Architectural Excellence Recognized

Creating the heart and soul of what a home truly needs to be.

“A home is an intensely personal place. A sacred place. A place to live your passions, your hopes and your dreams.”

Our Story

Creating the heart and soul of what a home truly needs to be.

After dedicating almost ten years to the Colorado landscape, Rick embarked on a transformative journey in 1986, relocating to the shores of Maui. After helping grow a small firm, Rick then seized the opportunity to establish his own practice working in his true passion of designing residential homes.

Today Rick remains committed to innovation, using the latest tools in technology, and pushing himself to ensure his home designs stand the test of time.

In the realm of architecture, where form and function intersect, Rick believes residential design transcends the physical to become deeply personal and emotional. Beyond creating a mere dwelling, his foremost objective is to craft a living space that encapsulates the essence of his clients’ lives - a place where memories are born.

Rick employs a distinctive process, fostering intimate connections with his clients. Going beyond allows an intensive period of collaborative design exploration to create a harmonious blend of individual preferences within a familial context. An authentic reflection of the diverse needs and aspirations of each family member.

“You need to remember that the house you are designing for us is where our family will create our memories.”

It serves as a beacon, illuminating the profound responsibility entrusted to him - a revelation that has transformed his approach to architectural design.

In Rick’s perspective, it is not just about fulfilling expectations but to transcend them, aiming for a pinnacle of design with uncompromising quality. This forms the cornerstone in the responsibility in delivering results that elicit genuine excitement throughout the entire creative process.

RESIDENTIAL

After dedicating almost ten years to the Colorado landscape, Rick embarked on a transformative journey in 1986, relocating to the shores of Maui. After helping grow a small firm, Rick then seized the opportunity to establish his own practice working in his true passion of designing residential homes.

Today Rick remains committed to innovation, using the latest tools in technology, and pushing himself to ensure his home designs stand the test of time.

RELATIONSHIPS

In the realm of architecture, where form and function intersect, Rick believes residential design transcends the physical to become deeply personal and emotional. Beyond creating a mere dwelling, his foremost objective is to craft a living space that encapsulates the essence of his clients’ lives - a place where memories are born.

Rick employs a distinctive process, fostering intimate connections with his clients. Going beyond allows an intensive period of collaborative design exploration to create a harmonious blend of individual preferences within a familial context. An authentic reflection of the diverse needs and aspirations of each family member.

RESPONSIBILITY

“You need to remember that the house you are designing for us is where our family will create our memories.”

It serves as a beacon, illuminating the profound responsibility entrusted to him - a revelation that has transformed his approach to architectural design.

In Rick’s perspective, it is not just about fulfilling expectations but to transcend them, aiming for a pinnacle of design with uncompromising quality. This forms the cornerstone in the responsibility in delivering results that elicit genuine excitement throughout the entire creative process.

What Our Clients Say

  • One of Rick’s strengths that stood out was his eagerness in being a good listener. Then through using all the latest tools he was able to communicate the design process effectively and efficiently. It’s no surprise he is designing homes for such a wide range of clients as he brings uniqueness to every design - and makes it a thrilling process. 
    Bob, Vegas House
  • We are so thrilled with our home and it's beautiful design. Rick has an incredible clear eye for details and soulful heart making the process through to completion joyful.
    Deborah and Carlos Santana, Santana House
  • A creative genius! He showed us how good architecture should really elicit emotion. From sketching to modeling sketching he showed us the importance of considering all angles of the house and in any direction and in all lighting conditions. We highly recommend Rick!
    Rick and Debbie Ehlers, Ehlers House, Yakima, WA
  • We have known Rick for over 30 years as a builder and as clients and have built multiple luxury homes with him during our time in Maui, including one for ourselves. He spends so much time getting to know exactly what his clients want and studying how to capture the best views and climate considerations. His homes are each incredibly unique and beautiful.
    David Ferrebee and Jeanne Hardie, Lanikeha
  • We selected Rick to design and lead the development team throughout the building of our home. To say we are pleased with the outcome is a gross understatement. Our home truly exceeded all expectations. Rick created a once in a lifetime experience and a generational home our family will cherish for years to come. The result was nothing short of magnificence.
    Karen & Greg Jones, Wai Nui
  • Rick’s professionalism was shown from the very first phone call. He worked with us very closely and spent time getting to know our entire family to ensure it was a home that really worked for us. I have worked with many architects throughout my life, in many projects and Rick has been hands down the best architect I have ever worked with.
    Lucila Arango, HoloHolo House, Lania