MANAGING PRINCIPAL & FOUNDER
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Colin Oglesbay is the founder and managing principal of D/O Architects and leads the interdisciplinary design studio committed to design excellence through the seamless integration of structure and nature. Colin studied landscape architecture at the University of Wisconsin- Madison and received his Master of Architecture from the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities.
His work has been celebrated by the AIA and ALSA, and seeks to discover new and innovative methods linking landscape architecture and modern architecture. His writing, research and work has been published in numerous national and regional publications. He also teaches design at the University of Minnesota. With over 20 years’ experience in the field of landscape and architecture, he has lead projects ranging from new cities in South Korea to carbon-neutral cabins in Minnesota. Colin’s inspiration for living architecture comes from his passion for camping, mountaineering and anything that gets him out into rugged nature.
PRINCIPAL
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Jihyoon Yoon leads design for D/O Architects, utilizing his background in both landscape and architectural design to create innovative and practical solutions for modern projects. His passion for exploring new ideas through keen observation, sharp analysis, and extensive research has resulted in groundbreaking sustainable architecture. With his international experience and international design awards, Jihyoon effectively manages all of D/O Architecture's work in Asia. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Jihyoon is also a talented artist who enjoys creating hand-drawn pieces in his downtime and has been invited to showcase his work at several art exhibitions.
As a licensed architect in Massachusetts and a landscape architect in Minnesota with a master’s degree from Harvard University in Landscape Architecture and the University of Pennsylvania in Architecture, Jihyoon brings a wealth of expertise to every project he undertakes.
ARCHITECT
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As a designer at D/O Architects Deuk is passionate about culture and architecture influence one another. He holds a Master of Architecture from University of Minnesota College of Design and a Bachelor of Architecture in South Korea. He has worked on a wide range of modern projects, including workplace, cultural and educational buildings. He also has broad experience in sustainable multi-family projects in both Korea and the US making him a great asset at the firm.
Deuk is also engaged in public art. He worked on installation projects for the 2016 Northern Spark events in Minnesota, and design and build furniture for an exhibition 'Feast: Radical Hospitality in Contemporary Art' at Weisman Art Museum. He led a winning project of student competition: Incheon 2014 Asian Games Ganghwa Stadium in Incheon, Korea.
DESIGNER
Tanner Else is a designer with D/O Architects. He grew up in Fridley Minnesota and attended Totino-Grace High School. He recently completed his Master of Architecture degree at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Tanner has had experience in both the residential assessment and home-building industries and is excited to put his education to work.
Outside of work, Tanner enjoys skiing and wake-surfing on local lakes, working on cars and attending car shows, and playing adult league hockey.
OFFICE DOG
Cookie isa goldendoodle with lots of energy. He lives in downtown Minneapolis. Unlike people's common belief that dogs need a house with backyard, he enjoys this urban life quite a bit--he loves to stroll around downtown and say hi to people or walk by ice cream shops to search for any spill on the ground. Cookie is passionate about living a high-rise multi-family lifestyle and advises D/O Architects on all canine related amenities.
Among his favorite things are brushing teeth with chicken flavored toothpaste, chasing squirrels in Loring Park, and taking a nap by the window while everyone works hard at D/O office. His goal in life is to be pet by as many people as possible and share his unconditional love.
