Sustainability

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Applying Future-Oriented Practices

Rowland+Broughton is a forward-thinking firm and aims to incorporate sustainability into every project. We believe that the projects we create should positively contribute to each individual environment, therefore we design and build with sustainability and longevity in mind. This is achieved through listening to our clients, researching new sustainable technologies, and testing materials and applications before applying our findings.

Our foundation of sustainable practices is rooted in our experience in the re-use and re-purpose of existing structures, including both residential and commercial buildings. The process of saving the most essential part of a building while adding value to the structure by incorporating energy-efficient components is the essence of our sustainable philosophy. The knowledge we acquire through the renovation process becomes a launching point for ground-up structures, allowing us to apply similar sustainable concepts.

We evaluate the sustainability of a place as a whole, including the shipping of materials, access to public transportation, or the proximity of a place in relation to amenities within walking distance. We assess all aspects of life in order to achieve the highest degree of sustainability. Practicing design in our sustainable studios, we educate ourselves through research, and extend this knowledge to our clients, applying the shared goals of a sustainable future one project at a time. Completing multiple LEED certified projects, the R+B team encompasses several LEED accredited designers who consult on sustainable best practices and serve as resources throughout the design process.

USGBC Membership and the 2030 Challenge

Rowland+Broughton is Silver Member of USGBC and has joined the ever important AIA 2030 Commitment.

In 2006, Architecture 2030 created the 2030 Challenge, which lays out a set of targets for improving energy efficiency and reducing the carbon emissions of buildings. The goal? Reaching carbon neutrality by 2030 through incremental improvements in project performance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Amanda Christianson

Amanda Christianson
Role
Principal

Affiliations
American Institute of Architecture
LEED Accredited Professional
Education
University of Michigan - Master of Architecture
University of Michigan - Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Studio
Denver
Projects
Art Barn

Game On

W Aspen

REDstead

Shadow Mountain House

Anderson Ranch Fab Lab

Black Birch Modern

Modern Prairie

R+B Studio | Denver

Hotel Boulderado

Amanda Christianson brings over a decade of experience in architecture and project management to her role as Principal 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.  Among the many projects she has led, she was Project Manager for the Sky Residences at W Aspen and the AIA award winning project Art Barn.  Anticipating clients’ needs, organization and rigorous follow-through have been a hallmark to her approach with each project team.

Team Member

Team Member

Will Otte

Will Otte
Role
Associate / Project Manager
Affiliations
LEED Accredited Professional Building Design + Construction
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder - Bachelor of Environmental Design
University of Colorado at Denver - Master of Architecture
Studio
Denver
Projects
Meadow House

Creek House

Barn Studio

Mountain Retreat

Mountain Forge

SD Ranch

Ridge House

Biennale Architettura

Wasatch Lake House

Victorian Square Building

Doubletree Park City

Double Bar X

Inverted Canvas

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 has a unique love and perspective of our projects in the mountains.

Team Member

Marisol Foreman

Marisol Foreman
Role
Project Architect
Affiliations
2018 American Institute of Architects, Member
2017 NCARB Certificate
2017 LEED AP BD+C
2019 AIA Colorado Design Awards, Committee Member
2019 Women in Design, Member
2019 Denver Architecture Foundation, Member
2016 Toastmasters, 2017 Chapter President
2016 Professional Advisory Council, University of Washington CBE
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder - Bachelor of Environmental Design
University of Washington - Master of Architecture
Studio
Denver

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.