Our Mission
Brian Bucher
Still passionate about his work after being in the industry for over 30 years, Brian loves the challenge of providing design solutions that are creative, exciting and within the client’s budget. He is licensed in multiple states and has designed projects in other countries. When he can get away from work, Brian enjoys a good game of golf and a glass of 1982 Bordeaux.
Professional Experience
2002 – Present, Principal/President
Bucher Design Studio, Colorado Springs, CO
1996 – 2002, Principal/Shareholder
Hagen Design Architecture, Monument, CO
1991 – 1995, Project Architect
Nichols, Melburg & Rossetto, Redding, CA
1990, Intern Architect
Buehlmann Architects, Switzerland
1989 – 1990, Project Architect
Samuel Sinnott & Company, Menlo Park, CA
1989 – 1990, Intern Architect
Spencer Associates, Palo Alto, CA
1988 – 1989, Intern Architect
Nichols, Melburg & Rossetto, Redding, CA
Architecture Highlights
Licensed architect in the following states:
- Colorado
- California
- Utah
- Oklahoma
Experienced in all phases of planning, design, and production of construction documents
Experienced project architect with strong design and construction background
Professional Affiliations
NCARB – National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
ICC – International Code Council
Nick Sallecchia
Nick joins us from Australia via Ohio. His prior experience in both commercial and residential projects make him a perfect fit for the firm’s variety of projects. In his spare time, he coaches club soccer and plays on a competitive team.
Professional Experience
2015 – Present, Project Manager
Bucher Design Studio, Colorado Springs, CO
2014 – 2015, Draftsman
Gunzelman Architecture + Interiors, Columbus, OH
2009 – 2012, Draftsman
One Design & Drafting, ACT, Australia
Architecture Highlights
Experienced draftsman with strong 3D modeling background.
Bachelor of Arts, Architecture, University of Canberra, ACT, Australia (2011)
Advanced Diploma, Building Design, Canberra Institute of Technology, ACT, Australia (2009)
Professional Affiliations
NCARB – National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Megan Burke
Architectural Associate
After surviving two summers with the company as an intern, Megan agreed to work with us full-time after graduating from Kansas State in May 2019. She is in hot pursuit of obtaining her architect’s license… watch out world! When she has free time, you’ll find her exploring the great outdoors.
Professional Experience
Bucher Design Studio, Colorado Springs, CO
Summer 2018, Intern
Bucher Design Studio, Colorado Springs, CO
Summer 2017, Intern
Bucher Design Studio, Colorado Springs, CO
Architecture Highlights
Architecture licensure program in progress with NCARB
Master of Architecture, Kansas State University, (2019)
Professional Affiliations
NCARB – National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Madeleine Bucher
Office Manager
Having been with the company since its inception, her role has expanded as the needs arose… bookkeeper, web designer, IT manager and draftsman. When not at work, she enjoys hiking, skiing, camping, knitting and gardening.
Professional Experience
2002 – Present, Office Manager
Bucher Design Studio, Colorado Springs, CO
2005 – 2010, Technology Teacher
Monument Academy, Monument, CO
1995 – 2003, IT Project Manager
Hewlett-Packard/Agilent, Colorado Springs, CO
1988 – 1995, Email / PC / Unix Support
Hewlett-Packard, Palo Alto, CA
Professional Highlights
MS Secondary Education – University of Phoenix
Professional skills:
- Project management
- Bookkeeping
- PC support
- Web design
History
Bucher Design Studio has provided “one on one” design consultation for various project types throughout the United States and abroad. The firm’s success is marketed purely by word of mouth, and its small office environment ensures direct client interface on each project.
Brian’s experience working with small to mid-size west coast firms, along with his apprenticeship in Europe, has given him a wide range of experience and exposure to some of the world’s great regional architecture.