Business Details
29 Years
experience
Custom Mountain Architecture & Sustainable Design
Since 1997, Jess Pedersen Architecture has been dedicated to creating innovative architectural solutions rooted in the unique characteristics of Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley. Our practice, founded by Jess Pedersena Rhode Island School of Design graduate and licensed Colorado architectprioritizes direct collaboration with clients to align site-specific conditions, programmatic needs, and budgetary constraints. With expertise spanning modern mountain design, sustainable building practices, and residential projects across Colorado and Texas, we emphasize the symbiotic relationship between architect and client to transform houses into personalized homes.Our approach integrates climatic, technological, and cultural influences to produce timeless modern alpine architecture that challenges conventional mountain design while honoring regional traditions. With two decades of experience managing vacation rental properties and a deep connection to the Aspen Valley's vibrant community, we extend our commitment to quality and client satisfaction beyond architectural services into hospitality and local engagement.
Services
Residential Architecture
Sustainable Design
Mountain Home Planning
Commercial Projects
Site Analysis
Client Consultation
Vacation Property Management
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Licensed Colorado architect with 25+ years of local building expertise
- Specialize in sustainable practices integrated with mountain climate conditions
- Direct client collaboration from concept through project completion
- Deep understanding of Roaring Fork Valley's cultural and environmental context
- Proven track record with residential and commercial projects since 1997
What people say
Amazing dining experiences
Restore yourself daily
Stunning mountain views
Year-round activities
Personalized service
Services
Residential Architecture
Creating custom mountain homes that balance modern aesthetics with functional living spaces. Our designs incorporate site-specific features and sustainable materials to produce energy-efficient residences that complement Colorado's natural environment. Each project emphasizes client collaboration to ensure personalized solutions that reflect individual lifestyles.
Sustainable Design
Implementing eco-friendly construction practices and materials to minimize environmental impact. Our approach includes passive solar design, energy-efficient systems, and locally sourced materials. We help clients achieve LEED certification and other sustainability benchmarks while maintaining aesthetic appeal and functional performance in mountain climate conditions.
Commercial Projects
Designing functional commercial spaces that integrate with Colorado's mountain landscape. Our expertise includes office buildings, retail spaces, and mixed-use developments that meet business needs while adhering to environmental regulations. We prioritize accessibility, energy efficiency, and long-term operational sustainability in all commercial projects.
Site Analysis
Conducting comprehensive assessments of property characteristics to inform optimal building placement. Our analysis considers topography, solar exposure, vegetation, and local regulations to maximize views and natural light while minimizing environmental disruption. This process ensures designs harmonize with the surrounding landscape and microclimate.
Client Consultation
Providing personalized guidance throughout the architectural process from initial concept to construction completion. We work closely with clients to understand their vision, budget, and lifestyle needs while offering expert recommendations on materials, layouts, and regulatory requirements for successful project outcomes.
People
Jess Pedersen
Principal Architect
Licensed Colorado architect with 25+ years of experience in mountain design. Rhode Island School of Design graduate specializing in sustainable practices and regional architecture. Active in local community development and property management.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We focus on residential and commercial mountain architecture, sustainable design, site analysis, and client consultation services tailored to Colorado's climate and terrain.
Do you work outside Colorado?
While based in Carbondale, we've completed projects in Texas and multiple Colorado counties. Our expertise in mountain architecture applies to similar climates and terrains nationwide.
What sustainable building practices do you use?
We implement passive solar design, energy-efficient systems, and locally sourced materials. Our approach minimizes environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic appeal and functional performance in mountain climates.
How do you manage vacation rental properties?
We offer full-service property management for three short-term rentals in Carbondale, combining architectural expertise with hospitality experience to maximize property value and guest satisfaction.
Reviews (3)
Niels
Aug 30, 2021
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We chose Jess as our architect after seeing some of the homes and remodels he had designed. Jess was easy to work with and drew up a beautiful house based on our wants and budget. He listened when we voiced concerns or asked for modifications and discussed the practicality and budget implications of our ideas. His guidance was invaluable! The result is that we now live in a wonderful home that fits our lifestyle beautifully. And, although we have only lived here 7 months, one of our friends was so impressed with our home he has already contracted Jess to design his new home. We wholeheartedly recommend
Geoffrey Gilbert
Dec 17, 2020
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"Great architect. Thoughtful, consistent, trustworthy, pragmatic and thoroughly appropriate designs that consider surroundings and efficiency first, and then just the right contemporary touch to blend into a well balanced design over the entirety of the project. Great listener, and response times to requests way above average. Easy to communicate with and always a positive experience start to finish" Geoffrey Gilbert, Principal Sewanaka Restoration and Design Jeff Davis Project 2015 Austin, TX
Lori Brandon
Jul 29, 2020
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We chose Jess after seeing several homes in the area that we really liked. Right from the start, Jess was easy to work with, a good listener and able to use our input while guiding the process in a professional manner. He surely helped us to create our dream home and bring our vision to life and we are thrilled with the collaborative outcome. Jess was sensitive to our budgetary guidelines and was flexible, creative, prompt and very responsive. We were especially focused on situating the house to fully take advantage of extraordinary views and Jess was diligent and helpful in getting it perfect
