FAVORITE GULCH RESIDENCE

Project details

Favorite Gulch Residence | York, MT

Firm: Dowling Architects
Size: 5,000 sf
Role: Associate Principal – Lead Design Professional & Project Manager

Custom residence near York, Montana, designed as a long-term home and gathering place with steep roof forms, exposed timber elements, wood siding, and a site-responsive layout oriented toward views of Helena and the surrounding mountains.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Served as lead design professional and project manager during design and construction documentation.

  • Worked closely with New York based clients to develop the program, layout, site approach, and overall design character.

  • Prepared and coordinated architectural construction documents, including plans, elevations, sections, details, and exterior documentation.

  • Helped position the residence on the site to respond to views, topography, access, landscape connection, and client goals.

  • Refined window and glazing locations to maximize views of Helena and the surrounding mountain landscape.

  • Coordinated design intent, material expression, documentation, and consultant input for a custom residential project.

MICHAEL D. FRUDAKIS, AIA, NCARB

Licensed Architect (NY & MT)

Helena, MT | (631) 384-7199 | mfrudakis@gmail.com