MG2 Ranks #4 in BD+C Top 140 Retail Architecture Firms for 2024
MG2 ranks #4 in Building Design + Construction’s Top 140 Retail Architecture Firms for 2024 list.
Market: Community Environments
Felipe Romero named ICSC+CENTERBUILD Leaders Under 40 Class of 2024
MG2 Associate Principal Felipe Romero accepted his ICSC+CENTERBUILD Leaders Under 40 Class of 2024 award at Centerbuild this week.
With over a decade of experience, Felipe has developed thoughtful, community-centered environments. Recognizing the critical role retail plays in both the economy and local communities, he has dedicated his career to designing these vital spaces.
MG2 Joins Colliers Engineering & Design to Expand Services and Increase Footprint
L to R: Russ Hazzard, AIA, President, MG2; Kevin Haney, PE, President and CEO, Colliers Engineering & Design; Mitch Smith, AIA, LEED AP, CEO and Chairman, MG2. Download high-resolution image.
New partnership offers architecture, design, engineering, and more with locations across the U.S.
SEATTLE, WA—Dec. 3, 2024—Global architecture and design firm MG2 announced today that it has joined Colliers Engineering & Design, a division of the global commercial real estate and investment management firm Colliers. MG2 is ranked a top 20 Architecture Firm and among the top five in Retail Design. MG2’s more than 400 architects, designers, and staff operate across seven offices in the U.S. and China: Seattle, Portland, Irvine, Minneapolis, Washington, DC, New York, and Shanghai. Their award-winning team of strategists, creatives, and technical experts work together to solve problems and design solutions that bring their clients’ visions to life.
Colliers Engineering & Design, headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey, is a privately held company with 75+ offices throughout the United States. Partnering with Colliers Engineering & Design allows MG2 to expand its geographic reach and add expertise in building systems and structural engineering, site development, civil engineering, and construction management.
“Joining a complementary professional practice with Collier’s Engineering & Design’s resources and expertise enables us take advantage of growth opportunities in the market immediately and maintain the pace of our strategic plan,” says MG2 Chief Executive Officer and Chairman Mitch Smith, AIA, LEED AP. “Our greatest strength lies in our people, our clients, and our commitment to helping them succeed. This strategic step with Colliers Engineering & Design offers opportunities for our people to do their best work.”
“We are thrilled to have MG2 join our team,” says Colliers Engineering & Design President and CEO Kevin L. Haney, PE. “Collier’s Engineering & Design invests in relationships to promote sustained growth and success, and this agreement will enable us to continue to drive market growth as a top-tier national commercial industry leader, provide clients with exceptional commercial design services, and accelerate communities nationwide.”
Current MG2 leaders will become senior partners within Colliers Engineering & Design, maintaining the company’s leadership structure and culture. MG2 will be rebranded at a future date.
About MG2
Guided by our vision to create transformative experiences that foster and elevate healthy communities, MG2 has been delivering award-winning projects and programs for over 50 years. We partner with some of the world’s most recognizable companies and brands to bring exceptional design solutions to life through full architectural, strategic planning, cost management, interior design, brand strategy, and program consulting services. Our offices in the U.S.—Seattle, Portland, New York, Washington D.C., Minneapolis, and Irvine—integrate building performance and social responsibility into every project. At MG2, our greatest strength lies in our people, our clients, and our commitment to helping them succeed. We are purpose-driven by nature, data-driven by design. www.mg2.com
About Colliers Engineering & Design
Colliers Engineering & Design is a trusted provider of multi-discipline engineering, design and consulting services to public and private sector clients. Headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey, with a network of offices throughout the United States, we specialize in providing a comprehensive suite of E/A services including Civil/Site, Architecture, Transportation, Governmental, Survey/Geospatial, Infrastructure, Geotechnical/Environmental, Telecommunications, Utilities/Energy, and Project Management.
Our talented professionals utilize the most advanced technologies to deliver customized solutions for our clients. Colliers Engineering & Design is affiliated with Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI) a leading diversified professional services and investment management company. Learn more at colliersengineering.com. Visit us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Century-Old Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle is a Gem in Preservation
The Ramones played there, dignitaries dined there, and locals came in for afternoon tea for 75 cents. The Fairmont Olympic Hotel in downtown Seattle celebrates 100 years in December 2024 with the $25 million renovation of its lobby, bar, restaurant, and meeting spaces under the vision of Spanish design studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán (LRV) with local architecture firm MG2, completed in 2021.
Designing Buildings With Conversion in Mind
MG2 Principal Jooyeol Oh spoke with Diana Mosher from the Commercial Property Executive about building conversions.
