Who we are and what we can do for you
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
Architecture is an ever-developing field. We are surrounded by it, and it reflects on our communities and creativity. We at MJBA aim to provide leaders for our community and promote creativity, hard work, attention to detail, and quality results. We encourage our younger staff to voice their thoughts and ideas. We believe this helps to create the best possible work and encourages growth. Limiting them to menial tasks harms them and our future. We hope to share our focus on restoration and preservation and promote a community-aware mindset where we can use our resources best and preserve what came before us while providing modern solutions and comfort.
Historic Preservation and Restoration
We’re here to help, whether it’s a university renovation project or new residential construction. Give us a call or send us an email, and we will be happy to help you from start to finish!
MJBA is a Registered Veteran owned Small Business.
DESIGN AWARDS
National Trust for Historic Preservation Honor Award (2006)
Renaissance Hall: Historic Renovation of Robb Lawrence Building, Fargo, ND
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
Old Main Renovation, NDSCS, Wahpeton, ND (2015)
Family HealthCare (Pence Automobile Building Renovation) (2014) & Fargo Heritage Society Design Award
St. Joseph’s Parish Community Renovation/Expansion, Moorhead, MN (2006)
Whitnack Building Renovation (MJBA Offices), Moorhead, MN (2000) & Fargo Heritage Society Design Award
Hailstone Creek South Rest Area, New Salem, ND (1998)
Historic Renovation: Great Northern Depot, Fargo, ND (1997)
Brew Pub Addition, Trader-n-Trapper Restaurant, Moorhead, MN (1996)
American Institute of Architects North Dakota Juror’s Choice Award
Olivet Lutheran Church Addition, Fargo, ND (2015)