A collaboration is only as good as its collaborators.
Founded by Candace Miller, Miller Roodell Architects has consistently drawn exceedingly talented people to its ranks. People whose interests go beyond putting pen to paper to create living spaces, but who also share a genuine affection for making others happy here. When you visit our office in the historic Cannery District of Bozeman, Montana, these are the faces you will see.
Candace Tillotson-Miller AIA, NCARB, Principal
Candace Tillotson-Miller’s education didn’t conclude after attending Rhode Island School of Design and Montana State University where she received her architectural degree. Living the rural Montana ranch life with her veterinarian husband on their working cattle ranch has seen to that. With one foot in ranch life and the other in the design world, she offers a rare and genuine perspective to the Western lifestyle. Whether she’s revitalizing turn-of-the century homestead cabins or creating innovative new structures, her profound appreciation of the Western vernacular brings a strong degree of timelessness to her work. Both elegant and casual, her designs capture at once the romance and the reality of life out West. Graduated in 1985, a registered architect since 1991 and principal/owner of Miller Roodell Architects since 1992. Candace is an AIA member and NCARB certified, currently holding licenses in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Idaho, Utah and New Mexico.
Joe Roodell AIA, NCARB, Principal
Growing up in Montana gave Joe a deep appreciation for the Western vernacular. His passion for architecture is driven from his love of the cowboy lifestyle and the American West. Joe began working for Miller Roodell Architects shortly after earning his Masters of Architecture from Montana State University in 2005. Through Miller Roodell Architects, he has had the opportunity to successfully manage a variety of projects throughout the diverse landscapes of the West. Joe’s architectural design and management skills have helped him maintain a solid understanding of each project from the early design stages through construction administration. Outside of work, Joe is always in pursuit of a true Montana adventure. You will find him spending time with his beautiful wife and sons rafting the rivers, skiing, hunting and riding horses.
Matt Miller AIA, NCARB, Principal
Originally from Wyoming, Matt Miller comes to the design world with a deep understanding of construction from his years working as a carpenter and mason. This far-reaching range of knowledge was put to good use when he graduated from Montana State University in the spring of 2004 with a Master of Architecture degree and joined Miller Roodell Architects soon thereafter. For Matt, there is nothing more inspiring than the wild beauty found in the landscapes of the American West. Matt appreciates a good story, guitars near a campfire, sharing a laugh with friends and family, and is always looking forward to the next trip skiing, fly fishing, hiking or hunting.
Chris Clay AIA, NCARB, Project Manager
Although Chris did not find his way to Montana as directly as some, it was a journey that has shaped his appreciation for this place nonetheless. Receiving his Architectural degree in 1997 from Temple University, he established his career on the East coast and has worked throughout the West honing his skills for the last 12 years. Joining Miller Roodell Architects in 2013, the passion for developing exceptional projects comes from his deep respect for the process of transforming design into built form. An avid cyclist, Chris enjoys travel with friends, off-roading on single track or jeep trail and living on the north side of Bozeman with his wife and Rottweiler.
Beau Mossman Project Manager
Born and raised in Montana, Beau has been strongly influenced by the rural culture of Montana. Moving east to pursue an education at the Rhode Island School of Design gave him exposure to a broad design world and a strong base for beginning a design career in Montana. With a background in construction and cabinetry Beau began working in Architecture and Design early in his career. With 17+ years of experience designing, managing, and building, Beau has combined a deep passion for design with the development of exceptional residential and resort projects. Outside of work, Beau and his family spend their time enjoying the great Montana outdoors.
Marit Lueth Project Manager
Raised in northern Minnesota, Marit has been with Miller Roodell Architects since 2012, having earned her Master of Architecture degree in 2009. After several years working in interior design, she is now free to balance architecture with bike rides, welding and skiing through the woods.
Suzanne McGee Project Manager
Suzanne grew up in the prairie farms of Northeastern Montana, where she learned a necessity for building to reflect the land. She has a Bachelor of Fine Art from Montana State University and a Master of Architecture from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Suzanne joined Miller Roodell Architects in 2014, with her previous experience primarily in the commercial sector. Though she enjoyed her time in the Southeast, Suzanne is happy to be back in Montana hiking and rafting with her young family.
Stephanie Jamrog Project Manager
From a childhood spent exploring the forested shores of Rainy Lake in Northern Minnesota, Stephanie developed a deep love for natural wilderness. Upon moving West in 2007, she found plenty of wild within the mountain trails of Montana. Her daily runs along the Yellowstone River, accompanied by her border collie, Dish, embody her belief in the practice of connection to the landscape. Stephanie’s experience in residential design over the past decade has developed her appreciation for craftsmanship, site sensitivity, and the simple grandeur of a well-designed home. She holds a Masters of Architecture from Montana State University and a B.A. from the University of Minnesota. She resides with her husband in historic Livingston, Montana.
Marie Schenck Office Manager
Marie joined Miller Roodell Architects as Office Manager in May 2015. She grew up in the Gallatin Valley and pursued her interests in photography and business administration at Montana State University. Marie brings years of administrative experience along with her love for visual arts to the team. She enjoys backpacking and cross country skiing with her husband and two kids.
Nima Safaeian AIT
Born and raised in Iran, Nima has a Bachelor of Architecture from Washington State University and is currently planning to get his Master of Architecture from Montana State University. He started working with Miller Roodell Architects in 2015. He is fascinated and influenced by vernacular and sustainable design. He enjoys playing soccer and ping pong in his free time.
Paul Calabro AIT
Paul grew up in the Northeast, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Art from Syracuse University. He spent years working as a carpenter on custom homes, until a love of high wild places and a girl from Montana brought him West. He joined Miller Roodell Architects in 2015 and is working his way through Montana State University’s School of Architecture. When he’s not at his desk, Paul is trail running with his huskies, alpine climbing in Montana’s mountains, or slowly renovating his house.
Marley Robb AIT
With roots deeply imbedded in the grasslands between the Blue Mountains and Eagle Caps of Eastern Oregon, Marley found the Gallatin Valley to feel a lot like home. She joined Miller Roodell Architects in 2016 after completing her BA in Environmental Design and is currently working towards her Master of Architecture; which she plans on completing December 2017. Her interests lie in the vernacular and intertwining social issues that continue to ask the difficult questions in the field of Architecture. Marley finds her balance in exploring the Montana outdoors with both her boyfriend and hiking-machine Weiner dog, Remy.
Jane Rothwell AIT
Jane grew up in Carrboro, NC and earned a Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture and Bachelor of Architecture from North Carolina State University. A love of the mountains led her to Montana, where she joined Miller Roodell Architects after graduating in 2016. Outside of work, Jane enjoys hiking, camping and traveling to the closest city with a good concert.
Alex Webber AIT
Raised in rural Indiana, Alex grew up for a deep respect of local, vernacular architecture rooted in its landscape. After graduating with a Bachelors of Architecture from Ball State University, he traveled westward to complete his Masters of Architecture at the University of Oregon’s Portland campus. Alex joined Miller Roodell Architects soon after graduation in 2016, having a variety of internships in residential, commercial and general contracting. Inspired by tactile connections between people, landscapes, and design; Alex spends his time exploring the wilderness through hiking, snowboarding, rafting, fishing and biking.