ABOUT US

Vertical Arts Architecture is a full-service, multi-disciplinary firm of highly experienced and visionary designers, planners and technicians providing a menu of architecture, land planning, interior, and landscape design services.

OUR TEAM

A fully-integrated architecture, interior design, landscape and planning firm with offices in Steamboat Springs, Vail and Denver, and Bozeman, Vertical Arts employs 18 team members who wear many hats depending on the day, hour or phase of each project. In fact, owner Brandt Vanderbosch says the ever-changing, dynamic nature of the business is the fun part. Like any high performing team, there is a common goal that drives our team to work together and strive for excellence; at Vertical Arts, the client is always most important and everything we do is designed to craft our clients’ stories with empathy and creativity.

OUR APPROACH

The cornerstone of everything we do is listening, which helps us understand each client’s unique problems and opportunities from the very beginning. From there, our multidisciplinary approach allows us to build the right team for the job. Our concierge service mentality means that each project’s creative team takes full responsibility as a client advocate, solving all problems from start to completion. During the process we never lose sight of our goal of crafting your unique story through architecture and design.

OUR PROCESS

Our proprietary envisioning process is the most important component of schematic design and planning. Through envisioning, we carefully explore the major concepts and ideas of the project including the client’s goals, a site’s history, the surrounding environment, local design guidelines, materiality, and more. Armed with that information, we craft the overall story, creative concept and technical strategy that will serve as the foundation for the development. The result is an invaluable tool that guides the client, the design team and critical stakeholders through the life of the project.
“Thank you again for your work on The Olympian. The project exceeded my expectations in design and service. The Olympian is clearly the most respected architectural work in downtown Steamboat Springs. Your implementation of stone, steel and timber in a timeless fashion is the new cornerstone against which future developments will be measured. The attention to detail in design and construction observation services has been second to none. I look forward to a continued long and prosperous relationship with Vertical Arts.”

– Paul B. Franklin, Managing Member

“The team at Vertical Arts was given little parameters to work with, a few words in a spatial vision statement, and they created an award winning work space that has been a pleasure to work in and a space we are proud to call our home.”

– David Hill and Brent Pearson, Principles, Resort Ventures West

“As an international development group, we work with architects throughout the US, Latin America and the Caribbean. The experience collaborating with Vertical Arts has been among the very best. Too often in large project design the working dynamic becomes adversarial, with the artistic vision of the designer clashing with the development goals of the client. Not so with Vertical Arts. They actively request ideas, input and innovation from our group every step of the way. In return, they interpret our requests and inspire us with their creations. Steamboat Highlands started with an idea. The vision that Vertical Arts defined made our idea a reality.”

– Zach Beimes, Gamir/Reilly Developments

Meet Our Team

Brandt Vanderbosch

Brandt Vanderbosch

Principal and Founder

A natural leader who’s never shied away from hard work, Brandt Vanderbosch founded Vertical Arts in 2004. Brandt’s impeccable eye for design, unique problem-solving ability and customer-centric approach sets the standard for excellence and guides the team to strive for the same.
Sarah Tiedeken

Sarah Tiedeken

Partner

Sarah has been an integral leader on the Vertical Arts team member for 14 years. She seamlessly balances technical details and project management and is driven by her passion for expressing her clients’ stories through exceptional design.
Andrew Pharis

Andrew Pharis

Partner

Andrew is a licensed architect, whose work spans both architecture and interior design. Prior to joining Vertical Arts, he worked in New York City on a wide variety of high-end residential design project types and styles. He brings an integrated design approach that ensures each project is cohesive.
MICHELE MCCARTHY

MICHELE MCCARTHY

Partner

With 26 years of luxury design experience, Michele brings a sophisticated, NCIDQ-certified technical eye to complex mountain builds throughout the Rocky Mountain West. She is a dedicated advocate for the client’s vision, seamlessly blending high-end aesthetics with the functional demands of the Montana landscape.
RON NEMETZ

RON NEMETZ

Partner

With more than 30 years of architectural expertise, Ron specializes in balancing rustic traditions with contemporary luxury. He leverages deep-rooted local relationships and a veteran’s perspective to lead integrated residential and commercial projects across the Rocky Mountain West.
Al Leiser

Al Leiser

Architect

Al brings more than 30 years of experience to the Vertical Arts team having begun his career in 1982. His extensive expertise and attention to detail leave clients with a high level of satisfaction.
Mitch Rewold

Mitch Rewold

Landscape Architect / Planner

As a registered Landscape Architect in Colorado, Mitch works seamlessly with the architect, planning and design teams to supply his wealth of knowledge and expert creativity throughout the design process.
Gina Silveri

Gina Silveri

Retail & Procurement Manager

Along with her key eye for design, Gina has had a successful 20-year career in logistics and operations management. At Vertical Arts she integrates sourcing, process improvements and maximizes efficiency to exceed client expectations.
Chandler Deimund

Chandler Deimund

Studio Director

Based in Vail Valley, Chandler has an unmatched troubleshooting and quality assurance skill set that adds value to a variety of Vertical Arts’ project types. He is involved in all phases of design, management and construction.
Makenzie Houghton

Makenzie Houghton

Architectural Designer / Interior Designer

Makenzie is passionate for the aesthetics and function of the architecture and interior design of both residential and commercial projects. She graduated with a Fine Arts degree in Interior Design in 2014 and earned her master’s at the Academy of Art in San Francisco.
Adam Johnson

Adam Johnson

Architect

​Adam, a registered architect, joined the Vertical Arts team in 2018 after graduating with his BArch in New York. Adam brings a keen eye for detail and comprehensive technical skills to each project he works on. In his free time, Adam takes every opportunity to explore his passions for skiing, music, and the outdoors.
Austin Davis

Austin Davis

Controller

Austin brings a diverse background in accounting, finance and business management to the Vertical Arts team. When he’s not in the office, you can find him pursuing his passions in the mountains.
Leia Farrens

Leia Farrens

Marketing Coordinator

Leia , a 2020 graduate of the University of Nebraska serves as a marketing coordinator and content creator. Her passion for writing and telling stories push her to find ways to bring others into the world of design and architecture.
Colin Jecha

Colin Jecha

Architectural Designer

Colin received both his Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and Master of Architecture from the University of Illinois at Chicago. During that time, he worked with multiple practicing professionals in the Chicago land area and abroad focusing mainly on residential architecture and interior design.
Jenna Newhouse

Jenna Newhouse

Office and Interior Design/Retail Assistant

After working in both the ski and landscape industries for a decade, Jenna joins us with a passion for design in all forms. A graduate from The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a double major in Marketing, Human Resources and a minor in Communications, she brings a vast background to a team that wears many hats. When not in the office, you can find her enjoying the outdoors, traveling, or spending time with friends and family.