ALEX BERGTRAUN

Alex is a Bay Area native where he began his architectural career after graduating from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and a one-year Rotary scholarship studying in Denmark. His international experience additionally includes three years working in a studio in Milan, Italy where he designed a wide variety of projects in Milan, Tuscany and Sardinia. These experiences greatly influenced his architectural sensibility and continued worldly travels augment and enrich his design vocabulary.

Upon his return from Italy, Alex established Studio Bergtraun, Architects in 1988. Alex and his wife Michelle thoroughly enjoy the Bay Area cultural life and natural wonders while trying to stay ahead of their two sons.

MICHELLE SEGRE BERGTRAUN

Michelle was born and raised in Milano, Italy where she received her M.B.A from the Bocconi University. Since moving to the Bay Area she has worked in various Finance positions for companies like The North Face, Cost Plus and Macys giving her a broad understanding of the local retail environment before joining the studio 15 years ago. She handles all the financial and organizational aspects of the business adding a bit of Italian flair and “buon gusto” to the mix.

Michelle and Alex have found that blending their work and life together has enriched them both.