B. Dean Maddalena, AIA, NCARB, IIDA, ASID, NEWH

President

Dean Maddalena co-founded StudioSIX5 in 2003 and serves as the firm’s president. A licensed architect and member of the American Institute of Architects, NCARB, IIDA and ASID, Dean has dedicated a large portion of his career to the research and design of senior living environments. Dean has worked in all facets of senior design and for all levels of care throughout the United States. He also designs senior living-inspired flooring and furniture product for leading manufacturers. Dean received a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Notre Dame and a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Michigan. He has served on the Lifecare Advisory Council and Durkan Design Council and has been a speaker at conferences and conventions for the American Institute of Architects, the Texas Association of Homes & Services for the Aging and the Environments for Aging. Dean’s design work has been repeatedly recognized by such industry associations as the American Institute of Architects, Starnet and the National Association of Home Builders. Outside of the office, Dean’s creative impulses are channeled into a long-standing passion for cooking.

Texas Registered Architect #15815
Florida Registered Architect #AR96352
Georgia Registered Architect #RA013671
Louisiana Registered Architect #6859
Maryland Registered Architect #16801
Missouri Registered Architect #A-2014026851
South Carolina Registered Architect #9019
Virginia Registered Architect #0401016441

Karla M. Jackson

Design Director

Karla Jackson is StudioSIX5’s most senior project design and management specialist. She has experience on both large-scale and medium-size senior living projects across the continuum of care, with specialized expertise in interior designs for dementia care. Throughout her career, Karla has worked with numerous national senior housing developers, architecture firms and project consultants and her focus has been on building long-term client relationships. She is uniquely dedicated to project design management excellence and excels at project design details and the creation of superior project documentation. Originally from Dallas, Karla holds a BS and MS from Texas Tech University and her master’s thesis was published in the Southwest Journal On Aging. She has served as a member of the Texas Tech University Interior Design Advisory Board and her work has been recognized by the American Institute of Architects Healthcare Design Awards. Karla finds inspiration in encounters with new places and things. Her hobbies include reading, boating and traveling.

Texas Registered Interior Designer #1434

Jonathan Blackwood

Communications Director

For almost 20 years, Jonathan Blackwood has led communications and marketing efforts for various architectural, engineering and interior design firms in Austin, New York, Houston and Little Rock. He has also been a professional writer and editor for print and online publications, including Windows User, Windows, PC World, Computer Shopper, Winmag.com, ZDNet.com and CNET.com. In addition, Jonathan taught online English classes for 13 years at the College of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas and high school English and social studies classes at Crockett High School in Austin. He holds a BA from Arkansas Tech University and MLA from St. Edward’s University in Austin. Jonathan is passionate about technology, writing, movies and animals. At StudioSIX5, he is responsible for the firm’s IT systems and website and for keeping clients, vendors and team members apprised of the latest happenings.

John Greenlee

Studio Design Manager

A Kansas native, John Greenlee is passionate about creating great spaces (and places between spaces) and developing concepts that tell a story. An experienced architect, John applies his extensive project experience in the entertainment, sports, hospitality, commercial, event and residential fields to his work at StudioSIX5. John earned his BS in architecture from Kansa State University. In his spare time, he is an avid fan of movies, college sports and Royals baseball. If he was not the firm’s Studio Design Manager, John says he’d likely be working on his ranch.

Elizabeth Humphrey

Office Manager/HR

Although Elizabeth Humphrey spent time in Kansas City and Albuquerque in her youth, she claims Brooklyn as her hometown. Her role at StudioSIX5 includes human resources, office administration and project coordination. A virtuoso of organization, she helps with scheduling everything in the office. Elizabeth earned her associate’s degree in communications from Austin Community College. Her hobbies include hiking, entertaining, cooking, thrift shopping and reading.

John Ford

Controller

Originally from Mason City, Iowa, John Ford has served as StudioSIX5’s controller since 2009. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and marketing from Loras College in Iowa and, like a true accountant, he says his favorite StudioSIX5 projects are those that pay on time. His head for numbers has resulted in a keen enthusiasm for solving Sudoku puzzles and he also enjoys bicycling, baseball and reading.

Jose Patiño

IT Manager

Hailing from San Antonio, Jose Patiño oversees StudioSIX5’s network and IT security needs and spearheads efforts to apply smart technology to product development in the senior living space. He earned his master’s degree in computer science from The University of Texas at San Antonio. In his spare time, he enjoys sampling Austin’s dynamic restaurant scene and trying his own hand at various cooking styles.

Celena Breir

Purchasing Manager

An Austin native, Celena Breir serves as StudioSIX5’s head of purchasing. She earned a consumer sciences bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising and business administration from Texas State University in San Marcos. Celena loves animals, traveling, Asian culture, Spotify and brunch. When she’s not at work, she enjoys traveling, movies and Pilates and she never waits to swim after eating—a fitting choice for someone who would otherwise be a mermaid.

Certified Purchasing Professional #122770P

Jessica Bollig

Furnishings Manager

Jessica Bollig manages specification scheduling and installation coordination at StudioSIX5 communities. An avid road-tripper, this Kansas native adores traveling and is well on her way to achieving her goal of visiting all 50 states. Her install team will tell you that her guilty pleasure is donuts and that she has a hidden talent for walking on stilts. Jessica holds a master’s degree in interior architecture and product design from Kansas State University and co-owns an art business, JPear Design, where she enjoys handcrafting ceramic dinnerware.

Shauna Revo

Project Design Manager

Shauna has been delighting clients with her skills and enthusiasm since her first StudioSIX5 installation at the Solana at Dogwood Ridge in Tennessee. A native of Albuquerque, Shauna holds a BS in interior design from Texas State University in San Marcos and a BA in human development from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida. When she’s not in the studio, she enjoys traveling, music, soccer, volleyball, brunch and soaking in the great outdoors.

Texas Registered Interior Designer #11774

Claire Richards

Project Design Manager

With 13+ years of interior design experience, Claire Richards is well-versed in many areas, including space planning, FF&E and finish selections, specifications, purchasing and expediting, project management and client relations. An Austin native, Claire earned an associate’s degree in interior design from El Centro College in Dallas and a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from The University of Texas at Austin. Her tastes are both comprehensive and eclectic. She is passionate about art, literature, history and travel and she enjoys hanging out with her family, fishing and breaking the speed limit.

Texas Registered Interior Designer #10658