Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Architectural Design Services in Great Falls
Established in 1953, LPW Architecture has built a legacy of delivering innovative and technically rigorous design solutions across Montana and beyond. Our firm specializes in healthcare and education architecture, combining creative vision with practical execution to meet the unique needs of each client. With a team of licensed architects and interior designers, we prioritize holistic approaches that integrate sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic excellence. Our decades of experience working with schools, healthcare providers, and commercial clients have solidified our reputation for reliability and client-focused service. We maintain open communication throughout every project phase, ensuring alignment with client goals and community expectations.From initial concept to construction completion, our process emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and attention to detail. Recognized for our expertise in complex public and private projects, we remain committed to advancing architectural excellence while adapting to evolving industry standards. Our leadership team brings specialized credentials, including LEED accreditation and membership in the American Institute of Architects, further strengthening our capabilities. With offices in Great Falls, Montana, we serve clients across diverse sectors, consistently delivering spaces that inspire and endure. This enduring commitment to quality and service has made us a trusted partner for organizations seeking transformative architectural solutions.
Services
Architecture Design
Healthcare Facilities
Education Institutions
Commercial Projects
Interior Design
Construction Administration
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of architectural expertise in Montana since 1953
- Our team includes AIA-certified architects and LEED-accredited professionals
- We specialize in healthcare and education facility design
- We maintain transparent communication throughout project lifecycles
- Our holistic approach integrates sustainability with functional design
What people say
Professionals in all aspects
Most experienced and talented firm
Highest professionalism
Dream to work with
Functional and beautiful designs
Services
Architecture Design
LPW Architecture provides comprehensive design services for commercial and institutional buildings. Our approach combines creative vision with technical expertise to create functional, sustainable spaces. We work closely with clients to develop solutions that meet specific operational needs while maintaining aesthetic excellence and regulatory compliance.
Healthcare Facilities
Specializing in healthcare architecture, we design hospitals, clinics, and specialty facilities that prioritize patient care and operational efficiency. Our team understands the complex requirements of medical environments, creating spaces that support healing while meeting strict safety and accessibility standards through collaborative design processes.
Education Institutions
We create innovative learning environments for K-12 schools, universities, and educational facilities. Our designs focus on flexibility, safety, and community integration while addressing modern educational needs. We maintain deep expertise in public school projects, balancing budget constraints with long-term functionality and student engagement.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing environments that enhance user experience. We specialize in commercial and institutional interiors, with particular expertise in healthcare and educational settings. Our approach emphasizes material selection, spatial efficiency, and integration with architectural elements to create cohesive environments.
Construction Administration
We provide comprehensive construction administration services to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the building process. Our team offers site visits, documentation review, and contractor coordination to guarantee quality control while maintaining project timelines and budgets through transparent communication with all stakeholders.
People
Max Grebe
President | Principal Architect
Licensed architect with extensive experience in Montana projects, leading design teams for complex institutional buildings while maintaining AIA certification and community engagement commitments.
Tim Peterson
Principal Architect
LEED-certified architect specializing in sustainable design solutions, with significant contributions to healthcare facility projects across Montana's public and private sectors.
Dani Grebe
Principal Architect
Experienced architect focusing on educational facility design, maintaining AIA certification while leading teams through complex public school construction projects in Montana communities.
Caralina Carlson
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with expertise in commercial building design, contributing to diverse projects ranging from healthcare facilities to civic spaces across Montana's major cities.
Rebecca Maxie
Architect II
Emerging architectural leader with LEED accreditation, supporting complex projects through detailed design development and construction documentation processes for institutional clients.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architecture including design, construction documentation, and administration for healthcare, education, and commercial projects across Montana.
How long have you specialized in healthcare design?
Our firm has delivered healthcare facility solutions for over 30 years, with recent projects including specialty clinics and hospital expansions.
What makes your education facility designs unique?
We combine community input with educational trends to create flexible, future-ready learning environments that support modern teaching methods and student needs.
Do you work outside Montana?
While based in Great Falls, we've completed projects across Montana and selectively in neighboring states with established client relationships.
How do you handle project timelines?
We implement phased scheduling with regular progress reviews to maintain timelines while ensuring quality, with proven success in meeting deadlines for public projects.
Reviews (1)
Rodney Blake
Mar 14, 2020
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I've worked on many projects teamed with LPW architecture over the last 20 years. They are a great architectural firm, work hard to meet client needs, provide quality work and they are a wonderful group of classy people.