MHTN Architects

𝗠𝗛𝗧𝗡 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 Last Friday, the MHTN Architects Team took a well-deserved break to recharge at our Annual Summer Party. We enjoyed the day with games, BBQ, and a raffle. It was a great opportunity to recognize our new and long-time employees and to celebrate seven months of hard work and achievements. Cheers to the wonderful team that makes MHTN a great place to work! #MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal #ArchitectureLife #SummerParty #TeamBuilding

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗠𝗛𝗧𝗡 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 At MHTN Architects, we are proud to be recognized as a JUST Certified organization once again, affirming our dedication to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and transparency. As we continue to grow, it's essential for us to evaluate our stance on social justice and equity, identify areas for improvement, and set meaningful goals. We're excited to see our new policies reflected in our "nutrition label," showcasing our progress in areas like physical health, well-being, and supply chain management.   This certification not only highlights our commitment to DEI, but also strengthens our human resources practices and positions us to pursue additional certifications, such as WELL. Together, we are building a culture that focuses on employee experience, health, well-being, and meaningful connections. 
#MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal #JUSTcertified #JUSTcertification #SocialJustice #DEI

Utah State University 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 USU's south campus district transformation, expands resources and student spaces for enhanced collaboration and educational support. Key developments include the Kem & Carolyn Learning & Leadership Building, designed for diverse student engagement, and a six-story student housing Building. Emphasizing sustainability and wellness, the design incorporates mass timber in community areas and a large learning stair for lectures and gatherings. The landscape design complements these spaces, creating an inviting environment for students and events. Jacobsen Construction #MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal #USUSouthCampus #UtahStateUniversity

𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 MHTN's K-12 team visited the city of Blanding for the groundbreaking ceremony of Blanding Elementary School, where individuals from the Navajo and White Mesa Ute tribes blessed the grounds and performed traditional dance and music to celebrate this achievement. The new elementary will replace the dated 68,000 sqft Blanding Elementary School built in 1955, housing 26 classrooms, administrative office, kitchen, cafeteria, and a multi-purpose gymnasium with capacity for 600 people. On the exterior, the school will feature hardscape play spaces, a grass play area, diverse play equipment, multiple parking locations and drop-off areas strategically planned to smooth traffic. #MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal #SanJuanSchoolDistrict #SanJuanCounty #BlandingElementarySchool #K12architecture

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗛𝗧𝗡 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 On this day, we celebrate freedom, unity and innovation that defines the United States of America. At MHTN, we are proud to contribute to shaping the American architecture with our dedication to design excellence. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful 4th of July filled with celebrations. #IndependenceDay #4thOfJuly #MHTNArchitects #VisionMadeReal

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰 Last thursday, the MHTN team enjoyed a morning outdoors at Glenmoor Golf Course, where they had the pleasure to interact with many fellow industry partners and Jordan School District representatives. It is always a pleasure to support Jordan Education Foundation’s initiatives, this event helped fund the Classroom Grants program, which provides classroom grants in support of educators and students. Thank you, Jordan Education Foundation for the opportunity to be a sponsor and have a good time outdoors! #MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal #JordanEducationFoundation #JordanSchoolDistrict #Golf

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗡𝗔𝗜𝗢𝗣 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Last week, MHTN’s Robert Piñon, Vice President, and Curtis Leetham, Associate Principal of Healthcare Environments, enjoyed a wonderful morning outdoors at NAIOP Utah's annual golf tournament. Thank you, NAIOP, for allowing us to be a proud sponsor of this event benefiting the Huntsman Mental Health Foundation. #MHTNarchitects #NAIOP #VisionMadeReal #GolfSeason #GolfTournament

𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 Last week, MHTN's Healthy Interior Environments Associate, Julie Braam, participated in IIDA's Belonging in Design Event, as a panelist discussing designing for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. She shared her expertise on designing spaces where all are welcome, including inclusive restrooms. This event benefitted Encircle, a Utah-based organization offering essential mental health services, resources, and tools for LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, and families. Thank you IIDA Intermountain and MillerKnoll for organizing this event and HB Workplaces for hosting it. #MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal

𝗔𝗜𝗔𝟮𝟰 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 MHTN’s Peggy McDonough-Jan, President, Project Architects Matt Drake and John Holbrook and Project Manager, Joel Burkhart, visited Washington D.C. to attend the 2024 The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Conference on Architecture & Design. One highlight was the tour of the National Museum of African American History & Culture. Guided by Smithsonian staff, the team learned about the museum's innovative design, sustainable practices, and its significant role in preserving African American heritage. This visit underscored the importance of architecture in reflecting and supporting cultural narratives. Keynote sessions featured inspiring speakers Arthur C. Brooks, discussing the science of happiness, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, emphasizing the role of design in promoting health and safety, and Ruth Carter, the Academy Award-winning costume designer, who spoke on the importance of storytelling and representation in design. The team also visited the new Australian Embassy, appreciating its architecture and artistic elements. This experience, among others, provided valuable insights that we will integrate into our practice, reinforcing our commitment to innovative, culturally aware, and sustainable design. #MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal #AIA24 #AIA #AmericanInstitureOfArchitects #WashingtonDC #AIANationalConference

𝗨𝗦𝗨 𝗠𝗼𝗮𝗯 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝘂𝘀𝗸 The Utah State University Moab Academic Building has been a hub for students and the community to learn, gather, and develop professional skills.   Designed by MHTN Architects + Lake|Flato Architects, the building is inspired by nature, oriented to reduce energy loads and designed with efficient lighting and HVAC systems powered by four solar panels that double as shading for the parking. The patio was designed as an extension of interior spaces to encourage connection with the landscape to invite students to enjoy the red-rock scenery and views to the La Sal mountains. The site was carefully designed to integrate seamlessly with the landscape around it, harvesting water where possible to support native plant and animal communities.    Since its opening in 2022, the building has been net-positive, as the solar panels produce more energy than the building consumes, with remaining power being sold back to the energy grid to serve the community.    #USUmoab #MHTNarchitects #VisionMadeReal #UtahStateUniversity #USU #HigherEducation #SustainableDesign #NetPositive #NetZero