“When I think about flexible design, the word that comes to me is ‘resilience,'” said Jooyeol Oh in the piece. He continued, “Flexible design is a challenge, but it’s a challenge that we always think about.”
MG2’s 6 Corners Lofts project, a 1938 Sears building adapted into an innovative mixed-use community, is an example of that flexible design brought into practice. Original elements, like flared capital columns and terrazzo flooring, were preserved while the building was updated to bring modern amenities to residents.
MG2 Named #2 in Puget Sound Business Journal’s Largest Architecture Firms List
MG2 has been named the #2 firm in Puget Sound Business Journal’s list of the Largest Architecture Firms in the Seattle Area.
From Retail to Residential: The Transformation of a Chicago Sears Store
MG2 Principal and design lead of 6 Corners Lofts Jooyeol Oh spoke with Multi-Housing News Associate Editor Madalina Pojoga about the adaptive-reuse process at the Sears building and the impact 6 Corners Lofts will have on the city’s Portage Park area.
“The Six Corners Shopping District has a long history as a popular and successful neighborhood shopping and entertainment destination serving the community. Preserving the character of one of its most beloved landmarks was a crucial consideration for us.
“There were three main design elements we wanted to highlight: the vernacular architecture of the surrounding brick buildings, the juxtaposition of old and new, and a celebration of the Art Deco style.”
Woods Restaurant Named Honorable Mention in VMSD’s Retail Renovation Competition
We’re excited to see Woods Restaurant named an honorable mention in VMSD’s Retail Renovation Competition.
Woods Restaurant on Mackinac Island has been a beloved destination for guests and visitors for many years. The restaurant recently partnered with MG2 to renovate and refresh its interiors while maintaining the classic experience visitors know and love.
Energized Growth: Russ Hazzard
Hear from Russ Hazzard, President of MG2, in his Q&A with The Zweig Letter Correspondent, Liisa Andreassen.
“Hazzard first joined MG2 in 1993. He says that they’re always looking to grow their shareholder base and to bring younger contributors into the fold – people who want to grow the company and take over when the old guard retires.
“‘It will be exciting to watch as the next generation leads the firm and the industry into the future,’ he says.” Find the full interview in the link here:
Room to Grow: Finding Space
MG2 Senior Interior Designer Natalie Hyde spoke with Amber Katz from The Seattle Times on finding extra space in your home.
“‘There are so many beautiful decorative screens in the market that can provide privacy and separation while feeling like a piece of furniture.’ A screen can be a great backdrop to other pieces of furniture, she adds.”
MG2 Listed in Building Design+Construction’s Top 200 Architecture Firms for 2024
MG2 ranked among the top 20 in Building Design+Construction Media’s recently released Top 200 Architecture Firms for 2024.
Hotel of the Week: Seattle’s Restored Fairmont Olympic Hotel Celebrates 100th Anniversary
A recent refresh by architecture firm MG2 and Barcelona-based Lázaro Rosa-Violán brought this historic hotel back to its glory days
This year officially marks the 100th anniversary of the historic Fairmont Olympic Hotel, favorably situated on University Street in Seattle’s lively downtown area. Ask any local, and they’ll say that the 450-room property has been a mainstay in the city’s social scene throughout the years—and it was even added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
What It Took to Convert an Old Chicago Sears into Modern Retail and Residential
Lead designer and MG2 principal Jooyeol Oh talked with C+CT contributing editor Joel Groover about 6 Corners Lofts, a transformed historic Chicago Sears building that is now a mixed-use development.
MG2’s Community Environments team carefully preserved the building’s art deco character while introducing contemporary elements like floor-to-ceiling windows and a new top floor with luxury amenities.
“We punched floor-to-ceiling windows and added balconies and terraces. This allowed us to modernize the old Sears retail store and warehouse to a residential use while preserving its art deco character. To expand the number of residential units, we added a whole new 31-unit wing that complements the look and feel of its counterpart.”
Architecture Firms See Billings Change – MG2 Ranked #18 in Architectural Firms list for 2024
So excited to see that The Orange County Business Journal has ranked MG2 #18 in its Architectural Firms list for 2024.
“The firm has seen an uptick in retail, industrial, and affordable housing markets, according to chief executive officer Mitch Smith. ‘The growth in all three of these sectors has had a substantial impact on architectural billings in our Irvine office, reflecting the adaptability and agility of our team,’ Smith said.”
