Philosophies- There is a history to every site which should be explored before any design has begun. Much of the inspiration of the design comes from the building site itself: views, smells, colors, wind direction, sun, etc. With that in mind, each site has a uniqueness all to itself and thus the design will reflect the environment, the owner's requirements and goals. While no client has the same needs as the next, all designs shall be as unique as the clients themselves. Each project is approached with sensitivity to the site and it's surroundings while using indigenous materials to blend with the natural landscape to become harmonious with the site.

Sustainable/Green Design - While paying close attention to the philosophies of design, with any given site the design will naturally have green and sustainable characteristics. The arrangement of the structure(s) set amongst the topograpghy of the site, the solar orientation of the site, the ecology of the site and the type of construction and materials are all contributers to creating sustainable and green design. Green design is not only about the recycling and the re-use of materials, but it is also reducing consumption and use of non-renewable sources.

History - Dwell at Altitude, Inc. has been in business since 2008, however my background starts back in 1993 with an Associate in Arts
degree from Green River Community College, Auburn,WA. From there I moved back to Colorado and acquired my Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Design at the University of Colorado, in Boulder, Co. I have worked for three previous architectural firms in Summit County since 1996. I have worked on various projects from remodels/additions, single family residences, multi-family, light commercial and planning.