Alexander Barrett’s architectural design projects (both commissioned and collaborative) and with his past formal experience in finance are the foundation for the “design + develop + dwell” plan of 38 Spatial, Inc. After apprenticing for the architectural design firms in New York City, he started his first design firm Progetto Barrett in 2000. Which focused on residential and small commercial projects. This early work with clients in California provided the seed for his interest in architecturally conscious development. In 2004, Mr. Barrett created 38 Spatial, LLC. With the market as client, 38 Spatial's design build ventures included projects on both coasts. The firm focused on designing and building luxury apartments and lofts in New York City. After nine years of architectural design and on-site construction/project management experience, he founded 38 Spatial, Inc. in 2009. The design-build team proffers client services. The company bridges his two passions, architectural design and construction. Mr. Barrett studied Architectural Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and received his Bachelor of Architecture at Pratt Institute in New York.
Jackson Butler is a licensed Architect who has been practicing design and architecture for over twenty-five years, taking on various design, architecture and management capacities with GAP Inc., Pugh + Scarpa, Frank Gehry and Associates, Cooper Carry and Associates. His work has been cited in a variety of design and architectural publications from Metropolis, Architecture, Interior Design to Metropolitan Home. In 1995 he co-founded the notable design firm, Hedge Design Collective in Los Angeles, being featured in Metropolis Magazine. As project architect for Pugh + Scarpa, in Santa Monica, he was responsible for such projects as the award winning Colorado Court SRO. After leaving The Gap as a Design Manager for the company’s Flagship stores, he embarked on his own, with projects ranging from commercial, development, master planning and custom single-family residences. Mr. Butler also co-created a development company, pollen8 LLC, specializing in custom residential developments with a focus on green construction materials, practices and life-cycle value. Mr. Butler received his Bachelors of Architecture at the University of Florida and received his MArch from the Southern California Institute of Architecture in Los Angeles. For 38 Spatial, Mr. Butler serves as the firms Lead Architect and client relations.
Mr Roche's passion for creative problem solving has generated an impressive roster of satisfied clients. Roché has sought to apply the principles and disciplines of his formal training to the design needs of our clients. Mr Roche joined the design team at 38Spatial in 2009.
Roche was lead brand designer for client companies such as Gap and Smith & Hawken. While working for Bé Design he was responsible for developing brand communication strategy for numerous reputable trademarks, including the Smirnoff red label vodka redesign; the naming of Thomas Keller’s New York City venture,Per se, as well as overseeing brand strategy and creative development for ahost of clients ranging from 24-Hour Fitness to Taylor’s Automatic Refresher.
His architectural portfolio includes The Trueblood Residence in Palm Springs, the Sterling Residence in Napa Valley and the Bure Residence in St. Helena.
Mr. Roche earned a BS in Environmental design from UC Davis and an MArch from UC Berkeley and was awarded the prestigious Branner Travelling Fellowship.
Designer David Mast truly exudes his passion for aesthetics and living. Gifted in the ability to understand his clients’ needs and desires he is able to create a masterpiece of visual living.
David grew up on the plains of Canada with a deep sense of appreciation for nature, movement, color and light. He understands the changing seasons with all their beauty and is able to incorporate that understanding into his design. David graduated with a Bachelor’s in European History from Calvin College (Grand Rapids, MI), and has been living in San Francisco since 1992. Although he started off in the financial services industry, prior to following his design passion, this experience greatly assisted him in understanding the financial complexities of project budgeting. While working as a financial planner, he attended UC Berkeley Design School where he realized his true talent for Interior and Landscape Design. David has not only travelled extensively but also lived around the world.
David is praised for his ability to assess a vast variety of spaces, residential or commercial, old or new, and transform them into spaces where their potential for beauty and comfort is maximized. David has designed custom homes and commercial spaces throughout California, the East Coast and Canada.
Born and raised in the Napa Valley, Amelia Robison has a unique gift for passionate yet tastefully reserved aesthetics. She has a diverse background that melds a discerning eye for interior design and a lifelong pursuit of the culinary arts. She has a keen interest in materials, textiles and patterning and the way in which these elements can shape the experience of a space. Amelia is constantly seeking a harmony of ambiance, sensation and environment that strike a universal human chord. This relentless drive for the sublime is an essential aspect of all her work, and is part of what makes Amelia an essential team member at 38 Spatial.
Being a part of the design team through Gensler for 2010 "Dining by Design", Amelia collaborated with fellow designers to create a space that invoked collective memory. Amelia Robison received her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Interior Design at California College of the Arts in San Francisco, California.
Ms. Talcott's work in estate and property management and her extensive experience in business management and client services is an asset to the administration of 38Spatial. Adrian joined the company in 2007.
Ms. Talcott obtained her MSc in International Relations from the London School of Economics & Political Science, and a Bachelor in Communications and History from Northwestern University.