Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Architectural Partner in Grand Rapids, MI
Mathison Mathison Architects (MMA) creates meaningful spaces that matter to people through rigorous planning and execution. Founded in 2013 by father and son duo Tom and Evan Mathison, our practice combines decades of collective experience with a collaborative approach to problem-solving. We specialize in architecture, interior design, and renovation projects that prioritize sustainability, practicality, and high-performance solutions while maintaining an uncommon attention to detail.Our team nurtures talent and leverages expertise to align design processes with client visions, ensuring projects enhance lives and communities. Recognized with multiple awards, including AIA honors and Forbes listings, we serve residential, commercial, and nonprofit sectors across Michigan and beyond. Our commitment to community betterment drives every project, from concept to execution, ensuring designs are cohesive, functional, and future-focused.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Renovation
Planning
Residential
Commercial
Adaptive Reuse
Workplace Design
Hospitality
Nonprofit Projects
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We align design with client vision through collaborative, iterative processes.
- Our team holds decades of combined experience in sustainable architecture.
- Recognized with AIA awards and Forbes top-architect listings.
- We prioritize community betterment and high-performance solutions.
- Uncommon attention to detail ensures cohesive, future-focused designs.
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Dynamic team
Listened to our needs
Sustainable solutions
Community focus
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services focus on creating spaces that elevate lives through iterative, relational design. We prioritize client goals, sustainability, and contextual integration, delivering solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, and long-term value. Projects span residential, commercial, and nonprofit sectors.
Interior Design
We craft cohesive interior environments tailored to client needs, blending aesthetics and practicality. Our process includes space planning, material selection, and custom furniture design to create spaces that reflect values while enhancing daily experiences.
Renovation
Our renovation expertise unlocks the potential of existing structures through thoughtful redesign. We address functional barriers while preserving meaningful elements, ensuring seamless integration of old and new for residential and commercial clients.
Residential Projects
We specialize in residential architecture that aligns with client lifestyles and site contexts. From concept to execution, our process emphasizes comfort, sustainability, and personalized design to create homes that evolve with families.
Commercial Design
Our commercial design services create environments that reflect organizational culture and enhance productivity. We focus on spatial efficiency, brand integration, and sustainable materials to deliver functional, inspiring workplaces.
People
Evan Mathison
Co-Founder
Co-founded MMA in 2013 with his father Tom. Recognized in Grand Rapids Business Journal's 40 Under 40, Evan leads projects that blend innovation with client-centric design, emphasizing community impact.
Tom Mathison
Co-Founder
Co-founded MMA in 2013, bringing decades of architectural experience. Tom's leadership focuses on sustainable solutions and fostering a collaborative team culture that prioritizes client vision.
Megan Feenstra-Wall
Architect
AIA award-winning architect with expertise in residential and commercial design. Megan's work emphasizes contextual integration and sustainable practices, earning her recognition as a West Michigan 50 Most Influential Woman.
Questions
What services does Mathison | Mathison Architects offer?
We provide architecture, interior design, renovation, and planning services for residential, commercial, and nonprofit clients.
Do you work outside Michigan?
While based in Michigan, we collaborate on projects across the U.S., including New York, Massachusetts, and Michigan.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We use collaborative workshops, feedback sessions, and iterative design to ensure client vision guides every decision.
Are you focused on sustainable design?
Yes, we prioritize sustainable, high-performance solutions that reduce environmental impact while meeting functional needs.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects of all sizes, from small renovations to large-scale commercial developments.
Reviews (5)
Nancy Hickey
Jan 06, 2021
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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.
Jason Liszewski
Jun 21, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Contacted the firm 2 weeks regarding their services for a residential development project, and the response I got was " I don't think anyone has time to talk". After further discussion, I was the advised someone will contact you. Two weeeks later *crickets*
Contacted the firm 2 weeks regarding their services for a residential development project, and the response I got was " I don't think anyone has time to talk". After further discussion, I was the advised someone will contact you. Two weeeks later *crickets*
Sara Armbruster
Jan 01, 2020
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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
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A team of true professionals. They listen, they collaborate, and they bring vision to reality. More than just architects - they are invested in the outcome. So grateful for their guidance on our project!
Comprehensive Engineering
Aug 09, 2019
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Mathison Mathison Architects is an outstanding architectural firm. Excellent communicators, very talented designers, hard working, and most importantly - men and women of high integrity. We always take pride in being a part of their design team.
