John Rowland brings over two decades of experience in architecture and design as Principal of Rowland+Broughton. Inspired by collaboration with clients, artists and other design practitioners, John sees the opportunity for an intrinsic integration of art, space and light in the unique contextual relationships inherent to each of his projects. John’s design skills, along with his business background and focus on big picture planning and processes, provide the differentiation for which R+B is known. He holds extensive expertise in presenting projects in the public forum with a focus on gathering public consensus.

As Principal of R+B, John is involved in all projects in size and scope, and provides leadership on all marketing and business development activities. His dedication to client service, sustainability, architectural excellence and overall success continues to be the inspiration that drives the firm. He 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.

R+B has been the recipient of several City of Aspen Historic Preservation Commission Awards and numerous AIA, ASID and IIDA awards for excellence in design. The team is especially proud to have won AIA Colorado’s 2009 Young Firm of the Year. R+B is also annually recognized for firm achievement on Interior Design magazine’s Top Hospitality Design and Interior Design Giants lists.

As Principal of Rowland+Broughton, Sarah brings over two decades of experience in the architecture and interior design industry. She is the champion of R+B’s design philosophy and rigorous quality control standards, as well as a leader to her design staff. In addition, she is a highly respected colleague in the design community and among clients.

Sarah leads the studios in participation and management of all phases of the design process, including client relations and proposals, project programming, conceptual design, design development, architecture and interior design, project budgeting, construction documentation and contract administration. Sarah is very active in the Aspen community and has served as Chair of the City of Aspen’s Historic Preservation Commission. Hired to rewrite the Aspen Commercial Design Guidelines, R+B frequently provides feedback to the City of Aspen on land use regulation.

R+B has been the recipient of several City of Aspen Historic Preservation Commission Awards and numerous AIA, ASID and IIDA awards for excellence in design. The team is especially proud to have won AIA Colorado’s 2009 Young Firm of the Year. R+B is also annually recognized for firm achievement on Interior Design magazine’s Top Hospitality Design and Interior Design Giants lists.  Sarah was awarded the Defy Ordinary award from the City of Aspen Chamber and the Aspen community. This award recognizes Sarah as a champion of the community and a leader to her colleagues.

Izzi Wagner has over two decades of experience in the field of consulting and business. Previously, she served as Vice President of a FOF, CBIS, helping to establish their Aspen office, and with The Aspen Institute as an Associate responsible for Institutional Advancement.

In addition to developing strategic initiatives for the firm’s internal and external marketing efforts, Izzi is responsible for stimulating the firm’s success by hiring the proper balance of employees and promoting the firm’s cultural, financial and operational objectives. She also assists in establishing the firms vision, mission and core values, provides information, tools and training to staff, and oversees direction of recruitment, employee relations, leadership development, the firm’s internship and mentoring program, performance management, benefits and compensation.

In an effort to direct and manage R+B’s business development efforts, Izzi:

+ develops, implements and maintains effective sales and other programs that provide maximum exposure to new business prospects within the firm’s established goals and objectives

+ develops and implements promotional programs and plans, cultivates and develops potential business prospects, and prepares proposals, presentations and qualification packages

+ provides market research, marketing training, system and procedure development, business development support and public relations

+ produces proposals by coordinating proposal/presentation preparation, including scheduling project milestone and reviews, and working with project managers to ensure that quality material is submitted and delivered

+ manages proposals, marketing metrics and other sales/public relations material

David Forsman has over two decades of experience working in the field of accounting, tax, and financial planning.  Prior to joining Rowland+Broughton, David worked for the Ritz-Carlton Club as Assistant Controller and for the Aspen Music Festival and School as Controller.

David is the Director of Finance in Rowland+Broughton’s Aspen office. He is responsible for maintaining all accounting functions, strategic planning, business and project financial management, accounts payable, and payroll.

David is a Certified Public Accountant since 1998 and a Certified Financial Planner since 2000.

