Business Details
Trusted Steamboat Springs Architects for Residential & Commercial Projects
Mountain Architecture-Design Group (MADG) is a full-service architectural firm with over three decades of experience in residential, commercial, and historic preservation projects. Our practice focuses on creating meaningful spaces that reflect clients' visions while maintaining harmony with the environment. Through a collaborative design process, we prioritize listening to clients' needs and translating inspiration into creative, functional solutions.Our team combines technical expertise with a deep appreciation for local culture and regional architecture, delivering projects that align with budgetary and scheduling requirements. With a portfolio spanning diverse project types, we emphasize sustainability, community engagement, and innovative design principles.
Services
Residential Design
Commercial Architecture
Historic Preservation
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Site Planning
Construction Services
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in residential and commercial architecture
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals specializing in sustainable design
- We maintain deep community ties and regional architectural expertise
- Our collaborative process prioritizes client vision and environmental context
- We specialize in historic preservation with proven success in cultural projects
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
What people say
Listened to our needs
Perfect plan on time
Timeless family home
Exceptional team collaboration
Creative solution-oriented approach
Services
Residential Design
We create custom residential designs ranging from mountain modern to traditional styles. Our process begins with understanding client vision and site-specific environmental factors. Services include new construction, renovations, and multi-generational home solutions that balance aesthetics with functionality.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial design services cover tenant finishes, retail spaces, educational facilities, and industrial buildings. We focus on creating functional public spaces that balance cost-effectiveness with sustainable design principles while maintaining a strong sense of place.
Historic Preservation
Specializing in historic building conservation, we offer preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration services. Our expertise maintains structural integrity while adapting historic buildings for modern use, as demonstrated in projects like the Arnold Barn preservation.
Sustainable Design
Integrating energy efficiency and environmental considerations across all project types, we implement LEED-certified practices and sustainable materials. Our approach creates buildings that minimize environmental impact while maximizing long-term value for clients.
Interior Design
We offer comprehensive interior design services including space planning, 3D modeling, and material selection. Our team creates functional, aesthetically pleasing interiors that align with overall architectural vision and client lifestyle needs.
People
Chancie Keenan
Principal Architect, President
Registered architect with 20+ years of experience specializing in residential and public buildings. Holds Colorado license #ARC.00404781. Graduated from Montana State University with degrees in design and drafting. Leads client-focused design solutions.
Lacy R. Morrill
Interior Designer
NCIDQ-certified interior designer with LEED AP credentials. Graduated from Colorado State University in 2006. Specializes in sustainable design and 3D visualization. Brings environmental passion to architectural and interior projects.
Andy VanBlarcum
Design Associate
Architectural designer with Bachelor of Architecture from Kansas State University. 25+ years of experience across residential and commercial projects. Focuses on holistic design approach and attention to detail in all project phases.
Tari Gassaway
Office Manager
Yampa Valley native with 30+ years of office management experience. Oversees financial operations and team organization. Provides essential administrative support for project execution and client communication.
Ed L. Becker
Founding Principal
Retired founding principal architect who established MADG's design philosophy. Instrumental in developing the firm's approach to community-focused architecture and historic preservation projects in Steamboat Springs.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide residential, commercial, and historic preservation services including design, site planning, construction documentation, and project management.
How does your design process work?
Our collaborative process starts with listening to client needs, followed by programming, schematic design, development, and construction phase services.
Do you have experience with historic buildings?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation with projects like the Arnold Barn relocation and Steamboat Mountain School renovations.
Are you LEED-certified?
Our team includes LEED AP professionals who integrate sustainable practices in residential and commercial projects.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Steamboat Springs and Yampa Valley, with experience across Colorado's mountain regions.
