Dustin’s passion for the built environment began as a teenager when he spent a summer working construction. Later, an extended trip exploring the architecture of Spain and Italy became the springboard for his academic pursuits. Dustin received his Bachelor’s in Architecture from UC Berkeley. He went on to the University of Oregon, earning a Master’s of Architecture with a focus on sustainable design and urban planning.

A native Californian, Dustin returned home to the Bay Area to work for Backen Gillam Kroeger Architects. At BGK, he applied his passion for craft and detail while growing as a leader driven to leverage the diverse experiences each team member brings to the design and building process.

Dustin believes in using his experience to inspire the next generation. He previously completed a 10-week residency with Youth in Arts San Rafael’s Architects in Schools program. Dustin taught design thinking to 4th graders as a method to approach the challenges of climate change and guided them in presenting their culminating project—a proposed redesign of their campus in response to sea level rise. Dustin loves to spend time at the beach with friends and family or at the skatepark in pursuit of adventure and laughter.