--- title: "MMW Architects — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/mmw-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292771857 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1292771857.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "MMW Architects" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7ec3fd7e03d97647_5606-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "125 W. Alder, Missoula, Montana 59802, United States" latitude: 46.9006 longitude: -114.0027 phone: "(406) 543-5800" website: http://mmwarchitects.com rating: 0 review_count: 0 followers: 48 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # MMW Architects Original Houzz profile: [MMW Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/mmw-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292771857) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Missoula, MT - **Serves:** Missoula, Montana - **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Founded in 1997, MMW Architects is committed to contributing positively to the built environment, while working in harmony with the natural environment. We create places that enrich life’s daily rituals and activities through beauty and efficiency. Our projects respond to the land and climate, as well as to the cultural and historic setting, revealing the inherent attributes of time and place. The play of natural light in our buildings encourages the occupant to experience the passage of seasons. We take a holistic view of resource efficiency and sustainability in each project. Site planning, building design, systems design and material selection are interconnected facets of responsible resource efficient design. Good decisions save the owner money over the life of the building and contribute to a sustainable future. We believe that Architecture has the power to make a difference in the world and are committed to creating design solutions that contribute to that philosophy in all our work. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Barn Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Mudroom Design - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Tiny House Construction - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Garage Design - Landscape Plans - Laundry Room Design - Home Gym Design & Construction - Rooftop Deck Installation - Custom Homes ### Areas Served - Missoula - Montana ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | MMW Architects | | Address | 125 W. Alder, Missoula, Montana 59802, United States | | Phone | (406) 543-5800 | | Website | http://mmwarchitects.com | | License Number | 1910 | | Followers on Houzz | 48 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/MMWARCHITECTS - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/macarthur-means-&-wells-architects/ - Blog — https://www.mmwarchitects.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [MMW Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/mmw-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292771857) - **Website:** http://mmwarchitects.com - **Phone:** (406) 543-5800 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Numerous AIA awards, LEED certification, Net Zero ## Selected projects - [Las Palmas Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/las-palmas-residence-pj-vj~7352099) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - [Madeline Ave Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/madeline-ave-residence-pj-vj~7177712) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - Description: What the owners of the Madeline Ave Residence loved about the home when they bought it was the charm of the original 1920’s structure. However, a dissonance addition from the 1970’s shifted original charm to aesthetic awkwardness and poor flow. While maintaining the feel of the front façade, the rest of the home was reconfigured and choreographed to offer beauty and meet functional needs. Like many homes in historic districts, the homes grow organically to meet needs. Multiple forms and roof lin… - [Hillside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillside-residence-pj-vj~6814400) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 11 - Description: This year-round home for a family of four is situated on a grassy hillside just five minutes from downtown Missoula. The home is composed of three distinct gable roofed volumes connected by a glass entry hall. Each volume holds a distinct function and is positioned to capture and frame incredible views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Though quite visible from the neighborhood below and the popular hiking trails on the hillsides above, the clients wanted the home to have an understated… - [Rattlesnake Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rattlesnake-residence-pj-vj~627460) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 14 - Description: Located in a forested neighborhood at the bottom of a deep mountain valley, this family home makes the most of its limited views and semi-natural setting. A small site combined with challenging topography and a natural drainage swale running through the center informed the compact nature of the design. Each of the three “wedges” contains a different function and viewshed. In combination, they echo the surrounding jumbled mountain peaks. By focusing views to specific natural scenes, the home give… - [Flathead Hygge Lakehouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flathead-hygge-lakehouse-pj-vj~6812769) - Location: Polson, MT - Photos: 12 - Description: On the shores of Flathead Lake rests a revived family lakehome. The goal was a modern, organic, and serene getaway that is “place” inspired and timeless. Beautifully designed… but not too precious. Per Wikipedia, the Danish concept of hygge is defined as, “a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” This was the essence of the design, whether sleeping two people or fourteen. The original home’s heavily 1978 look was shifted to a mode… - [University Area Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/university-area-residence-pj-vj~6812593) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 16 - Description: The University Area Residence is set in the historic University District of Missoula. This specific street has been referred to as “Millionaire’s Row” due to the gracious, historic homes on large, landscaped lots in a six-block run. Mature tree-lined streets are filled with pedestrians traveling to and from the university as well as families out for daily walks. This is a very social neighborhood, and it was essential that the new home fit in and be a good neighbor. The design solution walks the… - [Pattee Canyon Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pattee-canyon-residence-pj-vj~7177646) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - Description: Perched on a forested hillside above Missoula, the Pattee Canyon Residence provides a series of bright, light filled spaces for a young family of six. Set into the hillside, the home appears humble from the street while opening up to panoramic views towards the valley. The family frequently puts on large gatherings for friends of all ages; thus, multiple “eddy out” spaces were created throughout the home for more intimate chats. Exposed steel structural ribs and generous glazing in the great roo… - [Cliff Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cliff-ranch-pj-vj~6812728) - Location: Ovando, MT - Photos: 16 - Description: With the Blackfoot River running through this pastoral and cliffy land, the Cliff Ranch is a world unto itself. Four original cabins from across the site were brought together in the mid-1990’s to create a central lodge. MMW was brought in to bring new life to the connecting piece and reimagine the original cabin layouts. A new fire tower surrounded by a flat, green roof now connects the cabins. The fire tower gives a focal point for entry and is surrounded by gracious patios lined with low plan… - [Flathead Lake Glass Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flathead-lake-glass-cabin-pj-vj~6812660) - Location: Polson, MT - Photos: 11 - Description: The Flathead Lake Glass House is located on a sloping site on the west shore of Flathead Lake in northern Montana. The home was designed to appear humble from the drive-up approach and then open generously to the views of the lake and Mission Mountains beyond. The site featured an existing hip-roofed garage with prominent overhangs which was integrated into the design of the new home. As a unifying element, a glass enclosed bridge structure connects the garage to the main home and allows site dr… - [Creekside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/creekside-residence-pj-vj~3082893) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 16 - Description: Located on a wooded lot adjacent to Grant Creek in Missoula, this new home meets the lifestyle goals of a young, active family. The owners, who travel to Chamonix, France, yearly to ski, aspired for a clean modern farmhouse/Scandinavian design, yet also wanted the organic, imperfect old-world charm inherent in European architecture. The crisp material palette and simple architectural forms organized around an outdoor courtyard provide the right mood and setting for the family’s casual lifestyle.… - [Northside Townhomes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northside-townhomes-pj-vj~3087048) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 13 - Description: These modern townhomes are located on a unique infill site in Missoula’s mixed-use Northside Neighborhood. The project takes scale cues from the community brewery and other railroad era structures down the street. Every space was carefully considered in order to give the occupants a home that feels much bigger than its small square footage suggests. The floor-to-ceiling windows provide a connection to the outdoors and plenty of natural daylight. Roof decks increase the outdoor space and provide… - [Sawmill Gulch Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sawmill-gulch-residence-pj-vj~3082423) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 18 - Description: At the end of a high mountain road in an area referred to as Sawmill Gulch, this new home reaches in all directions to take in the vistas and maximize the buildable area. An art studio acts as anchor of the home, with the various legs of the home taking on a sawmill building typology (long and skinny). This design allows seamless connection to the surrounding forest and distant mountains, both from the interior spaces as well as from the many exterior decks, and amazing natural light in all area… - [Lindbergh Lake Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lindbergh-lake-cabin-pj-vj~3087629) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Situated on a cove near the southern end of Lindbergh Lake in the Swan Valley, this getaway was designed for three generations of family who come to Montana for quality time together. The goals for the cabin were to blend in from the road, fully embrace the lake and create gathering spaces for the family to congregate, while simultaneously sleeping 18 people. The shape of the site suggested a home that wraps around the water. Due to grade change, from the road the home appears to be one story. H… - [Keith