AFFILIATIONS
American Institute of Architects
International Interior Design Association
Sustainable Building Advisor

Michael Payne, AIA, IIDA, SBA

Architect

Michael is a Senior Project Architect who is committed to socially responsible design and providing solutions to complex design problems, bringing clients’ ideas to life. With over 25 years of experience in design and project creation, he leverages his position as a designer and architect to contribute to the public realm by providing spaces that the community can enjoy. He prioritizes design decisions and sensible material choices that have a lasting, positive impact on communities. Michael uses his leadership across projects to bring these values to the forefront of every project.

With expertise in design management, project management, and client management, Michael brings a collaborative and communicative approach to his work. His goal is to merge design opportunities with client and firm objectives, creating meaningful spaces that last. With a passion for preserving natural environments, Michael applies his knowledge of sustainable practices to every project.

Throughout his work process, Michael aims to manifest MWA’s core values through diplomacy, daily curiosity, and local implementation of designing for the world’s needs.

In his free time, Michael loves working on design projects on his property, cycling, and traveling.