Dylan Ochala is the Founder and CEO of Tectonic Design Build, a Boulder-based firm specializing in sustainable custom homes. A Certified Passive House Tradesperson, he integrates permaculture principles and high-performance building standards to create healthy, energy-efficient living spaces, a mission he has pursued since founding the company in 2019.
Originally from Michigan, Dylan is passionate about environmental stewardship, which shapes both his professional and personal life. He finds balance and solace in the outdoors, especially through skiing, a passion he has held since childhood. He and his wife, Kelsie Michelson, run their business together.
His career was transformed after a 20-hour drive to an intensive permaculture course, which inspired his unique home-building philosophy.
Dylan Ochala
Founder / CEO at Tectonic Design Build
Boulder, Colorado, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Sustainable Building
He founded his company to shift building practices by combining permaculture principles with the highest energy-efficiency standards of Passive House design.
Permaculture Principles
His interest in creating holistic ecosystems led him to apply permaculture concepts to home building, integrating the home into its natural environment.
Passive House Design
As a Certified Passive House Tradesperson, he champions this high-performance building standard to ensure homes are comfortable, durable, and energy-efficient.
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Work History
12-2019
Founder / CEO at Tectonic Design Build
Education
Dylan has no verified education history
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Location : Boulder, Colorado, United States
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Founder / CEO at Tectonic Design Build
