MWA Architects is ecstatic to welcome Elizabeth Peterson to the firm. Bringing more than […]
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MWA is fortunate to celebrate an abundance of one-year anniversaries in 2025, and we’re
One Fabulous Year With Spencer, Max, Urmica, Chris, and Cheryl! Continue Reading
This summer, we had the pleasure of welcoming Raina to MWA as our summer
Meet Raina, Our 2025 Summer Intern! Continue Reading
We are excited to announce the leaders who have been elevated this year. MWA’s
Elevating Leaders, Fostering Growth Continue Reading
MWA is celebrating the one-year anniversaries of Manager of Finance & Operations Dan Johnson,
We are so happy to celebrate Steven Ohlhaber’s one-year anniversary with MWA. Project Manager
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With deep gratitude, MWA wishes Jeff McGraw, MWA’s first employee and former President, a
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MWA is celebrating its five-year anniversary with Designer Ying Hong! A valued member of
Five Years with Ying Hong Continue Reading
Team MWA attended the Housing Oregon Conference and heard from groups that build, finance,
Housing Oregon Conference 2024 Continue Reading
Team MWA is lucky to celebrate five years with Architect and Project Manager Erik
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To celebrate Pride this year, MWA compiled a list of opportunities to support queer-owned
2024 Pride Celebrations Continue Reading
Architect Michael Payne is celebrating one year with MWA’s Portland Infrastructure studio. As Project
Happy First MW-Anniversary to Michael Payne Continue Reading
MWA has had the privilege of working with Designer Muhammed El-Sayed and Architectural Intern
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Continuing our celebration of 35 years in business, we sat down with Jeff McGraw
The Expansion of MWA Continue Reading
Celebrating the accomplishments and success of our team, we are thrilled to announce this
The Next Generation of Leaders Rise at MWA Continue Reading
David Williams Retires after 20 Years with MWA David Williams, Architect and Studio Manager
A Lifetime Love for Art and Architecture Continue Reading
In 1988, Michael Willis founded Michael Willis and Associates, Architects. MWA’s mission and values
Acknowledging Black History and Celebrating Black Futures Continue Reading
MWA is celebrating 35 years since Michael Willis opened Michael Willis and Associates, Architects.
The Beginning of MWA Continue Reading
Celia originally joined MWA as the Energy Trust of Oregon Net Zero Emerging Leaders
One Year with Celia Crawford Zapanta Continue Reading
This fall, we’re celebrating 25 years with Winnie Louie, MWA’s Accounting Manager. Winnie is
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS WITH WINNIE LOUIE Continue Reading
This Pride Month, MWA has been reflecting on the history of Civil Rights in
Places of Pride – LGBTQIA+ Historical Landmarks Continue Reading
After 27 Years, MWA Principal Carlton Smith Retires “Just another day in paradise,” Principal
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With one of MWA’s core values being responsibility, we always seek to do the
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Tom has worked in architecture since 1979, but this year, we celebrate five years
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For five lucky years, MWA has had Designer Sarah Lundy on our team, and
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MWA’s fearless Marketing Manager, Kate Kearney, joined us one year ago and immediately jumped
Kate Kearney’s First Year with MWA Continue Reading
Allison Plass’ Ten-year Journey with MWA With a lifetime of love for all things
Careers, Promotions, and Finding Your Fit Continue Reading
MWA has had the pleasure of working with Trevor Gotfredson for five years. A
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MWA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee hosted our first firm-wide DEI forum last month.
