About Us
Otto/Walker Architects was founded on the dual principles of designing structures which fulfill the aesthetic as well as practical desires of its clients while utilizing all the attributes a building site has to offer. These natural gifts often include expansive views, generous solar exposure, mature vegetation and topography which can help to enhance a design. To be successful in a mountain environment such as Park City, Utah, these two key goals must be achieved while also providing a beautiful project which endures the test of time.
Otto/Walker Architects operates emphasizing client involvement throughout the project while providing the vision, creativity and thorough beginning to end service that our years of experience can provide.
Otto/Walker Founding Partners
Richard S. Ott0
Rick graduated from The Ohio State University with his Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture in 1974. Having worked in Columbus, Ohio for five years, he moved to Park City, Utah in 1979 and in 1987 he founded Otto/Walker Architects in conjunction with Mark Walker. Over 44 years of total experience and 36 years as Principal with Otto/Walker, he has designed and seen the completion of numerous Single-Family homes, Commercial Projects, Multi-Family Projects and many Remodelings. His work for Otto/Walker been published in Salt Lake City Magazine, Mountain Living Magazine, and Western Home Journal.
Mark A. Walker
A Utah native, Mark graduated with his Masters Degree in Architecture from the University of Utah in 1977 and worked in Salt Lake City until he began practice in Park City in 1981. He joined forces with Rick Otto in 1987 to form Otto/Walker Architects and during his tenure as Principal at Otto/Walker, he completed the design and oversaw the construction of 11 high end Multi-Family projects, a multitude of custom Single-Family homes and many Commercial Buildings. His work for Otto/Walker has been featured in Salt Lake City Magazine as well as Mountain Living Magazine. Mark passed away in August 2022, his legacy lives on with all here at Otto/Walker.
Otto/Walker Future Forward
Andrew Foster
Andrew brings a hands-on approach to architecture with experience ranging from swinging hammers on budget-less single-family homes to off-grid housing on the Navajo Nation with Design Build Bluff and now designing custom homes in Park City UT and the greater Rocky Mountain West. He believes thoughtful design begins with understanding the land, often stepping away from the desk to experience a site's character and surroundings firsthand. Outside the office, Andrew finds inspiration in the outdoors, spending time mountain biking, hiking, and skiing with his wife, Erin, their daughter, Kula, and their animals. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Vanderbilt University and a Master of Architecture from Arizona State University.
Ben Walker
Ben Walker’s passion for Architecture began at a young age here in the mountains, inspired by his Father, Mark Walker, an Architect in Park City and a founding member of Otto Walker Architects. “My Dad would take my brother and me on jobsites when we were kids. We would look at the big views of the mountains and the ski runs, smell the dirt and lumber, and see the lines on paper come to life." Having worked on multiple project types and scales, including both commercial and residential projects, Ben brings a versatile skill set and adaptable attitude to each project. His passion for the mountain lifestyle and desire to design custom homes has brought him back home to Park City. Ben has a knack for making clients feel like lifelong friends and is always up for a powder day with clients. If you see him around town, give him a shout as he always welcomes a chat. Ben holds a Bachelor’s and Master's degree in architecture from Arizona State University.
Bryan Markkanen
A Colorado native, Bryan grew up surrounded by the mountains and Western spirit that continue to influence his approach to architecture. His passion for sustainability and high-performance design shapes thoughtful, comfortable spaces that minimize environmental impact. With extensive experience in commercial and residential architecture, Bryan brings a commitment to sustainable design through his credentials as a LEED AP, Certified Passive House Consultant, and Chair of the AIA Utah Committee on the Environment. He holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Master of Architecture from the University of Utah.
Ben Jaworski
Ben Jaworski believes great architecture begins with an understanding of the people who inhabit a home and the setting that surrounds it. Over the past 13 years at Otto Walker Architects, Ben has focused on designing luxury custom homes throughout the Mountain West, including Park City, Colorado, and Montana. His experience also includes contributing to the design and construction of a remote research station on Livingston Island, Antarctica, through the University of Colorado's graduate design-build program. Ben values a collaborative approach to design, working closely with clients to create homes that reflect their lifestyles while responding thoughtfully to the character of each site. Ben holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from The Ohio State University and a Master of Architecture from the University of Colorado.