Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Architecture & Engineering Solutions
Founded in 1992, Womer & Associates is a full-service architecture and engineering firm dedicated to transforming client visions into successful commercial construction projects. Our approach integrates people, culture, and design, emphasizing functionality and aesthetic harmony. With decades of experience, we specialize in government-funded projects, particularly serving Native American tribes in the Pacific Northwest. Our team combines architectural and engineering expertise in one office, ensuring seamless coordination and minimizing change orders.As a certified minority-owned business, we prioritize cultural sensitivity and community engagement, donating to Native organizations and maintaining an internal training program. Our multidisciplinary team holds licenses across eight states, delivering high-quality plans that ensure accurate bidding and timely completion. We pride ourselves on leadership in project management, blending traditional and modern techniques to meet evolving client needs while maintaining a commitment to ethical practices and community impact.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Structural Design
Civil Engineering
Fire Protection
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in tribal and government-funded projects.
- Our in-house architecture and engineering teams ensure seamless project coordination.
- Certified Native American-owned firm with cultural integration expertise.
- Licensed professionals across eight states deliver region-specific solutions.
- Proven track record of minimizing change orders through precise planning.
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services focus on creating functional, culturally resonant spaces by integrating client needs with aesthetic innovation. We specialize in commercial, institutional, and tribal projects, emphasizing sustainability and community impact. With in-house coordination between architects and engineers, we deliver designs that minimize change orders and align with budgetary goals.
Engineering
We provide multidisciplinary engineering solutions, including mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil design. Our engineers collaborate closely with architects to ensure technical precision and regulatory compliance. Licensed across eight states, we deliver high-quality plans that reduce contractor revisions and enhance project efficiency for government and commercial clients.
Structural Design
Our structural engineering team designs safe, durable frameworks for commercial and institutional buildings using materials like steel, concrete, and timber. We conduct code analyses and energy compliance assessments, ensuring structures meet jurisdictional requirements. Quality control processes guarantee accuracy from concept to construction documentation.
Civil Engineering
Civil engineering services include site planning, stormwater management, and utility design for residential and commercial developments. Our team prepares cost estimates and conducts field verifications to ensure designs align with real-world conditions, prioritizing functionality and regulatory adherence.
Fire Protection
We design fire protection systems for industrial, commercial, and residential buildings, including suppression systems and life safety plans. Our engineers perform fire modeling and code analyses, ensuring compliance while reducing long-term maintenance costs for clients.
People
Rick Mathews
President
Rick oversees architectural and engineering departments, managing projects for tribal and municipal clients. A Spokane Tribal member, he brings decades of experience in sensitive projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
Nima Michael Motahari
Principal
Nima leads architectural project management and public relations, with 35+ years of experience. He handles corporate administration and community engagement, serving on charity boards like the United Way while managing marketing initiatives.
Lauren Egbert
Registered Architect
Lauren specializes in public and private sector projects, from concept to construction. Her expertise spans housing, retail, and corporate offices, combining design excellence with responsive client communication.
Scott R. Creighton
Fire Protection Engineer
Scott has 37 years of fire protection experience, offering code consulting and healthcare fire safety solutions. He reviews plans for 18 jurisdictions and holds certifications in fire plans examination.
Wayne Rogers
Landscape Architect
Wayne designs landscapes and civil plans for medical, government, and tribal projects. Licensed in Washington and Idaho, he integrates native plantings and sustainable practices into site developments.
Questions
What services does Womer & Associates offer?
We provide architecture, engineering, structural design, civil engineering, and fire protection services for commercial and government projects.
Do you specialize in tribal projects?
Yes, we have decades of experience working with Native American tribes in the Pacific Northwest on culturally sensitive designs.
Are your engineers licensed in multiple states?
Our engineers hold licenses in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, New Mexico, Wyoming, Minnesota, and Alaska.
How do you ensure project quality?
By integrating architecture and engineering teams, we minimize errors and deliver coordinated plans that reduce change orders.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Pacific Northwest but work on projects across eight states where our team holds licenses.
