I’m Dr. Brandon Iker, the founder of The Twelve Houses and Wylie Urban Farm and Market. I created this venue out of a deep belief that weddings are more than events, they are meaningful transitions that deserve care, presence, and intention.
My background spans environmental science, regenerative agriculture, community development, and experiential design. For years, my work has focused on creating spaces, both physical and social, that help people feel grounded, connected, and at ease. The Twelve Houses grew naturally from that work: a place designed to hold celebration, ritual, and gathering without pressure or pretense.
I approach venue management the way I approach all of my work: with clarity, transparency, and respect for the people involved. I intentionally keep bookings limited and conversation-led so couples feel supported rather than rushed. My role is not to upsell or over-direct, but to listen carefully, help remove friction, and create the conditions for a calm, joyful wedding day.
The design of The Twelve Houses reflects my values, natural materials, flexible space, warm lighting, and subtle symbolism inspired by cycles, seasons, and shared human traditions. It is elegant without being rigid and welcoming without being informal. I believe the best weddings are the ones where couples can be fully present, surrounded by people they love, in a space that feels aligned with who they are.
Hosting weddings at The Twelve Houses is not just a business for me; it is a responsibility I take seriously. I am honored each time a couple trusts me with such an important moment in their lives, and I strive to make every experience feel personal, grounded, and genuinely cared for.