WHO WE ARE

Backen & Backen ARCHITECTURE | LIFESTYLE | WELLBEING is an award-winning architectural design firm with a focus on Regenerative Design for LAND | BODY | BUILDING. Founded by Howard Backen, Jim Gillam and Ann Backen, the firm is now led by John Taft, Tom Spoja, and Tony Selko who bring a wide range of experience to Backen & Backen’s projects. Through collaborative experience and expertise, the firm provides its clients with the very best in design and project management.

Since its founding in 1996, Backen & Backen has built an impressive portfolio spanning countless upscale homes, wineries, major resorts, and restaurants, each project a testament to the firm's commitment to thoughtful, enduring design.

ANN ERNISH-BACKEN

Founding Partner

JOHN TAFT

Partner

TONY SELKO

Partner

CRYSTAL OLIVARES

Chief Operating Officer

DUSAN MOTOLIK

Principal

MICHAEL BOES

Principal

KEVIN CASEY

Principal

PATTI BAKER

Principal