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Ethos is the Fundamental Spirit of Community

Let’s end the idea that we can build rows of boxes on the cheap and call them neighborhoods. Without a second thought to how those who live there will actually live.
Ethos shapes the entire scene. We take a wide-angle view on community. That’s why we see through the full dynamics of designing, building, developing, and representing a place.

Collectively, Ethos creates standout spaces for people to simply exist better. We reflect on the total environment—even the cultural impact of our work—down to the ongoing ripple effects in everyday lives.

As a women-led, vertically-integrated agency from Idaho, Ethos is natural outlier. Yet we’ve become a nationally-recognized thought leader. We bring expansive new vision to the design+build, development, and real estate space.

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Originally formed by Sarah Cunningham as Desiderata Interiors in 2010, and rebranded to Ethos in 2014, our guiding forces have never wavered. With roots in neighborhood activism, we believe community matters. Our environment matters. How you live matters.
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Meet the Minds Behind Ethos

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Sarah Cunningham

[ Founder & CEO ]
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Brian Andersen

[ Site Superintendent ]
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Tab Carman

[ INTERIOR DESIGNER ]
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Amy Heath

[ Office Manager ]
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Howard Huefner

[ Project Manager ]
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Bennett Barr

[ Asst. Project Manager ]
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Chris Athas

[ Field Coordinator ]
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Travis Covel

[ Finish Carpenter ]
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Learn More About Us

Founder and CEO of Ethos Design+Remodel since 2010. She is a Boise native, active mother, and a savvy advocate for sustainable practices in the home and community. 

As a developer and realtor, Sarah uses her gift for listening & communicating to create a unique and personalized experience for of her projects. Her eye for design, solution-orientation and leadership skills, and dedication to our local community are valuable insights she brings to help her real estate clients in their real estate endeavors.

Brian is our Site Superintendent here at Ethos. A seasoned construction professional who brings years of industry knowledge to the Ethos team, Brian is passionate about delivering quality, environmentally-conscious and cutting edge construction services.

Brian’s approach to managing a construction site is to communicate clearly and often with our clients so they feel confident about the work that is happening and understand the why and the how behind a project. Brian prides himself on staying on schedule and keeping clients aware if something changes.

Tab Carman is an accomplished Interior Designer with a knack for blending creativity and sustainability. With a BFA in Interior Design from the University of Idaho, Tab has spearheaded interior architecture departments and managed a diverse array of projects from hospitality to healthcare. His expertise in Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite, coupled with his leadership roles in organizations like Interior Designers of Idaho, showcase his commitment to excellence. 

As an Administrative Assistant, she excels at coordinating calendars, managing design hours, and assisting with time-sensitive matters. In addition she processes payroll, oversees general office responsibilities, and assists with graphic design tasks.  With a knack for multitasking, she ensures smooth operations and supports team cohesion at every turn.

With a passion for precision and a commitment to excellence, Howard brings a wealth of expertise to every project. Having a keen eye for detail and a dedication to meeting deadlines, he oversees field operations ensuring quality craftsmanship from project inception to completion. 

Bennett excels in cultivating client relationships through design consultations and regular client communication. He works closely with our Project Manager and our Interior Designer to ensure timely progress and efficiency for each client while making sure it meets Ethos standards. 

Our in-house fine woodworker, Chris comes to us with many years of Hollywood set-building experience. The required attention to detail he gained from this gives him the ability to craft period pieces dating back from the last 500 years to date. Chris shines in residential remodels for historic homes. 

With a B.S. in Environmental Science and plenty of field experience, we are welcoming Travis as our newest finish carpenter here at Ethos.  He has management experience and top notch carpentry skills with an emphasis on a clean and safe work environment.

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