Architects
It is with great pleasure that we introduce you to the architects behind our designs. We are honored to be the sole representative for some of the most respected and internationally recognized ecological architects. Our architects are pioneers; leaders and visionaries expressing their ability to shape our future through their designs. To view each architect's home designs, click on the home plan title below his or her bio.
Eric Odor, AIA, Principal
SALA Architects
Eric Odor specializes in the design of finely crafted smaller homes
and urban remodelings of any type or scale. He is equally at home
with contemporary or traditional dwellings focusing on ...
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Designed by Eric Odor: Maple Forest 2
Matthew Bialecki
Matthew Bialecki Associates
Matthew Bialecki, AIA, specializes in "green" building designs inspired by America's architectural history and natural environment. He has been honored with numerous AIA awards for ...
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Designed by Matthew Bialecki: Barn House, Courtyard House, Cross House, Hillside House, Meadow Ridge, Mountain House, Silo House, Stone Craftsman
Richard Carter
LHB Engineers and Architects
Richard Carter, AIA was the AIA Minneapolis Director in 2001 has been working with LHB Engineers and Architects for over 10 years. LHB has been selected by the Consulting Engineers Council of ...
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Designed by Richard Carter: Health House
David Arkin & Anni Tilt
Arkin-Tilt Architects
David and Anni, AIA members, are the husband and wife founders and primary architects of the award winning firm, Arkin-Tilt Architects. Arkin-Tilt specializes in energy and resource efficient ...
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Designed by David Arkin & Anni Tilt: Natural Habitat
Kelly Davis
SALA Architects
Kelly Davis has long been recognized for his designs which reflect a strong Prairie and Usonian influence. Prior to joining SALA Architects in 1993, he was a Partner in the Stillwater, MN firm ...
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Designed by Kelly Davis: Sun Catcher
Darrel DeBoer
DeBoer Architects
Darrel DeBoer, AIA, president and founder of DeBoer Architects is an internationally known west coast architect named one of the 100 most influential designers by Metropolitan Home. He is an ...
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Designed by Darrel DeBoer: Gatehouse, Sun, Straw and Earthen Floor, Sun, Straw and Earthen Floor 2
Tim Fuller
SALA Architects, Inc.
Tim Fuller brings to his work a practical knowledge based on experience as a carpenter and his interest in woodworking. He is particularly interested in urban design and New Urbanism thought, ...
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Designed by Tim Fuller: Heartland Farmhouse
Robert Gerloff
SALA Architects
Robert Gerloff designed the acclaimed Madeline Island Cottage featured in the 1998 best seller The Not so Big House by Sarah Susanka. He also designed The Laing residence featured in ...
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Designed by Robert Gerloff: Little Red House, St. Croix Cottage
Katherine Hillbrand
SALA Architects
Katherine Hillbrand, AIA, SALA Principal, specializes in hand-crafted timbered buildings that reflect the collaborative effort between the craftsperson and designer. Her interests also include the ...
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Designed by Katherine Hillbrand: Stone Lodge, Timbered Lake Retreat
Jean Larson
SALA Architects
Jean Larson, AIA, is a principal and co-founder of Rehkamp Larson Architects in Minneapolis. She designs new houses as well as additions for people who appreciate good design. Her work has been ...
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Designed by Jean Larson: Field of Dreams, Field of Dreams 2
Michaela Mahady
SALA Architects Inc.
Michaela Mahady, AIA has continued her work as an art glass designer and co-owner of Pegasus Studio since becoming an architect. She joined SALA Architects in 1987 and became a partner in 1991. ...
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Designed by Michaela Mahady: Idea Home, L'Eaubelle, Maple Forest, Maple Forest 2, Maple Forest 3
Scott Matula, AIA
LJM Architects
Scott Matula, AIA has been at LJM Architects since 1997 and specializes residential projects, historic preservation work, adaptive reuse of existing buildings, hospitality and multi-family ...
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Designed by Scott Matula, AIA: Deland Park
Jamie McNett
Jamie McNett
Jamie McNett graduated from Western Washington University with a B.A. in Art and Education. Several years later, in 1981, she received a Master of Architecture from the University of ...
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Designed by Jamie McNett: Meadow View, Mountain Light, Mountain Sun, Mountainside, Sunnyside
Linda Moody
Linda Moody Architects & Associates, Inc
Linda Moody, AIA. Principal of the firm and registered professional architect. Linda believes in sustainable architecture-- the idea an architect today must shoulder the responsibility for ...
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Designed by Linda Moody: Shaping the Seasons
Dale Mulfinger
SALA Architects Inc.
Dale Mulfinger, FAIA, co-founded SALA Architects as Mulfinger & Susanka Architects in 1983. Dale received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Minnesota in 1967 where he is ...
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Designed by Dale Mulfinger: Family Tradition, Porch Cabin, Rustic Retreat, Sky High, Wild Rice
Whitney Schrauth
Sustainable Architecture & Consulting
Whitney Schrauth is the principal and founder of Sustainable Architecture & Consulting, a Sausalito, California firm that specializes in environmentally sensitive design & construction. SA&C's ...
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Designed by Whitney Schrauth: Nantucket
Sarah Susanka, FAIA
Susanka Studios
A cultural visionary, Sarah Susanka has emerged as a leader of a movement that is redefining the American home. Today, her "build better, not bigger" approach to residential architecture has ...
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Designed by Sarah Susanka, FAIA: A River Runs Below It, Minnesota, Not So Big House, Not So Big Showhouse 2005, Prairie House, Prairie Ingenuity, Susanka Showhouse 2004-L, Susanka Showhouse 2004-V
Bruce Wydeven
Milwaukee Craftsman, LLC
Bruce Wydeven specializes in the design of single-family homes rooted in the arts & crafts style. They are designed to be efficient, sustainable, and economical yet have a graceful charm that ...
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Designed by Bruce Wydeven: Burleigh, Fond du Lac, Juneau, Ogden 1, Ogden 2, Stockbridge, Sussex



















