Since founding R+B in 2003 with his wife, R+B Principal Sarah Broughton, FAIA, NCIDQ, John has been pivotal in inspiring distinction in all aspects of the firm. Involved in projects of varying sizes and scope, he continuously elevates team members, clients, and partners. Paired with R+B’s overriding dedication to sustainability and reducing the impact of the built environment on climate, John’s design skills, architectural integrity, and mentorship drives motivation. From big picture to micro details, he consistently edits and pushes for excellence throughout the design and construction process.

Graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture from University of Colorado Boulder College of Environmental Design, John’s experience includes high–end hospitality and residential architecture, architectural interior design, urban design, and historic preservation. A Licensed Architect, his design leadership spans Aspen and Denver studios. Projects range from coast to coast and beyond.

Through John’s unwavering design leadership, R+B has been the recipient of numerous AIA, ASID, and IIDA awards. In addition, he brings professional expertise and knowledge of commercial guidelines, Land Use Codes, and architectural policies. Paired with his frequent inclusion on influential hospitality and designer lists, experiences gleaned from travel and an insatiable quest for knowledge through reading and research stimulates team creativity. A respected colleague and community member, John has served as a Commissioner with the Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Aspen, Aspen Civic Master Plan Advisory Committee, and the City of Aspen Build-Out Advisory Committee. A proponent of the arts, he is a board member at Anderson Ranch Arts Center. 

Since founding R+B in 2003 with her husband, R+B Principal John Rowland, AIA, Sarah has embraced a holistic model of practice, continuously elevating the firm’s reputation for excellence in design. A leader to her team, she champions the firm’s overriding belief that sustainable design is an integral component to delivering high quality, thoughtful projects that stand the test of time. The health and well-being of clients is critical, and inclusivity is a hallmark of all interactions.

Graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture from University of Colorado Boulder College of Environmental Design with Honors, Sarah’s experience includes high-end hospitality and residential architecture, interior design, urban design, and historic preservation. Her design leadership spans studios in Aspen and Denver with projects ranging from coast to coast and beyond. In 2022, Sarah, a Licensed Architect, was elevated to the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows, which recognizes significant contributions to the profession of Architecture and society.

Sarah promotes a collaborative approach with clients, the professional growth of her team, of which 50% are women at every level, and diversity of viewpoints via a Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee. Over R+B’s tenure, she has held multiple leadership positions, including Chair of the Aspen Historic Preservation Commission and 2023 AIA Colorado President, and is frequently invited to sit on awards juries and speak on panels, webinars, and podcasts. Under Sarah’s leadership, R+B has been named AIA Colorado Firm of the Year and team projects have been awarded by AIA Colorado, IIDA, ASID Colorado, and PSMJ, among others. Her convergent philosophy led to an invitation for the firm to participate in the 2023 Venice Architectural Biennale.

R+B Partner, Principal, and Licensed Architect Craig Lawrence approaches every project with open interest. His ability to unravel and resolve complexities such as entitlement and permitting is critical to the design process. Coupled with proven management experience, his knowledge of building science, strategies, and codes uniquely positions him as a hands-on leader. An understanding of the importance of both team and client dynamic is key to achieving extraordinary results.

A Colorado native, Craig received a Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude, from Colorado State University and a Master of Architecture, Outstanding Graduate, from University of Colorado Denver.

With the intent of building a team with common consensus and purpose, Craig focuses on internal and external leadership. Contributing to R+B’s success across all aspects is a personal hallmark. Parallel to his in-studio work, he participates on Denver’s Lower Downtown (LODO) Urban Design Review Committee and serves as an invited critic in graduate level design reviews at the University of Colorado Denver.

A native to Aspen exposed at a young age to architecture and construction through building family homes in the area, R+B Partner, Principal, and Licensed Architect Will Otte carries a unique appreciation of and perspective on mountain towns and project types, along with institutional knowledge that facilitates the navigation of highly regulated jurisdictions. High attention to details, he navigates complex projects with dexterity, breaking them down step by step into manageable pieces. An expert in land use, Will’s advisement was pivotal in the rewriting of City of Aspen’s comprehensive Aspen Land Use Code.

