Leadership Team
Studio K2 Architecture brings together architects, designers, project managers, and dedicated support staff in a collaborative, client-focused team. By combining diverse expertise, thoughtful problem-solving, and a commitment to exceptional service, we work together to deliver creative, practical design solutions tailored to each client’s goals.
Geneva Kowalski, NCARB, LEED AP, CPHT is a principal and majority owner of Studio K2 Architecture, where she shares firm leadership with founder Kevin Koernig. An award-winning architect, Geneva brings a commitment to thoughtful design, sustainable building practices, and community engagement to her work. Beyond her leadership at SK2, Geneva serves as Executive Chair of Women in Design (WiD) Denver and is a member of Denver’s Public Art Committee. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her dedication to advancing the architectural profession, supporting design leadership, and contributing to the built environment. She holds a Master of Architecture and a Master of Urban Design from the University of Colorado Denver.
Kevin Koernig, AIA, LEED AP brings nearly 40 years of architectural experience to Studio K2 Architecture. His diverse portfolio includes historic preservation and adaptive reuse, multifamily housing, senior living, retail and mixed-use developments, and cannabis cultivation and retail facilities nationwide. Kevin approaches each project with the belief that architecture should be an engaging and rewarding process for everyone involved. His collaborative philosophy emphasizes thoughtful design, practical problem-solving, and strong client relationships. He holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design from the University of Colorado Boulder.
Caresa Atencio is an architectural designer and project manager at Studio K2 Architecture, contributing to projects across a diverse range of sectors. With a detail-oriented approach and a passion for thoughtful design, Caresa helps guide projects from early design development through construction documentation and coordination. She values the balance between creative problem-solving, technical precision, and collaboration that brings a project together. Caresa takes pride in her work and is committed to creating well-considered design solutions that respond to each project’s unique goals and challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design from the University of Colorado Boulder.