Forum Phi, Architecture in Aspen
About

Who We Are

Forum Phi is an award-winning, architecture, interior design, and land planning firm founded in Aspen, Colorado in 2006. 

Every design decision we make comes from an unwavering commitment to serving people and place. We are inspired by our clients and our surroundings. We dedicate ourselves to unearthing honest, practical, and industry-leading solutions to the obstacles that projects present. Integrity and transparency matter to us.   

Our approach is informed by the people with whom we work and the places we get to build. Like the communities we serve in Aspen, Carbondale, and Denver, our projects are built collaboratively, and we celebrate the different people who contribute to the vibrant, multi-dimensional process.   

We Are

Architects

As architects we believe that great design pays tribute to people and place. Our design decisions are driven by collaboration, thoughtful composition, and dedication to serving our clients. At the core of our design motivation, we invent spaces that strike a harmony between people, community, and landscape.  

Interior
Designers

When architects work collaboratively with interior designers the entire process of building a home is harmonized. Let our interior designers bring the wow factor to your space, increasing function, fluidity, and overall value.  

Land
Planners

Our team of experts understands how essential land planning can be to every project. With our extensive knowledge of the Aspen area and beyond, we help our clients navigate the complexities of land-use regulations, permits, and approval processes.

Forum Phi, Aspen Architects
Our Team

We Are Forum Phi

Jennifer Olson

Hometown: Geneva, NY

Education: Auburn University

Home Office: All

Partner

Ryan Walterscheid

Hometown: Carlsbad, NM

Education: Texas Tech University

Home Office: All

Partner

Ryan Lee

Hometown: Dallas, TX

Education: University of Oklahoma

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Partner

Sara Upton

Hometown: Conifer, CO

Education: University of Colorado at Boulder and University of Colorado at Denver

Home Office: Aspen, CO

Principal

Andrew Dillon

Hometown: Jackson, WY

Education: University of Oregon

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Principal

Rebecca Olson

Hometown: Walla Walla, WA

Education: Parsons and Washington State University

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Associate | Senior Interior Designer

Brook Sherick

Hometown: Glenwood Springs, CO

Education: University of Colorado at Boulder

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Creative Director

Courtenay Wright

Hometown: Mansfield, OH

Education: University of Cincinnati

Home Office: Aspen, CO

Senior Interior Designer

Ryan Hoffner

Hometown: Lake Tahoe, CA

Education: Montana State University

Home Office: Aspen, CO

Senior Project Architect

Forum Phi, Aspen Architects, Ryan Hoffner

Michael Besaw

Hometown: Dixon, IL

Education: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Home Office: Denver, CO

Associate | Controller

Natalyn Cumings

Hometown: Windsor, CO

Education: Chadron State and University of Bridgeport

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Associate | Human Resources Director

Forum Phi, Natalyn Cumings

Melody De Los Santos

Hometown: Glenwood Springs, CO

Education: Western Colorado University and Colorado Mountain College

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Purchasing Manager

Kathryn Ruggles

Hometown: New York City, NY

Education: University of New Hampshire

Home Office: Aspen, CO

Office Manager

Forum Phi, Kathryn Ruggles

Mark Hardeman

Hometown: Baton Rouge, LA

Education: Louisiana State University

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Senior Project Manager

Forum Phi, Aspen Architects, Mark Hardeman

Forrest Lundgren

Hometown: Harbor Springs, MI

Education: University of Michigan

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Planner

Lily Chavkin

Hometown: Boulder, CO

Education: University of Colorado

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Marketing Coordinator

Kurt Hartmann

Hometown: Glenwood Springs, CO

Education: University of Colorado at Boulder and University of Colorado at Denver

Home Office: Aspen, CO

Project Manager

Forum Phi, Aspen Architects, Kurt Hartmann

Libby Hartmann

Hometown: Boulder, CO

Education: University of Colorado at Boulder

Home Office: Aspen, CO

Architectural Staff

Max Boruff

Hometown: Albuquerque, NM

Education: University of New Mexico

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Project Manager

Derek Joyner

Hometown: Carbondale, CO

Education: University of Colorado at Boulder

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Architectural Staff

Philip Elmore

Hometown: Winter Haven, FL

Education: University of Florida and University of Michigan

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Architectural Staff

James Ford

Hometown: Atlanta, GA

Education: Georgia Tech and Chalmers University in Sweden

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Architectural Staff

Emily Jarvie

Hometown: Rochester, NY

Education: Kent State University

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Architectural Staff

David Wirth

Hometown: Oakland, CA

Education: Fort Lewis College and University of Colorado at Denver

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Architectural Staff

Esteban Lugo

Hometown: Livermore, CA

Education: California Polytechnic State University

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Architectural Staff

Jamie House

Hometown: Houston, TX

Education: Texas Tech University

Home Office: Denver, CO

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Interior Design Project Manager

David Vasquez

Hometown: Miami, FL

Education: University of California in Los Angeles and University of Florida

Home Office: Carbondale, CO

Architectural Staff

Forum Phi, Aspen Architects, David Vasquez

Ben Freund

Hometown: Woodstock, NY

Education: University of Colorado at Boulder

Home Office: Denver, CO

Architectural Staff

Caroline Long

Hometown: Broomfield, CO

Education: University of Wyoming and University of Oregon

Home Office: Denver, CO 

 

