Desirée is the founder of Simply Sustainable, LLC, a building-science-based consulting firm providing in-person energy code testing in the Hudson Valley as well as virtual building science, healthy home, green building, and clean air services.
Discovering tiny homes in 2013 sparked a major life shift for her. After two years of travel, exploring small dwellings, and studying simple living techniques in Asia and Europe, in 2017, she gave up her NYC apartment to fulfill her tiny living dream in the Catskills.
In 2020, she professionalized her love for green building by completing an apprenticeship, training with a local building scientist, and earning her Building Analyst & Envelope Professional BPI certifications.

In addition to her building science practice, she enjoys designing, developing, and building green homes and volunteers on various local boards and community projects that promote sustainable homes, green jobs, and clean energy.