About

Over years of operating his own shop, Dustin has learned firsthand— and dealt with—the many challenges of this emerging industry. He now brings that extensive experience to Living Roof's service department and roof paver installations. Dustin understands the great potential of living wall systems, and he is an extraordinary problem solver for complex installations.

Emilio brings extensive green roof construction and hands-on experience to every project. His role begins immediately with bidding and project inquiries and carries through to project logistics and onsite installation. You will find him in the office but maybe most at home on a construction site, possibly driving a forklift and coordinating cranes. He has extensive experience in all sizes and types of green roofs, having designed, supervised and installed projects throughout the southeast, northeast, and western states.

June brings her business administration experience as well as her lifelong interest in environmental studies to Living Roofs. June is inspired by the nature of green roofs as an interdisciplinary solution to a complex set of questions. When she’s not in the LRI office, June is also a visual artist working primarily in collage.

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Kate’s interdisciplinary educational background and professional experience in archaeology and landscape architecture inform all her work. She is keenly interested in how humans interact and connect with their environments, and she says that pushes her to “explore ideas that encourage memorable landscapes and spaces.” Kate’s design approach is sensitive, ecologically responsive and restorative. She leads the Living Roofs design team from concept through construction, ensuring that the original vision remains intact throughout the project.

With a background in construction management, horticulture, and landscape architecture, Kelly strives to incorporate natural systems into urban landscapes. During her previous employment, Kelly has worked on both large-scale and small-scale comprehensive planning projects ranging from high-end residential to master planning and community development. She is passionate about using the power of nature to restore ecological systems, enhance biodiversity, and promote urban resilience. Outside the office, Kelly enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the beauty found in the mountains of WNC.

Kyle brings many years of management experience in the green infrastructure industry to Living Roofs. He values the unique ability of green roofs to address the environmental, social, and economic challenges facing the rapidly urbanizing Southeast. You will find him carefully preparing the construction team for organized, efficient, and impeccable installations.