Barrett Studio Architects

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June 2008

Winners of 2007 Business Challenge for Bus / Bike to Work

As our trusty bike rack at the front of the studio can attest (check the photo for proof!), we're dedicated to enjoying & preserving our beautiful Colorado by biking to work! Some of us bike to the bus in Denver, load their bikes onto the bus, and then bike from the station in Boulder to the studio, some bike from our homes in North & East Boulder, and sometimes we even have an intrepid biker from Louisville in the mix! By providing RTD passes to our employees and having a little competitive spirit, we cut our carbon footprint significantly. We are pleased to have been recognized by the Denver Regional Council of Governments and by RTD as the 2007 Business Challenge Winner for alternative commuting.

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January 2008

Barrett Studio donates $10,000 to local non-profits.

It has long been our desire to give back tangibly to the local community that gives so much to us, and in 2007 we were proud to share a portion of our profits with Boulder organizations that contribute to our communities vibrancy. While there are many deserving organizations, we chose to support the Carriage House, the Emergency Family Assistance Association, and the Wild Bear Center for Nature & Discovery. These particular non-profits align with our principles by bring housing solutions to the less fortunate and also educating our youth to bring about a sustainable future for our global home - Earth!

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October 2007

Sam braves International Travel to visit site of Dushanbe Cyber-Cafe - Now in Construction!

Sam Nishek is currently travelling in Dushanbe, Tajikistan in order to have a few shots of vodka and administer the construction of the Dushanbe Cyber-Cafe. Having worked on the project for several years, it is such a pleasure to see it tangibly taking shape! If you have interest in donating to this important venture, please visit www.boulder-dushanbe.org. If you'd like more information on the project, please visit our project page.

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February 2007

Bsa's Environmental Design Touted in Dream Homes Colorado (Panache Press)

Barrett Studio architects is proud to have been profiled, amongst a grouping of our distinguished peers, in the Dream Homes Colorado book recently published by Panache Press. Following is an excerpt from our profile in the book, which can be purchased through Amazon.

"...Barrett Studio architects' clients include those with a wide range of
custom home budgets and dreams. Projects are varied, ranging from
renovations of small cabins and places of retreat to an elegant urban loft or or a spacious home in the mountains. Dream homes come in many sizes, shapes, and colors, and the Studio's goal is to fulfill that aspiration responsibly and beautifully, including the creative use of recycled materials to "Green the Dream" for smart clients with a value to preserving what they love..."

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October 2005

BSA designed Indoor-Outdoor Living Commended in My House in the Mountain States

The Garden Home in North Boulder was profiled in the article “It’s Easy Being Green” in the September/October issue of My House in the Mountain States. The courtyard arrangement of the home is one that celebrates the outdoors in the glorious Colorado climate, inviting permeability, passage through, and enjoyment of several outdoor living areas. The consideration and incorporation of green materials and systems further the connection of the home to the surrounding environment.

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September 2005

Natural Home & Garden profiles Publisher’s Home

The Ligon Residence was profiled in the article “Coming Home”, published in the September / October issue of the Natural Home & Garden magazine. This home’s massing, conscious material selection, and livable scale take advantage of a unique site to truly provide a sense of comfortable, high performance dwelling for the owners.

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August 2005

The Garden House is “Boulder’s Coolest Home”! – 5280 Magazine

5280 Magazine profiled David Barrett, Principal of Barrett Studio architects, in their August issue. The Barrett’s Garden Home was touted as an example of earth conscious design, and David’s attention to nature’s forms and forces, scale & livability were outlined as a key to the his design philosophy and the design process at BSA.

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June 8th, 2005
Jonathan Zimmerman Remembered

Our good friend and colleague Jonathan Zimmerman passed away. As an architect, Jon specialized in the design of air formed thin shell concrete structures. Many of his designs can be found by searching the internet. His love and passion for dome architecture led to a lifelong study, which has advanced the development of this building process. In an effort to keep his dream alive, we are happy to respond to your inquiries.

Take Care Jon: you will be greatly missed.

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January 24th, 2005
Sam Nishek, Principal, gains LEED accreditation!

The United States Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) recognizes design professionals who display an expertise in green building techniques and systems. We are proud to formalize our dedication to environmentally sustainable building practices with Sam's achievement.

Congratulations, Sam!

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December 18th, 2004

The Strawbale Home has been profiled in the Rocky Mountain News!

This award winning sustainable home in Salida, Colorado is constructed of straw-bales, and uses careful site planning to maximize the spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.