Originally from Texas, David graduated from Pepperdine University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

Amanda Christianson brings over a decade of experience in architecture and project management to her role as Director of Operations at Rowland+Broughton. Applying her strengths in strategic planning, efficient communication and organization, she ensures that operational procedures are in alignment with the firm’s mission and core values. She is a resource for financial project tracking, risk management and quality assurance on technical production, design and and guiding project teams through all phases of the design process.

Amanda is also a Studio Leader in Rowland+Broughton’s Denver studio. She has been the Project Manager for Matsuhisa Denver and the award-winning residences Black Birch Modern and Game On.  She is also currently Project Manager for the Sky Residences at W Aspen and Art Barn.  Anticipating clients’ needs, organization and rigorous follow-through have been a hallmark to her approach with each project team.

Dana Ellis has over a decade of experience in the field of architecture and design. Raised in Connecticut, she spent time studying and designing in Detroit, Michigan, and at the Mezzogiorno in Southern Italy. While earning her Bachelor of Arts, she spent time at Harvard’s Graduate School of Design, a semester in Copenhagen, Denmark, studying architecture, and a summer interning with a landscape architecture firm in London, England. Dana continued her education with a semester at the Ecosa Institute in Prescott, Arizona, where she learned about sustainable building materials and ecological design.

While studying at the Rhode Island School of Design, she was editor of an architecture publication titled Works in Progress, and a studio teaching assistant and teacher of Degrees of Freedom, a collegiate course on design and renewable energy. Dana also enjoyed the opportunity of working closely with builders on the adaptive reuse of an old mill building along the Woonsocket River while with Truthbox Architects in Providence, Rhode Island.

Dana was involved with the renovations of prominent Aspen eateries, such as Justice Snow’s, The Little Nell’s Element 47, and White House Tavern. Her passion for design lies in working with inspired clients and specifically with local business owners. Helping clients find a sense of place is a guiding inspiration.

Dana is active in an assortment of volunteer activities, working with Carbondale Arts, and serving on the board of Dance Initiative in Carbondale, Colorado.

Sara is a licensed architect in the state of Colorado with more than 20 years’ experience in the disciplines of architecture, planning, construction and interior design. Sara was raised in the mountains of Colorado and developed a deep connection to her natural surroundings, which continues to inform her work through the relationship of a project to its’ site. She loves working with clients to help them achieve their goals of creating beautiful and inspiring living spaces, and is passionate about making sustainability a key focus of each project.

Sara’s experience in a wide variety of project types including custom residential with an emphasis in multigenerational homes, restaurants and civic work. She leads teams through a collaborative design process and encourages cross-pollination between teams in order to foster learning that supports the entire studio’s ability to produce great design. Projects in Sara’s portfolio include Mountain Loft and Waterfront Loft, White House Tavern, Motherlode and Ridge House.

Sara enjoys hiking and gardening and is active in local groups that foster learning and leadership in the community’s youth.

Scott McHale has over two decades of experience in the field of architecture and design. His ability to listen, understand and interpret complex situations has enabled him to successfully execute designs which respond directly to the distinct programmatic needs and aesthetic goals of a wide variety of projects. His ability to manage project teams from inception to conclusion has produced an impressive collection of completed projects characterized by sustainably aware and integrated architecture. His vast experience allows him to efficiently oversee the entire project process, including establishing and developing conceptual directives, incorporating and implementing design concepts, final oversight and quality control of document production through to contract administration services.

Scott’s range of projects includes luxury and custom single-family homes, multifamily custom condominiums, affordable housing projects, and infrastructure and transportation projects. Notable among his portfolio are Aspen’s Limelight/Monarch Residences, Der Berghof Condominiums, Victorian Square and The Gant Conference Center. Coupled with his previous work at CCY Architects, Scott has designed and managed projects in resort areas throughout Colorado, as well as Virginia, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Korea, Nicaragua and Costa Rica. Scott also has practical experience as a contractor and builder after personally constructing and successfully completing his own home in Carbondale, Colorado.

