About

SMASHdesign was founded by Massey Paul Brooks, R.A., N.C.A.R.B., D.Arch, in 2014 while completing his Professional Doctorate (D.Arch) at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. With nearly a decade of experience as a Licensed Architect, and over 20 years in the architecture, engineering, building, and construction industry, Massey has completed hundreds of projects in Florida, Hawai'i, and Colorado for both commercial and residential clients. Massey has worked for national and local companies like CallisonRTKL, JASArchitect, HighCraft Builders, and has also taught courses at The University of Hawai'i at Manoa.

Massey has a passion for service, and believes that the greatest leaders must be the greatest servants. He either currently serves or has served on various boards and committees including Habitat for Humanity, NCARB ARE Development, The AIAS, and the Loveland Construction Advisory Board.

Massey has a motto, “SMASHing bad habits, designing better habitats," that speaks to his mission; to aspire to bring value to each and every person in some small, meaningful way, and to do so with a special focus on the architecture, engineering, building, and construction industry.

Statement from Massey

I feel blessed in this life to have enough, and have enough to give. I have the privilege to enjoy each day with my wife and family, and do what I love in Colorado’s beautiful front range; it doesn't get better than that!

For my work (and my life), I have 2 main driving principles:

1. Bring glory to God in my words and actions.

…whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.
— 1 Corin. 10:31

2. Bring subject-specific value to elevate Northern Colorado: to clients, builders, trades, engineers, architects, and municipalities.

A rising tide lifts all ships.
— J.F.K. (most likely)

Underpinning those principles are a couple goals that push me to stay humble and hungry:

Conduct my actions to the highest possible level.

Work heartily as though you’re working for the Lord
— Colossians 3:23

Provide thorough and creative solutions for each project, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and longevity.

Don’t half-ass it, Massey.
— My loving sister, when I was 10

Stay curious, and don't losing sight of the wonder and opportunity for each project.

I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.
— Albert Einstein

I would be thrilled to help you achieve your goals; please contact me and we can dive in together!