We were thrilled to recently complete a new, custom home in the Rattlesnake on Dickinson St. Set in the foothills of Mount Jumbo, the new home is in a prime location with expansive views. The bulk of the construction took place during the pandemic–and while this presented its share of challenges– we were fortunate to work alongside owners who cared deeply about the place and its natural assets.

Roughly bounded by South 4th Street East, Beckwith Avenue, Arthur Avenue, and Higgins Avenue, residential development in Missoula’s University District began around 1900. It’s a neighborhood with a distinctive vibe (think: wide streets) and an enduring aesthetic (Craftsman). So it’s no wonder that the owners of this whole house remodel in the University area were ardent about retaining the unique character of the district in their home.

First, we moved the old house from the original lot to a new one altogether. Next, we took plans developed by Jenn Clary with Encompass Design and built a home that provided space for the growing family as well as extended visits from grandparents, all while complementing the neighborhood.

This retired couple took the leap and decided to move to Missoula to be closer to the grandkids. Their vision? They wanted a contemporary home that brought the outdoors in, complementing the expansive views of Missoula’s iconic Rattlesnake neighborhood. Yet they also wanted an open floor plan and plenty of warm, inviting areas for all-season extended family gatherings.

If you’ve had a signature slice from The Bridge, chances are you know that the brand stands for more than delicious pizza. It’s also a Missoula experience -- a place to stop in after a hike for a quick slice and a happy hour pint.

This project was a quintessential Missoula building effort that allowed us to put our minds to work to address the emerging needs of a local business and create an experience for first-time and return visitors to Missoula to enjoy.

This growing family was quickly running out of space, but they loved their schools and neighborhood in central Missoula. They came to us looking for solutions, and while they didn’t want to give up their modern sensibility, they also didn’t want a remodel that would leave the house feeling overly modern or a little too trendy.

This home was originally constructed nearly a hundred years ago in what was then the outskirts of Missoula, and for decades it was maintained as a traditional bed & breakfast run by a local family.

This remodel project was a great example of how an owner’s vision can evolve and change over time, and how we at Confluence approach the process of distilling and finessing a dream into reality.