Personal Bio

I was raised in Bozeman, Montana, graduating from Bozeman High in 1975. My original academic interest was Architecture. As a young man my summer work always involved some sort of construction.
After a year enrolled at Montana State University, I developed a curiosity about Marine Science and transferred to Fullerton College in Southern California for two years. I then spent a year at UC Santa Barbara, and a year at Humboldt State University, earning a degree in Fisheries Biology.
My initial work experience was in research and commercial aquaculture while living in Hawaii. The summer construction experience from my college years served me well in the aquaculture field. I was frequently called upon to build infrastructure at the farms and research facilities that employed me.
In the early 80’s I left Hawaii and moved to Carmel, California. I have always been a very creative person, and architectural design still held a place in my heart. I was profoundly inspired by the area’s rich architectural style, as well as by the natural beauty of the region.
I began my construction career in earnest while living in Carmel. I worked my way up through the ranks, honing my construction skills to the level of a journeyman carpenter. While working in the area’s high-end residential construction culture, I realized that a career as a General Contractor was my calling. In 1986 I earned my California State License Board General Contractors License (B501361). I spent the next eighteen years developing a reputation as a quality builder in the Carmel area. As a General contractor I had always been active in design and drawing plans. My ability to problem solve as well as effectively communicate ideas and concepts has been the key to my success in both building and design.
In 2004 I returned to Bozeman as a Design / Build contractor. In 2014 I transitioned to full time Residential Designer.
I bring a very specific skill set and point of view to the clients I serve. My years of direct building experience have given me a strong background in the structural mechanics of modern construction. Whether I am working on a new home or remodel, I combine that construction knowledge with natural geometric awareness, strong visualization skills, and an artistic flair. I put a lot of effort into producing designs that my clients are happy with.
My experience in dealing with local planning and building departments and a record of working well with project neighbors contribute to my expertise in getting building permits approved. I work closely with my clients and their contractors to make every project a rewarding experience for all.