Practice

Montgomery + Townsend Architecture and Design is a boutique, full-service architecture firm.  We specialize in providing bespoke, thoughtful architectural projects at a variety of scales.  With offices in Charlottesville, Virginia and Seattle, Washington, we are diverse geographical practice with projects in several regions globally.

Our practice is founded on the following philosophy and core beliefs:

  • Buildings Should Last
    Our greatest honor as designers is to build something that will outlive us and be enjoyed by generations to come.

  • Details Matter
    Care and attention to detail not only creates a better finished product, but positively affects how we all experience and appreciate our environment.

  • Spaces Create Experiences
    T    he spaces we visit and inhabit create an experience. We strive to create spaces that are exciting, exceed their potential, and make you feel at home.

  • Architecture is Sculptural
    The same amount of skill, precision, and freedom of thought can exist in constructing a building as in sculpting a piece of art.

  • Building Relationships
    Building relationships and enjoying the process are vital to the success of any project: We want to get to know you and enjoy working through this process with you.

About Us

Founders Andrew and Steven met in architecture school at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. Not only did they instantly become friends, but found they had so much in common when it came to design. After spending countless hours together in studio, they also studied abroad together in Riva San Vitale, Switzerland, further refining their design aesthetic. Finally, after collaborating on a few projects, and working independently at different boutique firms for almost eight years, it was time to join forces for good. Andrew and Steven both bring unique and varied experiences from their past work and bring a collaborative approach to all projects using their experiences.

We are excited to work with you on your next project.

Andrew Montgomery

Andrew received his Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Tech. Since graduating he has been an associate in a small boutique firm that focused on a broad scale of works ranging from furniture design to million square foot plus redevelopment projects. The projects he has worked on have been located in the UK and across the US. As an associate he has been the project manager coordinating both the design and construction of the projects. Upon graduation he also set up his own furniture design studio. His work has won awards with such companies as Design Within Reach and Bernhardt Design. He displayed his furniture at the 2010 International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York City and the pieces were then featured in Wallpaper and Intramuros Magazines.

Andrew is a registered architect in the states of Virginia and Maryland.

Steven Townsend

Steven has managed the design and execution of projects spanning several typologies ranging from bespoke residences to mixed-use and hospitality developments upwards of one million square feet. This experience has allowed him to hone his skills and apply them to such projects as the award winning Workshop Kitchen & Bar and 45 Park Place, a 40 story luxury condo in Manhattan.

His work has been included in publications including, Architectural Record, Mark, and Interiors and Sources. Steven received his Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Tech and his Master of Architecture from the University of California, Los Angeles. He is a registered architect in the states of New York and Washington.