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MITCHELL ARCHITECTURAL STUDIO

Welcome to Mitchell Architectural Studio, where architectural design is delivered with intention, precision and a personal touch.  Our firm was created to provide clients with a refined, collaborative design experience centered on understanding their needs and elevating their vision.

We look forward to being your design partner on your next project!

Project
Types

Healthcare

Office

Financial 

Hospitality

Municipal

Religious

Institutional

Community

Industrial

Education

Food Service

Retail

Our Services

Pre-Design & Master Planning

We provide strategic pre-design services that bring clarity to the earliest stages of your project.

Through needs assessments, facility evaluations, program development, code and site analysis, early budgeting, and concept level design studies, we align vision, scope, and investment from the start - reducing risk, strengthening decision making and setting the foundation for a successful project.

This early groundwork gives you clarity and confidence before major investments are made.

Architectural Design & Engineering

Our architectural design and engineering services integrate creativity, technical precision, and client collaboration to bring each project to life.

From early concept development through detailed construction documentation, we deliver thoughtful, buildable solutions tailored to your goals.

Our team coordinates all architectural and engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration, code compliance, and design excellence - balancing form, function, and performance at every stage.

Bidding, Negotiation & Construction Administration

We support your project from design through construction, managing bidding, contractor selection, and negotiations with a focus on transparency and alignment.

Throughout construction, we provide active oversight to uphold design intent, quality and schedule - ensuring the built result reflects the vision for the project.

Our ongoing guidance throughout construction gives you peace of mind that your project will be delivered successfully.

Our Approach

At Mitchell Architectural Studio, our approach is driven by the belief that each architectural project is an opportunity to create timeless and meaningful spaces.

 

We approach each design with meticulous care and dedication, ensuring that it embodies the aspirations of our clients and contributes positively to the built environment.

Leadership

Bret Mitchell is the President of Mitchell Architectural Studio.  He has over 30 years of experience in commercial, healthcare, municipal, institutional, educational, religious and hospitality architecture.  This diverse experience has given him a substantial breadth of knowledge in a variety of building systems, construction methods and space planning options.  Bret brings his unique perspective to each and every project.

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My
Story

Since graduating from the University of Oregon in 1993, Bret has built a distinguished award-winning career in commercial architecture, earning licensure in both Illinois and Minnesota.

 

His work spans a wide range of project types across the Midwest, many of which are highlighted in our portfolio. This depth of experience shapes the foundation of Mitchell Architectural Studio and informs the thoughtful, client‑focused approach he brings to every project.

Select Project Experience

Throughout his career, Bret has partnered with a diverse set of clients to shape spaces that reflect their goals, values, and communities. A curated selection of these architectural projects can be accessed below.

Client Testimonials

“Your understanding of our vision along with your energy and customer focus are exemplary”

Jim Gregorec

Business Manager

Crossroads Christian Church

“This is our second build out experience with Bret and I want to build another massive structure just so that I can work with Bret again. There’s nothing like being able to have a peace of mind and know your project is being well taken care of.”

Dr. Kimberly Wright

The Wright Center for Women's Health

Naperville, Illinois

"There were more than 1700 people at Crossroads this weekend and 'breathtaking' was a word I heard more than once.  Thank you!  You are quite the artist!  God bless you."

Pastor Matt Summers

Lead Pastor

Crossroads Christian Church

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