Mike Bader, AIA is the face behind fuse57 architecture – a licensed architect with over 15 years of experience. He worked at firms in Seattle and Minneapolis that focused on residential, retail and interior design before starting fuse57 architecture in 2005. Mike doesn’t believe in convoluted mission statements packed with jargon (you know, the ones that are full of words like ‘unique’ because shouldn’t all custom design projects be unique?) but he does believe in the following:

Collaboration is king: Elvis may be the real king, but when it comes to client relationships and the design process, a strong partnership trumps all. Every project is approached as a partnership based on shared ideas.
Thoughtful design is well, thoughtful: When it comes to your home, one size does not fit all. Your space should be a reflection of your personality and how you live your life. By approaching every project as a process in which design solutions fulfill more than just space requirements, the end results are customized to how each client lives, works and plays. And since each project is imprinted with the client’s vision, fuse57’s work covers a range of functions and tastes.
Egos are checked at the door: At fuse57 you will find big ideas, not big egos. Although Mike has designed award-winning projects and creates impressive work, he still puts his pants on one leg at a time.
Sustainable design is part of the puzzle: Sustainability means different things to different people. At fuse57, it isn’t about being green just for green’s sake – it is about thinking of appropriate solutions to make the world a better place while solving client’s needs.