Quiet comfort, conscious craft
At Marisol Studios, we design custom homes that breathe with you. Thoughtfully rooted in Passive House principles, our spaces prioritize your well-being, from the air you inhale to the light that surrounds you. Every detail is carefully considered — not only for beauty, but for how it supports the rhythms of your life, your family, and your future. This is architecture as sanctuary — high-performance homes crafted with quiet intention.
Projects
Location
Denver, Colorado
Completion Year
2025
Role
Managing Principal
Firm
Marisol Studios
1938 Home Renovation & Expansion
This 1938 home, once left in disrepair, was thoughtfully renovated and expanded to transform previously uninhabitable areas into functional living spaces—effectively doubling the livable floor area.
A structurally unsound enclosed patio was removed and replaced with a 350 SF addition, creating a new bedroom and dining room. The existing kitchen was completely reimagined, opening into the new dining space with open views of the backyard.
The basement, originally designed for storage, was fully converted into livable space, adding a bedroom, laundry room, and additional storage. Outdated cloth-wrapped wiring was replaced to meet modern electrical codes, and all plumbing was upgraded to eliminate lead risks entirely.
Preserving the home’s historic charm, original interior doors and hardware were carefully refinished—stripping away years of paint and stain to reveal their timeless beauty.
These selected projects were completed while working at Rowland+Broughton in Denver, Perkins&Will in Seattle and Denver, atelierjones in Seattle, and Albrecht und Partner in Munich, Germany. All images shown are rendered representations of the projects.
Location
Aspen, Colorado
Completion Year
2024
Role
Project Architect
Firm
Rowland+Broughton
Aspen Duplex Renovation
At just under 6,000 SF, this Aspen duplex was thoughtfully reimagined with the addition of six dormers to its steep A-frame roof. This transformation unlocked valuable upper-floor space, allowing for a new primary bedroom, bath, and office while maintaining the home's duplex structure.
Through strategic space planning, the residence now functions seamlessly as both a duplex and a unified family home. While the primary structure remained intact, nearly every other element was upgraded—including finishes, windows, mechanical, plumbing, lighting, kitchen, and exterior cladding. Additionally, the garage was rebuilt with a mother-in-law suite above, enhancing both functionality and livability.
Role
Sustainability Manager
Firm
Rowland+Broughton
Location
Aspen, Colorado
Completion Year
In Progress
High Performing Aspen Residence
The clients envisioned a sustainable home but looked to us to define what that truly meant. Taking a holistic approach, we prioritized well-being, indoor air quality, operational carbon, and embodied carbon from the outset.
The design integrates mass timber construction with highly insulated walls and roofs, along with high-performance, triple-pane aluminum-clad wood windows—ensuring unparalleled thermal comfort. Interior materials were carefully selected for their zero-VOC content, protecting indoor air quality.
Daylighting studies played a key role in minimizing heat loss and glare through skylights while maximizing natural light to reduce reliance on artificial lighting. An embodied carbon life cycle analysis of the structure and enclosure informed strategic design adjustments, lowering emissions without compromising aesthetics or performance.
To further enhance energy efficiency, we conducted iterative energy modeling of the home’s ground-source heat pump and electric mechanical systems. Paired with an innovative rooftop solar shingle system, these measures significantly reduce the home’s reliance on grid electricity.
This project and its sustainability strategies were featured in R+B’s 2023 Venice Biennale exhibition, “Redefining Beauty,” which explored water rights issues in Colorado.
Location
Irvine, California
Completion Year
In Progress
Role
Project Architect
Firm
Perkins&Will
3rd + Lenora
This multi-use highrise in the heart of Seattle contains 32 stories of office, living, and amenity spaces. This project went through Seattle’s rigorous design review process as it has forever changed the city’s skyline.
California Recreation Center
Designed as the centerpiece of a dynamic activity campus, this recreation center brings energy and vibrancy to the community. Its exterior features a bold combination of colorful, insulated polycarbonate panels and a striking metal mesh rainscreen, creating a visually dynamic and high-performance façade. Inside, playful color accents are integrated into traditional elements like railings and windows, reinforcing an atmosphere of movement, fun, and sports.
Location
Jackson Hole, WY
Completion Year
2024
Role
Project Architect
Firm
Rowland+Broughton
Boutique Hotel - Jackson Hole
After the original structure was lost to fire, this 50,000+ SF boutique hotel was completely redesigned and rebuilt to create an elevated guest experience. The new design offers a seamless blend of luxury and relaxation, featuring a spa, restaurant, lounge, outdoor hot tub and courtyard, and a stunning rooftop bar with panoramic views of the iconic Jackson Hole ski area.
Location
Seattle, WA
Completion Year
2020
Role
Project Architect
Firm
Perkins&Will
18th Ave Science + Tech
This dynamic science and tech building was designed to extend the Swedish Hospital campus and act as the intermediary between the adjacent residential neighborhood and the tall towers of the hospital.
Location
Seattle, WA
Completion Year
On Hold
Role
Project Architect
Firm
Perkins&Will
Passive House Design
Passive House design makes a building work for you.
Air-tight construction
Continuous insulation
High-performing doors and windows
Thermal bridge free design
Fresh air that exchanges heat before it leaves the house
These all contribute to your comfort and lower the amount of energy necessary to heat and cool your home. Utilizing natural building materials and products, we can ensure the air you breathe inside your home isn’t filled with the toxins found in some traditional building materials.
Marisol is a Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD), meaning she has undergone rigorous training to understand the building science concepts behind why Passive House works and how to apply it to projects.
Sarah Broughton, Founding Principal of Rowland+Broughton
“She [Marisol] has played an active role in educating our team and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within the firm. Her efforts have contributed to meaningful improvements in our sustainability practices through thoughtful goal setting and implementation. Marisol’s commitment to her work, collaborative approach, and passion for sustainability make her a valuable asset to any team.”
Jami McMannes, Community Office for Resource Efficiency (CORE)