Will Otte has nearly a decade of experience in the field of architecture. He has worked on high-end residential, hospitality, and multifamily resort housing.  Additionally, he has participated on winning teams for municipal RFQ and RFP competitions for affordable housing in resort mountain communities. He has been involved in several projects, including high-end residential projects, hotel and restaurant remodels, artist studios and ground up mixed-use proposals.

Will’s personal interest in design lies at the intersection of digital design and the tactile product. While in school, he collaborated on a variety of Digital Fabrication projects and is currently making furniture from recycled materials using these same processes. His design sensibilities have led to the design and production of a wide array of both practical and artistic items. These items are created using computer modeling in conjunction with CNC manufacturing and laser cutting processes. The breadth of the objects will has designed encompass alpine skis, ceiling installations, furniture, and artwork.

A native of Aspen, Colorado, he is currently taking his ARE exams in pursuit of earning his architectural license.

Leslie Cope is involved in a variety of projects, including hospitality, restaurants, retail and high-end residential.  She was instrumental of the design of Matsuhisa Denver and Narrative restaurant, condominium residences Waterfront Loft, Mountain Loft, and Architect Retreat, and is currently interior designer for custom home, Modern Prairie. Leslie is adept at concept development, design drafting, interior selections, and presentation design.  She has a knack for pairing the client’s existing pieces with new finishes and furnishings to create a harmonious well-rounded atmosphere.  Along with being adaptable and creative with existing spaces, she can conjure up a new ground-up space beautifully and thoughtfully.  

At R+B, Leslie is involved in a few committees and extracurricular activities, where she leads the Material Library Committee and volunteers her time to the Cleworth Architectural Legacy each year.  Additionally, she continues to push the boundaries of the Interior Design team at R+B, by continuing to embrace new ideas, adapt to changes in technology and process, and always seeking the best tools and approach to beautiful design.

Hailing from Southern California, Leslie graduated from California State University at Long Beach, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Art in Interior Architectural Design.  With her career beginning in Southern California, she was employed with SimonGlover Inc., working on retail stores and commercial spaces and Domani Designs where she focused on oceanside residential projects.

Carrera Shea is a licensed Interior Designer in Rowland+Broughton’s Aspen studio, working on a variety of high-end residential and commercial projects.  Carrera is adept at concept development, design drafting, interior selections, and presentation design. Previously, she had her own business, Carrera Shea Design, working on residential projects in Newport Beach, CA.

Growing up in Southern California, Carrera graduated from the University of California at Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Economics. She also earned an Interior Design degree at the Interior Designer’s Institute (IDI) in Newport Beach, CA.  While at IDI she was awarded the “Hall of Fame” award for both her healthcare and hotel designs. She is also licensed by the National Council of Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ).

Craig Lawrence has over a decade of experience in the field of architecture working on high-end residential, hospitality, multifamily housing, and commercial projects.  He is a Project Manager and Architect in Rowland+Broughton’s Denver studio, where he is engaged in a variety of commercial and residential projects.  His knowledge of building design and methodologies coupled with proven management experience uniquely positions Craig as a hands-on project leader.

Craig grew up following his father to construction sites where he gained an early exposure to both commercial and residential construction types, sparking a life-long passion for building and design.  During college he developed an appreciation for team leadership as a store and warehouse manager at American Furniture Warehouse but returned to the AEC industry to pursue his passion.  Previously, Craig worked as a project manager at Humphries Poli Architects in Denver. 

A Colorado native, Craig earned a Bachelor of Arts from Colorado State University (Magna Cum Laude) and a Master of Architecture from the University of Colorado Denver, where he was awarded the distinction of Outstanding Graduate and was a finalist for the George Hoover Award.  He regularly serves as an invited juror for graduate-level design courses and enjoys honing his design and building skills on furniture projects in his spare time. Craig is a licensed Architect and is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

Rahul Mohare has nearly two decades of experience in all phases of architecture, interior design and construction management. He 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. Rahul has extensive computer modeling and visualization skills, and an enthusiasm for design and detail.

