Business Details
45 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design in Denver
MOA Architecture is a diverse team of talented and experienced architects, interior designers, planners, marketers, technologists, and administrative staff united by a singular purpose: to make a difference in people's lives, our community, and our world through exceptional design. For nearly four decades, we have cultivated a culture rooted in design excellence, collaboration, equity, and community impact. Our approach prioritizes client needs over market share or profit, focusing instead on delivering meaningful, human-centered solutions. With expertise in PK-12 education, healthcare, science + technology, and commercial projects, we combine technical mastery with creative vision to create spaces that inspire and endure. Our repeat client rate of 70% reflects our commitment to quality, transparency, and lasting value.Headquartered in Denver since 1981, we maintain a Wyoming office and serve clients across the western United States. Our legacy includes over 200 PK-12 projects and pioneering work in sustainable design, including the first LEED Platinum speculative office project in the western US. We invest in leadership development and community initiatives like our Giving by Design program, ensuring our impact extends beyond architecture. Our team's expertise spans complex healthcare facilities, innovative educational environments, and cutting-edge science + technology spaces. This holistic approach has earned us recognition through awards such as the NAIOP Colorado Office Development of the Year and DBIA National Award of Excellence.
Services
PK-12 Education Design
Healthcare Architecture
Science + Technology Facilities
Commercial Projects
Community Development
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized expertise in PK-12 education architecture with 200+ completed projects
- Our team includes LEED-certified architects and national award winners in healthcare design
- We maintain a 70% repeat client rate through dedicated service and technical excellence
- Our Leadership Development Program ensures continuous growth and knowledge sharing
- We pioneered the first LEED Platinum speculative office project in the western US
Services
PK-12 Education Design
Specializing in pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade facilities, we create innovative learning environments that support modern pedagogy and student engagement. Our team has completed over 200 projects including elementary schools, high school campuses, and specialized learning centers. We focus on creating flexible spaces that adapt to evolving educational needs while prioritizing safety, sustainability, and community integration.
Healthcare Architecture
We design healing environments that improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency for healthcare providers. Our expertise spans hospitals, clinics, hospice centers, and specialized medical facilities. We emphasize patient-centered design principles and evidence-based solutions that support both caregivers and the communities they serve through spaces like the Denver Hospice Lowry Care Center.
Science + Technology Facilities
Creating cutting-edge environments for scientific research and technology innovation, we specialize in laboratory spaces, research centers, and corporate campuses. Our work includes Bioscience 2, the first LEED Platinum speculative office project in the western US, and facilities for biotechnology companies requiring specialized technical infrastructure.
Commercial Projects
We deliver comprehensive design solutions for commercial office spaces, headquarters buildings, and mixed-use developments. Our portfolio includes DaVita World Headquarters and the Visa USA Campus, demonstrating our ability to create functional, aesthetically compelling environments that reflect brand identity and support business operations.
Community Development
We create civic and community spaces that strengthen social connections and enhance quality of life. Our work includes YMCA facilities, climbing centers, and senior living communities that prioritize accessibility, sustainability, and long-term community impact through thoughtful design solutions.
People
Katie Vander Putten
President | Director of Healthcare
Specializing in complex healthcare projects, Katie brings expertise in medical campus planning and patient-oriented design. She leads initiatives that create healing environments focused on exceptional outcomes for patients and caregivers.
Brandon Daigle
Director of Business Development | President of MOA Wyoming
Managing the Casper office and firmwide development, Brandon specializes in cross-sector project leadership with emphasis on communication and quality control across commercial, education, and community projects.
Brian Konczak
Director of Science + Technology
With extensive design-build experience, Brian leads science and technology projects including award-winning laboratory environments. He focuses on technical space solutions that balance innovation with practical construction realities.
Jack Mousseau
Director of PK-12 Education
A nationally recognized education design expert with 30+ years experience, Jack specializes in learning environment planning and has contributed to numerous award-winning school projects across the United States.
Eric Vogel
Director of Design
Leading architectural and interior design efforts, Eric emphasizes collaborative design processes that integrate stakeholder perspectives to create meaningful environments for work, learning, and medical care.
Questions
What architectural services does MOA offer?
We specialize in PK-12 education, healthcare, science + technology, and commercial architecture with expertise in sustainable design and complex project delivery.
How long has MOA Architecture been in business?
We've been delivering architectural solutions since our founding in 1981, with over four decades of experience in the industry.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Headquartered in Denver, we serve clients throughout Colorado, Wyoming, and the western United States with national project experience.
What makes MOA's approach unique?
Our focus on elevating human experience through design combines technical expertise with community-centered values and a commitment to lasting environmental impact.
Can you handle complex project types?
Yes, we specialize in technically challenging projects including healthcare facilities, research laboratories, and large-scale educational campuses with proven delivery success.
Do you offer sustainable design solutions?
Sustainability is core to our practice, demonstrated through projects like the first LEED Platinum speculative office building in the western US.