Street Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/keith-street-remodel-pj-vj~3094344) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 15 - Description: At first glance, this 1939 Spanish Revival home appears as though it has always existed on its quiet tree lined street. Upon closer inspection, a crispness of modern detailing is perceived. In fact, a surgical intervention has taken place with contrasting objectives: to maintain the home’s historic façade and relationship within its long-established neighborhood, while rejuvenating its inner functions and spirit to fit the needs of modern family life. On the light-filled main level, the rooms fl… - [Cottage on Flathead Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cottage-on-flathead-lake-pj-vj~3195700) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: “They transformed my humble vision of a small cabin remodel into this dream of a sophisticated cottage,” says homeowner Emily Hall. MMW worked closely with Emily to make the most of her limited budget for this charming cottage on Flathead Lake. “At no time did I think this remodel project would turn into my dream home, but now it’s so perfect that I don’t see myself ever moving,” Emily says. The Hall Cottage is certainly modest in scale, but the thoughtful sequence of spaces provides plenty of r… - [Flathead Lake Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flathead-lake-residence-pj-vj~627425) - Location: Polson, MT - Photos: 6 - Description: Located on the south shore of Flathead Lake, this cabin sits on a narrow site that slopes steeply down to the water. The cabin is designed as a simple wedge emerging from the ground. The native grass covered roof matches the site’s underlying slope. Interior and exterior living spaces interweave with the grade and look to stunning views up the length of the lake. Floor to ceiling doors encircle three sides of the living room. A massive indoor/outdoor masonry fireplace anchors the building to the… - [Wilma 6-1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wilma-6-1-pj-vj~3094573) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 10 - Description: This unit is located in downtown Missoula’s prestigious and historic Wilma building. Built in 1921, the Wilma stands eight stories above Higgins Avenue and overlooks the Clark Fork River and valleys surrounding Missoula. At 741 square feet, the unit was completely gutted and redone in the Regency Style (known as “Hollywood Glam” from the 1920′s and 1930′s), tying to the building’s history and theater use. The space was reorganized to maximize views, create an open kitchen, living and dining zone… - [University Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/university-bungalow-pj-vj~627441) - Location: Missoula, MT - Photos: 5 - Description: Located in the heart of the historic University District of Missoula, this classic 1922 bungalow had a perfect first floor layout and a second floor full of opportunity. The project was thought of as a “reclamation” project as it claimed square footage found in inaccessible attics on the second floor of the home. Dormers, using the full width of the house, capture all the square footage of the home’s footprint, creating a contained family suite on the second floor. The only change to the first f… - [Mountain Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-home-pj-vj~628975) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Rural Rattlesnake Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rural-rattlesnake-home-pj-vj~6814379) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 [See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/mmw-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292771857) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/171452816/list/wish-list) — 1 idea - [Contemporary Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109308306/list/contemporary-design) — 12 ideas - [Sustainable Building](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109262907/list/sustainable-building) — 4 ideas [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/mmwarchitects) ## Community Q&A **Q: what urinal brand did you use for this home?** *(in Photo Questions)* what urinal brand did you use for this home? A: Hi Maria, this is the Kohler Steward. **Q: What color white paint was used in the home? Thank you.** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the warmth of the white. It is just what we are looking for. A: Hello there, thank you, we used Simply White by Benjamin Moore throughout the interiors. It has just the right amount of neutral warmth without being pink, yellow, or grey. **Q: Shower tile** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you happen to know the name/brand of the tile in the shower? A: Hello Alexa, yes, the shower walls are Parkside by Surface Art and the floors are Island Pebbles by United Tile. The herringbone application was intended to reference the surrounding pines. **Q: tongue and groove ceiling color** *(in Photo Questions)* is the color a certain type of wood, or is it a wash or stain. if color/stain can you tell me what it is. i love that in the picture it looks very neutral. A: Hi Clarissa, the color is a wash made by diluting the wall color paint with water. The wood is pine. **Q: What color windows are these?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The Windows are: Sierra Pacific Aluminum Clad Pine, White, Contemporary Profile. **Q: Where is this ceiling fan from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The ceiling fan is: Y-Lighting, Odyn Outdoor Ceiling Fan, Brushed Nickel --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*