The Twin Cities are home to some of the most beautiful and inspiring buildings in the Midwest—and we are proud to have played a role in several of them. Mpls.St.Paul Magazine recently published a “Field Guide to Urban Exploring: Architecture Edition,” celebrating the architecture that defines the Twin Cities and…

Alliiance ranks #8 on the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal’s 2024 list of the 50 Largest Architecture Firms in the Twin Cities. This annual ranking highlights firms with the highest architectural revenue generated in the Twin Cities metro area. Alliiance’s consistent ranking in the top ten reflects the scale of our…

Alliiance’s new president, Mamie Harvey, was featured in the Star Tribune! In the article, she shares how she got started in architecture, her thoughts on the evolving industry, and what initiatives she is focusing on as president. Mamie has played a key role at Alliiance for more than 25 years,…

John. T. Tate Hall is a historic building located in the Northrop Mall Historic District on the University of Minnesota’s Twin Cities campus. Alliiance designed the renovation and addition that transformed the building into vibrant and flexible learning spaces. Architect Anna Pravinata, describes in The Plan Journal’s article, “Democratic Light:…

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is in the spotlight! Our work on the MSP Baggage Claim Expansion and Modernization Project at Terminal 1 was recently featured in Airport Improvement Magazine, showcasing how the project enhances both operational efficiency and the passenger experience. As a component of MSP’s multimillion-dollar, multiphase Terminal…

Alliiance is pleased to welcome Amanda Aspenson, AIA, as a principal and Academic Studio co-leader. Amanda has extensive experience in higher education and is highly regarded by her clients. Her keen talent for project management, ability to address complex issues with clarity and precision, unwavering commitment to design excellence, and…

As Alliiance enters an exciting new chapter, our new president, Mamie Harvey, sat down with Twin Cities Business to share her perspective on women’s leadership in architecture and the art of balance. She describes her approach to balanced leadership as: “Toughness, fairness, and knowledge without overload. Confidence, humility, and consistency…

We are pleased to announce the following promotions to principal:   Melissa Cross, AIA Since joining Alliiance in 2014, Melissa has provided all aspects of architectural professional service on a wide range of projects, including Buffalo Wild Wings and airport projects in Memphis, TN; San Diego, CA; Oakland, CA; Chicago…

We are pleased to announce the following promotions to senior associate:   Amanda Arnold, AIA, LEED Green Associate Since joining Alliiance in 2018, Amanda has steadily expanded her expertise as a project architect. She has deepened her experience in the Science & Technology sector and has played a key leadership…

We are pleased to announce the following promotions to associate:   Michaela Cook, WELL AP Michaela joined Alliiance in 2021 as an interiors team intern and quickly moved to a full-time position upon graduating. She brings enthusiasm, curiosity, and a great attitude to all her teams. Michaela is proficient in…

Higher education spaces are rapidly evolving. Nina Ebbighausen, principal at Alliiance, and adjunct associate professor at the University of Minnesota, shared her insights in The Chronicle of Higher Education’s recent article “The Evolving College Classroom.” The piece explores the current challenges facing higher education institutions and the future of learning…

From our founding as The Architectural Alliance, we have embraced the principle of shared leadership, fostering a culture of partnership and smooth transitions throughout the firm’s evolution. In keeping with this tradition, we are proud to announce that Mamie Harvey is the new president of Alliiance, signifying a new chapter…