Think Architecture comprises creative, experienced, and qualified architectural designers, landscape architects, land planners, interior designers, and construction managers. Quality and professionalism define us and guide our everyday work.
Award-Winning Architectural Designers
Corey Solum, AIA, NCARB
Principal Architect/CEO
Corey Solum is president of Think Architecture and a 25-year veteran of architecture focused primarily on multi-family housing and mixed-use projects. Corey is actively involved in the architectural industry serving as Chairperson for the Utah Architects Licensing Board, NCARB and WCARB task forces, and past president of AIA Utah. Additionally, he’s been involved with Utah Center for Architecture and the newly formed ACE Utah.
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Chris Jensen, AIA
Principal Architect/COO
Chris Jensen is a 34-year veteran of architecture specializing in hospitality, multi-family housing and commercial design. For the past five years, Chris has served on the Uniform Building Code Commission and is currently the Chairman. In this role he actively seeks public recommendations regarding proposed changes to Utah’s building codes. These recommendations are then presented to the Legislature for adoption.
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Tyler Kirk, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
Principal Architect
As a principal, Tyler Kirk brings more than 20 years of architectural experience to the firm. Tyler specializes in the design of multi-family, single-family, commercial office buildings, community planning and resort/hospitality projects. Many of Tyler’s projects are high density where the preservation of available resources is critical to find an appropriate balance between the natural and man-made environments. He is a LEED Accredited Professional and has extensive experience with sustainable project design, incorporating some form of sustainable certification.
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Johnny Shirley, AIA
Principal Architect
Johnny Shirley has more than 20 years of specialized alpine resort experience. His integrated approach to sustainable design that embraces regional context has resulted in award-winning premier architecture. Johnny’s expertise spans various architectural building typologies including condo-hotel, multi-family housing, high-end custom homes, commercial office buildings and mixed-use developments.
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Troy Sanders, RLA
Principal Landscape Architect
Troy Sanders is an award-winning landscape architect and principal of Think Architecture with more than 28 years of land planning and design experience. For the last 16 years, Troy has led the landscape architectural studio where he develops design concepts, collaborates with owners and project architects, and reviews projects through completion.
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Jered Plouzek, NCARB
Principal Architect
Jered Plouzek has more than 30 years of municipal and recreational building experience. Prior to joining Think Architecture in 2017, Jered owned his own architectural firm for more than 10 years. His expertise includes many community recreational facilities, fitness centers and commercial office buildings throughout the western United States.
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Stephen Peaden, ASLA
Principal Landscape Architect
Stephen is an experienced and well-rounded landscape architect, having worked for civil engineering, architecture, and landscape architecture firms. He has experience providing site planning, conceptual design, planting design, irrigation design, construction document drafting, and design standard documents. Additionally, Steven is an expert in 3D modeling and other graphic rendering allowing customers to visualize their projects and help make decisions.
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N.H. Rather, AIA
Associate Principal
NH Rather is an Associate Principal with over 15 years of architectural design experience in commercial, healthcare, and residential projects. Prior to joining Think Architecture in 2022, NH owned his own architectural firm for more than 10 years. NH is committed to creating vibrant architectural spaces. Through creative problem-solving and excellent visual communication, he seeks to find solutions that are both functional and expressive.
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John Shirley
Principal Emeritus
A founding principal of Think Architecture, John C. Shirley has more than 46 years of architectural design and land planning expertise. His primary focus has been in the ski resort industry and his work spans most ski resorts in Utah. His professional experience includes published and award-winning projects from Sundance, Alta, Solitude, Deer Valley, The Canyons, Elk Meadows and Park City to name a few.
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Mark Stonehocker, AIA
Associate Architect
Mark Stonehocker has more than 30 years of experience as an associate architect on large scale projects. His expertise has been primarily focused on hospitality and multi-family housing including mixed-use and affordable projects in the Park City area. Mark has extensive technical experience in design, specifications and code analysis.
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Sam Kingore, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Associate Architect
Originally from California, Sam has over two decades of experience in the field. He has worked on a variety of projects with emphases on sustainability and affordable housing. Throughout his work, Sam has contributed to around half a dozen projects that have been granted LEED Certification status and numerous projects that have won awards. Since recently joining the Think Architecture team, Sam has been working on residential projects and working to incorporate his expertise regarding sustainable design into more projects.
February 2024 Sam has expanded his capabilities to help deliver healthier buildings by becoming a WELL AP. This certification process is similar to LEED but adds a specific focus on health and wellness.
