A Housing Revolution
The Phoenix showcases the transformative power of innovative design, cutting-edge technological solutions, industrialized construction, and groundbreaking biomaterials to address the global housing crisis, at scale, and on an accelerated timeline.
MBH AND THE PHOENIX FEATURED
AT AUTODESK UNIVERSITY
Using Autodesk Forma for early-stage design, MBH Architects can rapidly explore a huge range of options that meet complex project goals. Adding a floor to a building, nudging the structure’s position north or south, shifting a playground or greenspace from the edge of the development to the center – each move alters the score for cost, carbon, and livability.
- David Benjamin
One challenge in creating sustainable affordable housing is the building facade. The facade often accounts for more than 20% of a building’s embodied carbon, and finding low-carbon materials can be difficult due to demanding performance requirements like durability and fire resistance...Custom-engineered mycelium parts from Ecovative became the core inside a fiber-reinforced-polymer (FRP) shell produced by Kreysler & Associates...The result is a first-of-its-kind facade system with very large panels that are carbon-negative.
- David Benjamin
"The most dangerous phrase in the English language is, 'This is how we have always done it.'"
- Ryan McNulty, Principal
MBH About Town
FROM LAS VEGAS TO DÜSSELDORF
From Las Vegas to Düsseldorf, and everywhere in between, MBH leadership visited the leading trade shows across the world to learn from the best in the industry, as well as share their own experiences and expertise on panels with fellow architects and changemakers.
MBH PLANNING CELEBRATES A MILESTONE
Celebrating a significant milestone, MBH Planning proudly marked its 5-year anniversary in 2023. With offices flourishing in Mumbai and Bengaluru, our dedicated India team has deftly transplanted the essence of the MBH brand and culture, infusing it with a distinctive South Asian flair. In just five years, we have forged a seamless blend that reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation across the vibrant landscapes of India. Cheers to past achievements and the exciting journey ahead!
Another Year of
Award Winners...
This Year Saw MBH Delivering
SMILES
Drawing inspiration from Neiman’s painting of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the opening of the LeRoy Neiman Art Studio at the Bresee Youth Center in Los Angeles is the 16th art studio completed in collaboration with the Good Tidings Foundation.
ICE CREAM
MBH partnered with Sweet Izzy, Cape Cod’s first and only entirely vegan, gluten-free, soy-free ice cream shop, to extend their allergen friendly offerings to Denver, CO.
AND EXPANDED SERVICES
MBH offers in-house Environmental Graphic Design and Fixture Design services that seamlessly integrate with our architectural teams. Our collaborative approach across design disciplines fosters creativity, delivering tailored experiences for clients. From custom built-ins to branded interiors and engaging artwork, our integrated design process ensures visitors are fully immersed and engaged with the space from the moment they enter.
GIVING BACK
SINCE 1989
MBH’s tradition of social responsibility was instilled in the firm since day one by Founding Principal John McNulty, who has always placed great value on helping others. From designing Art Centers for under-served youth across the nation to firm-wide days of service, there is rarely a day of work that does not include the planning or executing of something for the benefit of others. Since expanding to five offices, that philanthropic commitment has extended to serve each of the communities that have welcomed MBH. From raising funds for charitable organizations like Bike Together, World Central Kitchen, and Leap Arts in Education, to firmwide efforts to clean up local parks for Earth Day to providing mentorship for aspiring architects, MBH is always looking for the next passion project to help make a difference in our communities.
Work Hard, Play Harder
