Business Details
21 Years
experience
Award-Winning Bespoke Architectural Design Services
We are an award-winning architectural firm dedicated to creating bespoke spaces that celebrate the art of living. Founded in 2005 by Mark de Reus, our practice focuses on designing environments that harmonize with nature, culture, and history. Our approach prioritizes client-specific visions, integrating traditional materials and craftsmanship with modern innovation. With studios in Sun Valley, Maui, and the Isle of Hawai'i, we serve a global clientele while maintaining deep local community ties. Our work spans luxury residential projects, resorts, and master planning, emphasizing sustainability and a profound connection to place.Collaborating with renowned designers and artisans, we craft spaces that tell unique stories rooted in their landscapes. Recognized by AIA, ASID, and international design awards, our commitment to excellence shapes environments where lifes moments are savored. We believe architecture should reflect both the past and present, creating sanctuaries that endure through time. Our process begins with hand-drawn sketches and evolves through meticulous collaboration, ensuring every project embodies authenticity and purpose.
Services
Residential Architecture
Resort Design
Interior Architecture
Master Planning
Sustainable Design
Custom Home Design
Cultural Preservation
Luxury Development
Site-Specific Planning
Craftsmanship Integration
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 19 years of expertise in bespoke architectural design since 2005.
- Our team collaborates with award-winning artisans and global design firms.
- We prioritize sustainable practices and locally sourced materials.
- Our work has received AIA, ASID, and international design awards.
- We maintain studios in three distinct locations to better serve global clients.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
- Design et al International Beach Hotel Winner
What people say
Award-winning designs
Culturally authentic
Sustainable practices
Craftsmanship focus
Site-specific solutions
Services
Residential Architecture
We create custom luxury residences that harmonize with their natural surroundings. Our designs integrate traditional materials and modern techniques to craft spaces that reflect clients' lifestyles. Each project emphasizes sustainability, cultural context, and timeless aesthetics while maintaining functional innovation for contemporary living needs.
Resort Design
Our resort projects blend luxury with environmental stewardship through site-specific designs. We focus on creating immersive guest experiences that celebrate local culture and landscapes. The approach combines handcrafted details with large-scale planning to establish destinations that feel authentically connected to their locations.
Interior Architecture
We design interiors that extend the narrative of exterior architecture while prioritizing human experience. Our approach maintains material continuity and spatial flow while addressing functional requirements. Each interior solution balances artistic expression with practical considerations for daily use and long-term enjoyment.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive plans for large-scale developments that respect ecological systems and cultural heritage. Our process creates cohesive environments with thoughtful circulation, zoning, and infrastructure integration. The approach ensures long-term adaptability while maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding landscape and local traditions.
Sustainable Design
We incorporate environmentally responsible practices throughout the design process while maintaining aesthetic integrity. Our approach optimizes natural light, ventilation, and material efficiency to minimize ecological impact. Projects achieve sustainability through climate-responsive design rather than relying solely on technological solutions.
People
Mark de Reus
Founding Partner
Mark de Reus founded the firm in 2005 with a vision for place-specific architecture. He leads design direction while maintaining studios in three distinct locations. His work emphasizes the relationship between built forms and natural environments through handcrafted, culturally rooted solutions.
Dan Dzakowic
Partner
Dan Dzakowic collaborates on complex projects requiring technical precision and creative problem-solving. He contributes expertise in large-scale developments and material innovation. His work bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern construction methodologies to achieve distinctive architectural expressions.
John Rowland
Studio Director
John Rowland oversees studio operations and project execution. He ensures design integrity throughout the construction process while mentoring emerging architects. His leadership maintains the firm's commitment to quality and attention to detail across all project phases.
Christopher Strahle
Studio Director
Christopher Strahle manages design teams and client relationships. He specializes in translating conceptual ideas into buildable solutions while maintaining artistic vision. His work focuses on achieving balance between creative ambition and practical implementation for successful project delivery.
Lisa Pimental
Office Manager
Lisa Pimental coordinates administrative operations across multiple studio locations. She ensures efficient workflow and resource management while maintaining the firm's professional standards. Her organizational expertise supports seamless project execution and client communication.
Questions
What architectural styles does de Reus Architects specialize in?
We avoid stylistic rigidity, focusing instead on creating designs that emerge from each site's unique characteristics, cultural context, and client needs.
Do you work on both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we handle luxury residential projects, resorts, and mixed-use developments while maintaining our signature attention to place-specific design.
How does the firm incorporate sustainability into designs?
We prioritize passive design strategies, local materials, and climate-responsive solutions that minimize environmental impact while enhancing occupant comfort naturally.
What locations does the firm serve?
While based in Sun Valley, Maui, and Hawai'i, we work on projects worldwide, with recent commissions in Mexico, China, Portugal, and the Bahamas.
How does the design process begin?
Our process starts with hand-drawn sketches and handmade models, emphasizing collaboration with clients and builders to develop concepts rooted in site and purpose.
What awards has the firm received?
We've earned AIA Merit Awards, ASID Honors, Design et al International Beach Hotel Winner, and multiple regional and international design accolades since 2005.