We build with clarity, act with integrity, and always stay curious.
Our story
Designing homes has never been about creating square footage. It has always been about creating places where life unfolds.
My journey in residential design began in the 1980s, working alongside my father and learning the craft from the ground up. Long before I founded Rueden Group, I was studying how families live within a home—how spaces connect, how light shapes a room, and how thoughtful design can elevate everyday experiences.
Over the years, I developed a design philosophy centered on one simple belief: a home should be as unique as the people who live within it. Every project begins by understanding lifestyle, aspirations, and the rhythms of daily life. The result is not a predetermined style, but a residence carefully tailored to its owners and the land on which it stands.
Today, as Principal Designer of Rueden Group, I continue to guide clients through the creation of homes that balance beauty, functionality, and enduring value. Every design is approached with the same commitment to thoughtful problem-solving, attention to detail, and respect for craftsmanship that has shaped my career from the beginning.
Some traditions are inherited. Others are earned through experience. Our family's story is both.
For five generations, the Rueden family has been involved in the design and construction of homes. Each generation contributed its own knowledge, craftsmanship, and understanding of how homes are conceived, built, and lived in. Those lessons were passed from one generation to the next—not through textbooks, but through job sites, drawing tables, conversations, and decades of hands-on experience.
From this heritage emerged a philosophy my father often described as "Foreman on Paper." The idea is simple: drawings should do more than illustrate a vision. They should communicate clearly, anticipate questions before they arise, and guide construction with confidence and precision.
These values have evolved into what we call the Timbrin Principles—a collection of enduring design ideals rooted in craftsmanship, proportion, purpose, and longevity. The name comes from an Old English word meaning to build, reflecting our belief that truly exceptional homes are shaped by thoughtful design as much as skilled construction.
While design styles change with time, these principles remain constant. They guide every residence we create, helping ensure that each home feels timeless, deeply personal, and built to endure for generations to come.
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—Former Customer