Ward | Blake Architects Recognized by Forbes as One of America’s Top State-Based Residential Architects for the Second Year in a Row
Ward | Blake Architects, based in Jackson, Wyoming, has been named to Forbes' 'America's Best-in-State Residential Architects List' for 2026. This marks their second consecutive year receiving this honor and coincides with the firm’s 30th anniversary. Founded by Thomas E. Ward and Mitchell T. Blake in 1996, the architecture practice is known for its commitment to environmental responsibility, site-specific design, and meaningful connections between people and nature. Forbes evaluated firms based on a submitted residence and their broader portfolio using criteria such as quality of work, sustainability, local context, materials, and architectural form. Ward | Blake’s approach emphasizes biophilic design principles, passive solar strategies, high-performance building envelopes, natural materials, and thoughtful integration with the surrounding environment. The firm has completed notable residential projects across the Mountain West, including Ridge 52 Residence and ChaChe Guest House.
