Business Details
23 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architecture & Interior Design in Colorado
Founded in 2003, Rowland+Broughton is a 50-person firm headquartered in Aspen and Denver, Colorado. Our practice is built on the belief that architecture, interior design, landscape, and urban design are interconnected disciplines that shape meaningful human experiences. We employ a collaborative, holistic approach inspired by the Italian tradition of the bottega, where master builders coordinate multiple creative fields to achieve design harmony. Our team prioritizes personalized service, ensuring clients remain central to every project, whether a luxury residence, hospitality venue, or cultural institution. We integrate sustainability and historic preservation best practices into all our work, supported by technical expertise in construction services, permitting, and community engagement.Recognized internationally for our award-winning designs, we actively participate in architectural biennales, design juries, and planning summits. Our studios operate under a non-hierarchical ethos, fostering free-flowing idea exchange among clients, artisans, and specialists. With licenses in nine U.S. states, we serve diverse project typologies while upholding the 'Aspen Ideal' of balancing mind, body, and spirit in design. Our multidisciplinary model ensures reliable, imaginative execution for every project, regardless of scale or complexity.
Services
Residential Design
Hospitality Architecture
Commercial Development
Urban Planning
Sustainable Design
Historic Preservation
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience creating award-winning architectural designs since 2003
- Our integrated bottega model ensures seamless collaboration across all design disciplines
- We specialize in sustainable design and historic preservation best practices
- Our non-hierarchical approach prioritizes client input throughout the design process
- Licensed in 9 U.S. states with international design competition participation
Services
Residential Design
We create custom residential spaces that blend aesthetic innovation with functional living requirements. Our team specializes in luxury homes, mountain retreats, and urban residences across Aspen and the Rocky Mountains. By integrating interior design, landscape architecture, and historic preservation principles, we deliver cohesive living environments that respond to both client needs and regional contexts.
Hospitality Architecture
Our hospitality design services focus on creating memorable guest experiences through integrated architectural and interior solutions. We handle boutique hotels, branded resorts, and cultural venues with expertise in zoning compliance, space planning, and FF&E specification. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures seamless coordination between building design, interior finishes, and landscape elements to create distinctive hospitality environments.
Urban Design
We provide comprehensive urban design solutions that balance development needs with community values. Our services include master planning, streetscape design, and landscape concept development for both public and private sector clients. By incorporating sustainability principles and historic preservation expertise, we create walkable, context-sensitive urban environments that enhance civic engagement and environmental responsibility.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice integrates environmental responsibility throughout the architectural process. We apply LEED standards and energy-efficient building systems while maintaining design integrity across residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Through material selection optimization, passive solar strategies, and life-cycle analysis, we create buildings that minimize environmental impact without compromising aesthetic or functional quality.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving architectural heritage through adaptive reuse and restoration projects. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern building technologies to maintain historical integrity while meeting contemporary needs. Services include code analysis, material conservation, and documentation for protected structures, ensuring compliance with preservation standards while enhancing functional viability for modern use.
People
John Rowland
Co-Founder & Principal
John Rowland, AIA, co-founded Rowland+Broughton in 2003. With over 25 years of experience in architectural design, he specializes in integrating urban design principles with residential and hospitality projects. His expertise in historic preservation and sustainable design has earned multiple industry awards.
Sarah Broughton
Co-Founder & Principal
Sarah Broughton, FAIA, co-founded Rowland+Broughton and leads the firm's interior design practice. Recognized for her innovative space planning solutions, she brings 20+ years of experience in luxury residential and commercial design. Her work emphasizes material authenticity and environmental responsibility across diverse project typologies.
Questions
What architectural services does Rowland+Broughton offer?
We provide full-service architecture and interior design for residential, hospitality, commercial, and urban design projects. Our integrated approach includes programming, conceptual design, construction documentation, and contract administration.
Do you specialize in mountain architecture?
Yes, we have extensive experience designing mountain retreats and alpine residences in Aspen and the Rocky Mountains, combining luxury living with climate-responsive design solutions.
How does your firm approach sustainability?
We incorporate sustainable design principles throughout our projects, including energy-efficient systems, local material sourcing, and passive solar strategies while maintaining architectural integrity and client-specific needs.
Are you licensed outside Colorado?
Yes, we hold architectural licenses in California, Idaho, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Utah, Montana, and Wyoming in addition to our Colorado practice.
Can you handle historic building renovations?
Our team specializes in historic preservation with expertise in adaptive reuse, material conservation, and code-compliant restoration of protected structures while maintaining original architectural character.
