BBAx Architects

Team Members

The firm’s legacy dates back to the mid-1930s when Travis Broesche began his architectural career after graduation from The University of Texas at Austin, growing the firm and establishing a strong reputation for design excellence in commercial, religious, and residential project types and adding Bill Condon as partner. Ben Boettcher joined the Houston firm of Travis Broesche Architects after receiving his Master of Architecture degree from Texas A&M University in 1974. Mr. Boettcher became the sole owner and principal architect upon Mr. Broesche’s retirement in 1987. Darren Heine, a 35-year member of the firm, is current Principal leading an experienced team of employees, continuing the firm’s tradition of quality, conscientious design excellence while using an innovative and immersive design process.

Adrienne Fairlie

Adrienne Fairlie

Project Coordinator

Responsibilities

Adrienne brings a unique skill set and background in interior design to the firm. Her passion lies in applying the principles of the psychology of design through the technical details of a project. She exercises these skills through space planning, development of construction documents, and project administration during construction through her abilities in architectural drafting and client interfacing.

Education

Bachelor of Interior Design in 2008 and Master of Science in Environmental Design in 2010 from Texas Tech University  
Matias E. Garza

Matias E. Garza

Project Coordinator

Responsibilities

Matias is responsible for the production of design development and construction documents. In preparing the technical drawings and details, he performs research of product availability and initiates discussion with manufacturers regarding proper application and specification of their products and materials. He performs code review and analysis, and is also responsible for the production of 3-D models and renderings of the firm’s projects.

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Design, Texas A&M University, 2000
Master of Architecture, Texas A&M University, 2003

Professional Affiliations

Associate member of the American Institute of Architects at the local, state, and national levels

Yvonne S. Brast, AIA

Yvonne S. Brast, AIA

Project Architect

Responsibilities

Yvonne serves as project architect. In addition to managing production of construction drawings, her roles include responsibility for the coordination of projects with the architectural staff, municipal planning and zoning divisions, local building code officials, and consulting engineers.

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Design, Texas A&M University, 1992
Certificate in Theological Studies, Brite Divinity School, Texas Christian University, 2005

Registration

Texas Architect

Darren C. Heine, AIA

Darren C. Heine, AIA

President

Responsibilities

As Senior Project Architect, Darren is responsible for all aspects of a project including the initial design concept, programming, technical detailing, and project management.
Always passionate about his profession and its values to society, he shares his knowledge and wisdom through mentoring young architect-hopefuls in their early architecture careers and in serving on municipal boards and committees.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, University of Texas at Austin, 1987

Registration

Texas Architect

Janice Fairlie

Janice Fairlie

Office Manager

Responsibilities

Janice manages the administrative duties of the office and assists the Project Architect and Project Manager in all phases of the project. She performs research of product availability and coordinates product selection with the drawings and specifications. She maintains the reference library and the finish material selection center.