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MG2 has joined Colliers Engineering & Design. ⁠ ⁠ Colliers Engineering & Design is a multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, design, and consulting firm headquartered in Holmdel, NJ that we have worked with for many years. Together, our combined businesses establish us as a leading, full-service Design, Architecture and Engineering firm. ⁠ ⁠ "Partnering with Colliers Engineering & Design enables us to expand our services as well as our geographic reach, and our staff is enthusiastic about the opportunities this partnership presents for the future of the practice," says MG2 Chief Executive Officer and Chairman Mitch Smith, AIA, LEED AP. ⁠ ⁠ Read more in the press release in our link in bio. ⁠ _______________________________________________________⁠ @colliersinternational @colliersengineering #colliers #engineering #mg2design #architecturenews #architecuredesign #retaildesign

MG2 is currently supporting multiple sites for a national sustainable data center client across the U.S., with each project presenting unique structural and operational requirements. ⁠ ⁠ MG2 partnered with Edged US to develop a sustainable data center campus on more than 80 acres near Atlanta, GA. The campus includes 17 data halls delivering 169 MW of critical data center capacity. Edged US’s advanced closed-loop waterless cooling system supports high-performance operations while saving millions of gallons of water annually by eliminating on-site water consumption. Throughout the design process, MG2 worked closely with the project team to address acoustic performance, implementing strategies to minimize operational noise while maintaining the campus’s efficiency and sustainability goals.⁠ ⁠ “Data centers are constantly evolving,” says Eric Marks, MG2 Managing Principal in the Washington D.C. office, who has witnessed rapid advancements and changes over the last 20 years. “Edged US is taking mission critical to the next level by incorporating an ultra-efficient waterless cooling system into its latest project in Atlanta.”⁠ ⁠ Read more about our Data Centers in the link in bio.

The 2026 Architizer A+ Award Finalists have been announced. Our First Light project in Seattle has been selected as a finalist for the Multi Unit Housing - High Rise (16+ Floors) category!⁠ ⁠ First Light, a 48-story mixed-use high-rise—retail, office, and luxury residential—in downtown Seattle, was designed as a livable piece of art. As Executive Architect, MG2 collaborated with Westbank and James KM Cheng Architects to take this complex project from design concept to final delivery.⁠ Suspended over the city, the tower’s most prominent feature is a jaw-dropping cantilevered rooftop pool framed by panoramic views of downtown Seattle, Elliott Bay, and Mt. Rainier. At the tower’s base, “The Veil,” a permanent seven-story glass installation by sculptural glass artist John Hogan, wraps the podium in 10,000 glass discs creating an everchanging façade. Additional standout elements include a terraced clubhouse and an open-air Secret Garden.⁠ ⁠ Public voting for the Popular Choice Award is open now through May 15. Log in or create your Architizer account to cast your vote.⁠ ⁠ Vote for First Light in the link in bio. ⁠ @westbankcorp @buildgroupinc @morismoreno ⁠ #ArchitizerAwards

You’re invited to the Opening Reception! Join us for a first look at these intricate models, meet the designers, and enjoy complimentary drinks and light bites. [Link in bio to book your tickets for the Opening Reception!] 🗓️ Thursday, April 16 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM 📍 MG2 Seattle Design Studio | 1101 2nd Ave #100 Can’t make the opening? The exhibit is open to the public from April 17 – May 23. 📍 Visit the Exhibit: Open to the public April 17 – May 23 Thursday – Saturday | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM #SeattleArchitecture #SAFModelExhibit #Emergence2026 #ArchitecturalModels #SeattleDesign #DesignCommunity #MG2Design

As the cinema industry continues to evolve and entice people back to the theatre, the big screen remains the primary reason they come through the door. The opportunity now is everything that shapes the experience around it.⁠ ⁠ Our report, Creating New Kinds Of Magic At The Movies, explores how consumer expectations are shifting. Audiences are still coming for the viewing experience, but comfort is non-negotiable, with a clear expectation for premium seating and more personal space. Spaces designed for shared moments, whether taking photos or spending time together, are also playing a bigger role in how people choose where to go and how long they stay.⁠ ⁠ For cinema brands, the questions to be asking include: Where are there friction points in the current experience? What is worth investing in, and what is not? And how can the theatre give people more than one reason to come through the door?⁠ ⁠ If you are interested in a deeper look at what is shaping the next era of cinema, the full report is linked in bio.⁠ ⁠ #MG2Advisory⁠

We're excited to celebrate the opening of Flight Club in Seattle! The MG2 project team was there to mark the occasion, welcoming this dynamic new destination to South Lake Union.⁠ ⁠ Flight Club is an upscale, technology-enabled Social Darts concept that delivers a premium experience blending elevated food and drink with an innovative take on the classic game. ⁠ “Hospitality today is about creating memorable experiences, and this project was an opportunity to collaborate in the design of a space that truly brings people together,” says Nick Caputo, MG2 Principal. “Working closely with the Flight Club team, we focused on crafting an environment that balances atmosphere, functionality, and a strong sense of place.”⁠ ⁠ Read more in the link in bio.