With a Bachelor of Environmental Design from University of Colorado Boulder and a Master of Architecture from University of Colorado Denver, Will is an insightful and creative thought leader across all aspects of the firm. A primary goal is assuring sustainability in every project.

Will excels in mentoring, career development, and instilling a positive work ethic in up-and-coming team members to embrace goals of being best in class. Focus on supporting R+B in achieving client goals on a professional level and the team on a cultural level is a hallmark of his professionalism. Expertly overseeing the execution of projects provides space for focus on the entrepreneurial nature of the firm.

An accomplished and accredited interior designer, R+B Partner and Associate Leslie Cope embraces the concepts of timeless aesthetics and designing for longevity so vital to R+B’s projects. As leader of the firm’s Interior Design team, she continuously spearheads outstanding design while supporting the seamless integration of architecture and interior design that results in a fluid and productive workflow.

Endeavoring to push boundaries and keeping the pulse of new concepts, research, developments, and tools, Leslie empowers individual creativity and approaches to interior design, while encouraging the career and professional development of her team. Mindful of materials and working within potential constraints of a project, she promotes innovative repurposing whenever possible.

Graduating California State University at Long Beach with a Bachelor of Fine Art in Interior Architectural Design, Leslie began her interior design career in Southern California.

A collaborator and a craftsman, R+B Partner and Associate Steve Harris finds satisfaction in guiding projects through the design process from beginning to end, while executing ideas and ensuring the final product aligns with the client’s guiding vision. As a leader, he works to nurture and grow the R+B team, supporting personal, professional, and project-related needs. Supporting the firm’s sustainability goals and initiatives, he drives innovation and consciousness vital to R+B projects.

Complementing his considerable knowledge of design, construction systems and types, budgets, schedules, fee proposals, and documentation is Steve’s experience with residential and commercial projects. World-wide travel has spurred his interest in and understanding of the impact a wide variety of cultures have on their built environment.

Steve received his Bachelor of Fine Arts from St. Lawrence University of Fine Arts and his Master of Architecture from the University of Colorado Denver.

A technology-driven designer, R+B Partner and Associate Brandon Herbst has a passion for innovation and collaboration. As leader of the firm’s Revit Committee, he provides a unique perspective on technology’s role in the design, communication, and project delivery process. He believes that training and education are critical to ensuring effective use of technology, particularly to realize R+B’s unique collaboration, visualization, analysis, and documentation capabilities. Leading career and professional growth within the team is essential to his role.

Focusing on elevating developmental tools to streamline and support the design process, Brandon’s expertise has helped reimagine the handshake between modeling, documentation, and rendering software, encouraging seamless integration of all processes. His approach to managing software in context of the design process helps to balance speed, efficiency, and quality to meet project and firmwide goals.

Originally from California, Brandon received his Bachelor of Architecture from California Polytechnic Institute San Luis Obispo. He is currently an active advisory member of Denver’s Lower Downtown Urban Design Committee, and consistently promotes the importance of a firm’s connection to the community.

Keeping a pulse on the team as a whole, R+B Partner and Director of Human Resources Shana Broback plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s people strategy and driving its overall success. Her ability to manage expectations while maintaining neutrality is critical to internal stability and progress alike. 

Championing creative thinking and staying ahead of the curve, Shana is a passionate and strategic leader, supporting all stakeholders with the unique perspective that people are an organization’s greatest asset. Known for her collaborative leadership style, Shana excels at building strong relationships at all levels of the organization. She believes in fostering open lines of communication and providing guidance and support to create a positive work environment where individuals can thrive. Professional skills include employment law and compliance, organizational and leadership development, compensation and benefits, and talent acquisition.

Leading the R+B team’s in-house Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) committee she recognizes the significant impact this has on employee satisfaction, innovation, and overall firm performance. Shana earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology degree from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. She received a Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM-CP) designation in 2016.

A Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner, David Forsman brings over two decades of knowledge and experience to R+B’s financial operations. In his role as Director of Finance, he is directly responsible for overseeing all financial functions of the firm, from budgeting and forecasting to financial analysis and reporting.

