Insights and perspectives on MPA’s most recent projects, awards and clients.
December 7, 2021 - Archello
McIntosh Poris as Architects After establishing several successful restaurant concepts in Las Vegas, Holly and Shawn McClain of the McClain Group set their sights on their home base, Detroit. They engaged local firm McIntosh Poris to design a street presence […]
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September 2, 2021 - Inside the Firm
Michael is the Principal of McIntosh Poris and has spent much of his professional life championing the revitalization of his hometown of Detroit. Stream this episode now for the latest episode featuring Michael on MMC and hear about his experiences […]
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July 27, 2021 - Loopnet
‘Intentionally Imperfect,’ Co.act Empowers Inclusive Coworking on a Budget. With the broad goal of creating room for inclusivity and adaptability, Michael Poris said his team took cues from the space itself. “It’s like, ‘oh, great, we can figure out where […]
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July 23, 2021 - AIA Michigan
“The elegant renovation of these 100+ year-old warehouse buildings preserves and exposes the original architectural elements -brick walls, wood trusses, and hardwood floors – while creating a warm, modern interior. The jury appreciated the design team’s strategy of seamlessly integrating […]
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June 25, 2021 - Detroit Design Magazine
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded 1st Place for the Preservation and Renovation by Detroit Design Home 2021, for this historic property, which is the oldest residence on the street in Birmingham, MI. Follow the link>>
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April 22, 2021 - Restaurant Development+Design
In late 2017, as part of a broader effort to update and remodel the club, management engaged Detroit-based McIntosh Poris to help reimagine and modernize The Grill Room. The result, unveiled to members in fall 2019 and awarded a 2020 Interior Design […]
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January 26, 2021 - Model D
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is poised to begin construction on a new segment of its Detroit RiverWalk. The final plan concentrates on strategies for revitalizing, greening, and connecting the riverfront. The current RiverWalk will be extended along the water’s edge […]
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September 15, 2020 - Office Snapshots
McIntosh Poris was responsible for the renovation and restoration of an existing 19th‐Century wood timber and masonry building into a modern office for Ford Motor Company’s self‐driving business unit. Originally planned for Buhl Sport Detroit, the building was purchased by […]
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August 26, 2020 - Work Design Magazine
McIntosh Poris created a new space for Co.act in a historic building, preserving and highlighting many original architectural elements. Follow the link>>
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July 31, 2020 - Atomic Ranch
Modernist history and hotspots abound in the heartland. The new column Midwest Modern will explore it all. Located in Beverly Hills, Michigan, this 1962 ranch is known as the “Slatcher Residence.” The home was remodeled by McIntosh Poris in 2011 […]
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