ABOUT ANDREA: Andrea is a licensed architect whose broad background includes residential, commercial, public, and institutional work. Andrea is the design conscience of Land+Shelter. A natural striver, she works on the assumption that there is always another way, always some alternative beautiful idea for her to find, and she enjoys the search. Throughout her early career, Andrea taught architecture while practicing – first at the Harvard Design School Career Discovery Program and later at the Georgia Tech College of Architecture. She is passionate about the power of design to build a better world. This philosophy has shaped her portfolio towards public, nonprofit, educational, and institutional work. She is an avid skier and pursues her own fine art projects outside of the office.

IN THE COMMUNITY: Andrea is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Colorado Board of Directors and serves as the western region representative for architects practicing west of the continental divide. She joined a national AIA leadership summit in Washington, D.C. in February of 2025 to advocate at the capitol for issues impacting the built environment. She also served on the 2024 AIA Colorado Honor Awards jury. She is a past member of the annual Udall Grant committee for the Community Office for Resource Efficiency (CORE) and has volunteered with Pitkin County on the code revision task force. Andrea was a past member and the president of the KDNK Carbondale Community Access Radio board. She formerly served on the Carbondale Public Arts Commission board, and is a former board member of the (AIA) Atlanta Chapter, and the Atlanta Housing And Neighborhood Developers (AHAND) Affordable Housing Policy Advocacy Team.

ABOUT TAYLOR: Taylor is a licensed architect who came to Land+Shelter following an early career focused on single family residential and affordable housing communities. In more than eight years of multi-family housing experience, she gained in-depth knowledge of the complexities found in community-based work. More specifically, the mission-driven work of affordable housing in Indian Country deepened her belief in the importance of culturally appropriate, community-centered design. She appreciates the art of blending a client’s vision and values with community culture, technical detailing, and site-specific conditions, grounded in the reality of financial proforma. Her experience navigating complex systems and teams translates to current projects located in the highly regulated design and construction culture of the Roaring Fork Valley. She has developed a knack for both the soft skills and technical skills necessary in successful, complex projects. These demand foresight and clear communication, which guide both design production and stakeholder decision making. Taylor is dedicated to crafting high-quality environments that function for the end user, reflect client goals, foster community connection and consider the earth responsibly.

IN THE COMMUNITY: Taylor is passionate about community involvement and environmental stewardship. She volunteered with American Institute of Architects (AIA) Colorado’s Committee on the Environment from 2021-2024, collaborating with peers to promote actionable climate solutions through design and research in the state of Colorado. As the incoming 2026 Chair and 2024 Scholar of the Christopher Kelly Leadership Development Program, Taylor demonstrates her commitment to leadership in architecture and wants to pay forward the mentorship she has experienced in this profession. The program provides rich soil for young professionals interested in becoming leaders in their own communities and to expand invaluable network connections. In her time outside of the office, she is likely tackling a DIY project with her husband, hiking, or gardening with her girls.

ABOUT ANDI: As a Roaring Fork Valley native, she shares a lifelong connection to place that finds a special, personal outlet in her design work. She received her Bachelors and Masters degrees from Montana State University, graduating with honors. Andi has brought projects to life within several of the Land+Shelter areas of expertise, including significant focus on residential, equestrian, and commercial projects. Her superpowers include a preternatural ability with 3D modeling, which benefits the Land+Shelter clients immensely, but that may yet be superseded by her practical problem-solving skills. She brings a holistic approach to her designs, focusing on constructability and function over the years to come.

IN THE COMMUNITY: Andi is a member of the local chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, an organization dedicated to furthering sustainability in the built environment. She’s also an avid hockey fan and loves to travel.

ABOUT KENDRA: Kendra brings creativity, precision, and heart to every project. A licensed architect and visionary designer, she leads our Fruita office—located in the FARM building—with a collaborative spirit and a deep commitment to thoughtful design. Her portfolio spans senior living, mixed-use, housing, commercial, and hospitality projects. She earned her Master of Architecture from Washington State University and began her career in Seattle, honing her craft at award-winning firms known for design excellence. Her work blends artistry and pragmatism to create spaces that uplift and connect. Passionate about intentional living, Kendra designed and built a bespoke tiny home for two years of nomadic family travel—a journey that led her to Fruita, Colorado. She recently completed her family’s permanent residence, a testament to her desert modern aesthetic and creative problem-solving. Her journey reflects a love of place, a respect for process, and a belief in the power of relationships—values she brings to every phase of design and construction.

IN THE COMMUNITY: Beyond architecture, Kendra is an active contributor to the community. She volunteers as an art instructor in local elementary schools through the Art Heritage program and leads a Cub Scout den. Her past involvement includes mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound and participating in the AIA Laddership program in Seattle. She enjoys making new connections through shared interests, outdoor adventures, and local flavor. When not designing, she spends time with her husband, two boys, and golden retriever—often hiking, biking, practicing yoga, or experimenting in the kitchen. A self-proclaimed foodie and coffee enthusiast, she delights in discovering hidden gems.

ABOUT EVAN:

Evan is a Colorado-licensed architect with a decade of experience in the Roaring Fork Valley.  She prioritizes sustainable strategies, durable building envelopes, and healthy materials. Her experience spans high-end residential, multifamily, and affordable housing, where she translates ideas into coordinated documents from concept through construction. Evan holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design with Honors and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Colorado Boulder. She broadened her perspective abroad working in Australia, volunteering at Home for Hope in South Africa, and studying at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia in Barcelona.

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Evan cares deeply about housing access and the health of the built environment. She participates in AIA Colorado Western Slope programs, local design conversations, Habitat for Humanity builds and local event volunteering. Away from the studio, you’ll likely find Evan skiing, riding bikes, or on the river, taking cues from the landscapes that inspire her work.

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