Working closely with the firm’s leadership team, David develops and implements financial strategies that support the firm’s growth and profitability goals. Through effective financial management, he has helped drive financial performance and improved business operations.

David holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Pepperdine University. Dedicated to advancing the field of corporate financial planning & analysis, he is working toward achieving the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) Certification with Corporate Finance Institute.

R+B Director of Marketing Karley Bessez leads the firm’s overall marketing strategy and communication efforts. A brand storyteller, she brings a unique view to initiating branding efforts, leveraging the team and promoting the firm’s multi-faceted, two decade-plus portfolio of work.

Collaborating with R+B’s Leadership Team, Karley is responsible for key marketing activities, including proposals, CRM oversight, accolades, social media strategy, photography direction, content management, and SEO direction. Her positive, creative attitude and interaction with team members promotes participation and teamwork.

Karley received a Bachelor of Arts, International Relations and French from Bucknell University and earned a Certificate in Graphic Design from Parsons School of Design.

Rahul Mohare has worked on a wide array of projects, including urban infill mixed-use developments, high-end residential, multi-family residential, commercial, adaptive reuse and urban design. With over two decades of experience in all phases of architecture, interior design and construction management, Rahul has extensive computer modeling, visualization skills with an enthusiasm for design and detail.

He has worked for Denver area firms across all phases of architecture, interior design, and construction management. In 2008, Rahul was awarded the AIA Young Architect Award for built Architecture for the Rail Yard Lofts projects. 

Personal passions include cooking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Mark Bever is a Project Manager and provides his expertise on a variety of Rowland+Broughton residential projects. He is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and a LEED Accredited Professional. Mark is also involved with Habitat for Humanity in Denver.

Previously, Mark worked on high-end residential projects throughout the Roaring Fork Valley and has professional familiarity in the Denver residential real estate business.

A Colorado native from Ft. Collins, Mark earned his Bachelor of Environmental Design from the University of Colorado at Boulder. 

Greg Ingalls received his Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Design from CU Boulder, his Master’s degree in Architecture at The Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) and is licensed in Colorado and California. He is a designer of all scales – having worked on interiors, homes, large commercial buildings, and furniture. He has over a decade of experience in the field of architecture, construction, and fabrication. Greg brings his enthusiasm for functional, efficient design to the team.

As an advocate for sustainable design, Greg holds a board seat on the Colorado Green Building Guild. He has spent much of his career reusing and renovating existing building and materials for new life.

Greg is originally from Newbury, MA and has a deep appreciation for music and sports.

Eugenie Provost received her Masters of Architecture from the University of Louisiana Lafayette – School of Architecture and Design.  During her Graduate Studies, Eugenie worked on several service projects, supported faculty grant research, and recently completed her investigation of early education and elderly care in her Master’s Project. Additionally, her research on “Cell Phone Technology and the Built Environment,” with T. Scott Smith, Phd, Corey L. Saft, RA, LEED-AP, and Ashlie Latiolais, AIA NCARB, was published in Cell Phone Distraction, Human Factors, and Litigation, 2^nd edition, in the Spring of 2018.

She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Building Science with a Concentration of Architectural Technology and Design from Appalachian State University.

Eugenie Provost’s approach to design applies a balance between her technical skills and visual talents to achieve work that is immersed with high attention to detail, quality of craft, and socio-economic stewardship.

Eugenie’s professional experience includes residential design work as well as architectural summer internships in both Lafayette, LA and Houston, TX, ranging from mixed-use developments to healthcare architecture projects. 

Marisol Foreman received her Bachelor of Environmental Design with an Architecture focus from the University of Colorado at Boulder and her Master of Architecture with a Sustainable Systems and Design Degree Focus and Daylighting Certificate from the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. She has studied in Rome, in Sydney under Glenn Murcutt, and in Berlin, Germany. She is LEED accredited with specialty in Building Design and Construction, received her NCARB Certificate, and is a licensed Architect in the State of Colorado and the State of Washington. As an active volunteer, she is on the Board of the Colorado Green Building Guild (CGBG) and a member of the AIA Colorado Design + Honor Awards Committee.

