Curtis Sorenson: Crafting Homes with Studio Moxie

On this episode of Nailed It!, we sit down with Curtis Sorenson, owner and founder of Studio Moxie Architecture, to dive into his incredible journey from teenage side hustles to becoming a leading architect in Utah.

Curtis shares how, by 21, he was building spec homes—only to lose everything in the 2008 crash. But instead of giving up, he pivoted, found a passion for architecture, and built a thriving firm known for its stunning designs and client-first approach.

We talk about:

✔️ Learning from failure—how going broke shaped his career.

✔️ From the trenches to the drafting table—why hands-on experience makes better architects.

✔️ Designing with purpose—how Curtis creates homes that fit his clients' lives down to the last detail.

✔️ The reality of running your own business—the highs, the struggles, and the lessons learned.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to turn setbacks into stepping stones, this episode is for you.

🔨 Listen now and get inspired to build something great!