of Operations and Finance | Capital Factory

Discover Looking Glass

We take ownership of outcomes—from strategy to implementation. We work transparently, align priorities quickly, and drive initiatives through to completion—without unnecessary bureaucracy.

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