DESCO stands for Don and Ed Schnuck Company, honoring the entrepreneurial brothers who built the Schnuck Markets grocery chain into one of St. Louis’ largest privately held companies. Founded in 1993 and led by CEO Mark Schnuck, DESCO provides comprehensive development, construction management, property management and brokerage services and also brings its experience and expertise to a variety of project types in more than a dozen Central, Mid-South, Southwest and Southeast states. Our experience with innovative, complex and challenging projects such as Kirkwood Commons, Ladue Crossing and the Old Post Office in downtown St. Louis, allows DESCO to tackle opportunities that are often overlooked by others.
DESCO’s development activities have touched many sectors of the real estate market, including historic landmark renovations, regional shopping centers, medical office space, office parks and urban/suburban renewal projects. With a portfolio of more than 12 million square feet of buildings, including approximately 175 retail, office and industrial properties, DESCO currently has over three million square feet under development, with projected development costs totaling over $300 million.
Driving an area’s economic engine with innovative developments is one of DESCO’s specialties. By understanding the impact of a creative approach to real estate development, DESCO applies vision and perspective to real estate solutions. This creativity has proven successful in reaching strategic objectives and maximizing financial returns.
Building Value into every development, The DESCO Group is positioned atop a solid foundation of integrity, innovative thinking, rewarding relationships and proven results.
Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, The DESCO Group is a leading commercial real estate development and management company offering extensive services in the areas of: Development, Construction, Brokerage and Property Management.
