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WE CREATE ROOMS THAT INSPIRE.

Founded in Indianapolis, IN in 2009 by Erika and Gavin Haverstick, Haverstick Designs is an acoustical consulting firm that specializes in world-class designs. We exist to help our clients realize their creative missions. We pride ourselves in utilizing acoustical testing and modeling to make tailor-made designs that both look and sound great. 

Since its inception, we’ve treated thousands of spaces around the globe.  We’ve enjoyed continued growth every year, due to global recognition in publications like Mix Magazine and word-of-mouth referrals provided by our dear friends and loyal clients! 

 

Contact us today to start the process of designing your dream space.

MEET OUR TEAM

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Gavin Haverstick

Owner, Lead Acoustical Consultant

Gavin Haverstick is the owner of Haverstick Designs, a full-service acoustical consulting firm specializing in acoustical modeling, testing and design. His degree is in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University with a focus in robotics. In his career, Gavin has been involved in the acoustical design/analysis of over 5,000 challenging spaces including recording studios, houses of worship, home theaters, gymnasiums, restaurants, conference rooms, edit suites, museums and industrial facilities. An accomplished musician, Gavin has always had a passion for great music and quality sound. He enjoys collecting vinyl records, going to concerts, traveling, playing basketball/tennis/golf and spending time with his wife, son, and daughter.

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Tracy Roberts

Head of Drafting

Tracy graduated with her Master of Architecture in 2011 from Ball State University with a focus on residential architecture and spatial planning. After school, she continued to work with residential architecture around the state of Indiana with her husband. She has been a part of Sweet Adeline’s International, a women’s acapella group, since the age of 14 and currently sings with Capital City Chorus here in Indianapolis. She believes music and architecture are important reflections of the community and works to strengthen people’s connection to both whenever possible. She also enjoys reading and painting when she’s not chauffeuring her son and daughter to their various sporting events.

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    Paige Leatherman

    Executive Assistant

    Paige graduated from Aveda in 2018 and subsequently gained experience working directly with clients in salon settings. Transitioning from a focus on client services, she discovered a newfound interest in administrative responsibilities. Over the years, she managed her own client portfolio while also fulfilling administrative functions at Aveda and various local salons. Seeking a change in her professional environment, Paige joined Haverstick Designs, where she now serves as Gavin's executive assistant. Music has always been a part of her life, from singing in church and show choir to enjoying it today in her free time. Outside of work, Paige loves spending quality time with her husband, reading, trying new coffee shops and exploring new destinations through travel.

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    Alex Harris

    Drafting Technician

    Alex is 2012 Ball State University graduate with a degree Music Engineering Technology. While at Ball State, Alex was a member and Baritone section leader in the Pride of Mid-America Marching Band as well as various other ensembles. There he obtained his love for recording and mixing music. Alex comes from a varied work background including working in the sign industry as a designer and is thrilled to have joined Haverstick Designs in 2021. Since 2015, Alex has been performing with his band DysFUNKtion Brass where he plays trombone and occasionally drum set. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and dog especially while hiking, backpacking, or camping.

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    Juan Carrillo

    Associate Acoustical Consultant

    Juan graduated from Purdue University in 2022 with a degree in mechanical engineering focusing his senior studies in noise and acoustics. While at Purdue, he served as President of the Purdue Billiards Club, and participated in MAES, SHPE, and the Acoustical Society of America. Additionally, Juan played trumpet in various jazz bands including Lab Band 1, The American Music Repertory Ensemble, and the Tower of Power Ensemble. Nowadays, he’s a freelance trumpet player and drummer with a Mexican cover band. Juan’s work experience includes electric utilities, brass instrument manufacturing/repair, and acoustical engineering. He enjoys playing pool, poker, biking, working out, and listening to music!

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    George Waller

    Associate Acoustical Consultant and Sales Coordinator

    George graduated from the University of South Florida in 2024 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, having previously earned a degree in Economics at Florida State University in 2019. Throughout college and even now, George spends much of his free time producing music, singing, and songwriting. His goal is to have a positive impact on the world through music. If he's listening to music, it's probably an artist like Illenium, ARIZONA, Odesza, or some classic 70's music like Jim Croce or Hall and Oates. To have fun and relax, George loves doing anything in nature, including hiking, biking, meditating, and above all else, disc golf!

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      Nate Pitts

      Associate Acoustical Consultant

      Nate graduated from Purdue University in 2025 with a degree in audio electrical engineering technology and a minor in theatre design and production. During his time at Purdue, he enjoyed being active in clubs such as ASA/AES, Purdue Music Producers, and the Hall of Music Productions. As someone who excels in environments that allow him to use his creativity and problem solving skills, discovering the field of acoustics became the perfect avenue. Using his skills and abilities to transform someone's vision to a reality is where Nate strives, making this an ideal field and position to fulfill his passion. Aside from music and sound, Nate enjoys exercising, disc golf, fishing, watching UFC, reading, and being outdoors. He also runs a small business of making custom rugs during his free time.

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      Sawyer Knuteson

      Drafting Technician

      Sawyer graduated from Ball State University in 2024 with his Master of Urban Design and is a self-described geek for urban design and landscape architecture. Sawyer has taken an unconventional path to working in the built environment. After earning his
      Bachelor of Public affairs with a focus on Civic and Non-profit Leadership from IUPUI in 2017, where he founded an annual recycling and biking event, he began working at IU Alumni Association. After a few years, Sawyer got the design itch. He spent the next 5
      years learning and working in landscape, horticulture and landscape design resulting in being accepted to Illinois Institute of Technology for a Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA). Taking the opportunity to work for a design-build firm in Chicago, Sawyer put a pause on his pursuit of an MLA and got to work drafting. Sawyer is ecstatic at the opportunity to be back in the Circle City joining the Haverstick design team and learning more about acoustic architecture. Sawyer is endlessly curious and can usually be found outside in a garden, reading a book on maps and urban design or walking his Dalmatian in parks across the state.

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      Liz Chesley

      Sales Associate

      Originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, Liz moved to Indianapolis in 2021 and began studying English with a minor in Business through Ivy Tech and Arizona State University. Liz now works as a Sales Associate at Haverstick Designs, helping clients navigate the early stages of their acoustical design projects.

      Liz plays drums, guitar, and ukulele, and has a deep love for music, writing, and spending time outdoors. Her favorite artists include The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, Billie Eilish, The Marías, and Matt Maltese. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, meditating, and exploring creative outlets that keep her inspired.

        Here at Haverstick Designs, we live by our core values, S.O.U.N.D.

        S - Solve Problems

        O - Over Everything, Be Kind

        U - Unparalleled Passion

        N - Never Settle

        D - Do What You Say

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