Miklos and Associates P.A., Architects and Planners are a professional consulting firm dedicated to excellence in the field of Architecture and Planning. The Firm was founded in 1983 and has been located in Boca Raton, Florida, since their inception. Through their involvement with many different project types Miklos and Associates (M&A) have attained a wide range of Architectural and Planning experience. M&A has a diverse design portfolio with a wide variety of projects including Commercial, Multi-Family, Institutional, Medical, Educational and Residential. Professional services offered are programming and feasibility, planning, interior design, construction supervision and Architectural design.
Q: Looking at your diverse portfolio of Architectural projects, your work encompasses many different styles and project types. M&A has designed Residential Estates, Medical Facilities, Mausoleums, Automobile Dealerships, Multi Family Developments and entire Residential Communities. Each project seems to embody its own unique style. Is there one consistent belief or theme in your work?
A: Yes, the one consistent approach to any of our projects is that the Client's needs are what makes each project successful and unique. The Client's dreams and aspirations, are “Our inspiration.” As an Architect, you have to be a good communicator, both verbally and graphically. But, more importantly you must also be a good listener. By listening, the Architect is better able to establish the Client’s vision for their own project.
Q: Miklos and Associates' work have been featured on national television, books and countless magazines. Is there one experience that is memorable?
A: Each recognition of Our work is special to Our Office. I remember when, we were published in Architectural Digest for the first time. I felt honored to be within the community of great Architects and Designers. It was truly a humbling experience. We also did some projects for ABC's Extreme Makeover After the Storm edition. We assisted rebuilding a Church in New Orleans and a Baseball Field Complex in Florida. Both of these projects were rewarding from both Architectural and personal perspective. Changing lives through Architecture is a very meaningful experience. I remember with the Baseball Field Complex seeing hundreds of individuals united for the betterment of the community. We were proud to be involved in such a worthy cause.
Q: Tell us about Miklos and Associates, your Firm has quite an interesting formula for project success.
A: Well, Our Firm was founded in 1983 by my father, Gregory C. Miklos. My father realized that there was a need for an Architectural Firm that focused on very creative, highly customized design solutions with a strong emphasis on construction know how. Very few Architectural firms can see the Client's vision from concept to completion. Architecture, performed at a high level is a combination between artistry and engineering. Our firm excels in both those areas. That actually touches on one of Our core beliefs; "From Concept to Completion You Dreams are Our Inspiration."
Q: What advice do you have for someone who is in the process of selecting an Architect?
A: Many factors should go into the selection of a qualified Architect. I think one of the greatest indicators of an Architect's experience, talent and future performance is their Design portfolio. One should ask, how many successful projects have they completed? Are the projects that the Architect has completed exciting to you, as a potential Client? How do their former Clients feel about the Architectural environments that they live, work or spend time in? Also, ask about the Architect's educational background, professional affiliations and if they are licensed to practice Architecture in the state in which the project is located in. An Architect is responsible for the appearance, feel, functionality and quality of life that their Buildings create.