Marisol has nearly a decade of experience working in the field of architecture and is the Sustainability Architectural Manager with Rowland+Broughton. Before coming to Rowland+Broughton, she worked on several transit-oriented projects in Munich, Germany for Albrecht und Partner, religious and multi-family housing projects for atelierjones in Seattle, WA, and on large commercial, science and tech, sports, recreation, and entertainment projects. Marisol strives to implement sustainable design practices into every project and has experience working on LEED certified buildings.

Marisol grew up skiing, mountain biking, camping, and hiking in Durango, Colorado and loves exploring the Colorado outdoors.

Jacob George is a Senior 3D Artist and Visualization specialist for Rowland+Broughton. Before coming to Rowland+Broughton, he began working as a lighting designer and architectural designer during his final year at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Jacob has a passion for architecture and design, but an even stronger passion for the arts and technologies that support the field. He brings with him a background in lighting design and a diverse project history ranging from multifamily, to healthcare and retail.

Jacob was born and raised in Denver, Colorado and loves to enjoy all that the great state has to offer.

As Studio Manager and Executive Assistant, Julie Gillespie oversees the Rowland+Broughton studio and brings a variety of skills that contribute to the success of a dynamic team. Her ability to manage and maintain an organized studio ensures the overall environment is professional and efficient for clients, visitors, and team members. 

Originally from Austin, Texas, Julie found herself living in Colorado for the opportunities and cool weather. In her free time she enjoys hiking, cooking, and engaging in the local comedy community. 

Julie’s passion is people. She thrives on new interactions, making long lasting connections and learning from everyone she meets. She has integrated herself into the local community through professional relationships and social involvement, including Roaring Fork Leadership, City of Aspen Citizen’s Academy and previously managing the City of Aspen Non-Profit Grants program.

Brooke Pisani graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder with a Bachelor of Environmental Design, Architecture, bringing a fresh perspective and enthusiastic attitude to the firm as an Architectural Designer.

Brooke’s previous experience in interior design directed her to Rowland+Broughton, thus beginning her career in architecture with a skilled and versatile firm.

Brooke grew up in Aspen, Colorado and has always dreamed of being involved in design which makes the mountain town so remarkable. 

In her free time, you can almost always find Brooke hiking.

James Jones joined Rowland+Broughton after receiving his Masters of Architecture from Kansas State University. During his time at K-State he spent time as an intern and studied abroad in Orvieto, Italy. Through the experience gained while traveling the world, interning and learning from professors who strongly care for the environment, James quickly became passionate about well-being in the built world.

Growing up in a small town in Kansas, James developed a strong passion for place. He believes every project should draw inspiration from the site, climate, and history of that place. He approaches design in a simplistic way – he takes notice in the conceptual ideas and every project detail while focusing on sustainable solutions that respect nature and promote healthy living.

When he is not in the office, James strives to soak up every opportunity for outdoor recreation Colorado has to offer.

Macyn Goeders graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture. She joined Rowland+Broughton as an Architecturlal Designer and is eager to coordinate with an incredible team by bringing a positive outlook and a passion for design.

Macyn has previous experience with a boutique design firm in Aspen, Colorado designing high end residential architecture and learning the ins and outs of mountain homes. During her Bachelor studies at the Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design, she worked with a Louisiana firm on healthcare facilities and her proficiency in architectural modeling programs has since advanced.

Growing up in Shreveport, LA Macyn has been drawn to the mountains her whole life in hopes of avoiding the humidity and southern heat. 

Macyn spends her spare time wandering the outdoors with her Siberian Husky, traveling, and creating art in all forms from resin art to furniture flipping.

David Allen is a master’s graduate from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and joined Rowland+Broughton as an Architectural Designer. He brings with him a unique perspective to design, an impeccable work ethic, and an unwavering positive mindset and attitude. David was also awarded the overall Outstanding Master’s Graduate Award, representing the School of Architecture and Design.