He has worked for Denver area firms, such as Davis Partnership, Andrea Lawrence Wood Interior Design, and Van Meter Williams Pollack, 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.

Alison Agley brings over a decade and a half of experience in architecture, interior architecture and project management to her role as Project Manager at Rowland+Broughton.  Applying her strengths in design, communication and efficient space planning, she is excited to add her skills to the R+B team. 

As a past member of Aspen’s Historic Preservation Commission, she also enjoys the history of Aspen. Living in the Raring Fork Valley for over 20 years has brought a wide understanding of the resources available and the challenges of building within such a desirable community.

Alison is NCARB certified, a licensed architect in the state of Colorado and has been a member of the American Institute of Architects for the past decade.

Originally from Los Angeles, California, Alison earned a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Southern California and enjoyed a summer studying in Rome and Lake Como, Italy.  After moving to Aspen and interning for Poss Architecture + Planning, she moved to Denver to get a Master of Business from the University of Denver.

Zachary Carson has three years’ experience in the field of architecture working in higher education, commercial, residential, mixed-use, corporate interiors and urban design. In the past he has worked on projects of varying scales and locations, most notably on the 3,600-unit masterplan Riverline in Chicago, IL.

Zachary is an Architect in Rowland+Broughton’s Denver studio and is currently working on a number of residential and hospitality projects. His experience in three-dimensional modeling and representation assists in the development of numerous marketing initiatives and design process presentations. He believes the dialogue and discourse of architecture is the greatest tool we have as creative individuals. He serves on R+B’s Visualization and Process & Graphics committees.

A Registered Architect in the state of Illinois, Zachary is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and a LEED Green Associate. He is from Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated from Washington University in St. Louis where he earned dual Masters of Architecture and Masters of Urban Design degrees. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Architecture at The Ohio State University.

With nearly a decade of experience in the field of architecture and interior design, Brandon Herbst has been involved in many award-winning projects throughout Southern California.

A skilled designer and computer modeler, Brandon provides a unique perspective on technology’s role in the design, communication, and project delivery process.  He understands the importance of a firm’s connection to its community and has been heavily involved in local AIA chapters.  In 2017 Brandon received the AIAOC Service Award for his commitment to design and work on the AIAOC Design Awards committee.

Brandon is actively pursuing his architecture license and received his Bachelor of Architecture from California Polytechnic Institute San Luis Obispo.  Before coming to R + B, Brandon was the senior designer and director of technology and innovation for Anders Lasater Architects, a design firm in Laguna Beach, CA.  He also has experience in furniture design and construction and has collaborated with San Diego Urban Timber on several custom kitchen and furniture designs.  Brandon is originally from California but grew up in Washington D.C.  He is an outdoor enthusiast with a penchant for board sports and an avid cook.

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 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 holds a Bachelor of Science in Building Science with a Concentration of Architectural Technology and Design from Appalachian State University. Throughout her senior year, she participated in an innovative design driven curriculum within a multidisciplinary environment of faculty and students known as IDEXlab. During this time, she and her team designed and built a new Park Office + Welcome Center for the non-profit Valle Crucis Community Park in Valle Crucis, North Carolina.

Eugenie’s professional experience includes over five years of 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. Eugenie is actively pursuing licensure upon the completion of her architectural experience program.

Adam Cook began his career at SmithGroup, a commercial architecture firm in Detroit, where he learned the rigor of a large firm and where he was taught the precision needed to work in architecture. He brings with him to R+B a diverse portfolio of commercial, work-place and education projects.

Adam uses a comprehensive approach to details that help inform the design, ensuring that no part is left behind. A licensed architect, his balanced, comprehensive approach to details is reinforced by his desire for an honesty of materials and timeless design.

