About Us
We build ultra high-performance homes, integrating advanced building science and sustainable methods to deliver comfort, safety, and beauty. Based in Boulder, CO, and serving Colorado’s Front Range, we specialize in Passive House principles to create homes that thrive in the Rocky Mountain environment and adapt to each family’s evolving needs.
We build ultra high-performance homes, integrating advanced building science and sustainable methods to deliver comfort, safety, and beauty. Based in Boulder, CO, and serving Colorado’s Front Range, we specialize in Passive House principles to create homes that thrive in the Rocky Mountain environment and adapt to each family’s evolving needs.
Bauen Build carries a legacy of four generations of craftsmanship. It began in 1930 with John Brill in Stevens Point, WI, where he built Sears Modern homes—cost-effective, efficient kit houses that provided growing families with quality homes.
In the 1960s, Marvin and Mark Brill continued the tradition in Austin, MN. Marvin built custom homes using factory-built components and pioneering energy-efficient methods ahead of their time.
Today, Matt Brill leads the third generation with Bauen Build. He upholds the family’s commitment to quality, blending a passion for cutting-edge building techniques with a focus on creating the healthiest, highest-quality homes.
Our Multi-Generational Legacy
Our mission is to redefine what it means to live well,
from the foundation up.
As our climate changes, we take decisive action to help create a sustainable future. We collaborate closely with clients and architects who share our vision - reducing environmental impact while enhancing the daily living experience. By blending advanced materials, technical expertise, and timeless design principles, we create homes that are energy-efficient, quiet, and comfortable all year round, providing enduring beauty and reliability in an ever-changing world.
Building for a Better Future
Matt Lachapelle
Matt Brill
Eric Moore
Site Manager
Mike Jacoby
CJ Price
Project Manager & Creative Lead
Lead Carpenter
Site Manager
Amanda Ho
Site Manager
Daniel Rubenstein
Founder
Office Manager
Operations Director
Michael Wilks
Eric Moore
Office Manager
Team
Matt Brill is a builder, innovator, and advocate for sustainable living. He founded Bauen Build to bring Passive House homes to Boulder and the Colorado Front Range. With a background in business and a Master’s in Urban Design from UC Berkeley, Matt blends technical precision with a passion for advanced building science. He’s committed to using high-performance methods to create durable, healthy homes that minimize environmental impact. Matt is an active board member of the Colorado Green Building Guild and lives with his family in Boulder in a certified Passive House he and his team built.
Matt Brill
FOUNDER
Daniel Rubenstein is a designer, builder, and systems thinker with a background in construction management, permaculture, and product development. He studied architecture at the University of Arizona and earned a degree in Environmental Design from CU Boulder. At Bauen, Daniel bridges design vision and construction reality, bringing clarity, creativity, and care to every stage of the building process. When he’s not at his desk or coordinating with crews, you’ll find him deep in the alpine backcountry in search of adventure—and his next water source.
Daniel Rubenstein
PROJECT MANAGER & CREATIVE LEAD
Eric Moore brings structure and steadiness to Bauen Build, drawing on a lifetime of familiarity with the building process – even from childhood experiences on construction sites. With a solid background in business and a deep appreciation for well-run systems, Eric ensures that behind every great build is a smooth, thoughtful process and a happy team.
Eric Moore
office manager
With a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University and a strong background in residential construction, Matt Lachapelle brings analytical rigor and creative problem solving to every project. He approaches each build with foresight and precision, ensuring the technical side of Bauen’s work is seamless and efficient. Matt is drawn to Passive House principles for their combination of science, sustainability, and performance. He thrives in the details and helps make complex systems simple and successful for clients.
Matt Lachapelle
site manager
CJ Price
lead carpenter
CJ Price leads Bauen’s construction teams with a focus on precision, durability, and pride in craftsmanship. With a bachelor's in Civil Engineering from Cornell and a master’s in Sustainable Design and Construction from Stanford, CJ’s approach to building is as thoughtful as it is technical. He’s passionate about green building and finds purpose in creating homes that are both energy-efficient and deeply comfortable. For CJ, it's all about doing the work right—from the foundation to the finishing touches.
Michael Wilks brings a rare combination of field experience and strategic oversight to Bauen Build. Originally from Philadelphia and now based in Denver, he holds a degree in Environmental Engineering from Drexel University and has worked across technical sales, general contracting, and commercial design-build. He’s renovated multiple homes of his own, giving him firsthand insight into what great construction feels like. Outside of work, Michael enjoys adventure motorcycle trips, horseback riding, and exploring the outdoors with his girlfriend and their black lab.
Michael Wilks
operations director
Amanda Ho is Bauen’s emerging site leader—sharp, resourceful, and always a step ahead. With a background in graphic design and project coordination, she brings both visual thinking and hands-on practicality to her role. Amanda supports daily site operations and helps translate client goals into built reality, always with a focus on clarity, cost-efficiency, and care. She’s also helping to shape Bauen’s visual identity across platforms, bringing the brand’s voice to life both in the field and online.
Amanda Ho
site manager
Mike is a midwest transplant with an accounting degree from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. His unique background as a CPA, Internal Auditor, and Project Management overseeing several multi-million dollar projects brings his analytical mindset and attention to detail to every project. Real estate has always been a passion for Mike, owning and renovating several rental properties since college. In 2002, Mike made the transition from the corporate world to building and selling residential custom homes. When Mike is not working, he enjoys staying active playing hockey, skiing and hiking.
Mike Jacoby
site manager
