Don seeks to create an architecture that contributes to the community. He believes that architecture for the twenty first century demands leadership in issues of sustainable design while creating beauty by using the materials of construction inventively to respond to the program, site and climate. He is passionate about the continuation of our agricultural heritage, the expansion of transportation options and linking sustainable local economic development to architecture.
Don enjoys spending time with his family on the mountains and rivers of Montana. Don is a Vermont native.
Education:
Master of Architecture, 1991
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Rome Study Program
Rome, Italy
Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics, 1985
Amherst College, Amherst, Massachusetts
Originally from Missoula, Kent tested the waters of other communities before deciding Missoula was the place he wanted to settle down with his family. The “testing of waters” did include the Pacific Ocean on a surf board at the end of the work day in Santa Barbara. Since returning, Kent has made major contributions to Missoula and Western Montana through his work. His projects are diverse in type, scale and architectural expression. He is a natural team player and values input from all parties involved in bringing a project to fruition. Kent strives to create an architecture that is a unique reflection of the specific client’s experiences and values.rnrnWith no ocean nearby, Kent spends his free time sailing on Flathead Lake, rafting and fishing on the local rivers, and other family activities.
Education:
Master of Architecture, 2010
Bachelor of Architecture, 1986
Montana State University, Bozeman, Montanarn
John is also a Missoula native who returned to Montana after practicing in Colorado for a number of years. John’s a puzzle solver on all levels and in all facets of life. He can distill any issue and figure out how to move it forward. This has resulted in much of his career being focused on complex health care and other large institutional projects, always with sustainability in mind. He has an amazing sense of humor and knows when to use it for best results
John volunteers for high school cross county meets and the Missoula Marathon and is a member of Rotary, among other community organizations in town. When not solving challenging issues or being civically involved, John and his family retreat to their cabin in the woods outside of Missoula.
Education:
Master of Architecture, 2008
Bachelor of Architecture, with honors, 1990
Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
Angie is a Missoula native who has returned home after practicing in San Francisco, living abroad and traveling extensively around the world. Her interests are wide ranging from the arts and hand crafted, to local food systems, health and wellness and the exchange of ideas. While doing graduate studies and living in a small hilltown in Italy, she focused her thesis work on how to create experiential spaces through sensual engagement (using the five traditional senses, plus the sixth sense of kinesthetic movement), ultimately to provide a lasting memory in one’s mind.
Angie’s goal is to design spaces that matter, mark time, illustrate art and craft and dance lightly on the earth, all while supporting enjoyment of life. No detail, on any job, is too small to obsess about…and wonder if it is as beautiful as can be. For Angie, architecture isn’t just a career; it’s an all-encompassing lifestyle. She applies this same love of life to her family.
Education:
Post Professional Master of Architecture, with honors, 2002
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington - Italian Hilltowns Program, Civita, Italy
Bachelor of Architecture, cum laude, 1994
Washington State University, Pullman, Washington
Denmark International Study Program
Copenhagen, Denmark
What started as a college internship in 2001 has turned into a career with MMW for Colin. Colin has been the project architect on some of the firm’s largest projects, is an expert in LEED and has also become the firm leader in energy modeling. If he had another life, he might choose to be an economist. Perhaps this explains his innate abilities of tightly running a project, as well as his commitment to post occupancy verification, which allows the owner and architect to know if systems are performing as expected. He’s helped the firm bring new industries to market, restore important habitat and gain approval for progressive infrastructure systems. In addition, Colin has a reputation with his clients for providing exceptional and friendly service. In the off hours, Colin runs like a cheetah, plays soccer and enjoys his family.
Education:
Master of Architecture, with highest honors, 2002
Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
Bachelor of Environmental Design, with highest honors, 2002
Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
Like many others at MMW, Luke grew up in Missoula, but left to see what the rest of the world had to offer. Although in his younger years he had visions of being a travel writer and having someone else pay for his adventures, he decided on architecture instead. After stints in New York City and Oregon, Luke made it back to Missoula and has been with MMW for around a decade. He works on all scale of projects and is superb at interfacing with clients, consultants, contractors and subcontractors. Luke’s skills are far and wide and he would be successful at a number of occupations, but (luckily for MMW) he’s dedicated these skills to delivering projects that meet an owner’s budget, schedule and quality expectations. When not working, Luke and family savor the Montana lifestyle
Education:
Master of Architecture, 2001
University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon
Rome Study Program,
Rome, Italy
Martha’s Vineyard Study Program
Edgartown, MA
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, with honors, 1997
Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri
En route to Glacier National Park in 2006, Shane passed through Missoula and liked the vibe. His friend saw an advertisement for an architecture job at MMW and hounded Shane until he applied. Since then, Shane has worked in a variety of roles and on numerous projects. Shane is exceptional at all computer related aspects of architecture/rendering and knows each nut and bolt of projects he works on. Additionally, he has a mind that understands construction, making him an excellent team contributor during both design and construction. Best of all, he has an epic sense of humor. In his spare time, Shane enjoys biking, backpacking, skiing, traveling and playing Ultimate Frisbee.
Education:
Master of Architecture, cum laude, 2007
Miami University, Oxford, Ohio
Utopian Visions Workshop,
Differdange, Luxembourg
Fallingwater Workshop, Mill Run
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, with honors, 2004
University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
After graduating in 2005, Jacob moved to Missoula to start his career. The diversity of life and architecture in Montana has given Jacob a broad professional background that makes him adaptable to all types of design and construction. He is a highly skilled project manager known for his ability to interface with clients and the construction trades making him instrumental in project delivery, giving him a reputation for quality and professional service. As a LEED accredited professional, he continually looks to find new ways to improve the design process for the benefit of the environment and building inhabitants.
Like many of us here at MMW, Jacob loves the outdoors. When he is not managing projects, you can find him with his family exploring the outdoors in the upper Rockies.
Education:
Master of Architecture, Cum Laude, 2005
University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Cum Laude 2004
University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho
Sarah is a native of Missoula who returned home after studying and practicing architecture in Portland and Seattle. Her professional background includes all aspects of design and construction, with a focus in residential, multi-family and mixed-use buildings. Her experience working in design/build brings a unique perspective to the design process. She is interested in a holistic approach to architecture that integrates design, constructibility and the environment to create an architecture that reflects its place.
In Sarah’s free time, she enjoys exploring the region’s outdoors and cities with her husband, twin boys and dog.
Education:
Master of Architecture, 2005,
University of Washington
Bachelor degree in Architecture, 2001,
Portland State University
National Sustainable Building Advisory Program, 2006,
Certified Sustainable Building Advisor
Born in Wisconsin, and raised in Montana, Ryan understands how lucky he is to call Big Sky Country home. After finishing Architecture School, he established his career in Missoula. Since then, Ryan has worked on a diverse range of project types, including educational, multifamily, medical, retail, residential, and historic preservation. Ryan’s easy going personality helps him to be an excellent team player and communicator. He has a natural ability to work with others, which leads to happy clients and smooth running projects.
Ryan spends his free time mountain biking, backpacking, playing soccer, and participating in other outdoor related activities. He has also been known to keep his creativity going by making a pretty tasty home brew from time to time.
Education:
Master of Architecture, 2009,
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design, 2008,
Foreign Study Europe, 2007,
Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana