ABOUT
Founded in 2019, Greg Matthews Studio, Inc. is a boutique architecture firm specializing in highly custom residential design. Focusing on quality, not quantity, our objective is to listen to our clients and provide a level of service, from conception to completion, which is collaborative, creative, organized, and stress free.
We design homes for our clients, not ourselves. With this philosophy, as your architect, we focus on crafting homes that integrate seamlessly into a specific site, appropriate to a specific region, and ultimately a reflection of our client’s unique ideals and objectives.
OUR TEAM
Meet the team you will be working with.
GREG MATTHEWS
PRINCIPAL / FOUNDER
As the founding principal, the Studio is a direct reflection of the principals and ideals Greg has developed throughout his life and professional career. Born and raised in Seattle, he moved to Spokane, WA in search of four seasons and an opportunity to play college athletics. After brief collegiate careers in both Baseball and Golf came to an end in 1999 -The childhood dream of playing a game as a job was lost. Like many sons, he turned towards the road his Father & Grandfather had paved before him. Growing up, he was surrounded by a wealth of meticulous technicians and artistic craftsmen, which upon reflection, have subconsciously moved from one generation to the next. Grandfather; a Boeing Engineer and Master Woodworker and Father; Technician, Mechanic, and Car Restoration Extraordinaire-Naturally, there was a niche for Greg in which the world of art & technology would collide.
In 2001, Greg graduated from the Institute of Technical Training with a Computer Sciences Degree and Drafting Certification. Immediately thereafter, moved to Bozeman to begin his career as a Draftsman in a young 10-person architecture firm. After three short months he was promoted to a Project Manager, and in 2007, with no formal architectural education, was made a Partner of the firm which had then grown to 30 people. In addition to the obligations related to family and work, Greg went back to school to pursue the necessary accreditations for licensure. In the summer of 2012, he graduated from Montana State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Environmental Design and Master of Architecture, and was a licensed architect by the end of the year.
While the path has been anything but conventional, the culmination of his personal and professional experience came to a head in 2019. At 40 years of age, and 18 years with a nationally recognized firm, he woke up one morning and decided it was time to start a new venture. Compelled to be more unique, more personal, more professional, and more respectful, this is the fuel that feeds the fire of creativity, exploration, and innovation for the next chapter of the story.
MADDIE BECKER
OFFICE MANAGER
Maddie takes on more than any individual in the office. Bookkeeping, accounts, human resources, office logistics, etc., if it doesn’t involve architecture, she’s on it.
In 2020, Maddie graduated Gallatin College with an Applied Science Degree in Bookkeeping and currently attends Eastern Oregon University online while pursuing her degree in Accounting.
As a native Montanan, Maddie was fortunate to grow up in Bozeman and be able to experience this wonderful wilderness during her years prior to beginning her profession. Maddie grew up on the ski slopes, and till this day can go toe to toe with anyone! Her real passion, aside from buying lots of Lululemon stuff, is doing just about anything outside with her husband. Hunting, fishing, hiking, or just a drive down a dirt road is where she wants to be.
BEN KENNEDY
PROJECT ARCHITECT
Ben is a huge asset when it comes to the delivery of fantastic, high quality architectural design.
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In 2006, Ben graduated with his Master of Architecture from Montana State University, and completed his licensure in 2014. His impressive track record of design expertise includes 12 years at PDG doing custom home and ranch modeling, 4 years at SMA leading commercial projects and mixed-use building projects. On the summer solstice of 2021, stars aligned and he decided to join our team at GMS.
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Born in Brunswick Georgia, Ben has spent a majority of his life in Montana. While not quite a native, he considers himself a local having lived here most of his life. Ben arrived in Bozeman in 2001 to pursue a degree in Architecture at Montana State University, later graduated from MSU and planted his roots in Bozeman. In 2017 he moved to Helena, MT and has called the Queen city home ever since.
As a father, Ben enjoys chasing his kids around and spending quality time with family. Among the bustle he continues to spend his time outdoors as locals do, his favorite of activities being mountain biking. His appreciation for music often leads to a jam session on his mandolin or guitar to keep the creativity flowing. His hidden talents of gardening and playing the harmonica keep Ben a wild card when it comes to his capabilities. The first time he ever rappelled was from the top of Granite Peak – and nearly died doing it. His commitment to challenge himself and ability to execute are not only personal attributes, but are witnessed in his contributions to our process day in and day out.
BRENT HOLZER
PROJECT ARCHITECT
Brent plays a critical role in the success of Greg Matthews Studio. Managing projects from conception to completion, Brent ensures the project stays on the rails at all times and when design opportunities present themselves, he employs thoughtful and creative solutions to our collaborative design process.
Brent moved to Bozeman in 2006 to attend Montana State University. In 2012, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Environmental Design and a Master of Architecture. Brent didn’t exactly realize that every day of school was an informal job interview, but Brent and Greg’s paths crossed numerous times during their stint at MSU. Immediately after graduation Brent was recruited by Greg, and as a team have cranked out some exceptional projects.
Growing up in Spearfish, South Dakota, he was the youngest of four boys. As you can imagine, the “arts and crafts” time spent among four boys in rural South Dakota was quite interesting! Brent is a jack of all trades with an exceptional skill of fine mill work. When he’s not building something in his shop, you’ll find him setting land speed records on his snowboard or on the golf course honing his long drive skills...first guy I’ve known to get a hole-in-one on a par 4!
DEWEY OLSON
PROJECT ARCHITECT
Dewey manages the day to day of projects. Coordinating with Greg, the clients, and all consultants to make sure everyone is on the same page and that everything stays on track. All while contributing to the overall design conversation that the team puts together for each and every project.
Bozeman became his home in 2011 where he set out to attend Montana State University and study architecture. Continuing to work in the field, Dewey attended Montana State University and graduated in 2017 with a Master’s degree in Architecture. After returning from a semester abroad in New Zealand and Australia he completed a Bachelor’s degree and began an architectural career. 8 years prior to Joining GMS, Dewey contributed to design, management, and execution of an array of projects, ranging from high-end residentials homes, multigenerational ranches, and commercial office buildings.
As a Montana native and one of five kids, he grew up with values shaped by the environment and our place within it. His admiration for Montana grows fonder with time, where he is ever inspired by the place he gets to call home. At an early age, Dewey found his passion for architecture, where he began to design and build homes for his Hot Wheels cars made from leftover cereal boxes. Among many outdoor pastimes of the area such as hiking, biking, camping, and skiing, Dewey loves any activity that brings the family and friends together, including rafting down the Yellowstone with his partner and their Vizsla named Rex.
JUSTIN TODD
ARCHITECT
Justin is passionate about seeing visions through and pushing the envelope of the built environment. He specifically enjoys turning 2D drawings or ideas into 3D models to develop and conceptualize designs to their full potential.
He graduated from North Dakota State University in 2021 with a master’s degree in architecture and became a licensed architect shortly after in 2023. Justin has always been captivated by residential architecture and the intimacy these projects offer.
Originally from Savage, Minnesota, his love of skiing and mountains brought him to Bozeman. Justin particularly enjoys the fall here, especially when the temperature drops and the colors change. One of his favorite pastimes is hiking and rock climbing. The adventures don't stop in Montana, as he seeks to travel the world and explore the cuisine it has to offer.
When Justin can't be outdoors enjoying nature, he can be found engaged in a good movie or working on projects around the house. This skill also lends itself to his knack for turning concepts into functional designs.
MATTHEW SMITH
ARCHITECT IN TRAINING
Matthew enjoys bringing design concepts to life through renderings and graphic presentations, as well as collaborating to figure out intricate details. He has had the pleasure of having some involvement in nearly every ongoing project at GMS!
Born and raised in beautiful Central Montana, he moved to Bozeman in 2016 to begin his pursuit of a career in design. His love of hand graphics, especially sketching and watercolor, was greatly encouraged by his parents and led him to combining his interests with a career path.
Matthew completed his Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Design in 2020 and graduated in 2021 from Montana State with his Master’s in Architecture.
​When not at work, Matthew enjoys riding his homebuilt motorcycle, crushing the competition on trivia nights, and traveling around the world with his camera trying to capture his next great shot. Although he doesn't get the opportunity often, the itch to sail keeps him in hopes of someday getting a boat of his own.
LANDON TAGE
ARCHITECT IN TRAINING
Born in Bozeman Montana, Landon was exposed to the profession of architecture through his parents. He found a love for art at an early age, being lucky enough to attend an art focused elementary school in Bozeman. During high school he developed a passion for engineering and having the confidence to work with his hands to produce something from nothing. When it came time for college, architecture and design was the most obvious path forward.
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Graduating in May of 2021 with a Masters of Architecture from Montana State University, Landon moved to Los Angeles to pursue a bucket list job that he had landed. Once there he realized that places and people were more important to him than a job and he longed to be back in Bozeman. While in Los Angeles, he developed a keen eye for detail as well as a better understanding of construction methods. It is his goal to have a robust and nuanced understanding of detail and construction techniques.
When he isn’t focused on architecture or various house projects, you can find Landon; skiing, climbing or mountain biking. He enjoys the thrill of fast paced adventure. On the weekends, he can be found tending to one of his several bikes and motorcycles or hanging out with friends.