As a member of the J.E.D.I. Committee (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) at Rowland+Broughton, David is dedicated to continuing his passion for social justice and equity in design through innovative solutions that transform our communities. He is committed to being a positive role model and mentor to aspiring designers.

David is originally from Eunice, LA and enjoys working out, playing basketball, and experiencing new places and cultures. 

Sara Abd Rabbo received her BFA in Interior Design from the Pratt Institute in New York. Prior to joining the Rowland+Broughton team, she managed projects throughout Southeast Asia and New York. With nearly a decade of experience, she has worked on many residential and hospitality projects, one notable project being Soori High Line in New York City. Along with working through all phases of design, she actively participates in some of the many committees at Rowland+Broughton.

Sara brings a unique perspective as an Interior Designer. Inspired by her undergraduate thesis, she is interested in the psychology of design and how to actively integrate our mental wellbeing with our immediate environment(s). 

Growing up in New York, Sara was eager to trade in the “No Sleep City” for the Rocky Mountain energy. In her free time, Sara loves spending time outdoors with a good cocktail and her pup Zola.

Stefanie Richter has nearly a decade of experience in the field of Interior Design. Born and raised in Germany, Stefanie moved to the United States and received her Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from the International Academy of Design and Technology in Tampa, Florida.

After graduating, she found her home in the Roaring Fork Valley and has been working as an Interior Designer in Aspen ever since. She has a history of designing innovative and creative designs for residential and commercial entities.

When she is away from the office, Stefanie spends most of her free time outside enjoying everything Colorado has to offer such as biking, hiking and snowboarding. As an avid mountaineer, her most recent challenge proved to be her favorite – she successfully summitted all of Colorado’s 58 fourteeners in only four years. She truly enjoys the mountain life and is always seeking out her next adventure.

Jake Schultz is a Project Architect at Rowland+Broughton with nearly a decade of experience in the field of architecture. After graduating from the University of Colorado Boulder, he decided to put his collegiate knowledge to the test by designing and constructing a small off the grid cabin in upstate New York. This project focused on blending various construction techniques while emphasizing sustainability and the use of recycled materials.

Before joining Rowland+Broughton, Jake worked on tech workplaces, healthcare and senior living facilities in and around the Bay Area. Leveraging BIM expertise between internal / external design teams as well as promoting collaboration has resulted in the successful completion of projects.

A Colorado native, Jake grew up on the construction site and has always been enthralled by the process of bringing an idea or design into the real world. Throughout his career Jake has been involved in a variety of design projects and is constantly exploring methods of digital fabrication, furniture design and sketching.

Catherine Elzinga graduated from the University of Cincinnati, earning her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design. Catherine joined the Rowland+Broughton team as an Interior Designer and brings a fresh view to this position.  During her time in Cincinnati Catherine completed two internships with firms in Chicago working on luxury residential, hospitality, multi-family, boutique retail design and senior living projects.

Catherine is originally from the Indianapolis area, though she her spent time living in both Chicago and Cincinnati throughout college. She is a proud Midwesterner but is happy to have found herself in Colorado, with many opportunities to feed her love of the outdoors.

When not in the studio, she loves to read and enjoy a good cup of coffee. She can be found hiking or paddle boarding in the summer and learning to tackle snow sports in the winter.

Kai Eldredge joined Rowland+Broughton after graduating with her M.Arch from the University of Colorado, Denver where she was the recipient of the Alpha Rho Chi award. Kai came to architecture through a circuitous path after graduating from the University of Chicago with a BS in Geophysical Science. Before matriculating to CU Denver, she deployed to McMurdo Station, Antarctica to support research efforts, and worked as the Research Coordinator at the Denver Botanic Gardens for three years.

With an unconventional background, Kai brings an open and analytical mind to every design, ready to learn from her clients and help them achieve their goals. She participated in the Design-Build program at CU Denver with the team that built the Auraria Campus Bike Shelters.

Originally from New Hampshire, Kai has called Colorado home for almost a decade. She loves to ski and hike, enjoying all the natural beauty Colorado has to offer.

