SOKDESIGNS.COM - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Public Relations and Marketing / B.a. Communication Washington State University
Annie is an Emmy award-winning storyteller with a passion for promoting our work both regionally and globally. Annie joins SOK after spending more than 15 years in the TV news business as a reporter and anchor across the Pacific Northwest, including in Spokane and Anchorage, AK. When she's not working, you'll find her remodeling her own home with her husband, who is an architect, and spending time with her three beautiful and energetic kids.
John has been designing custom projects for more than 20 years. He studied architecture, wood construction and design, and graduated from the U of I in 1995. John spent many years drawing log and conventionally framed homes, as well as engineered trusses before joining SOK in 2019. He enjoys helping clients integrate creativity, uniqueness and functionality in their projects. John lives in Bonners Ferry, ID with his wife and two daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys working on projects in his shop, traveling and spending time with his family.
After retiring from architecture in 2015, Jon and his wife, Karen, moved south to warmer weather. Jon now spends his days molding clay, welding sculptures, and studying materials and methods. During a recent art show, his work quickly sold out. After 40 years of designing homes for clients, Jon appreciates making art simply for himself. Jon and Karen make the trek to North Idaho a few times a year to visit grandkids and the SOK office. Jon describes retirement as a wonderful life, where every day is Saturday.
Lance spent four years in the US Coast Guard as a Cutter Rescue Swimmer and Engineer before studying architecture at the B.A.C. He had the unique opportunity to work on award winning and historic projects in the Greater Boston Area as a drafter, architectural designer and Job Captain. He also worked in the A&E department of the Massachusetts Port Authority and Logan International Airport as an intern Architect concentrating on airport structures, bridges and port buildings. Lance has managed lumber yards and construction supply companies in Florida, Georgia and Texas providing building materials for some of the country's largest home builders. He Joined SOK Design Studios in 2017 and lives in the Sandpoint area with his wife and three sons.
As a child, Rob Wiese dreamed of racing cars. However, his mom wasn't too thrilled about the ambitious idea. So, when he showed interest and talent in drawing and architecture, she fully embraced the idea and began checking out Frank Lloyd Wright books at the library.
His passion for creating buildings led Rob to Washington State University, where he received an undergrad and graduate degree in architecture. As a licensed architect with 17 years of industry experience, Rob is excited to join the SOK design studio team.
Rob spent most of his career working on large-scale projects, including higher education, K-12 schools, and government buildings worldwide. He'll now use his unique skill set to create dream homes for clients around the Pacific Northwest.
When he's not at work, Rob enjoys spending time with his wife, Lisa, and their beautiful baby girl, Darla.
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Job Titles:
- Architectural Technologist / Architecture Technology - Spokane Community
As a child, Zach Hanson vividly remembers being drawn to architecture and how space affected his feelings. His dad was a manufacturing engineer, so he moved a lot and experienced a variety of homes and spaces. This unique childhood inspired his passion for architecture.
A few years ago, Zach received a degree in Architecture Technology. Now, Zach is an Architectural Technologist with SOK design studio. Zach brings design ideas to life through several architecture design computer programs. This process allows clients to virtually see and walk through their custom home before the foundation is poured.
Zach's favorite part of the job is being creative and helping clients envision their dream homes. When he's not at work, you'll find Zach shredding on his snowboard at Schweitzer Mountain, fishing, camping, and spending time with friends and family.