Midwest Architecture Studio

Midwest Architecture Studio (MAS) was established by Timothy Archibald in 2001 (originally as Han Archibald Design) with a focus on innovative design projects. The studio environment includes MAS partner Bryan Bertola and encourages collaboration at all levels, drawing on the strengths of each team member. The firm offers a wide range of experience... at varying scales in residential design and development, retail and commercial environments, site and master planning, and custom designed furnishings. Our projects are located throughout North America with our Chicago area office providing a thriving and inspirational central location. Our firm philosophy is shaped by three elements that are integral to each project: CLIENT: We listen closely to our clients as collaborators, drawing on their aspirations as a basis for creative solutions and artistic vision. e provide leadership on behalf of our clients to assemble a professional team of designers, engineers and builders. We coordinate and help manage the project process whether it is a small renovation, new construction, or a full site development. CONTEXT: Respect for the site and the context - both physical and historical - provides a strong core in shaping our projects. Our sensitivity working in many climates has developed an architectural style that is responsive to its environment and tradition yet diverse in aesthetic. Throughout our work there is an effort to employ environmentally sustainable practices with an integrated green approach. Our emphasis on practical solutions tends to yield simple, clean designs using traditional materials and local methods in innovative and contemporary ways. VALUE: We believe that thoughtful, creative design solutions provide value and enrich the life experience of our clients. We strive to create economic and personal value in all of our projects - large and small - in our role as architect and client advocate.Read More