PEOPLE
ELIZABETH EASON, AIA, LEED AP BD&C, LEED AP Homes
Elizabeth Eason founded Elizabeth Eason Architecture, LLC in 2003 and serves as principal architect. Elizabeth graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Architecture, and she brings over 20 years of professional experience to the firm. Her work experience includes commercial, retail, hospitality, residential, and government clients. She has worked with architects, engineers, and contractors in Melbourne Australia; Seattle Washington; and Eugene Oregon, but Knoxville has always been her hometown.
Her passion for sustainable design began early during a childhood spent playing in the East Tennessee mountains. Naturally, she grew up with an appreciation of the ecological beauty of this region. Elizabeth continues to spend free time hiking and playing in the mountains.
Elizabeth is a founding member of the East Tennessee U.S. Green Building Council and served two terms as chair. She has served on the Knoxville Tree Board, is a board member with Knox Heritage, and volunteers with the East Tennessee Community Design Center. She also served on the Knoxville Energy and Sustainability Task Force and Governor Bredesen’s Tennessee Energy Policy Task Force.
ANDREW GODWIN, ASSOC. AIA, LEED AP BD&C
Andrew Godwin is a Project Manager for Elizabeth Eason Architecture. A fifth generation Tennessean, he was born to a family of engineers, farmers, and artists. Since earning a Bachelor of Architecture degree with honors from the University of Tennessee, he has focused his practice and research interests on holistic sustainability - the idea that truly sustainable architecture is both interconnected to everything and for everyone. Through research and innovation, he draws the greatest benefit from the simplest means. He is both an idealist and a pragmatist.
Andrew is a member of the American Institute of Architects, the US Green Building Council, Knox Heritage, and the Knoxville Track Club. He also serves on the organizing committee for the Knoxville Marathon and on the board of directors for the East Tennessee Housing Development Corporation, a non-profit group dedicated to providing sustainable housing for low income families in East Tennessee.
Since 2011, Andrew has been an Adjunct Professor of Architecture at the University of Tennessee, where he also serves on design review juries and mentors architecture students.
MONIKA MILLER, ASSOC. AIA, LEED AP BD&C
Monika Miller’s interest in design and sustainability led her to architecture because she saw a need and potential for improvement in this realm. She earned a Bachelor of Architecture with honors from the University of Tennessee. Monika works as an architectural designer, marketing coordinator and bike messenger at Elizabeth Eason Architecture, LLC.
Outside of work, Monika can be found exploring the city by bike, hiking in the mountains, designing clothes, or reading on her porch. She enjoys promoting and eating locally grown foods, aspires toward a carbon-neutral lifestyle, and serves on Knoxville TPO’s Regional Bike Advisory Committee.
PETER OSICKEY, ASSOC. AIA, LEED AP BD&C
Peter is a designer and project manager in our studio. He was drawn to Elizabeth Eason Architecture by a strong interest in sustainable buildings and Zero-Energy housing. As a member of the US Green Building Council serving on several committees, he is devoted to creating a culture of sustainable design in Knoxville. He moved to Knoxville and earned a degree in architecture from the University of Tennessee in 2007, and he has stayed involved with the school by mentoring students.
Peter lives downtown with his wife Dianna and their border collie. He enjoys running, soccer, hiking, reading and drinking a good beer with friends at any one of the town’s many outdoor patios.
BRADFORD RAINES, ASSOC. AIA, LEED AP BD&C
Bradford’s interest in simple, sustainable design led him to Elizabeth Eason Architecture, LLC. He earned a bachelor of architecture with highest honors from the University of Tennessee. His East Tennessee upbringing fostered an appreciation for the natural beauty of the region and made his decision to practice here an easy one. Bradford serves as a designer and project manager in our studio.
Outside the office, you can find Bradford cycling, hiking, or picking a few banjo tunes on his front porch.
MAXI FRANK
Maxi is a designer with our studio. She earned her bachelor of architecture from the University of Tennessee in 2011. While at UT she participated in the construction of the New Norris House which received LEED Platinum certification. Maxi's collaboration skills and her passion for sustainable design make her a great addition for our team.