We are a community-minded architecture and design studio committed to creating spaces that foster connection, harmony, and well-being.

Who We Are

At Architecture of Belonging, we believe in the power of thoughtful design to transform lives. Our work goes beyond architecture; it’s about aligning your deepest values with a space that reflects who you are and how you want to live. Whether you're deciding whether to renovate or sell, or feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of the process, we’re here to guide you.

What We Care About

We care about you—your vision, your goals, and the life you want to live. We’re dedicated to building belonging by creating spaces that connect you to yourself, your community, and the natural world. We understand that your project is a big investment, and our job is to ensure that it's worth every penny by delivering a space that transforms how you live, work, and connect.

How We Work

Our process starts with understanding your "why." We believe every project should be rooted in a clear purpose, ensuring that what we design not only solves your problems but also enhances your life. We guide you through each phase, from discovery to completion, so you feel confident, informed, and excited every step of the way. By aligning your values with a clear design strategy, we create spaces that are beautiful, functional, and impactful—places that are truly worth the investment.

Regenerative Living Design | Our Signature Offering

Experience a transformative architectural journey with Regenerative Living Design. This signature approach, developed by Barron Peper, is tailored for couples and individuals seeking to harmonize their inner and outer worlds. Regenerative Living Design integrates sustainable architecture with personal growth and community connection, resulting in environments that not only support your daily life but empower you to realize your fullest potential. Our mission is to create spaces that inspire vitality, joy, and a deep sense of belonging, nurturing both the home and the soul.

Project + Photo by our friends and collaborators at TenPennyStudio

What people are saying

  • "Barron applies a unique perspective in his designs that fosters community connection while preserving space for solitude, privacy and restoration."

    Tracy | Missoula, MT

  • "A building is never just a building -- it is representative of a hope, a dream, a personal truth. It is grounding and relieving to know that what we spoke about will be held and prioritized through every phase of design."

    Shannon | Seattle, WA

  • "We really appreciated Whitney's assistance with supporting our longer term vision and then breaking it into realistic phases. With two young kids, he helped us talk through our family's growth and development plan and how our space can adapt over time."

    Matthew | Missoula, MT

  • "Barron took the time to genuinely understand our family dynamics and lifestyle. The resulting design is a vision that is inspiring and aligned with our values. He is a communicative and reliable professional who is also an absolute delight."

    Elizabeth | Missoula MT

  • "There was an inspirational energy felt throughout the design process and now visually on paper. Our design is a work of art that truly represents home to us."

    Tracy | Missoula, MT

  • "Every aspect of our project that he worked on not only met but exceeded our expectations. He listened to our concerns, our constraints as well as what we thought a successful outcome would look like."

    Pam | Missoula, MT