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David J. Dixon, AIA
Principal Architect

Work Experience
Dixon & Associates
Jan 1990 – Present

A licensed architect with 25 years experience in design and master planning, David is the Principal architect and owner/manager of the firm. He contributes much of his success to the talented members of his firm that he has been able to find and provide opportunities for their growth and achievement. He believes strongly in a team approach with shared responsibilities and rewards.

Education
University of Utah - 1982
Graduate School of Architecture: Masters Degree

University of Utah - 1979
College of Humanities: Bachelors Degree, Spanish

Special Recognition
Award for "Best Thesis" University of Utah, 1982

Professional Activities
Chairman of AIA Community Affairs Committee – 2001
President of AIA Salt Lake Chapter – 2001
Treasurer of AIA Utah – 1990
Chairman of AIA Utah Programs Committee – 1989

Community Activities
Chairman of Farmington Architectural Committee – 1997 to 2002
Member of Farmington City Downtown Master Plan Committee – 1996 & 2007
Member of Farmington City Board of Adjustments – 1994
Chairman of Farmington City Planning Commission – 1995 to 1996
Member of Farmington City Council – 1998 to 2001


Troy Anderson, AIA
Project Architect

Work Experience
Dixon & Associates
August 1990 – Present

As Project Architect, Troy has managed the production of construction documents for more than 1,000,000 square feet and has designed medical, office, and retail developments. He is involved in all phases of design and construction coordination.

Education
University of Oregon - 1998
Graduate School of Architecture: Masters Degree

University of Utah - 1995
Graduate School of Architecture: Bachelors Degree

Activities & Honors
Invited Design Jury Member – Periodically from 1998 to present
Graduate Teaching Fellowship – Context of the Profession - 1998
Graduate Forum Co-Chair and Representative – 1996 to 1998
Teaching Assistant, University of Oregon – Basic Design – 1997


Chris Jenkins
Assoc. AIA
Project Architect

Work Experience
Dixon & Associates
Feb 2006 – Present

Intern Architect with a key role in the design and production of construction documents for a variety of projects including office buildings, retail developments and LDS Church projects.

Architectural Nexus
Nov 2004 – Feb 2006
Projects included the Rexburg Idaho LDS Temple and the Cannon Center at BYU

Dixon & Associates
May 2002 – Nov 2004

Education
University of Utah - 2004
Graduate School of Architecture: Masters Degree

University of Utah - 2002
Graduate School of Architecture: Bachelors Degree

Activities & Honors
Chairman of AIA Utah Programs Committee – 2006
Member of AIA Utah Programs Committee - 2005
Teaching Assistant, University of Utah, Structures - 2003


Josh Hansen
Intern Architect

Work Experience
Dixon & Associates

May 2002 – Present

Education
University of Utah - 2005
Graduate School of Architecture: Masters Degree

University of Utah - 2002
Graduate School of Architecture: Bachelors Degree

Activities & Honors


Jason Sandburg
Intern Architect

Work Experience
Dixon & Associates
Feb 2006 – Present

Pinegar Design Group
Nov 2004 – Feb 2006

Paul Wyatt Construction
1996 - Carpenter

Education
University of Utah - 2004
Graduate School of Architecture: Masters Degree

University of Utah - 2002
Graduate School of Architecture: Bachelors Degree

Wentworth Institute of Technology - 1996
Architecture Program

Activities & Honors
Teaching Assistant, University of Utah, IT - 2003


K. Jeffery Mendenhall
Construction Manager – Residential Designer

Work Experience
Dixon & Associates
May 2007 – Present
Construction Manager with 20+ years of experience in designing and managing the construction of custom homes of all sizes and styles.

Currently working with each Architect in the production of construction documents for a variety of projects, including custom residential projects, medical buildings, and retail developments. Also involved in the production of construction documents and construction management of Maverik convenience stores in multiple states.

KJM Custom Home Designs – 1993 – 2007
Owner, Custom Home Designer & Residential Construction Consultant

Destination Homes - Nov. 2004 – March 2007
Director of Design & CAD – managed the design of homes for Daybreak and Northern Utah.

Gary Covert & Associates - Sept. 2004 – Nov. 2004
Architectural Draftsman

Grand Texas Homes - 1999 – 2004
Architectural Assistant/Structural Draftsman/Scheduling Supervisor

Olympus Construction - 1997 – 1998
Purchasing Manager/Estimator

Irontown Homes - 1994 - 1996
Construction Superintendent

Valgardson Housing Systems - 1993 - 1994
Drafting Department Manager

Education
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management
Minor in Business Management

Activities & Honors
Vice-President of Falcon Ridge Estates H.O.A., Clearfield, Utah, 2008 – Present.
Member of Utah Valley Home Builders Association, 1997 – 1999.
Member of NAHB, 1997 – 1999.
Member of student chapters of NAHB, AGC, ABC, 1990 – 1993.
Member of Sigma Lambda Chi, National Construction Honorary Society.

Judy Schvaneveldt, IIDA, LEED AP
Interior Designer

Work Experience
Dixon & Associates
2004 – Present

Responsibilities include space planning, construction documents, millwork and interior architectural design and detailing, finishes, furniture, artwork, and plant selection.

Weber State University
2003 – 2004
Interior Design Instructor

MHTN Architects
1997 – 2002
Interior Designer

LDS Business College
1993 – 2001
Interior Design Instructor

Education
Utah State University - 1994
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, Cum Laude

Professional Activities
IIDA Rocky Mountain Chapter President – 2002 to 2005
IIDA RMC Salt Lake City Center – various years, Events Coordinator, Membership Director, Secretary

Honors & Awards
IIDA Service Recognition Award – 2006
USGBC LEED Accredited Professional - 2005
NCIDQ Certificate #015739 – 2000