One architecture at a time.
Architecture is about creating lasting connections between people and the spaces they occupy. I approach every project with individualized care, working on only one architecture at a time. This approach ensures that every detail, from initial concept to final execution, receives my full attention and care and allows me to craft spaces that reflect the unique needs and aspirations of my clients. I take great satisfaction in tailoring architecture to my clients' vision -my approach ensures that every line drawn and every material selected reflects my client's vision.
By accepting a limited number of commissions, I offer each client concentrated, personal attention: I personally guide your project from the first conversation through construction, listening closely to your goals, budget, site, and lifestyle. Every decision reflects your needs and aspirations. Precise material selection, rigorous detailing, and hands-on coordination with my network of consultants and builders all work to protect quality, schedule and value. The result is a singular, tailor-made space that fits how you live — a bespoke outcome crafted for you.
Matthew Lutz, AIA is the principal architect of Lutz Architectures, PLLC. He holds a B.F.A. in Historic Preservation from the Savannah College of Art & Design and a Master of Architecture from The College of Architecture and Urban Studies at Virginia Tech. He is a licensed architect in Vermont, serving on the Vermont Board of Architects from 2015 until 2025. Matthew has earned design awards, lectured internationally, and has published numerous articles on the topics of environmental sustainability, housing affordability, education, and high-performance design.
His professional experience covers a wide range of project types, including international aid work, high performance dwellings, historic preservation, architectural illustration, graphic design, and mobile solar-powered buildings. During a twenty-five-year career in academia his research agenda focused on mainstreaming high-performance energy-efficient architecture through affordability and working with rural communities in the world’s least developed regions to develop community-led building projects. While holding a tenured faculty position, he began Lutz Architectures as a ‘one-project annually’ practice with the goal of sharing professional experiences with his students.
Following a 25-year career as a professor of architecture, he retired from teaching in 2025 to focus fully on Lutz Architectures. The firm is dedicated to creating exceptional, enduring spaces, with a one-client-at-a-time approach that allows every project to benefit from his undivided attention, creativity, and care.
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architecture is.
Architecture is beautiful when it solves a problem, satisfies a desire, or flips a switch you didn't know you had.
Architecture is a keystone of our civilization; we are what we design / build.
Architecture is true when it's honest about where it's from.
Architecture is specific - it means digging deep, learning design criteria, then responding precisely to that criteria.
Architecture is for every-body.
Architecture is responsible when it doesn't increase carbon dioxide in our atmosphere.
Architecture is bio-based.
Architecture is a testament of our collective drive toward improving civilization and human-nature.
Architecture is appropriate when the craft and technology it employs is resource responsible.
Architecture is at its best when it understands the strength of silence; quiet confidence made visible.