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Troy Tueller, AIA
Associate Architect
Troy has over 23 years of experience working in the field of architecture. He has experience working on hotels, libraries, community centers, and multi-family projects. Since joining Think this past year, Troy has worked on various commercial related jobs.
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Brandon Francom
Associate Architect
Brandon is a 20-year veteran of architecture. He has a diverse background with a specialization in mixed-use urban development. His portfolio includes significant projects in mid-rise and high-rise multifamily, hospitality, and office buildings, with a strong emphasis on both the Pacific Northwest and Salt Lake City markets. He has significant experience with urban design and master planning, and has led major projects including Rocky Mountain Power’s headquarters and new Power District masterplan.
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Alex Vazquez, AIA
Architect
Alex is a talented, creative designer with skills in architectural design and graphic representation. He has over 8 years of experience working on a variety of project types including civil, resort, apartment, mixed-use development, restaurant, retail, and high-end custom residential. Alex’s responsibilities include evolving design concepts through all phases with the highest levels of accuracy, precision, and efficiency.
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Cory Ingersoll, AIA
Architect
Cory Ingersoll is a licensed architect at Think Architecture with expertise in religious, civic, and commercial projects. A dual master’s graduate in architecture and business from the University of Utah, he has contributed to key projects like LDS chapels, fire stations, and courthouses. Passionate about thoughtful design, Cory strives to create spaces that enhance daily life.
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Curtis Tanner, ASLA
Associate Landscape Architect
Curtis Tanner is a registered landscape architect with more than 30 years of experience. Prior to joining Think Architecture in 2013, Curtis owned and operated his own design firm for 25 years. Curtis’ extensive experience includes commercial community master planning, urban streetscapes, public park design, skate parks and community amenity design.
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Mindi Whipple
Firm Administrator
Mindi serves as Think’s firm administrator overseeing all accounting, contracts, insurance, human resources, and other administrative functions.
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Stephanie Archibald
Controller
Stephanie serves as Think’s controller overseeing accounting, contracts, insurance, human resources, and other administrative functions. Prior to joining Think, she served in similar roles for the education and oil & gas sectors.
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Jim Poloncic
Sr. Project Manager
Jim Poloncic has more than 30 years of architectural design experience. As an associate architect for most of Think’s municipal projects, Jim has designed many public projects for communities along the Wasatch Front and throughout Utah. He is an expert in the planning, design and construction management of fire stations, city halls, public safety and public works buildings. Jim’s work has positively affected many local communities.
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Jason Scott
Sr. Project Manager
Jason Scott has more than 21 years of construction and project management experience. As project manager over Think’s residential design studio, Jason oversees and coordinates the design and construction document phases for multiple custom home projects. He understands a collaborative approach and open communication between owners and design team provides the best solutions.
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Cody Parry
Architectural Associate
Cody’s a skilled modeler and draftsman with broad experience spanning resort, hospitality, office, multi-family, and custom residential projects. His passion and expertise are centered on high-end custom residential design and strives to make each client happy with their finished product. As a BIM (Building Information Modeling) Coordinator, Cody collaborates with a variety of project stakeholders helping ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the model.
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Julio Caceres
Architectural Associate
After 22 years of experience as a licensed architect in Guatemala, Julio moved to Utah and joined the Think Architecture team. His experience ranges from religious building architecture to residential architecture. Currently, he works to develop luxury custom homes alongside the Think team.
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Tulga Ericson
Architectural Associate
Tulga recently joined the Think team as he finishes his journey to becoming a licensed architect. He has over 3 years of experience specializing in industrial and residential projects. At Think, he works with digital modeling and rendering for commercial spaces like fitness centers.
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Stephen Robison
Landscape Architectural Associate
Stephen specializes in landscape design with emphases on site planning, concept design, planting design, and irrigation design. He is a recent college graduate with a year of experience in the landscape architecture field. At Think, works to develop construction documents, 3D models, and graphic renderings for landscape related projects. Stephen’s main goal throughout the projects he works on is to connect landscape design to the natural environment.
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Barry Sivertson
Architectural Associate
Barry has worked in the construction industry for over 25 years. He joined the Think team this past year where he helps on multi-family projects. Including, creating draft renderings for townhomes and apartments.
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Andrey Yatsenko
Architectural Associate
Andrey has almost three years architectural experience and joined the Think team over a year ago. He specializes in custom residential homes and is a talented CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling software architect.
