ZPD+A Architects, in collaboration with Mekus Tanager Inc., documented significant developments during the February site visit at Our Lady of Hope at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township, Michigan. Construction continues to develop during the cold, short days of winter to reveal substantial progress as the chapel and mausoleum begin to emerge as we move into spring. Mekus Tanager brings extensive experience in mausoleum design, while ZPD+A is leading the design of the ch

"Women’s history is an essential and indispensable part of the national narrative. By understanding the achievements, struggles, and contributions of women throughout history, we gain a fuller, more accurate, and more inclusive understanding of our collective past." -Hillary Clinton Former First Lady of the United States, U.S. Senator, and Secretary of State Women’s History Month is both a celebration and a moment of reflection—an opportunity to honor the trailblazers whose c

It's March in Chicago, imagine building your most valued hospitality and commercial design industry connections while sailing through Caribbean blue waters. That is All Points Design , a premier one-to-one vendor to designer matchmaking experience exclusively for the hospitality design industry on a boat. All Points Design brings together top buyers and suppliers for face-to-face meetings designed to spark lasting partnerships. No crowded convention floors. No missed connecti

Happy Birthday, Chicago! 189 years ago today, a city was platted on the edge of a lake — and it has never stopped building itself into something greater. From the ashes of 1871 a new skyline rose, creating an architectural language copied around the world. From the drawing boards of historical firms like Adler and Sullivan, and Frank Lloyd Wright came new forms of living in space, while today’s firms and schools continue to shape architectural futures globally. Our rich neigh

Today's social challenges and culture shifts have led to growing isolation, disengagement from community, and a mounting mental health crisis. HeadMaze was built for exactly this moment. The HeadMaze project includes two distinct but intertwined spaces - the “ monument ” and the “ pavilion .”  Both spaces – along with the creative team behind them – activate a platform for city-wide engagement and social impact through immersive experiences, civic activations, and collaborati

Looking back on 2025, the zpd+a team tackled a truly diverse range of projects that challenged and stimulated our creative thinking. From navigating Chicago's permitting processes for historic residences converting to office space and back again, to designing experiential monuments that pushed the boundaries of modular off-site production, to breaking ground on a 20+ acre site in Michigan, to curating a valued client's art collection—the constant scale shifts kept us agile an

For decades, architects have intuitively understood that natural elements improve our built environments, celebrating natural materials, natural light and fresh air. Today, neuroscience is revealing exactly why, and the findings are transforming how we approach commercial design. Biophilic design, the practice of integrating nature and natural elements into the built environment to improve human health and well-being, isn't just aesthetically pleasing. Research shows it funda

Aerial Footage from Frank Rewold & Sons ZPD+A Architects, in collaboration with Mekus Tanager Inc., is designing Our Lady of Hope, a new collection of mausoleum buildings centered around a chapel at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township, Michigan. Mekus Tanager brings extensive experience in mausoleum design, while ZPD+A is leading the design of the chapel and coordinating the overall architectural vision. The master plan shown in the render balances organic formality and

We're super excited to kick off this new project in this iconic residential building, Lake Point Tower. A true Chicago original at the precipice of Navy Pier with an epic view of the Lake Michigan horizon. It’s not the first time we have done work in the building either- each floor features photography by zpd+a principal, Anthony Zahner. Needless to say, it’s great to be back. Art by Anthony Zahner The radial view from the 46th floor is unparalleled and ready for an interior

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum The zpd+a team travelled far and wide this year, lots of steps and plenty of flight miles were earned! A late summer trip took us to Scotland. At 850 years young, Glasgow is a city packed full of layered history and character. For the architecture and interior design-minded, it is the beating heart of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, alongside his wife Margaret Macdonald, her sister Frances, and Herbert MacNair—collectively known as “The Four”. Al