Niklos Toldi is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Master of Architecture program. He joined Rowland+Broughton as a 3D and Visual Artist. Niklos brings with him a background in interior architecture after completing several professional internships in cities such as Chicago and San Francisco where he worked on retail commercial interiors. 

Throughout his career, he has developed hard skills in architectural design and representational technology as well as a passion for using these tools to not only articulate architecture as a series of buildable pieces, but as a means of expressing the emotion of space through storytelling. Niklos strives to bring a fresh perspective and new technologies to the firm in order to push the world of architectural representation forward while seeking his professional licensure.

Born and raised in Tennessee, Niklos is an avid lover of film, furniture design, poetry, and other creative arts. He is also excited to continue fostering his passion for the outdoors in his new home through activities such as rock climbing, hiking, camping, skiing and all the other things the great state of Colorado has to offer.

Courtney Everitt graduated from the Metropolitan State University of Denver, earning her Bachelor of Science in Accounting. After graduation, Courtney began her accounting career, and spent the next decade with a south Denver based public accounting firm.

Courtney’s primary responsibilities include maintenance of day-to-day accounting duties including accounts payable, sales and use tax, payroll, and monthly reconciliations.

Courtney is Colorado born and raised. When she isn’t keeping up with her two young boys, you can likely find her cooking, reading, planning her next travels, or playing the occasional round of golf.

Exploring her love of textiles, Caroline spent a year in London studying textile design at the University of the Arts, London. During this time, she was able to travel Europe and develop a love for architecture and design. She then moved back to the United States to receive a BFA in interior design from Savannah College of Art and Design.

Caroline Dini joined the Rowland+Broughton team as an Interior Designer. Her portfolio has projects in residential design, hospitality, and commercial design.

With a desire to learn and a passion for design, she brings enthusiasm, dedication to each project and is eager to gain more knowledge through all aspects of design. 

As a native Texan, she is excited to call Colorado her home and make the most of living in such a beautiful state.

Joel Savage received his Master’s of Architecture from Kansas State University nearly a decade ago and has experience in the architecture and design field working on projects such as single family homes, mixed-use neighborhoods, office spaces, and breweries. He brings a unique background that combines his architectural experience in how things get built with his photography experience in composition, lighting, and form. Alongside the rest of the design team, he utilizes his expertise to engage clients in visualizing their dream project.

Born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, Joel moved to Colorado to start his professional career and seek licensure.

Joel owns his own photography business photographing architecture, landscapes, and the stars. Outside of the office, he loves skiing, climbing, and finding a great camp spot with fun hikes.

Tim Kovats earned his Master’s degree in Architecture from University of Colorado. He is a licensed architect and LEED AP with more than a decade of experience in residential, education, aviation, and commercial practice areas.  He has studied abroad in London, Rotterdam, and Berlin. Tim’s forte is technical and construction documentation, making the design concept a reality and working out the details that make a project sing.

Tim previously spent more than five years living and working in Istanbul, Turkey, where he worked on projects far afield as Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan.

Tim is a board sport aficionado, loves traveling with his family, and when he’s not architecting, he can be found investing his money and time building out his Sprinter van.

Austin Gohl, licensed in the state of Colorado, has experience in high-end residential, civic, and higher education projects. Working with cooperative members in Paraguay to build small-scale infrastructure projects ultimately led to his pursuit of a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Colorado, Denver. Austin continues to find ways to instill the values of his past career in his work as an architect, always striving to ensure his work benefits the communities it serves. Before pursuing a career in architecture, Austin worked in the field of international economic development, working to help agricultural communities in Africa, the Middle East, and South America to improve their financial standing.

Originally from a small town in Vermont, Austin moved to Colorado following a decade in Washington, DC where he received his undergraduate degree from the George Washington University.

He is an avid soccer player and fan, a fast skier, and a lover of mountain biking. 

Zak Huff received his Bachelor’s of Science in Architecture from the University of Colorado at Denver. He brings with him a passion for storytelling and a spirit of curiosity. As a DJ, he discovered a love for exploring the way in which music and art can move people physically and emotionally. He now looks to contribute the same poetic imagination to the world of Architecture and Design.

