Multi Family
At MRCI we have a passion for affordable housing, small multi-family projects, townhomes, and neighborhood infill projects. If you are looking to increase the density of housing units on your site, we can help you do feasibility studies, massing studies, develop conceptual design options, and then take your project through the design, permitting and construction […]
Alki UCC Church Master Plan
MRCi is currently working with the Alki UCC’s Future Story Team to address both short and long term planning for their almost 100 year old campus in West Seattle. Originally founded in 1926 and then adding a new mid-century modern sanctuary in 1958, the church campus has a long history of supporting the neighborhood and […]
Mountain Cabin
This modern, Scandinavian style cabin is about to begin construction in Washington, near Mount Rainier. It has a total SF of about 1,100 SF, with 2 bedrooms + 1 bath. The square plan features a vaulted ceiling cut at a diagonal across the plan to create dynamic spaces and a loft that overlooks the main […]
Skal Cabin
Introducing our Modern Scandinavian Cabin Design. Whether lakeside, in the woods, on a mountain, or anywhere with a view, this 1000 SF modern cabin will provide warmth and comfort so you can reconnect with nature. Features include a vaulted ceiling over the great room and loft area, a full wall of windows to capture the […]
MI Lakehouse
Currently in design, this new lakefront home in Michigan is starting construction in 2024. It is a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home featuring a great room with loft to capture the beautiful lake views. View of Great Room with loft space above The main floor features the Great Room with fireplace and connections to a […]
Lake Cottage 1421
COMPLETED CONSTRUCTION 2020 This lakefront home, is located in Southwest Michigan (Climate Zone 5) and consists of 2,400 SF interior conditioned space, plus 575 SF garages for 2,975 SF of total area. The lot is an old lot platted in the 1950’s and is long and narrow, being a bit pie shaped with its wide […]
LEED CERTIFIED
Michael Carlson brings his personal experience of completing 16 LEED certified projects to date, and other numerous sustainable projects to M R Carlson Inc. PLATINUM CERTIFIED: Birch Haven Residence, Middleville, MI, LEED for Homes Platinum, 2017 HERS score of 26, SIP construction with photo-voltaics. Learning Gate Community School, Lutz FL, LEED for Schools Platinum, 2010. […]
Danish Modern
This existing, traditional, split level ranch home, located in the greater Seattle area has been transformed into a Danish modern interior. Goals included opening up the interior spaces to create a flow between various functions, visually connecting the upper bedrooms level to the main living level, updating the exterior front entry of the home, a […]
Skal Residence
Currently in design, this home located in Southwest Michigan is 2500 SF conditioned space, plus 1200 SF of non-conditioned space for a total area of 3,700 SF. The home sits one lot of a beautiful lake and is set up to maximize the capture of those views to the water. It is 2.5 stories high […]
Fred’s Restaurant
The renovations sought to create a casual yet elegant atmosphere in which locals and tourist could come to experience Sarasota. The American-contemporary design of both the interior improvements and the complete exterior renovation gave new life to the restaurant and the surrounding area. In addition to a new restaurant and bar, the project included renovations […]
Kashi by the River
New Construction24,000 SF$4 Million By the River, located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, is an affordable senior housing development established to serve the needs of the frail elderly and disabled. Built along the Roseland Road Corridor in Sebastian, By the River offers unique life enhancing programs and in-home health services. Housed on over five acres of […]
Places of Worship
Carlson Studio has been designing places for worship, fellowship and learning since 2000. We have successfully completed over 40 projects in this building type, including sanctuaries from 200 to 1200 seats, traditional and contemporary. FAITH BAPTIST SANCTUARY, 23,000 SF, 1200 seat sanctuary, The project includes one main sanctuary with stage and control room, and an […]
Circus Arts
Master Plan, including site re-development, new construction, and renovation of existing arena including 25,160 SF of existing structures & 86,771 SF of proposed Buildings, on 2.2 Acres The Circus Arts Conservatory serves as a legacy to those that have set the standards for international circus performance. Founded in 1997 as “Circus Sarasota”, the organization was […]
Tampa Bay Rays