The Orange County Business Journal ranked MG2 #18 in Architectural Firms list for 2024
So excited to see that The Orange County Business Journal has ranked MG2 in the top 20 of its Architectural Firms list for 2024.
Adaptive reuse of a Sears store becomes luxury mixed-use housing
After serving 80 years as a retail space, 6 Corners Lofts is revitalizing the Chicago area as an adaptive reuse, mixed-use development.
Meet Our Team
Natalie Pierro
Senior Project Designer
Natalie Pierro has over 13 years of experience designing luxury spaces, including façade development, floor plans, interiors, and amenity spaces. She loves that architecture can shape the human experience and make a statement about a project’s historical context and community. Natalie forms strong relationships with her clients, serving as an advocate for their vision and finding unexpected solutions to each project’s unique challenges. She is passionate about strong design and chooses timeless, thoughtful details that feel genuine to their space and push her clients’ vision forward.
Meet Our Team
Natalie Hyde, ncidq, well ap
Associate Principal
For Natalie Hyde—a sustainably-minded, award-winning designer—the greatest joy of crafting interior spaces is fostering interactions and discovery throughout a space, bringing joy and comfort to all who experience them. With almost two decades of expertise and an NCIDQ Certification under her belt, she specializes in designing memorable residential and hospitality projects that immerse residents and guests alike, and offer a destination-worthy space for the surrounding community.
The Best Commercial Architects in Irvine, California
We’re excited to be named one of The Best Commercial Architects in Irvine, CA by Los Angeles Architects.
Spearheaded by award-winning Managing Principal Meghana Joshi, AIA, NOMA, the company’s leadership champions a purpose-driven work culture, fostering meaningful connections between employees, clients, and the communities they serve. In addition to overseeing regional retail, mixed-use, and industrial markets, Meghana is responsible for expanding the firm’s reach, focusing on retail banking, as well as senior living and affordable housing in California.
MG2 is a trailblazer, continuously evolving and adapting to the changing landscape, earning accolades from Fast Company, Architizer, and Interior Design Magazine as well as feature articles in Building Design + Construction, Forbes, Development Magazine, Chain Store Age, and Architectural Record.
Cost-effective Ways to Create an Outdoor Oasis in Your Own Backyard
MG2’s Senior Interior Designer, Natalie Hyde, shared her insights on maximizing outdoor living space with Amber Katz from The Seattle Times.
Travel and Leisure names the Salish Lodge and Spa one of Readers’ 15 Favorite Resorts in the West
This year Travel and Leisure named the Salish Lodge and Spa one of Readers’ 15 Favorite Resorts in the West. The resort was judged on its rooms, location, services, food, and value and more than 886,000 individuals voted.
“The setting of Salish Lodge & Spa is second to none. It’s perched directly above the 268-foot Snoqualmie Falls, one of the state’s most popular attractions. Beyond its magnificent backdrop — which includes thick, green forest land and mountain peaks — the property has an award-winning spa and a restaurant with big picture windows overlooking the falls and the river below it.”
Community Environments
Mountlake Village
Mountlake Village is a mixed-use development that meets the needs of a diverse, active, and growing population. The development includes residential and retail space to invite the community in. Amenities include a coworking space, a ground-floor plaza, resident lounges, a gym, a yoga studio, a dog grooming facility, a dog run, and a rooftop terrace.
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Project Details
- Mountlake Terrace, WA
- Gracorp
- Mixed-use, Multifamily
- 400,000 SF; 280,000 SF residential; 7,000 SF commercial; 302 units
- Architecture
Community Environments
The Manning
Located within the master planned Barkley Village development, The Manning is a new 171-unit residential complex. The building includes a gym amenity space and a large commercial space on the ground floor. Building on the master plan’s goals for a true urban village, the development seeks to draw in the community and add vibrancy to the area. Residents have direct access to dining, shopping, and entertainment options from a farmer’s market to a movie theater.
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Project Details
- Bellingham, WA
- Talbot Group
- Mixed-use, Multifamily
- 290,000 Total SF; 3,000 SF Commercial; 171 Units
- Architecture
- Green Globes Certified
Community Environments
Beltline Block
Beltline is a vibrant neighborhood comprised of rich history, modern luxury, and a spirited community with a personality all its own. The development holistically reflects and celebrates the historical character of the district while weaving in modern sophistication. Beltline Block includes a multi-phase mix of residential and commercial uses including four towers, each delivered in a separate phase.
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Project Details
- Calgary, AL
- Crestpoint; ONE Properties
- High-rise, Mixed-use, Multifamily
- 1,800,000 SF; 35,000 SF Commercial; 1,475 units
- Architecture
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