Meet the Team at Ellergodt Design

I am the lead designer, and President of Ellergodt Design.   I graduated from the SAIT Architectural Technologies program in 1986, and spent a number of years working my way up the ranks in the field of home design in Calgary and Vancouver.

In 2003 with a young family to support, I left the security of my 9-5 job (and a dental plan) and Ellergodt Design was born.  Making the decision to venture out on my own was definitely one of those “jump before you’re ready” experiences, but one that both my wife Carol and I felt was necessary.

I have worked almost exclusively with a residential focus for the past 37 years, designing single-family and semi-detached homes, high-end renovations and a variety of multi-family projects.  I am fueled by a passion for creative, innovative, client-focused, and when possible, sustainable design.  My objective is to genuinely help you  ‘find your way home’  through a personalized and collaborative custom design process, ensuring that the design we create truly meets your unique lifestyle needs.

I have established myself as one of Calgary’s leading home designers, and have spent my career making connections and building relationships with an array of both homeowners and industry professionals.  I have a keen interest in pursuing and implementing sustainable practices and am a LEED Accredited Professional, as well as a Certified Sustainable Building Advisor.

I believe that no matter the scope of your next building project, it all begins with excellent and personalized design.  As stressful as it can be, designing a new home (of any size) really can be a fun and exciting experience, and I always aim to find that sweet spot where fun and expertise meet.

I have been with Ellergodt Design since 2018 where I enjoy working on a wide variety of projects, from small scale renovations to luxury estate homes. As a client driven design company, I find that the range and variance keeps everything fresh and interesting, and challenges us all to keep on top of our game. I am also an implementer and a problem solver with an interest in helping to develop our processes to make your design experience flow.

I contribute to your projects from conceptual design through to the completion of construction drawings, and enjoy being very hands on throughout the design stage of your home. Above all, I work to ensure that you are happy, and that your project stays on track.

I have been designing and drafting in the new home industry in Calgary since 2005, from production builder to custom inner-city design.

I love being a Residential Designer and Architectural Technologist because it allows me to get creative with the design work, then let my organizational skills shine while completing the construction plans. Working on both the creative and practical parts helps keep the big picture in mind.

I started at Ellergodt Design in 2021. The thing that stands out the most for me is the collaborative atmosphere, and the wide variety of projects keeps things interesting! My priority is designing practical, inviting, and beautiful spaces that will be enjoyed for decades.

I have been a Residential Designer & Technologist on projects all over southern Alberta since 2005, and with the Ellergodt Design team since May of 2022. 

I enjoy being a part of projects from start to finish. From the initial discovery meetings to final plan handovers, I enjoy exploring the challenges & opportunities during the collaborative design process. 

I am excited to be a part of the Ellergodt Design team.

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I am a man of few words and don’t really like to talk about myself….but when pressed I would describe myself (in order of importance) as a father, a husband, and a student

I became fascinated with design when I first fell in love with cars. I was struck by how something so intentional in its function could also be so beautiful. How it could get you from point A to point B and look good doing it. Since then, it has been that balance between form and function that I have always strived to achieve.

Throughout my career I have been fortunate to work with and learn from some pretty incredible designers and I am extremely grateful to them for their guidance, knowledge, insight as well as their encouragement as my career has changed and progressed. As a result of these relationships, I have also been able to work on a wide range of projects from small residential to large commercial both locally and internationally.

Working as a team or on my own, the satisfaction that I get from seeing a project come together after so much hard work is truly one of my favorite things. Here at Ellergodt Design I am looking forward to working with our clients to create these spaces that are not only beautiful but that also serve their intended purpose.