At heart, we see architecture as problem-solving.
Our design process is collaborative and deliberate, resolving big-picture challenges first and refining priorities with our clients as we develop the right solution for each project.
Good ideas don’t appear from nowhere or fit on a napkin; they emerge from careful consideration, clear goals, and a straightforward process.
This is our process. This is how we work.
Our Services
We provide architectural services that guide projects from concept to completion including design, code compliance, permitting, construction observation we also provide comprehensive services to help our clients understand their physical spaces. Whether designing a new building, reimagining an existing space, or refining details, we work closely with clients to develop thoughtful, functional solutions.
Property Owners & Landlords
Building repositioning, leasing support, marketing materials, speculative suites, amenity spaces, ADA compliance, and portfolio improvements.
Work Place Tenants & Businesses
Workplace strategy, tenant improvements, office design, space planning, and interior architecture, furniture coordination, test fits.
Commercial/Retail Tenants
Space planing, site selection assistance, design standards creating or following existing.
Residential Clients
New custom homes, additions, renovations, ADUs, inspection violations, fire repairs, gut renovations.
Developers
Feasibility studies, Site planning, prototype home design, adaptive reuse, multi-family housing, mixed-use developments.
Our Team
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Marc Anderson, AIA
Principal
Marc earned his Master of Architecture degree from The Ohio State University, where he explored the impact of surveillance on urban design. His undergraduate studies at Purdue University focused on animation, blending storytelling with atmospheric design.
With experience in award-winning projects, including higher education spaces and iconic landmarks, Marc specializes in translating client goals into functional, efficient, and well-crafted environments. A Chicago Registered Self-Certification Architect, he is licensed in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Wisconsin, Michigan, Florida, Kentucky, Georgia, and Connecticut.
Outside of architecture, Marc enjoys swimming and cultivating trees, training them as Bonsai.
Felipe Quiros
Design Director
Felipe earned his degree from the Pontifical Bolivarian University’s School of Architecture and Design. He focuses on creating spaces that align with client expectations while maintaining quality design within tight budgets. With a deep passion for architectural and interior design history—from the industrial era to today—he has a particular interest in objects, furniture, and residential design. While he considers every new project his most important, he is especially proud of designing and building the new immigration courts and defense lawyer offices for the DOJ.
Outside of architecture, Felipe is a passionate cycling racer who enjoys building and collecting custom bicycles. He can talk for hours about the bicycle industry, design, and professional racing.
Rachel Much
Designer
Rachel earned degrees from the University of Chicago and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Her work explores creative solutions for salvaged materials, integrating artistic and spatial practices, and expanding design to include community organizing and development. A career highlight includes completing and publishing a Chuppah installation for her wedding, generated from a custom bobbin lace script her and her husband developed.
Beyond architecture, Rachel is passionate about development projects that promote equitable and sustainable housing in Chicago. She also enjoy collecting and dealing vintage art and furniture.
Felipe Alonso
Designer
Felipe earned his degree from ORT University in Uruguay, specializing in architectural design, 3D visualization, and 2D drawings. His studies focused on a range of projects varying in scale and program, with his thesis exploring different types of architectural representation.
Outside of architecture, Felipe enjoys playing soccer with friends, finding it a great way to stay active and connected. He was also his leagues MVP.
Magdalena Basualdo
Admin
Magdalena studied Film & TV Production at Taller Imagen in Buenos Aires. She is passionate about art, graphic design, music, and architecture, with a particular interest in visual communication, storytelling, and the ways ideas can be translated into meaningful visual experiences.
At Marc Anderson Architects, she contributes to communications, branding, and the studio’s daily operations, helping support both the creative and organizational aspects of the practice.
Outside of work, she is also a yoga teacher and leads classes focused on movement, body awareness, and mindful exploration.
Federico Pick
Designer
Fede earned his degree from Universidad de Palermo and specializes in retail and residential architecture. A key moment in his career was contributing to the development of a high-end hotel in the Bahamas, an experience that provided significant professional growth and the opportunity to work on a unique project.
In his free time, Fede enjoys listening to music and going for runs.