OUR STORY

Michael J. Burns Architects, Ltd. (MJBA) was founded in 1983 and is a North Dakota Professional Corporation. Principal Michael Burns, AIA, CID, NCARB, has more than 40 years of professional experience in both the public and private sectors. Our firm is considered one of the top firms in historic preservation and adaptive reuse in our region.

MJBA has completed projects that vary in size, program, and client profile. They include county buildings, retail, mixed-use, multi-family housing, assisted living, offices, churches, residential, healthcare, hotels, schools, transportation, and higher education facilities. The firm applies its historic preservation and adaptive reuse expertise when working with many of our clients.

MJBA is one of the area’s leading firms with over 40 years of experience. With our outstanding team, we will provide the most highly qualified and relevant professional service that proactively responds to your specific needs with expediency, creativity, and care.

Services

Architectural Design

  • Space Planning

  • Programming

  • Feasibility Studies

Interior Design

  • Finish/Furniture Selection

  • Artwork Selection

 

Historic Preservation and Renovation

  • Historic Tax Act Design

  • Historic Structure Reports

  • Adaptive Reuse

Sustainable Solutions/LEED

3-D Modeling and Rendering Capabilities

Creating Leaders

“MJBA is a Registered
veteran owned Small Business.”

DESIGN AWARDS

National Trust for Historic Preservation Honor Award (2006)

American Institute of Architects North Dakota Honor Award

  • Renaissance Hall: Historic Renovation of Robb Lawrence Building, Fargo, ND (2005) & The National Trust Honor Award

  • Historic Renovation/Addition, Gilmore Hotel, Deadwood, SD (1996)

American Institute of Architects North Dakota Merit Award

American Institute of Architects North Dakota Juror’s Choice Award

  • Olivet Lutheran Church Addition, Fargo, ND (2015)