Adam received his BArch and MArch from the University of Detroit Mercy. His studies culminated in a thesis focusing on the built environment and improving design and design understanding in cities. Before coming to R+B, Adam worked at Warehouse in York, PA. Originally from Metro Detroit, Adam’s path led him to the mountains to further develop his architecture and outdoor passions.

Lauren Amt is a Project Architect with Rowland+Broughton in our Denver studio.  Her background of architectural projects includes a range of hospitality, educational, and residential design.  Before joining R+B, she worked on single family homes and office build-outs in Wisconsin, Michigan, and downtown Chicago, as well as hotel interiors for projects in China.  Previous work during her career in Washington, DC includes government buildings and higher education, high school and preparatory school academic buildings, laboratories, and athletic facilities.  She has volunteered as a panelist with AIAS and mentored in Architecture in Schools program to educate students about the profession. 

Lauren received her B. Arch degree from Syracuse University School of Architecture before moving to DC.  She worked with Bowie Gridley architects for four years before moving to Chicago, when she joined Pierre Yves Rochon.  Her residential work in Chicago was with dSPACE Studio and Searl Lamaster Howe Architects until she moved to the Rockies to join R+B.  In her free time, she loves exploring the outdoors, traveling, and kicking back with a good beer.

A versatile human resources professional with nearly two decades of experience, Amy’s professional passions lie in strengthening the employee experience, driving inclusion and equity, and creating a personalized and realistic HR vision to bring an organization to the next level.

She’s spent the last few years utilizing those skills at the Joffrey Ballet, which brought her life full circle as she studied dance at University of Iowa and Ellis Du-Boulay School of Ballet. Previously, she’s held positions in human resources with Hubbard Radio Chicago and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.

Amy’s thrilled to be with R+B as she’s a design enthusiast. An avid cook, she reads cookbooks like they’re novels, loves hanging with her dog and enjoys travel and the outdoors.

Daniel Lawrence is a visual artist at Rowland+Broughton. With over four years of experience in the field of architecture visualization and architectural projects, he has worked on a wide variety of projects ranging from custom residences to large scale hospitality master plans. Daniel received his Bachelor of Architecture from California State Polytechnic University Pomona. Before coming to R+B, Daniel worked with Ten Over Studios in San Luis Obispo, CA. Originally from Southern California, Daniel is an avid mountain biker and general lover of the outdoors.

Jonathan is an architectural designer in our Aspen studio. He received his BA and Masters in Architecture in his native England and pairs his   education with more than 15 years experience working on a wide range of project types across Colorado as well as projects located as far afield as Tahoe, the Hamptons, and London.

Project types and experience includes leading cutting-edge luxury residential projects, complex commercial, hospitality, resort and multi-use developments, including a $100 million 154-room luxury hotel + resort located on the shores of Lake Tahoe, voted #1 resort by Travel and Leisure in 2018. Before coming to R + B, Jonathan worked with CCY Architects in Aspen, and has previously operated his own studio in years past.

Jonathan is originally from England, but after several years globe-trotting he settled in his adopted home of Colorado where he has since lived for more than 20 years. When not in the office, Jonathan can often be found somewhere out in the backcountry either mountain biking, backpacking or hiking with his best friend, ‘Roxie the pooch’.

As part of the R+B marketing communications team, Maggie brings her passion for design and diverse experience in digital marketing, brand development, graphic design and photography. Previously, she has honed her marketing skills at a communications agency focused on nonprofit and social marketing, in the healthcare industry, and advocating for local business at a nonprofit association.

Originally from Rochester, NY, Maggie moved to Denver in pursuit of a bustling city with access to the mountains. She had a deep interest in architecture and design at an early age, but her path steered her toward visual arts where she studied photography, art history and marketing.

As an outdoor enthusiast, Maggie’s weekends consist of exploring the trails and rock faces to the West or working on her 125-year-old bungalow.

