Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architects in St. George, UT
Founded in 1996 by Greg Mathis, MRW Design Associates has established itself as a trusted provider of architectural and engineering services across Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and Arizona. Our team prioritizes client collaboration, ensuring construction documents result in functional, aesthetic, and environmentally responsible projects. With a focus on timely and cost-effective solutions, we offer single-source design and engineering services under any delivery method. Our in-house structural engineering resources enhance project consistency and efficiency. We maintain a collaborative team approach, integrating owners, architects, contractors, and consultants to deliver projects on time and within budget.Jeff Mathis, a licensed architect in multiple states, leads our firm with over two decades of experience. Our drafting team utilizes advanced software to produce detailed, accurate construction documents. We specialize in commercial, industrial, residential, and public buildings, tailoring solutions to meet each client's unique needs. Our commitment to quality and community impact remains central to our practice, honoring Greg Mathis's legacy of excellence and client dedication.
Services
Conceptual Site Planning
Schematic Design
Construction Documents
Structural Engineering
Construction Administration
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer single-source architectural and engineering services for project consistency.
- Our team has extensive experience with design-build delivery methods.
- We maintain a collaborative team approach across all project types.
- In-house structural engineering resources ensure immediate design coordination.
- Our principals hold active licenses in multiple western U.S. states.
Associations and certifications
- NCARB
Services
Conceptual Site Planning
Our conceptual site planning service evaluates development options and local regulations to create feasible master plans. We analyze zoning requirements and environmental factors to ensure projects have high approval probabilities. This foundational phase guides subsequent design decisions for commercial, industrial, and residential developments.
Schematic Design
Schematic design translates client requirements into architectural concepts through floor plans, elevations, and 3D models. We integrate budget considerations while developing visual language and spatial relationships. These designs often support entitlement processes requiring governmental approvals for zoning or land use changes.
Construction Documents
We produce comprehensive construction documents covering architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and civil disciplines. Our in-house engineering team and trusted sub-consultants collaborate to create code-compliant, detailed plans that guide successful project execution through permitting and construction phases.
Structural Engineering
Our in-house structural engineering team provides continuous design support throughout projects. Licensed professionals deliver precise calculations and detailing for diverse building types, ensuring structural integrity coordinates seamlessly with architectural elements from initial design through construction completion.
Construction Administration
We offer construction administration services across delivery methods including design-build and construction management. Our team monitors progress, reviews submittals, and ensures adherence to plans, maintaining quality control and compliance with industry standards throughout the building process.
People
Jeff Mathis
Principal Architect
Jeff Mathis, NCARB-certified architect, has led MRW's design efforts since 1999. With a Master of Architecture from UNLV, he oversees projects from concept to completion across four western states, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
John Craven
Structural Engineer
Licensed Structural Engineer John Craven provides comprehensive engineering solutions for MRW projects. With expertise in civil and structural engineering, he coordinates technical systems with architectural designs to ensure structural integrity and code compliance.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architecture including conceptual planning, schematic design, construction documents, and construction administration for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
Which states do you serve?
MRW Design Associates operates throughout Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and Arizona, with principals holding active licenses in all these western U.S. states.
What design methodologies do you use?
We work with both design-build and traditional design-bid-build methods, adapting our approach to client needs while maintaining collaborative project coordination.
Do you have in-house engineering capabilities?
Yes, our firm includes in-house structural engineering resources that support all project phases, ensuring seamless integration with architectural designs.
How long have you been in business?
MRW Design Associates has provided architectural services since our founding in 1996 by Greg Mathis, with Jeff Mathis leading since 1999.