Originally from the Midwest, Zak made his way to Denver via Indianapolis to pursue his degree in Architecture.

He loves a good cup of coffee, good tunes and exploring new places, near and far. As someone who is energized by the people around him, Zak is eager to continue building his community and connections with the Rowland+Broughton team.

Leah Gordon received a Bachelor of Environmental Design degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Colorado, Denver. In graduate school, Leah was a member of the design-build program, Colorado Building Workshop. This program provided an opportunity to work in conjunction with the National Park Service to design, fabricate, and build privies for the Longs Peak Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park. This project has won several awards and is featured in many publications to date.

With nearly a decade of experience working in the field on various project types and scales, she is most excited by the problem-solving aspect that architecture requires. Prior to joining Rowland+Broughton, Leah was a designer primarily working on multi-family and higher education projects.

Leah is originally from Charleston, South Carolina, but made her way to Colorado for college and hasn’t left since. Leah has a strong passion for leadership and is currently the Vice-Chair for the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program, which trains emerging professionals in the field. She spends her spare time hiking, camping, skiing, and cooking a new recipe every week.

Mark Urrea brings enthusiasm and vigor to every project he works on. His experience spans close to two decades and includes all phases of design and construction. He received his Bachelor’s of Architecture from Wentworth Institute of Technology. With a background in higher education, affordable housing, early education, adaptive reuse, urban design, and sports architecture, he draws on a wide range of experience to find design solutions which are well suited and unexpected. Mark brings a passion for sustainability and building science combined with an approach that emphasizes strong and simple ideas from concept all the way through construction.

Mark relocated from Boston to Denver where he worked at a variety of firms. He led a competition team which was a finalist in the Boston Living with Water competition and a winner of a Young Architects Competition for a kinetic barrier which generates electricity from airplane take off exhaust at airports.

In his personal time Mark likes rock climbing, playing, and building guitars, building furniture, hiking, camping, skiing, and snowboarding.

Colton received his Master of Architecture degree nearly a decade ago from the Drury University Hammons School of Architecture. His professional experience includes hospitality, historic preservation, commercial, higher-education, and has been involved with multiple award-winning projects across the nation. He is currently a scholar for the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program, with the intention of continuing to develop his passion as a leader, as well as his involvement with the community.   

Starting at an early age, Colton took a keen interest in the built world and how our surrounding environment comes together. He has a heightened focus on how details come together and how those details can influence the individual user experience.

Colton is originally from Bentonville, Arkansas and has a passion for anything outside, along with learning new cooking recipes and attending as many concerts as possible.

Corrie Kowalinski brings nearly a decade of experience as an Interior Designer to the Rowland+Broughton team. Originally from Chandler, Arizona she received her Bachelor of Science in Design with a concentration in Interior Design from Arizona State University. Corrie has broad experience in design forms from hospitality, corporate, retail and residential work in Colorado and all around the country.  Her approach to design is thoughtful and dedicated, learning from her client’s in order to create space that is not only beautiful but functional and speaks to the esthetics of the client.

Corrie appreciates working on project teams where she can empower and motivate team members to push their own boundaries, shine in their strengths and learn from those around them. A successful project team is key in great design and Corrie appreciates the ability to manage a group of talented individuals through various design phases.

Away from the office Corrie spends her time traveling, fishing, hiking, kayaking and enjoying the great outdoors with her husband and rescue pups.

Liz Whitacre is a graduate of the University of Georgia where she received a Bachelor of Science in Furnishings and Interiors.  Following graduation, she moved out west to attend the University of Colorado Denver where she obtained her Master of Architecture.

While at CU Denver, she participated in the design build program, Colorado Building Workshop.  Her team designed and constructed two bike shelters on the Auraria Campus that have now won multiple design awards and been featured in numerous publications.

Prior to joining Rowland+Broughton, Liz worked for a high-end residential architecture firm in Atlanta.  With her background in interior design, Liz brings a unique, holistic perspective to architecture and the design process.  She is currently pursuing licensure.

When she is not working, Liz enjoys hiking, skiing, reading, and going to concerts.