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 fund of funds, CBIS, helping to establish their Aspen office, with The Aspen Institute as an Associate responsible for Institutional Advancement, and with Design Workshop driving the firm’s growth strategy, communication and brand positioning.

As a member of R+B’s Executive Team, she develops strategic initiatives for the firm’s internal and external marketing efforts and is responsible for stimulating the firm’s success by hiring the proper balance of employees while promoting the firm’s cultural, as well as financial and operational objectives. She also directs 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

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

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

+ 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 marketing metrics, CRM implementation, SEO, award submissions, 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 Studio Leader 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.

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.

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.

Mark Bever is a Project Manager with a decade of architectural experience in Rowland+Broughton’s Denver studio, where he is working on a variety of 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 with Theodore K. Guy and Associates. Mark also 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. He is currently taking his ARE exams in pursuit of earning his architectural license.

Brent Carr is a Senior Project Manager at Rowland+Broughton with nearly three decades of experience in the architecture and interior design fields. Along with the ability to create a knowledgeable and creative team that understands the importance of quality design and construction documentation, he believes that maintaining a high standard in the architectural process itself is key to a satisfied client and a creative, successful project. Brent’s range of experience includes Design and Construction Project Management of all stages of architectural design and concept development through to construction documentation and administration. Having designed and managed projects in many countries spanning Australasia, South America, Eurasia and nearly every state of the U.S., Brent can execute a vast assortment of varying design styles and construction methodology.

Originally from Wellington, New Zealand, Brent has broad international experience in various forms of hospitality, corporate, education facilities, luxury single-family architecture and historic renovations. Establishing a common theme of maintaining the clients’ best interests, through continuous communication, from project design inception through to opening day, is vital to his design and construction successes to date.

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.

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 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.

Whitney Larkin joins as an Interior Designer in Aspen, following a brief internship with the firm. With a keen eye for texture, color, pattern and form, she aspires to creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional.

Whitney received an Associate of Applied Science from Parsons School of Design and graduated from Emory University with a Bachelor of Arts, Political Science. In her free time, she enjoys contemporary art, skiing, tennis, pickle ball, travel, and philanthropy.

Andrea is a Project Architect/Project Manager at the Aspen studio. She is a third-generation architect with over seven years of experience. Andrea grew up visiting construction sites and being involved with the different disciplines of building and designing. She has diverse experience from commercial projects and developing brand aesthetics to working with clients to deliver their vision of a dream home.

Andrea’s approach and interests have been focused on finding the best solutions to execute the client’s vision, showing them all possibilities and potential. This approach led her to become an entrepreneur and develop an interior design app that would allow her clients to visualize, in real-time, their design ideas.

Andrea studied Architecture and Planning in Lima, Peru, where she was born and raised. Andrea is also the chair and co-founder of Atelier Home Design, a Denver Startup Week speaker, an inclusivity and diversity advocate, and a mindfulness and leadership enthusiast.

Jacob George is a 3D Artist and Visualization specialist based out of Rowland+Broughton’s Denver studio. He brings with him a background in lighting design and a diverse project history ranging from multifamily, to healthcare and retail. Before coming to R+B, Jacob was with Davis Partnership Architects, where he began working as a lighting designer and architectural designer during his final year at the University of Colorado Boulder in 2018. He has a passion for architecture and design, but an even stronger passion for the arts and technologies that support the field. Jacob was born and raised in Denver, CO, and loves to enjoy all that the great state has to offer.

Nikola Gradinski brings over eighteen years of experience in the Architecture and Design field including collaborations with several notable New York design firms such as pre-eminent hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany, where he worked with top hospitality brands on international projects in London, Cape Town, and Seoul.

Nikola’s wealth of knowledge and experience in high-end hospitality and luxury residential design includes developing brand standards for 1 Hotels and Baccarat Hotels as a design consultant to the owner, Starwood Capital Group/ SH Hotels and Resorts, as well as being selected as one of three designers tapped to create the flagship 1 Hotel Miami Beach and the Penthouse Residences at the 1 Hotel Miami Beach.

He has also served in the position of Design Director acting as building architect for the oversight and management of luxury residential renovations in several distinguished New York City Condos and Co-Ops including the Plaza Condominium and Residences in Manhattan. Nikola has also lectured at the renowned Parsons School of Design Interior Design Program in New York City passing on his passion for excellence in design. Nikola moved to Colorado in 2019 and has been working on high-end residential and hospitality projects in the Aspen area including the prestigious Maroon Creek Club.

As executive assistant, Julie brings a variety of skills to the R+B team, including client experience, administration support, community engagement, and office management.

Her objective is to keep the Aspen studio on track, organized, and running smoothly while managing the daily flow of client interactions, team requests, and principal support. Currently, she is striving to be the in-studio and on-call notary for the Aspen team.

Previously working for the City of Aspen at the Wheeler Opera House, Julie focused her energy on providing support for the Executive Director while managing the year-round City of Aspen Grants program from 2018–2020 and occasionally found herself on the 130-year-old theatre stage in front of an audience.

Julie’s passion is people. She thrives on new interactions and making long lasting connections, whether it be with new team members, clients, or visitors.

Originally from Austin, Texas, Julie studied Nutrition at Texas State University before moving to Colorado in 2013 to escape the Texas heat. Her home base is now Aspen, CO where she enjoys tackling new taco recipes daily, napping with her 13-year-old husky Maverick, improving her Spanish, and continuing to seek out that perfect year-round rosé wine.