Project Descriptions below Interior Guidelines The team of Carlson Studio Architecture & PRA had the opportunity to share and create a unified vision for all future interior spaces at the Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. The Design Guidelines are a written and illustrated guide suitable to be used for future interior remodeling and renovations […]
Community Center
LEED NC Silver Certified New Construction4,800 SF$750,000 The Janie Gardens Community Center provides community service functions for residents of the new “Janie’s Gardens” Housing development. The Sarasota Housing Authority is redeveloping the existing Janie Poe community as a multi-phase project. Partners on the project include Torti Galas and Partners of Washington D.C., Michael’s Development Company […]
Floating Marina
LEED NC Gold Certified New Construction2,000 SF$300,000Cottonwood Cove Floating Marina is a 2,000 SF structure on a custom fabricated floating dock system on Lake Mohave, just outside Searchlight, Nevada. The project is part of Cottonwood Cove Resort in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and provides rentals for personal watercraft and houseboats. Additionally the marina […]
Children’s Center
New Construction12,000 SF$1.8 Million The newest addition to the Glasser-Schoenbaum Health and Human Services campus is the new “Sally and Sam Shapiro Babies & Children’s Medical Center”. This campus consists of a non profit “Center of Caring” that houses over 17 non-profit health and human services agencies that help low income and at risk adults, […]
Medical Office
LEED CI CertifiedInterior Tenant Build-Out3,400 SF$500,000 The clients for the Lakewood Ranch Plastic Surgery project envisioned a luxurious oasis to offer unparalleled amenities in a relaxing and rejuvenating environment. The tranquil and organic design of this facility allows one to escape to one of 5 exam rooms, a procedure room, four offices, reception/lobby and checkout, […]
Sun N Fun
LEED NC Gold CertifiedNew Construction18,000 SF$5 Million The LEED Gold Certified Lifestyle Wellness Center was designed for Florida based Sun -N- Fun RV Resort. Looking to attract the baby boomer generation, the resort sought to provide a higher class of services. The building is comprised of a therapy spa, an indoor 25 meter lap & […]
Twin Lakes
LEED-NC Gold Certified LEED NC v2.1 Gold CertifiedNew Construction27,000 SF$3.2 MillionThe Twin Lakes Park Office complex is a LEED NC Gold Certified Building designed for the Sarasota County Government and was the highest scoring LEED NC v2.0 Building in Florida until 2009. The facility won the 2003 SUSTAINABLE FLORIDA / FLORIDA AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS […]
HGTV 2009
LEED for Homes Platinum Certified What Makes it Green? FLOOR PLAN This 3,900 SF, 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, which earned LEED Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council, is loaded with sustainable features beginning with mindful building orientation to maximize north / south exposures for optimum shading and protect interiors from sun exposure. […]
Audubon
LEED NC GOLD CERTIFIED NET ZERO ENERGY CERTIFIED The Audubon Nature Center PROJECT DESCRIPTIONAudubon Nature CenterLEED-NC Gold Certified 2016Net Zero Energy Certified, New Buildings InstituteNew Construction5,500 SF$1,100,000 The Sarasota Audubon Society (SAS) is the local branch of The National Audubon Society (Audubon), a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to conservation. The key purpose of the Sarasota […]
CSA Offices
LEED-CI CERTIFIED INTERIORS PROJECT DESCRIPTIONLEED CI Silver CertifiedAdaptive Reuse2,500 SF$210,000 Carlson Studio Architecture purchased a 1930’s grocery store in the heart of downtown Sarasota and converted it into its new headquarters. The interior build out has been awarded LEED Silver Certification in the LEED-CI program of the USGBC. The design achieved a 47% reduction in […]
Cancer Support
LEED-NC Gold Certified 12,000 sf $3.5 million budget A facility for the Cancer Support community – Sarasota, Florida The facility was intentionally designed and constructed to deliver optimum care in the areas of psychological and social support to people affected by cancer – those with the disease as well as their loved ones and caregivers. […]
Birch Haven
LEED for Homes Platinum Certified New Construction4,200 SF The Birch Haven Residence is located on a lake in Southwest Michigan. It is a 4,200 SF residence that is LEED for Homes Platinum certified. The home includes 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a game room and features a dynamic 2 story central living space that overlooks the […]
Michael R. Carlson, Architect 