Marisol has six years of experience working in the field of architecture and is a Project Architect with Rowland+Broughton in our Denver studio. Before coming to Rowland+Broughton, she worked on several transit-oriented projects in Munich for Albrecht und Partner, religious and multi-family housing projects for atelierjones in Seattle, WA, and most recently worked on large commercial, science and tech, sports and recreation, and entertainment projects at Perkins&Will in both their Seattle and Denver offices. Marisol strives to implement sustainable design practices into every project and has experience working on LEED certified buildings.

Marisol 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 is LEED accredited with specialty in Building Design and Construction, received her NCARB Certificate, and is a licensed Architect in the State of Washington. As an active member of AIA Colorado, she is a part of the Design Awards Committee. Marisol grew up in Durango, Colorado and is excited to be back exploring the Colorado outdoors.

Steve Harris has 13 years of experience in the field of architecture. Steve is a Project Manager / Project Architect with Rowland+Broughton in our Aspen studio. He brings with him over a decade of technical experience leading design teams on a variety of project scale and complexity. Steve is experienced in several project typologies (commercial, mixed-use, & multi-family) and construction types.

Steve received his BFA from St. Lawrence University in Fine Arts and his MA in Architecture from University of Colorado at Denver. Before coming to R+B, Steve worked with Tryba Architects and BurkettDesign (now EUA) in Denver, CO. Steve is originally from New England and is an avid skier, scuba diver and biker.

Brady Fitzgerald is a 3D Artist and Visualization specialist who has worked throughout the Denver region for over a decade providing a myriad of applications and development across the Architecture and Design world. He brings with him a background in advanced 3D visualization, advertising, parametric design, teaching, project management, and public sculpture design. At the R+B Denver office, Brady runs and operates the Creative Lab, a new arm of design for the studio specializing in 3D printing and model creation services, as well as provides architectural visualizations and designs as needed.

After graduating from The University of Oklahoma with a degree in Musical Theatre, Jamie began performing and working in New York City. Soon after, she made the transition to Colorado to pursue a life in the mountains. With experience in business management and development, Jamie has assisted with the opening of a yoga studio, and management a boutique interior design firm and a professional organizing company. At R+B, she anticipates client and staff needs, manages all studio administrative support activities, and identifies solutions for process inefficiencies and client outreach.

With her Certified RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) and IIN Health Coaching background, Jamie is currently working to spearhead a wellness program for the R+B team with the intention to build culture and community around wellness in the workplace. Jamie is also working to become a member of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers).

When not at R+B, Jamie is on her snowboard, teaching fitness classes, volunteering for the Aspen Cares Foundation, or decluttering and organizing one space at a time throughout the Roaring Fork Valley community.

Olivia Klotz has over 7 years of experience in the field of architecture and is currently working as an Architectural Designer with Rowland+Broughton in our Aspen studio. She brings with her a diverse portfolio of commercial and workplace projects as well as educational training and volunteering in countries abroad.

Olivia grew up in a suburb of Chicago and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from the University of Illinois at Chicago. It was here that she was able to study abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark for a semester through the Danish Institute for Study Abroad. Olivia worked with DLA Architects in Itasca, IL and Baumann Studios in Chicago, IL before moving to Colorado in 2014 where she worked for EUA Architects (formerly BurkettDesign) in Denver, CO. Prior to starting with R+B in 2019, she decided to take a year sabbatical to peruse her love for travel, the outdoors, and volunteering abroad. In May of 2019 she volunteered with Build Abroad, a sustainable build program, where she helped renovate a preschool school in Cusco, Peru.

Olivia is a team player and an active contributor. She has performed the roles of both a leader as well as executing collaborative efforts as a team and strongly values long-lasting relationships. She is skillful in developing conceptual studies in addition to seeing through to the physical construction of a space; being proficient in managing multiple schedules, projects, and deadlines in an organized and timely manner. She looks forward to being given the challenge to integrate these skills in a new capacity at R+B.