Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Bozeman, MT
Bayliss Architects was founded in 1993 with a commitment to ethical architectural practice. Our firm has grown from a small team of three to a respected multi-state operation, maintaining active involvement with NCARB and state architectural boards. We prioritize holistic design and financial prudence, ensuring client visions translate into memorable, functional spaces. Our values emphasize responsibility, design excellence, innovation, and integrity throughout every project phase. With licenses in nine states and international experience, we combine traditional and modern techniques to create spaces that resonate with communities.Our collaborative approach involves clients, consultants, and contractors at every stage, fostering efficiency and shared ownership of outcomes. We maintain a balanced workplace culture that values both professional dedication and personal well-being. Our principals bring decades of experience in commercial, residential, and institutional projects, supported by a dynamic team of designers. We actively contribute to industry standards through leadership roles in professional organizations. Our process spans from initial programming to construction administration, ensuring seamless realization of client aspirations.
Services
Pre-design
Schematic design
Construction documents
Construction administration
3D renderings
Photography
Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in large-scale architectural projects.
- Our principals hold leadership roles with NCARB and state architectural boards.
- We employ both traditional and modern construction techniques for optimal results.
- Our collaborative process involves clients at every stage of design and construction.
- We maintain a balanced workplace culture that enhances creative output.
Associations and certifications
- NCARB
- AIA
Services
Pre-design
Our pre-design phase establishes project foundations through client consultations, site analysis, and zoning evaluations. We translate client visions into actionable plans while addressing regulatory requirements. This critical stage ensures alignment between aspirations and practical constraints before formal design begins.
Schematic design
During schematic design, we transform programming data into spatial concepts using sketches and 3D renderings. This phase focuses on developing functional layouts while maintaining creative flexibility. Client feedback shapes evolving design directions before technical details emerge.
Construction documents
Our construction documents provide detailed technical specifications for building execution. Two distinct drawing sets are produced: one for construction guidance and another for permitting approval. These documents ensure precise implementation of design intent during actual construction.
Construction administration
We provide on-site construction management through regular inspections to verify adherence to design specifications. This phase ensures quality control and problem resolution during building execution. Our oversight continues until project completion and client satisfaction are confirmed.
3D renderings
Our photorealistic renderings and schematic visualizations help clients experience designs before construction. These tools facilitate decision-making and marketing efforts throughout the design process. High-quality visual representations enhance communication of complex spatial concepts.
People
Bayliss Ward
Principal Architect & Founder
With over 20 years of experience in large-scale commercial and residential projects, Bayliss holds a master's degree from Montana State University. He served as 2023 NCARB President and previously led Montana's architectural board. His expertise spans medical facilities, educational spaces, and custom homes.
Sloan Bauer
Principal Architect
Licensed in Montana with a NCARB certificate, Sloan brings extensive architectural experience since 2005. He excels at translating complex ideas into visual solutions and combines lifelong construction knowledge with innovative design approaches. His work focuses on achieving client goals through creative problem-solving.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services from pre-design through construction administration, including 3D renderings, marketing materials, and third-party consulting.
How long have you been in business?
Bayliss Architects has operated continuously since 1993, with our founding principal maintaining over 20 years of architectural experience.
What areas do you serve?
We operate primarily from Bozeman, Montana with licenses in nine states and international project experience across diverse locations.
What design approach do you use?
Our collaborative process emphasizes holistic design, combining traditional and modern techniques to create spaces that reflect client visions and community contexts.
How do you handle construction oversight?
We provide regular on-site inspections during construction to ensure adherence to design specifications and resolve implementation challenges promptly.