Architectural Staff

Architectural Staff

Architectural Staff

Architectural Staff

Architectural Staff

Elena Pilar

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Education: University of Colorado

Home Office: Denver, CO

 

Amy Roether

Hometown: Louisburg, KS

Education: Kansas State University

Home Office: Denver, CO

 

Architectural Staff

Reetesh Khaled

Hometown: Knoxville, TN

Education: University of Tennessee

Home Office: Denver, CO

 

Architectural Staff 

Scott Deisher

Hometown: Eldersburg, MD

Education: University of Maryland and University of Michigan

Home Office: Denver, CO

Project Manager

Evan Norkosky

Hometown: Golden Valley, MN

Education: University of New Mexico and University of Colorado Denver

Home Office: Denver, CO

Architectural Staff

Forum Phi, Aspen Architects, Careers
Careers

Working at
Forum Phi

We believe that taking care of our team makes for a better experience for everyone—from our clients to our collaborators. For 8 years running, we’ve topped Outside Magazine’s “50 Best Places to Work” for our benefits, salary, and employee satisfaction. Our extensive benefits package includes employer-paid premiums, generous paid time off, health and wellness benefits, and more.

210 E Hyman Avenue, Suite 202
Aspen, CO 81611

36 N 4th Street
Carbondale, CO 81623

1514 Blake Street, Suite 300
Denver, CO 80202

2022

LOCAL Magazine + Aspen Daily News
Five Tips for the Essential Mudroom

LOCAL Magazine + Aspen Daily News
Mad Dog Ranch Gets an Encore

Business Insider
2023 Kitchen Trends From Interior Designer

Architectural Digest
Forum Phi “Went Bold” This Wine Cellar Design

Mansion Global
Transform Your Outdoor Area Into An Entertainment Space In Chilly Weather

Aspen Magazine
Aspen Street Lodge named a “Design Forward Hotel”

OutThere Colorado
Outside releases ‘best workplaces’ list – and 50% are in Colorado

Outside Magazine
The 50 Best Places to Work in 2022

The Wall Street Journal
No Space for Your 12-Person Hot Tub? Put it in the Basement.

Colorado Homes & Lifestyles
The Fabulous List 2022: Architects

Living Cozy
12 Gray Couch Living Room Ideas from Pro Designers

Wall Street Journal
There’s a New Menace Stalking Suburbia. Meet the McBasement.

Luxe
This Cozy Aspen Home Redefines The Idea Of ‘Forest Bathing’

Gotham Mag
20 of the Best Hotels Across the US

The Kitchn
Home Entertaining Is Back — Here Are 6 Kitchen Design Trends in Big Demand, According to Renovation Pros

Luxe
Forest Bathing

Luxe
RED Award – Regional Winner, Interior Architecture

Houzz
New This Week: 5 Stylish Bedrooms With Built-In Bunk Beds

Aspen Magazine
Step Inside Aspen’s Newly Renovated-Victorian Home

Aspen Magazine
Modern Makeover

Houzz
5 Fabulous New Front Entries

Homedit
Dark Hallway Ideas That Make Your Home Great

Mountain Living
Top Mountain Architects 2022

1st Dibs
14 Gorgeous Great Rooms in Rocky Mountain Homes

Aspen Magazine
Forum Phi’s Top 6 Reasons to Hire an Interior Designer

2021

Mountain Living
The Top 10 Mountain Homes of 2021

House Beautiful
See How Maria Crosby Renovated a Victorian Home While Maintaining Its Original Glory

Yahoo! Finance
See How One Designer Renovated a Victorian Home While Maintaining Its Original Glory

Forbes
How Design Experts Can Help Clients Overcome Decision Fatigue

Luxe
Modern Industrial Design Gets A Chic Twist In This Aspen Hotel

Axios Denver
How Colorado’s best places to work keep employees happy

Aspen Magazine | Modern Luxury
Room Service: Checkout the Hottest Hotel Upgrades in Aspen & Snowmass

CH&L
The Fabulous List

Aspen Times
Business Briefs; Outside Touts Forum Phi

Seattle Times
Six New Ski Retreats for Every Type of Traveler

Outside Magazine
The 50 Best Places to Work in 2021 (#2)

Aspen Times
Best Place to Work (#1)

Aspen Times
Best Interior Design Firm (#1)

Aspen Times
Best Architecture Firm (#2)

Mountain Living
Home of the Year

5280
The Music Is Back at Jimmy Buffett and Glenn Frey’s Former Retreat

Aspen Times
Next-level local luxury: 6 haute havens for a summer escape

Aspen Sojourner
Two New Aspen Lodging Properties Offer Enviable Retreats

5280 Magazine
You’ll Want To Steal All the Design Ideas From Aspen’s New Boutique Hotel

CH&L
Five Under Forty

Aspen Magazine | Modern Luxury
Endless Sky

Forbes
Three Tips To Keep In Mind When Designing For Niche Client Groups

Aspen Magazine | Modern Luxury
Book a Staycation at This Chic Chalet

Residences Decoration
Un lodge contemporain inspiré au cœur du Colorado

Forbes
Why Benefits Are A Key To Creating An Inclusive Workplace

Aspen Magazine | Modern Luxury
Home Away From Home

Aspen Magazine | Modern Luxury
Style by Fire

Aspen Magazine | Modern Luxury
Aspen Cares

Mountain Living
The ML List: Top Architects & Designers 2021

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