Hodgin Architecture designs simple, contemporary solutions that connect the individual with the world around them and celebrate unique elements of the existing site and context while focusing on efficiency and sustainability.

We craft a design solution specific to each client, site, budget and program rather than bringing a prescribed style or solution to a project. Our approach to architecture begins with listening. Essential to the design process is to work in a collaborative process with the client, builder and other team members to develop creative solutions to pragmatic functional requirements. Our design solutions create contemporary works that draw inspiration from details of older structures and incorporate special elements of the landscape. In this design process, we create unique details or moments that connect the user to the building and its surroundings. This includes envisioning a way that buildings can elegantly improve our lives and connect us to our environment with a careful footprint.

Building Process
Building is inherently a complex and confusing undertaking. Our intention is to simplify the process through careful design work. Our experience working on many sides of the building profession helps us work with clients and builders through all the steps of creating a building. We are dedicated to the craft of building and continue to work with clients through the construction phases, helping them select and work with builders, navigate the construction process, understand all considerations, and ensure a high quality building.

Meet Aaron Hodgin, Founder
Aaron grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia and North Carolina  captivated by the constant change within the ancient mountains and landscape. After graduating from the University of Virginia with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Architecture in 1998, he worked in architecture and the construction business in Virginia, Illinois, and California, leaning into the hands-on aspects of building and carpentry. 

Aaron completed  a Master of Architecture at the University of Washington, where he further developed a respect for the built and natural context. 

In the Pacific Northwest, he was greatly influenced by the regional influences on building design and construction.  He began to understand how buildings could be responsive to their climate and fit well with their placement in urban and natural settings, leading him  to focus on quality design, sustainability and the regional influences in building. In 2006, he became LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified.

He continued his exploration of building, landscape and the region after moving to Colorado in 2006. He has completed diverse projects and collaborated with several architects in the Denver area. The quality of the sunlight in Colorado, as well as the regional building materials and techniques continue to fascinate him.

Additionally, he has served as an adjunct professor at both the Art Institute of Colorado and the Community College of Denver, developing and teaching classes in sustainable and green design as well as light frame construction and building technology. .