McIntosh Poris Architects News

Insights and perspectives on MPA’s most recent projects, awards and clients.

 


 

Historic long-vacant Higginbotham school to be transformed into affordable housing, community space

November 22, 2024

The conversion of a former school in northwest Detroit into affordable housing is underway. A ceremonial groundbreaking took place Tuesday for the redevelopment of the old William E. Higginbotham School near Eight Mile and Wyoming roads into 100 apartments set […]

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Blake Hill in the 40 Under 40 class of 2024 in Building Design+Construction

November 21, 2024

Blake Hill is being recognized for his career achievements, passion and service to the architecture industry and community. Blake’s commitment to architecture and community revitalization is truly commendable. His involvement in the Fisher 21 Lofts project and the adaptive reuse […]

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McIntosh Poris Architects named firm of the year by American Institute of Architects, Michigan

November 14, 2024

McIntosh Poris Architects was recently named the 2024 Firm of the Year by the American Institute of Architects, Michigan. With the Firm of the Year Award, AIA Michigan selects an architecture office “that has consistently produced distinguished architecture.”  AIA Michigan’s awards […]

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McIntosh Poris Architects is honored to announce winning the AIA Michigan Architectural Firm of the Year Award

October 28, 2024

“AIA Michigan’s Firm of the Year, McIntosh Poris, is selected due to their commitment to equity in remarkable and bold design meeting communities in which they serve. MPA is outstanding for their work culture, providing opportunities in career development and […]

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Nonprofit breaks ground on equestrian education center in Detroit

October 21, 2024

Detroit Horse Power has broken ground on what it says will be among the largest urban equestrian centers in the country. The center will provide a permanent home for the nonprofit organization’s programs that build critical social-emotional skills in Detroit […]

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From Blight to Bright: The $134 Million Transformation of Detroit’s Fisher Body Plant 21

September 27, 2024

Century-old Fisher Body 21 has been a plant without a purpose for more than 30 years—but it could become the poster child for repurposing industrial buildings around Detroit and elsewhere. Follow the link>>

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Original Cadillac Headquarters in Detroit Being Converted into 90 Loft Apartments

August 30, 2024

As architect/designer for the project, MPA is excited the former home of Cadillac Motor Car Co. in Detroit’s TechTown district will be transformed into 90 loft apartments — 20 percent of the units will be affordable housing at 80 percent […]

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Gilly’s wins the Retrofit Metamorphosis Award

August 28, 2024

MPA is excited to share that Gilly’s will be featured in the upcoming November/December issue of Retrofit. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the hard work and vision that went into the project. Follow the link>>

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Michael Poris, AIA in DBusiness Magazine as one of the most powerful business leaders in Metro Detroit

August 21, 2024

Michael Poris being recognized as one of the most powerful business leaders in Metro Detroit by DBusiness Magazine is a significant achievement. This recognition typically honors individuals who have made substantial contributions to their industries and communities.

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Gilly’s Clubhouse & Rooftop: Bedrock’s Homage to Nick Gilbert’s Passion for Detroit

August 20, 2024

Renovated by McIntosh Poris Architects, the building, formerly a long-abandoned Kay Baum department store originally built in 1965, now features multiple levels, including an enclosed glass rooftop area with a hacienda-inspired design, providing stunning views of the Detroit skyline. “To […]

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