Examples of MWA's design passion
With the artist community already buzzing throughout Ogden, the OCA center is the quintessential framework bringing the Nine Rails Creative District full circle. It will host a variety of exhibits, showcasing various types of creative mediums while putting Ogden on the map in the international contemporary art community. The main floor Arts Garage features flexible walls that allow artists to …
The fourth story of the historic Ogden Hardware building was vacant for some time and in need of renovation. John Peterson of Family Business Center hired Mountain West Architecture to redesign the fourth floor into a commercial office building. The purpose of the space is shared office rental. Family Business Center allows young businesses the ability to rent an individual …
Kier Property Management wanted to project their business model through the design of their building. Streamlined, efficient and dedicated, the new Kier Management building showcases how this company conducts their organization. Using clean materials in an informed way, MWA executed an uncomplicated yet impactful design, mimicking the mission of occupants. The site allows the structure to sit above Chambers Avenue, …
This new construction for Gardner Engineering, a high-functioning engineering office that has been serving Northern Utah since 1991, was designed in a contemporary style that reflects the engineers’ skill set. Metal reflective wall panels, fiber cementitious siding and unique metal columns all integrate and interconnect together to reinforce the typology. With continual growth, internal collaboration and foot traffic; additional space …
Whatever the scale, a good house celebrates the experience of a space inside and out. This guest home sets hidden among indigenous scrub oaks high on the east Uintah bench. The compact 1,700-square-foot dwelling has a shed roof that cantilevers over the stacked decks which expand living space to the outdoors. The linear concept acknowledges the site’s geology, perching the …
The new facility for FastSigns embodies one of the company’s founding principles; bringing messages to life that increase a business’ visibility. While most production facilities and box stores minimize building articulation, variation and a welcoming appearance to passersby, the contrary is evoked by the design. The contrasting and textured split face masonry units create alternating rhythm throughout the building which …
Taking advantage of this heavily traveled roadway on 12th street in Ogden, MWA’s mission was to increase recognition for this important Weber County entity. The Mosquito Abatement building is both an interior and exterior remodel, giving a new presence and home to the staff who monitor and protect our health. The exterior design anchors the building with heavy timers, asymmetrical …
Rush Fun Center is the latest interactive addition to Jordan Landing, one of the largest mixed-use developments in the Intermountain West. Located on the corner of Center View Way and Jordan Landing Boulevard, Rush is the marquis facility for the entertainment district in the Jordan Landing development. It offers over 73,000 square feet of all-ages entertainment, Rush offers a massive …
We’ve collaborated with a forward-thinking owner and pharmacist who is dedicated to bringing her neighborhood drug store to a place where people come for reasons other than just getting their medicines. Neighborhood pharmacies are not only a place for prescription renewal, they are a center for wellness. By designing a more comfortable environment, it helps visitors feel good about being …
Since 2014, FiiZ Drinks has been the largest and fastest growing soda business in the nation, priding itself on a fun, creative and friendly culture and brand. Having the opportunity to collaborate with FiiZ Drinks to embody these qualities was a sweet treat. The selection of playful complimentary colors as well as the simple geometric shapes of the building give …