Women in Architecture Continue Reading
Ever wonder why, when people are overwhelmed, a typical response is to go outside,
How Access to Outdoor Space Affects Mental Health Continue Reading
As we reflect on Black History Month, we are hopeful that everyone will continue
Reflecting on Black History Month Continue Reading
As neighborhoods rapidly evolve with changing populations and new developments, it is important to
Integrating Art & Architecture Continue Reading
We’ve celebrated so many talented people throughout the course of 2021, and these individuals
A Year of New Talent Pt. 7 Continue Reading
MWA’s two newest Principals, Greg Robley and Jean von Bargen Root, reflect on their
Becoming a Principal: Greg and Jean’s Journey to MWA Leadership Continue Reading
Celebrating the one-year anniversaries of Erina Yamada, Amber Snowden, and Katerina Esparza As 2021
A Year of New Talent Pt. 6 Continue Reading
We’re celebrating Alex Harm’s 5-year Anniversary as a member of MWA’s San Francisco Infrastructure
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Celebrating ten years with MWA’s Portland Infrastructure studio is Architect Nathan Streib. As Project
Ten Terrific Years with Nathan Streib Continue Reading
Celebrating the one-year anniversaries of Ameilia Ashley, Shradhan Shrivastav, and Sophia Alberts-Willis. We are
A Year of New Talent Pt. 5 Continue Reading
Designers typically tailor a workspace for current employees: focused on comfort, a collaborative atmosphere,
MWA’s 10 Tips for Thoughtful Lab Design Continue Reading
This summer, we’re celebrating the milestone anniversary that marks a decade of design with
A Decade of Design with Diana Continue Reading
Celebrating the one-year anniversaries of Valerie Reynolds, Jose Silva, and Anna Hermann. As MWA
A Year of New Talent pt. 4 Continue Reading
Congratulations, Ryan Roepke, on your 10-year anniversary with MWA’s Portland Infrastructure Studio. Working on
Ryan Roepke After 10 Years with MWA Continue Reading
After 45 years of leading proposals for architecture, our star Proposal Coordinator, Monica Clarke,
Monica Clarke’s 45 Year Journey in Marketing for Architecture Continue Reading
Celebrating fifteen years with MWA’s San Francisco housing studio is Architect Alfred Twu. Alfred
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Like many companies in 2020, MWA Architects closed our office doors due to the
Offsetting Our Carbon Footprint – One Step at a Time Continue Reading
Director of Sustainability Jean von Bargen Root presented at the 2020 Women in Construction
Three Attainable Goals Every Architecture Project Needs Continue Reading
Celebrating the one-year anniversaries of Samia Rashed and Dana Elliot As we continue getting
A Year of New Talent pt.3 Continue Reading
CEDC, a term coined by Walsh Construction Company, is a disciplined approach to affordable
Cost-Efficient Design and Construction Continue Reading
Celebrating the One-year anniversary of Fei Li and Gabriela Alija The Infrastructure Studio at
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Project Manager and Associate Leslee Randolph is celebrating five years in MWA’s Portland Infrastructure Studio. With
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Celebrating 10 years with MWA is Project Accountant Shura McGraw. Working with both our Portland and San Francisco
Ten Years And Counting With Shura McGraw Continue Reading
Want to create a safe and welcoming environment for all your employees? Have you
Five Steps to Boost Employee Satisfaction Within Your Firm Continue Reading
In our Portland infrastructure studio, Architect Elliott Ruzicka is celebrating five years with MWA this month.
Putting the “Tech” in Architecture – Five Years with Elliott Ruzicka Continue Reading
Celebrating the One Year Anniversary of Bridget Basham, Ying Hong, and Sangyoon Byun It’s
A Year of New Talent Continue Reading
An architect and Associate in our Portland infrastructure studio, Chad Sanderson, AIA, celebrated ten years with MWA
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Carlton’s Twenty-fifth MWAnniversary A graduate of Tuskegee University, Carlton Smith, FAIA, NOMAC, joined MWA Architects
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Celebrating five years at MWA, Lee Abuabara is an integral part of the San Francisco Affordable Housing Studio. Lee wears many hats at
Lee Abuabara After Five Years with MWA Continue Reading
Organized by: MWA Architects & University of Oregon School of Architecture & Environment Spatial
Good Neighbors – A Design Week Portland Event Recap Continue Reading
A project architect in our Portland housing studio, Ian Flood has been with MWA
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The news of late is heartbreaking, drawing attention to the ugliness of systemic racism
We Vow to be Better Continue Reading
2019 started with a bang for MWA! Having just finished our 30th year in
New Leaders Join the Ranks as MWA Looks to our Next 30 Years Continue Reading
When the owners of a narrow lot in a single dwelling urban neighborhood in
Narrow, Not Confined Continue Reading
It is a great day at any business when strong office leaders are recognized
MWA is over the moon excited about new leadership! Continue Reading
How do we celebrate our infrastructure as a valuable public resource that we can
Like a Rock in the River – Hannah Mason Pump Station Continue Reading
We are always excited to be able to explore ideas for affordable housing in
Dwelling on the past – from industrial history to urban revival Continue Reading
