AIA Colorado Architect of the Year: Scott Lindenau, FAIA

Long before a line becomes a building, it begins as an idea.

At Studio B Architecture + Interiors, that idea is often explored through hand sketches, study models, conversations, and observation long before it reaches a computer screen. It is an approach rooted in curiosity, craft, and a belief that meaningful architecture begins with understanding people and place.

This philosophy helped earn Studio B founder and Design Principal Scott Lindenau, FAIA, recognition as AIA Colorado’s Architect of the Year.

For almost three decades, Scott has built a practice dedicated to design excellence, challenging conventional solutions and creating architecture that is uniquely responsive to its setting. Under his leadership, Studio B has become known for modern homes that are deeply connected to their landscapes and the lives of the people who inhabit them.

His influence extends beyond the built work itself.

Throughout his career, Scott has championed the importance of drawing, making, observation, and continuous learning as essential tools in the design process. Studio B’s culture reflects this belief through sketching workshops, design retreats, model-making, travel, mentorship, and an ongoing commitment to exploration and creativity.

“Architecture is not about applying a style,” Scott often reminds the studio. “It’s about discovering the right response for a particular client, site, and moment.”

That mindset has shaped generations of designers within the firm and contributed to a portfolio of nationally recognized work that continues to evolve while remaining grounded in a clear design philosophy.

The Architect of the Year recognition celebrates not only Scott’s body of work, but also his lasting impact on the architectural profession, his mentorship of emerging designers, and his dedication to advancing architecture throughout Colorado.