It might seem somewhat idealistic, but we believe in the inherent will of people to do the right thing.

Let us explain where we are coming from:

Given the choice of spending a sizable sum of money for a home that consumes energy at an alarming rate or spending slightly more initially to benefit from substantially lower utility costs, and thereby helping to conserve our planet's limited supply of fossil fuels, we at evoDOMUS believe that the latter can prevail. The key is to make it an easily understandable and obtainable choice. Also, this 'healthy for the planet' choice need not look healthy, nor must it look like it is good for the planet! It can look bodacious, chic, generous and new, without being bad for anyone.

This is where we come in. We deliver a beautiful, incredibly high-performance, energy-efficient evoDOMUS home to you.  You then tell your friends, and they tell their friends, and soon we have the butterfly effect. An increasing number of people understand the value of sustainability in construction, and in life.

This is the future of residential architecture and we are proud to do our part in bringing it to you. To accompany us on this journey to achieve our goals we have partnered with a team of like-minded individuals we would like you to meet. 

Alexander Kolbe

CEO, Co Founder, AIA Int’l Associate,
Chartered Architect, RIBA (UK)

Alexander began his professional career right after his graduation in architecture in 1991 from the Technical University in Berlin, Germany. Prior to co-founding evoDOMUS, he had his own architectural firm in Europe for 20 years, hence his membership in the Royal Institute of British Architects. He spent two decades designing luxury prefab homes for two of the most renowned green luxury home builders in Europe. He is dedicated to designing beautiful, energy-efficient homes with a distinct, modern touch.  

Alexander is an instrument rated pilot, which helps us to quickly travel to projects far from home. When his schedule allows, he occasionally teaches and lectures on sustainable design at the College of Architecture and Environmental Design at Kent State University.

He is our head of sales and therefore the first client contact person.

Michelle Kolbe

CCO, Co-Founder, Head of Design

Upon graduation from Kent State University with a degree in architecture, Michelle followed her dreams and traveled to Europe, gaining valuable international experience in residential, retail and commercial design in both Germany and England. Michelle collaborated with, among others, architect Arata Isozaki in his Berlin office in the mid-nineties, soaking up the vibrancy and excitement of the post-reunification era in this truly amazing city.  After 17 years abroad, she returned to the US, bringing with her a wealth of experience in the fields of energy efficient architectural design, client relations, and construction management. Her admiration of the clean lines of Bauhaus inspired modernism coupled with contemporary materials, and advances in current building science, serve as a perpetual source of inspiration for our array of home designs.

She is your contact when it comes to home customization.

Mike "Bocce" Farinacci

VP of Product Delivery

Mike has 20 years of experience in the high-end residential field as a carpenter. A graduate of Kent State University with a BA in architecture, he worked 4 years in the field as a rough and finish carpenter after graduation. The next 7 years he spent working for RSA Architects in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, designing, drawing, and supervising construction of single family, multifamily, and small commercial projects. Mike has great expertise in creating construction documents and details. As our Vice President of Product Delivery he’s the hinge between design, the manufacturing plant and on-site construction.

His hobby is related to his Italian ancestry: he loves playing bocce, which is how he got his nickname!

Robert W. Shearer

Project Management, Architect NCARB, HERS Rater

After earning his architecture license in 2003, Rob worked for local Cleveland architects and developers, primarily on commercial projects.  After working in commercial development for several years, however, he realized that his heart just was not in it. Rob has always had a passion for energy efficient home design and construction and wanted to focus his career down that path. He eventually became the Program Coordinator for a major midwestern electrical utility’s new home energy efficiency incentive program, where he delighted in working with home builders across the state, helping them improve the quality and energy efficiency of their product. During this time, he took the opportunity to become a HERS (Home Energy Rating System) rater and expanded his knowledge of building science and energy efficiency. Unfortunately for Ohio home builders, changes in Ohio law halted this incentive program in 2014. Rob joined evoDOMUS soon after, excited to find a place where his interests in beautiful modern design and extremely energy efficient home construction come together as core business principles. It was a perfect fit!

When not at work, Rob loves to spend as much time as possible outside with his wife and three sons.  He is a wild foods enthusiast and can often be found foraging and preparing wild greens and fungi at his cabin in the Allegheny National Forest region of Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Megan Whitmore

Office Manager, Accounting

Megan has a degree in Marketing and Business Communications. From initial enquiries, account management and business operations, you will encounter Megan’s vibrant demeanor throughout all stages of your design build.

When not at work, you will find Megan spending time with her husband, 3 children and 2 dogs. She enjoys cooking, yard work and exploring the local metro parks.

Megan enjoys working for evoDOMUS - she appreciates the emphasis the company places on surpassing “the status quo”…not only is this evident in evoDOMUS’ homes, but also their approach in providing a family-friendly work culture.

Cooper

The Boss
Safety Officer, Head of Recreation Department

Cooper’s field of expertise is keeping staff and clients safe and entertained. He is in charge of treats and toys, while making sure that no one passes by the office unnoticed. He’s a true asset with his extraordinary knowledge in testing the durability of tennis balls and shoes, as well as in his double function as undercover paper shredder.

His favorite pastime is making his humans throw sticks for him. He loves to take extensive walks in the woods or around our beautiful lakes.