Colliers Engineering & Design and MG2 Design are aligned in how we show up - for our teams, our clients, and our communities - making our partnership stronger. From design excellence and integrated collaboration to doing what’s right, staying curious, and fostering safe, responsible environments, we’re united in the principles that drive meaningful project outcomes. It’s the same trusted professionals you know, now with expanded capabilities, broader resources, and elevated expertise through our partnership. @mg2_design

Looking back at all that we accomplished in 2025, MG2 is honored to have received these project awards: ⁠ ⁠ 6 Corners Lofts⁠ - Multi-Housing News—Winner, Adaptive Reuse, Excellence Awards.⁠ - Multifamily Executive—Grand Award, Adaptive Reuse, MFE Awards.⁠ - Multifamily Executive—Winner, Multifamily Community of the Year, MFE Awards.⁠ - Architizer: A+ Awards—Finalist, Architizer A+ Awards, Architecture +Adaptive Reuse.⁠ - Architizer: A+ Awards—Special Mention, Architizer A+ Awards, Residential Adaptive Reuse Project.⁠ ⁠ First Light⁠ - NAIOPWA—Winner, High-Rise Residential Development of the Year, Night of the Stars Awards.⁠ - ENR West—Winner, Best Residential/Hospitality Project, Best Projects Awards.⁠ ⁠ Kizik Pop-up⁠ - VMSD—Honorable Mention, International Visual Competition.⁠ ⁠ Amazon Delivery Station⁠ - NAIOP Hawaii Chapter—Winner, NAIOP Kukulu Hale Awards.⁠ ⁠ Good American - Selfridges Shop-in-Shop⁠ - Shop! Association—Silver, Shop! Design Awards.⁠ ⁠ Leica ⁠ - Shop! Association—Silver, Shop! Design Awards.⁠ ⁠ Sorel Pop-up⁠ - Shop! Association—Winner, Shop! Global Awards.⁠ - GRAY Magazine Online—Finalist, Gray Awards.⁠ ⁠ Find these awards and more in the link in bio. ⁠

Gen Alpha (ages 8 to 14) is shaping how brands and stores show up today and in the future. Through focus group interviews conducted by MG2 Advisory, they shared what matters most: meaningful interaction, opportunities to explore, and a voice in the brands they engage with.⁠ ⁠ Download the MG2 Advisory report, Young in Age, Mighty in Impact: Gen Alpha Is Rewriting the Rules for Brands, to see these insights in action and understand how to build loyalty for the future.⁠ ⁠ Download the full report in the link in bio. ⁠ ⁠ #MG2Advisory

Flight Club is an upscale, technology-enabled Social Darts concept that delivers a premium experience blending elevated food and drink with an innovative take on the classic game. MG2 partnered with State of Play to bring the brand’s newest location to Cincinnati, Ohio.⁠ ⁠ Inspired by the charm of a Victorian-era pub and the whimsy of British fairgrounds, the interior is warm, inviting, and playful. Decorative elements sourced across England reinforce an authentic and immersive atmosphere. Overhead, large suspended ring lights infuse the space with energy, enhancing social interaction. The central bar, featuring cabochon lights and surrounded by black-and-white checkered tile, establishes a vibrant focal point that defines the heart of the venue.⁠ ⁠ Beyond Cincinnati, MG2 continues its collaboration with State of Play, launching future Flight Club locations in major cities across North America, including Seattle, Dallas, and Minneapolis.⁠ ⁠ Read more about our Flight Club project in the link in bio. ⁠ ⁠ _______________________________⁠ ⁠ #decor #interiorstyle #design #architecture #designinspiration #creative #mg2design

Gen Alpha (ages 8 to 14) are shaping retail expectations long before they hold a credit card, and 3 personas reveal why one size fits none: The Confident Chooser, The Transition Tween, and The Expressive Explorer. Their influence shows up in what stores prioritize, what products gain momentum, and what households ultimately buy. Brands that treat “kids” as a single audience miss the nuance that drives attention today and loyalty tomorrow. ⁠ ⁠ Download our report to explore how Gen Alpha personas are influencing retail expectations today, and see the 5 strategies brands can act on to establish fandom and earn loyalty that lasts.⁠ ⁠ Download the full report in the link in bio. ⁠ ________________________________________⁠ ⁠ #MG2Advisory

These year-end promotions celebrate the creativity, expertise, and problem-solving mindset our team brings to their work every day.⁠ ⁠ Congratulations to those stepping into new roles and continuing to make an impact!⁠ ⁠ Adrianna Spence, Crystal Jehly, Hanna O’Connor, Megan Danell, Yessenia Islas, Alveena Kamran, Charlie Bradley, Drew Landis, Hoseong Kang, Jeanette Julian, Katie Fenn, Malena Mendez-Ortiz, Sarah Rozaidi, Agnes Vincent, Rosalyn Roman (@ark_ros ), Ahmed Islamoglu, Alina Dembiczak, Nubia Herrera, Tommy Nguyen , Yusuf Islamoglu, Tatiana Castano, Brett Kirk, Leticia Ramirez, Negin Sharifi, Willie Mak, Angela Balmer, Christina Puzon, Craig Chapman, Joseph Welch (@joewelch76 ), Mike Knoff, Ryan Hartsuff, Sophia Valencia, Leul Getahun, Anjelique Brown, Ping Doan, Lyndsay Digman, Nick Portman, Charles Abuel, Danielle Thireault, Kelsey Delahunt (@kelseydelahunt ), Samantha Weissberg (@samiweissberg_ ), Rachael Green, Lauren Bizzigotti, Alyssa Taylor, Margarita Medina (@hopeispower1love ), Debbie Huynh, Lauren Muller, Jackie Kennedy, Harvey Huang, Jihee Kim