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About Us

Sustainable Design Solutions, LLC is a woman-owned Engineering firm specializing in the design and implementation of civil and environmental projects.

We focus on the implementation of Municipal, State, and Federal infrastructure projects.  Our services include the planning, design, and management of water, wastewater, coastal, solid waste, transportation, and remediation projects. Our professionals balance needs and funding to increase the efficiency of capital project expenditures on infrastructure projects. We aim to ensure safe and sustainable solutions to real world problems.

CERTIFICATIONS
  • Hudson Initiative
  • Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
  • Small Business Element (SBE)
  • Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE)
  • State of Tennessee, MBE Certification
  • Louisiana DOTD DBE Unified Certification Program
  • Georgia DOTD Unified Certification Program
  • City of Atlanta African American Business Enterprise (AABE)
  • Female Business Enterprise (FBE)
  • National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) Certification 
Affiliations
  • American Society of Civil Engineers Member
  • American Council of Engineering Companies Member
  • Louisiana Engineering Society

Meet Our Leadership

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Kodi C. Guillory, P.E.

President and Principal Engineer

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Kodi Guillory, P.E. 


Kodi C. Guillory, P.E. is a Professional Engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering.  She has over 16 years of experience in water, wastewater, solid waste, Program Management, and coastal restoration projects.  Kodi is licensed in the states of Louisiana, Georgia, Texas, and Tennessee. She is involved in the communities and enjoys mentoring and educating the youth about STEM careers. 

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Talene Kaltakjian, P.E.

Engineering Manager

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Talene Kaltakjian, P.E. 


Talene Kaltakjian, P.E. has over 8 years of experience as a civil engineer and project manager for projects in various sectors including roadway design, residential development, sanitary sewer design, and drainage. Talene is licensed in the states of Louisiana, Arkansas, Georgia and Mississippi. 

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Walter Carpenter, P.E.

Area Manager

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Walter Carpenter, P.E.


Walter Carpenter, P.E. has over 43 years of experience as a project engineer in both the public and private sectors. Walter’s expertise ranges from highway design to sanitary sewer rehabilitation and project management. He has also previously served as the City Engineer and has experience in public administration. Throughout his career, Walter has consistently demonstrated a keen ability to navigate complex engineering challenges, earning a reputation for delivering high-quality results on time and within budget. Walter is licensed in the State of Louisiana.