Garrett grew up in Albuquerque, NM.  The son of a customer home builder, he worked on the job site specializing in framing and trim carpentry.  In college he transitioned into residential design providing drafting services for a home designer.   He expanded his expertise, working as an intern architect for a firm focused on the multifamily and small commercial sector.  He is currently a student intern working on special projects for the State of New Mexico Public School Authority.