A B O U T U S
Malmquist is your builder for quality & craftsmanship.
A Malmquist home is shaped by more than plans and materials. It is shaped by the land, the view, and the people who will live there.
For decades, we have built custom homes across the Flathead Valley. We work closely with homeowners, architects, and partners to protect what makes each site special and build a home that feels intentional from the ground up.
When the work is complete, we want the home to reflect more than good construction. We want it to reflect the time, integrity, and attention that went into building it right.
What makes Malmquist such a special place is the combination of the people, the exceptional product we deliver, and the collaborative process that brings every project to life.
Andrew “Bear” Barinowski, Partner
Our History
Founded by Casey Malmquist in 1992, Malmquist Construction has spent more than three decades building custom homes across Whitefish and the Flathead Valley. From the beginning, the company has been rooted in hands-on craftsmanship, long-standing relationships, and a deep understanding of what it means to build in this Northwest Montana community.
Over the years, Malmquist has grown alongside the community it serves. Bear Barinowski joined the team in 2006, followed by Tyler Frank in 2013. In 2017, Tyler purchased the business, carrying the Malmquist name forward while honoring the foundation Casey helped build.
Today, with a team of 15+ employees and a close roster of trusted subcontractors, the company continues to be known for artful collaboration, locally sourced materials, and homes that feel carefully connected to their setting.
From its Baker Avenue office in downtown Whitefish, Malmquist has completed 300+ projects, many for repeat clients who return because of the trust built along the way. The company’s history is not defined by a single project or milestone, but by decades of craft, continuity, and the lasting relationships behind every home.
Our team brings experience, steady communication, and genuine care to every home we build. Get to know the people who guide the process, solve the details, and help make each project feel personal from start to finish.
Our team brings experience, steady communication, and genuine care to every home we build. Get to know the people who guide the process, solve the details, and help make each project feel personal from start to finish.
Our Team
The bottom line is that i can’t imagine a better team to build a home with than Bear, Tyler and all at Malmquist.
They were involved every step of the way; from the first time we stood on the lot in the snow discussing where to position the house to take advantage of the views, to helping us select the team that would build a house and turn it into a home. Although we were still in the USA when we started building, we were moved overseas with work and did the majority from over 6000 miles away with daily photo downloads, regular face-time meetings from site and occasional visits from us for key milestones. They treated us as friends throughout the entire process.
Paul G, Rustic Hideaway Owner
Our Values
Our values guide more than the way we work with clients. They shape the way we work with each other. Across our team, these shared principles define the care, trust, and consistency that make Malmquist what it is.
Our values guide more than the way we work with clients. They shape the way we work with each other. Across our team, these shared principles define the care, trust, and consistency that make Malmquist what it is.
At Malmquist, every lasting home begins with a conversation.
When you partner with Malmquist Construction, not only will you get the home of your dreams, but you’ll enjoy the journey along the way. Contact us to learn how we can work with you.