MMA is a full-service architectural firm based in the design-rich environment of West Michigan. The work of MMA is grounded in modernism and the belief that each project has a unique potential to embrace its site, enrich its environment and provide for meaningful experience.Specializing in educational, high-end residential, commercial and civic design, the two founding Principals, Tom Mathison, FAIA, and Evan Mathison, building on combined career and project experiences, represent the core of a team that blends knowledge, insight, and design sensibility to create engaging solutions of value.
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Sustainable Design
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Programming
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MMA architectural programming services are designed to identify and quantify the functional needs, relationships, values, goals, and critical room data in the early stages of each project. A well-developed and articulated program leads to high-quality design as it establishes key project requirements and provides for a smooth transition and touchstone to full development of the project.
Master Planning
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Architecture
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MMA's modern architectural designs seek a balance of optimal function, sustainability, and beauty. They result from a collaborative process of exploration, discovery, and invention - informed by our experience across a range of building typologies and scales - to respond to the aspirations and needs of our clients.
Reviews (14) Dana Evans
Jan 21, 2022
Nancy Hickey
Jan 06, 2021
When we decided to build a new, contemporary home, we were quickly attracted to Mathison l Mathison. We had watched and visited projects of theirs and were impressed by their attention to detail, mid-century modern sensibility and use of sustainable materials and energy efficient systems and processes. Mathison l Mathison's talented team consistently incorporated what mattered most to us by using their experience, skills and creativity to create the beautiful new home we are now enjoying.
Kathy Bradford
Oct 20, 2020
Jason Liszewski
Jun 21, 2020
Sara Armbruster
Jan 01, 2020
Thank you to Evan and team for your work in making our home a place that our family truly loves and that is perfect for how we live. You listened to us, had patience with us, listened to us again and helped us achieve the house of our dreams. Thank you for your amazing talent, patience, perseverance, creativity and ability to manage challenges and changes all along the way. We couldn't be happier with the partnership with you and with the end result - our dream home!
Meredith Bronk
Sep 25, 2019
Comprehensive Engineering
Aug 09, 2019
Responsible Reviewer
May 18, 2019
Too bad there isnt a zero stars button. I can saw with extreme certainty Mathison can design some nice spaces, the major flaw. cost control. As with most Architecture firms, the highest level of cost control is very necessary to ensure that when an owner requests changes to the drawings, they need to temper that with cost. Mathison appears to just avoid that step and push the blame onto others when their designs go waaaay over budget (like 40% in one case). i would recommend someone else who can have those hard conversations to make sure cost is kept in line.
Todd Mulderink
Jun 27, 2017
My wife and I purchased a 1955 ranch with the intent to begin a major renovation and add-on to the original house. Mathison worked to develop a concept, floor plan, and structure around our goals and preferences embracing the project all along the way. When we came to terms with the fact that the existing structure should be removed, Mathison modified and improved the design. Always available and extremely responsive Mathison listened to us at every step. In the end, we couldn't be happier. The house fits us perfectly and the design is stunning.
Matthew Fowler
May 21, 2017
The Mathison team was more than my wife and I could have hoped for. They helped us with design ideas, but they also listened to our ideas and helped made them work, and they had creative storage ideas for our open communal space. They even helped with ideas about sustainability and energy efficiency as we were trying to be the first house to achieve a "Living Build Challenge" home in Grand Rapids, MI. Their team came out and took accurate measurements of our old falling apart house from 1896, and they quickly came back with the drawings. The house turned out beautifully!
Todd Golub
Feb 13, 2017
Robin Bauer
Feb 04, 2017
I found Evan and Tom Mathison while reading an article in Houzz Magazine several years ago.called Evan to discuss modular home design and construction.and found that Evan loves this type of home design and building. I have followed their Grand Rapids firm since Evan and Tom created Mathison + Mathison.and will consult with them when the opportunity presents itself. I do enjoy seeing their work in residential and commercial projects.
Todd Chassee
Dec 20, 2016
Dave Bulkowski
Jul 18, 2016
I has always been a pleasure working with the crew at Mathison Mathison. As an organization focused on accessibility for persons with disabilities, we know that they have a commitment to excellence that far exceeds meeting the bare minimums of the ADA and the Michigan Construction Code. They understand the critical aspects of dialogue and exploration about new concepts and I have witnessed them practice these in every interaction. The results have been beautiful buildings that are welcoming and accessible for all. I couldn't recommend their team more highly.