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Kailash Noone
Architectural Associate
With ten plus years of experience, Kailash has worked on a wide range of projects from mixed-use and high-end residential buildings to metro projects. He holds a bachelor’s in architecture from JNAFAU and a master’s in construction project management from SHU London. Kailash has joined the Think team to collaborate on townhomes, studios, module homes and business parks and excels in digital model renderings on Revit and Lumion programs.
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Ashley Bulloch
Architectural Associate
Ashley is an Architectural Studies graduate from the University of Utah and a skilled Building Information Modeling (BIM) Operator at Think Architecture. Through her focus on townhome projects, Ashley has gained extensive knowledge in architectural design and development. She is responsible for technical design aspects and problem evaluation.
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Andrea Tyler
Interior Designer
Andrea is a talented interior designer passionate about blending classic and modern design throughout her work. She has a deep love for art and enjoys playing with elements like line, light, and form to create wonderful designs that engage all of the senses. She completed her education at Weber State University majoring in Interior Design and minoring in Building and Construction. She takes inspiration from her travels, exploration of art, and observations of nature. Andrea contributes to the excellence and elegance of Think’s Interior Design team with her artisanal touches and commitment to curating and implementing many styles and aesthetics.
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Preston Sorenson
Architectural Associate
Preston is a graduate of UVU with a degree in Architecture and Engineering Design Technology. He is a Building Information Modeling (BIM) Operator with a focus on townhomes and mixed-use projects. His attention to detail alongside his strong drawing and rendering skills ensure no aspect of a project goes un-noticed.
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Roya Adham
Interior Designer
Roya has a strong foundation in architecture and interior design from her studies at Weber State University. She has a keen eye for detail and loves exploring new techniques to push creative boundaries. Skilled in 3D modeling and visualization, she has extensive experience in commercial, multifamily, and hospitality spaces. Her passion lies in high-end custom residential design where she finds joy in creating thoughtfully and artfully curated homes for each client. She is dedicated to blending functionality with aesthetics ensuring all of Think’s projects are as practical as they are inspiring.
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Emerson Hymas
BIM Operator I
Emerson is a skilled Building Information Modeling (BIM) Operator at Think Architecture. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Virtual Design and Construction from BYU Idaho and has gained experience centered around high-end residential homes. He uses his growing knowledge to assist in drafting and modeling here at Think.
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Levi Parry
Architectural Associate
Levi is an architectural student at Utah Valley University, working towards his Bachelor of Architecture degree. This is his first role at an architectural firm, and he’s eager to gain hands-on experience at Think Architecture. Levi is passionate about improving his skills as a modeler and technician, and he’s enthusiastic about learning from the firm’s talented architects. He’s ready to take on any task and contribute to the success of the team.
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Mikayla Austin
Architectural Associate
Mikayla recently graduated with a bachelors degree in architectural studies and is currently on the path to being a licensed architect. With a strong foundation in architectural design principles and a deep passion for sustainability, she is enthusiastic about contribution to projects that harmonize form, function, and environmental stewardship.
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Rosie Coleman
Administrative Assistant
Rosie facilitates the seamless operation of Think Architecture by collaborating with architects, principals, project managers, interior designers, and administrators. Studying design at the University of Utah enhances her understanding of the firm’s functions, aiding her contributions in administrative support, marketing, and project organization.
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Lisa Proctor
Administrative Assistant
Lisa is studying Human Experience Design and Interaction at Utah State University and has a strong understanding of Think Architecture’s operations. Her unique insight contributes to creative and impactful project decisions, company-wide outreach, and administrative tasks. By collaborating with the firm’s team of architects, project managers, interior designers, and administrators, Lisa plays a key role in maintaining the high-quality service that defines Think Architecture.
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About Our Architectural Designers
Architectural designers play an essential role in the spaces we inhabit—without them, we have no shelter. They design spaces that balance comfort, functionality, and cost while adhering to their clients’ budgets. They are skilled in concept development and design planning, effectively taking their clients’ dreams and visions and turning them into reality.
The team at Think Architecture uses functional architectural solutions to create sustainable commercial, residential, landscape, and architectural designs. Our architectural designers provide creative services, including interior design and project management, to ensure the design is completed smoothly from beginning to end. For more than thirty years, we have established ourselves as one of Utah’s largest and most respected architectural firms. Request a quote from us today.