Jackson Hole Architects servicing Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, and beyond.
Design Associates Architects has rich history in Jackson Hole and a sharp eye toward the future. We leverage cutting-edge technologies that enable unprecedented immersion with our clients, deeper integration with our contractors, and ultra-fast workflows for our employees.
Our technology allows us to carry out our philosophy: designing homes to reinforce the unique needs of its characteristic owner – appreciating the way we interact with space, with relevant attention to the context and environmental surroundings of the home, to ultimately enhance the experience beyond just a shelter, to a space that connects with people on an emotional level.
What’s Happening at d|a
Please Vote – d|a Nominated to 2021 HGTV Designer of the Year!
Vote Now We have been selected as a final nominee in the 2021 HGTV Designer of the Year Awards! We submitted our recently completed guest house project south of Jackson, WY. Read more about the project in our recent Homestead Magazine feature. Voting to determine the 2021 HGTV Designer of the Year begins Wednesday, August 25th at 9:00 a.m. EST and...
Be a Guest in Your Own Home – Homestead Magazine
Check out our recent feature in Homestead Magazine, written by Julie Fustanio with photos by Krafty Photos.
Welcoming Visitors to Jackson Hole While Still Keeping Social Distance With Guest Houses
Construction is well underway on one of d|a's current guest house projects, Fishing Club – June 8, 2020. See More of This Project Even during a pandemic summertime brings visitors to the Jackson Hole area, and some of those visitors might want to stay with you. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to host friends and family, but not actually have to share all your...
Why d|a Produces High-End 3D Models For Projects
Imagine standing at your kitchen counter, looking out the window at the view. You notice the window is just off from framing the picturesque scene before you. If only you could adjust the building -- 8 inches would do it. Then you notice the fireplace in the great room isn’t as sturdy as you hoped it would be. The size of the room dwarfs the under-sized...
Refining Design at d|a
From the seedling of a basic building design, we at d|a use our well-developed software to grow intricate and precise 3D models which define the project for the client and the builder. These models can continually evolve until construction makes them real. In the traditional architectural system, an architect would draw a floorplan, elevation and sections...
Adding Mystery to a Home with Secret Spaces
Whether you are looking for an escape or a super-secret hideout, d|a has found hidden rooms and passageways a magical addition to several of their recent designs. What better way to add a sense of mystery, wonder or whimsy to a home? Recently, d|a designed a secret wine room behind a wall in the dining area. It looks like a regular wall with a piece of art...
Problem Solving for the Stars
Image Courtesy of Justin Means The clear mountain air in Jackson Hole provides a portal to the skies. The great swath of the Milky Way dances above the Tetons beckoning residents to stop and gaze. One client of d|a answered the call by including an observatory in their home design. The unpolluted skies offered a window, but the practicalities of a working...
How to Get Started with d|a
Working with an architect for the first time can be overwhelming. Will he or she truly understand what I want? How to best use the land? What is best for my budget? The first thing d|a will ask for from a client is a wish list. Let’s discuss what you want in this house: how many bedrooms, do they each have a bathroom, high ceilings, low ceilings, vaulted,...
d|a is Awarded Workforce Housing Project at 105 Mercill Ave | Jackson, WY
Workforce housing is in constant demand in our town of Jackson, Wyoming. After months of designing, listening and refining, Design Associates and Mercill Partners have been awarded the chance to develop 105 Mercill into a vibrant mix of housing and retail. We at DA couldn’t be more excited about this chance to utilize our forward-thinking process in this...
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