The many relevant assets Duncan brings to The Corcoran Group include backgrounds in marketing, design, architecture, and technology; coupled with methodical planning, negotiation skills, and an acute visual memory. These skills enabled him to hit the ground running—selling homes at the high end of the market within his first few years. His life-long background as a competitive athlete further fortifies his drive and determination.
Born in the UK, Duncan came to New York City via the Midwest, earning a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design (Space Planning) at The Ohio State University. As a New York City transplant, he has a tremendous passion for this great city—its history, architecture, and international and social diversity. He’s lived in several neighborhoods—Battery Park City, Union Square, the UWS, and now the UES. He was previously a board member for 7 years in a luxury co-op building.
Prior to his career in real estate, Duncan was a Marketing Manager for AXA Financial, then founder of Artonica, LLC, a firm specializing in creative marketing solutions for businesses. At The Corcoran Group, his strategic marketing plans are reinforced by high aesthetic standards. Further, his background in Interior Space Design enables him to redesign “less than perfect” spaces on the fly, helping a buyer understand hidden potential and value.
Duncan is a world traveler and avid outdoorsman who is equally comfortable enjoying an elegant meal in the south of France as he is roughing it in the Alaskan wilderness. This versatile approach to life allows him to relate well to a wide range of people. He is also an accomplished endurance athlete who enjoys both the mental and physical challenges of competition. Duncan’s been a Top 25-ranked All-American amateur triathlete spanning multiple decades and has participated in over 200 endurance events including two trips to the Ironman World Championship Triathlon in Kona, Hawaii.
Whether buying or selling an apartment, Duncan equates the sales process—from the initial discussion to a successful closing—like running a marathon. Both require proper preparation, sustained focus, and the ability to make intelligent adjustments if and when things don’t go as expected. And, when executed properly, the journey can be as enjoyable as crossing the finish line.
