Insights and perspectives on MPA’s most recent projects, awards and clients.
June 2, 2016
The project was applauded by the Royal Oak planning commission, as well as Mayor James Ellison, who commended McIntosh Poris Associates and the development team for reusing an existing, under-utilized structure in its efforts to bring dynamic housing options to […]
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May 20, 2016
In reaction to the corporate workplaces of the 1980s and 1990s, housed in office towers and suburban office parks hatch-marked with a sea of identical cubicles, many companies nowadays are seeking a home in buildings with a history as something […]
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May 18, 2016
Aparium Hotel Group is leading the charge with its independent boutique hotels housed in restored historic buildings, imbued with locally-inspired design, decor, food, and intuitive service. A creative school in Detroit will curate an ever-changing art program in the atrium […]
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May 12, 2016
Many of our projects have been catalysts for transformation in Detroit since 1994. McIntosh Poris is pleased to be featured on Archinect for Downtown Detroit projects. Follow the links>> http://archinect.com/mcintoshporis.com/project/woodward-garden-theater
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May 4, 2016
The architect added a coffered ceiling to make the living room more formal and masculine. “Before the remodel, this room was a plain box,” he says. “It was just too simple.” Richmond Sofa, Richmond Chairs: Gus Modern. Follow the link>>
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April 30, 2016
“It seems to change every day, but we’re keeping track of the bigger construction projects in Detroit” – Curbed Detroit. The Foundation Hotel is finally starting to take shape in the old Detroit Fire Department Headquarters on the corner of […]
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April 28, 2016
McIntosh Poris Associates is pleased to announce WILL Leather Goods Store in Midtown Detroit was in this year’s Best of Detroit picks, selected by you, the readers! Follow the link>>
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April 15, 2016
“The ground floor, formerly a bank, was like a fortress, with a granite facade, high windows, and an unused plaza,” says Michael Poris, who led the team that transformed the space. Follow the link>>
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April 12, 2016
McIntosh Poris Associates is excited to be working with Skidmore Owings & Merrill (SOM) on the transformation of the East Riverfront in downtown Detroit. Early stages of planning will analyze of the area’s current building stock, pedestrian and car circulation, […]
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April 7, 2016
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and the City of Detroit Planning Department announced today that Chicago-based Skidmore, Owings & Merrill has been selected to develop a comprehensive plan that will lead to new investment and development within the East Riverfront District. […]
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