Sustainability and affordability. I make great efforts to incorporate both into my development projects. I respect and understand the impact my actions today have on the Earth tomorrow.

I prefer the 'desert modern' style. I try to maximize the benefits of solar orientation, landscape wisely and limit water run-off by capturing as much as possible on site via water harvesting and detention/retention basins. I am a passionate believer in promoting infill development and using the new urban model. I think building neighborhoods and community is every bit as important as building quality housing. Knowing your neighbors creates a healthy, safe and enjoyable environment. Lastly, I value efficient use of space. I don't believe the average home needs to be 3,000 square feet, especially in a climate that promotes outdoor living and activity. Bigger is not always better and small can be every bit as effective if designed well.

Project #1: Duplex at Fourth & Dodge
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• Completed in 2005
• Two 4BR/3BA units
• An infill project that took a vacant lot in a 'so-so' area and created an ideal rental property for decades to come. Perfect for UA students based on its proximity to the 3rd Street bike path. Since completion, the neighborhood is on the 'up-and-up'. Two high end townhome projects have since gotten underway nearby.

Project #2: Fry's Duplexes
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• Completed in 2006
• Six 3BR/2BA units
• A long forgotten, vacant infill lot purchased from Fry's grocery store turned into three wonderfully modern, well designed duplex buildings. Each unit is a 'flat', featuring an exterior staircases, a combination of colorful stucco and metal siding, concrete floors, vaulted ceilings, brushed metal fixtures, IKEA cabinetry, an outdoor common area and water harvesting. My first successful attempt at 'creating community' in addition to creating quality living at affordable prices.

Project #3: Old Yuma
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• Construction will commence in late 2008
• 11 townhomes, approximately 1,580 square feet each
• About a half mile north of downtown Tucson and one mile west of the University of Arizona sits a hidden gem in Tucson's 'funky, artsy and cool'' Dunbar Springs neighborhood. Bordering six green acres of grass known as Estevan Park, residents are intimate with Tucson's infamous, but lovable one hundred year old neighbor: the railroad. A surprisingly private community given its proximity to pretty much everything that is urban in Tucson, Old Yuma's design will be 'desert modern' and incorporate a number of environmentally friendly, energy efficient and sustainable features.

Project #4: ?

• What does the future hold? More infill and possibly a redevelopment project. If you know of an opportunity, please let me know. I also have a desire to build (or renovate) a small, centrally located office building that would house myself and three or four other self employed professionals. I would like to find like minded individuals who desire to invest into the project. If you have interest or know anyone who does, please contact me.