Meet a Designer – Peggy Rubens Duhl of Fresh Architect

Peggy’s firm Fresh Architect specializes in commercial, health care and residential design.  The residential portfolio includes new construction, renovations, kitchens and a focus on coastal properties. Peggy is a member of the Monogram Designer Collective. Learn more by visiting fresharchitect.com and by following @fresharchitect.

 

Q:  WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR INSPIRATION?

A:  I get new ideas and inspiration from art museums and Instagram.

 

Q: WHO CURRENTLY INSPIRES YOU?

A:  Susan B. Anthony inspires me.

 

Q:  WHAT PIECE OF ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO AN ASPIRING ARCHITECT?

A:  I would advise an aspiring architect to be innovative, creative and stretch the boundaries of what you can do.

 

Q:  HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR ARCHITECTURAL STYLE?

A: My architectural style is fresh, clean lines, collaborative, and balanced design with natural light.

 

Q: WHERE IS THE MOST INSPIRING PLACE YOU’VE TRAVELED?

A:  The most inspiring place I’ve traveled is Sydney, Australia. My dream was to see the Opera House and it was so much more and better than I ever imagined.

 

Q:  WHAT IS YOUR MOST FAVORITE PROJECT?

A:  My most favorite project was working on the CT Children’s Museum.

 

Q: WHAT IS YOUR DREAM PROJECT?

A: My dream project would be to work on an indoor and outdoor community for kids and families. It would be a project that I would start from scratch.

 

Q:  WHERE IS YOUR MOST FAVORITE VACATION SPOT?

A: My favorite vacation spot is Vail, CO.

 

Q: WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR?

A:  I’m best known for fresh and creative thinking and my community involvement in many types of organizations.

 

Q: WHAT IS YOUR MOST PRIZED POSSESSION?

A: My most prized possession is a book titled “ Higher Ideals” that was written and published by my great uncle in 1933.

 

Q: WHAT IS ONE THING PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW ABOUT YOU?

A: One thing people don’t know about me is that I like to go fishing.

 

Q:  WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO COCKTAIL?

A:  My go-to cocktail is a Mojito.

 

Q:  WHAT IS ONE ADJECTIVE THAT BEST DESCRIBES YOU USING THE FIRST LETTER OF YOUR FIRST NAME?

A:  One adjective that best describes me is Positive.