Macdonald & Mack Architects

At MacDonald & Mack Architects, we are a team of architects, preservationists, researchers, and investigators dedicated to making buildings work for the next generation and beyond. As a certified woman-owned business (WBE/DBE), we are committed to supporting women architects and promoting diversity in the profession.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide the highest level of stewardship for both buildings and relationships. We believe in thinking about the long-term success of the structures we work on and the people we work with. We prioritize respect, teamwork, clear communication, and a commitment to the very best end result.

Our Services

MacDonald & Mack Architects has been at the forefront of the preservation movement since our founding in 1976. We offer a range of services, including:

• Historic building preservation and restoration
• Adaptive reuse of historic buildings
• Research and investigation of existing buildings
• Forensic analysis and documentation
• HABS/HAER survey projects
• Residential design
• Historic preservation planning and consulting

Our Team

Our team is led by Angela Wolf Scott, AIA, LEED AP, who is dedicated to our architectural heritage and the intersection of historic preservation, sustainability, and the urban environment. Our team also includes Todd Grover, FAIA, who is knowledgeable about buildings of the modern movement, and Stuart MacDonald, AIA, who co-founded MacDonald & Mack in 1976 and has served as principal-in-charge for numerous preservation projects. Robert C. Mack, FAIA, FAPT, our co-founder, is an Adjunct Professor Emeritus in the College of Design at the University of Minnesota and has taught graduate-level classes in historic preservation.

Our Expertise

With decades of experience, our team has developed a deep knowledge of existing buildings of all eras and has used the latest forensic investigation methods and technology to preserve and restore historic structures. We have worked on numerous projects, including the Washburn-Crosby A Mill, Christ Church Lutheran, the Gale Mansion, Carlson Lime Kiln, Arvonne Fraser Library, and MnDOT Roadside Properties.

Our Core Values

We prioritize respect, teamwork, clear communication, and a commitment to the very best end result. We believe in thinking about the long-term success of the structures we work on and the people we work with. We treat our employees, collaborators, and clients right, emphasizing respect, teamwork, clear communication, and a commitment to the very best end result.