AAron
OWNER
Aaron Richards is the Owner of Barden Home Builders. His main focus is managing day to day operations and coordinating the field crews.
Aaron has served on the Board of Directors for 6 years at the Northern Arizona Building Association and was the president in 2020. He is also the Chairman of his 20 Club Group through the National Association of Home Builders. He is active in funding raising for local charity and food banks.
Aaron has been a resident of Northern Arizona since 1990. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys skiing, hunting, camping, golfing, and boating in the western United States.
Michelle
GENERAL MANAGER
With over a decade of hands-on experience in the construction industry, Michelle brings a deep understanding of every stage of the building process to her role as General Manager at Barden Home Builders. Her background spans water mitigation, painting, and flooring contracting, giving her a well-rounded perspective that ensures projects run smoothly from start to finish.
Michelle is known for her organized, solutions-focused approach and her commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. She works closely with teams and clients alike to keep timelines on track and expectations exceeded.
Outside of work, you’ll find Michelle running, hiking, and enjoying time with her family—always ready for the next adventure.
RANDY
PROJECT MANAGER
Randy is a Project Manager at Barden Home Builders. He has over 30 years of experience in residential construction. Randy has worked with BHB for many years as a licensed subcontractor and, fortunately for us, made the move to a full-time position on our team! Randy is skilled in all aspects of construction and brings an optimistic, “get-in-done” attitude to each project. With his years of experience, he has an eye for quality from start to finish.
Randy has lived in Flagstaff since 1994. He enjoys hiking with his wife and dog, boating, camping and all things horse power!
LAUREN
SENIOR DESIGNER
Lauren is Senior Designer at Barden Home Builders. She has over 20 years of experience building personal, trusting relationships with clients. Lauren enjoys designing beautiful and functional interiors from conceptual development, space planning and material research to finish selection and coordination as well as thinking through the practicalities of design. Lauren strives to design unique interiors that will have a positive impact on her clients’ lives, she possesses an innate desire to create and design interiors that exceed clients’ expectations.
Lauren earned her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Northern Arizona University. She worked in commercial interior design for 4 years before making the transition to residential interiors joining BHB in 2020. She loves living and working in Northern Arizona and endeavors to support local vendors and businesses whenever possible.
She enjoys spending time by the lake, family ski days and traveling.
DANELLE
LEAD DESIGNER
Danelle is a residential interior designer specializing in warm, layered spaces with a luxurious feel that balance beauty with purposeful function. Designing professionally since 2015, she brings a decade of experience and a degree in Interior Design from Northern Arizona University. Danelle’s work is rooted in thoughtful space planning, natural textures, and elevated details that transform everyday living into a curated experience. Her philosophy centers on creating homes that feel refined, comfortable, and uniquely reflective of each client’s lifestyle.
When she’s not designing, Danelle is usually chasing sunshine and outdoor adventures. Camping under the stars, paddling on the water, or soaking up Arizona’s natural beauty. She loves spending time with her husband, Nelson, and their dog, Remi.
JESSIE
INTERIOR DESIGNER
Jessie is an Interior Designer at Barden Home Builders. She grew up in Phoenix Arizona, but after moving up North to attend NAU, fell in love with the mountains and moved to Flagstaff full time. She graduated with an Interior Design degree in 2016 with a Certificate in Event Management.
Jessie loves to create beautiful, functional spaces and spread the power of design to her clients. She is passionate about sustainability, flow of space and efficiency in design. She enjoys conversing with everyone she meets and finds it inspiring to enhance a space to fit the clients’ specific needs.
In her free time, she enjoys painting, taking dance classes and enjoying the outdoors.
Randy
INSTALLATION SPECIALIST
Randy is from Northwest Florida, growing up near the pristine beaches of The Emerald Coast. His father and uncles were lifelong skilled tradesmen and General Contractors. Construction education was mandatory and began early on with two years of vocational trade school combined with regular “on the job” apprenticeship. In 1998 he became a flooring subcontractor and has since focused solely on this rewarding and creative profession. His lengthy career has given him immense hands-on experience with the installation of flooring products ranging from carpet to hard surfaces of all types. His primary interest is the installation of ceramic, porcelain, stone, and natural tiles. His expertise allows him to work seamlessly with the Barden Design Team and Project Managers to build a concept from plans to reality.
Randy moved to Flagstaff, Arizona in 2020 after visiting and discovering its enchanting landscape. His spare time is spent exploring geographical and botanical features, the vast Ponderosa Pine Forest, and the incredible high desert wilderness.
Brianna
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
At Barden Home Builders, Bri is the Office Administrator, where she plays a key role in supporting daily operations and ensuring organizational efficiency. With a strong background in management, Bri brings valuable leadership and coordination skills to the team. Her professional experience includes overseeing administrative processes, streamlining workflows, and maintaining effective communication across departments. She is dedicated to creating a well-organized and productive work environment that supports both staff and clients. Known for her reliability and attention to detail, Bri takes pride in helping the company run smoothly. Like her colleagues, Bri enjoys being outdoors and spending quality time with family.
JOEY
CARPENTER
