Founder | LEED AP | Architect

EDUCATION/QULIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Architecture, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI 1997 Washington State – Architecture License 2001 LEED Accredited Professional 2009 NCARB Certificate 2012

Lead Architect and founder of Haven Design Workshop

Haven Design Workshop is the culmination of years of inspiration and aspiration for Sean. "Building my own home has allowed me to better understand the way space affects those who live within the design, how important sticking to a budget is, and how smart choices in design directly affect the final cost of construction. "This has also helped me listen better to the client's needs, especially getting all parties to provide feedback on their design,” says Sean. "Good design is about taking the client's desires and creating something that exceeds their dreams — within their budget."

Architect

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Masters of Architecture, Montana State University, 2010 Washington State – Architecture License 2022

EXPERIENCE

Brenda received her Master's in Architecture from Montana State University in 2010, after which she started a farm to better understand our food systems. Since joining the Haven team in 2014 she has since proved an invaluable member of the team with her attention to detail and thirst for building code.

HOBBIES

When not thinking about how design can improve the quality of life for all, she likes biking, yoga, and food. Kristin's trying to get her into mountain biking.

Architect

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Bachelor of Architecture 2020 DIS, Copenhagen, Denmark Architecture and Furniture Design, 2018-19

SKILLS

Kristin is passionate about improving sustainability in design and collaborating with our architects, clients and consultants to create drawing sets. She has a background in digital fabrication and a propensity for doing research and representing it with unique graphics.

HOBBIES

Kristin enjoys mountain biking, skiing, and rock climbing.

Architect

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Architecture, Rice University
• Bachelor of Socience in Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology

EXPERIENCE

Katherine has worked for achitecture firms in West Virginia, Texas, and Washingston state. Previous projects include:

• Southeast Church of Christ - Project Architect and Manager: Lead design and documentation for new worship building from schematic design through permitting and contractor selection
• Houston Christian High School Student Center - Project Architect and Co-manager: Specific responsibilities included drawing details and coordination, green roof research and design, structural and food service coordination, and project closeout for fast track project
• The Health Museum - Project Architect for the expansion and renovation project
• Air Liquide La Porte Plant Rebuild - Project Architect and Manager: DD through project closeout. Challenges included unique client requirements, hazardous occupancy, and working with operational facility.
• Santa Fe Justice Center - Project Architect, master planning through DD
• Impact Church of the Woodlands - Generation of Master Plan and Phase 1 Design
• John Paul Catholic School Chapel - SD & DD, physical models used to develop ideas given unique spatial circumstances
• Market Square Park - Award winning urban park - Focused on design details and document coordination
• Atascocita Presbyterian Sanctuary - SD & DD, generated models used to communicate ideas and phasing
• Rutherford B. H. Yates Museum - Drawings for preservation and renovation of historic houses in Freedmen’s Town
• Texana Center - LEED Silver, New campus to provide behavioral health care and developmental disabilities services
• Other Notable Projects: Vedanta Society Temple, Neighborhood Centers Offices, Life Gift Houston Expansion, Eastern Metal Supply Office and Warehouse, International Buddhist Progress Society Dormitory

INTERESTS

• Lived in the Middle East from 2014 to 2021, and witnessed the modern development of: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirites, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Kuwait as well as explored the architecture of historic civilizations in the greater region, specifially: Egypt, Greece, Israel, Palestine, Cyprus, and Italy.
• Traveled to Hong Kong and China to study multi-scaler housing as part of “Scale vs Size” Studio at Rice University
• Hometta - Worked for the collective of architects marketing modern home plans in 2010 - responsible for model making, preparing digital models for 3D printing, and exhibition installation.
• Appalachian Trail - Backpacked trail in entirety from Georgia to Maine, completed in 2006
• National Youth Science Camp - 2003 camp counselor and caving caving assistant; former delegate

Permit Technician

EDUCATION

Academy of Art University, Interior Architecture & Design

QUALIFICATIONS

Amy joined Haven in early 2014. She has a knack for multi-tasking, something she’s picked up as a mother of 4 spirited boys. Her tenacity for detail and a deep understanding of zoning regulations make her critical to the success of every project.

EXPERIENCE

Haven Design Workshop, Permitting Tech, 2014 - Present 250+ Residential, Commercial, Multi-family & Mixed-use permits completed Permitted projects in multiple counties, including Whatcom,Skagit, Snohomish, Cowlitz, and Kitsap Counties Municipal permitted projects in: City of Bellingham City of Lynden City of Ferndale City of Nooksack City of Blaine City of Lake Stevens

HOBBIES

Amy enjoys drawing, painting, and landscape design

Design Technician

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Bellingham Technical College, Bellingham, WA Keion has designed residential remodels using Sketchup and Layout to create 3D models/renders along with floor plans and various construction documents.

SKILLS

3D Modeling, Problem Solving, Bookkeeping, Project Management

HOBBIES

Keion enjoys biking, drawing realistic scenes he discovers while hiking, and volunteering at his church