All Together

Our architecture — and our firm — are uniquely welcoming. Our designs take shape around real life, and deliver both refined function and undeniable style. From the collaborative way we create, to the inspiration we find in the world at large, the name says it all:

Let’s design En Masse.

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Our work spans heirloom-quality residences, design-forward commercial and hospitality spaces, and curated interiors. Translating our clients’ vision into inspired surroundings — from the inside out and from form to finishes — we create spaces that are tailored, expressive, and built to last. Our award-winning work brings warmth and thoughtful design to modern new construction and a fresh perspective to historic renovations.

Design

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We’re an eclectic group of architects and designers who are serious about fun because we love what we do. Collaboration with our clients, designers, contractor teams, artists, and craftsmen bring our designs to life. By building an ethos around each project and amplifying the strength of every individual, we navigate the complexities of design and construction.
With clarity and confidence, En Masse celebrates the joy of creating great work together.

Process

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Partners Mike Shively and Lucas Goldbach lead our design studios in Chicago and Southwest Michigan. Tucked into a row of vintage greystones, our Logan Square studio is in ongoing conversation with its historic neighborhood and the creative community that surrounds it. We organize public events, spotlight local organizations, and take an active role in civic and professional design circles. Design is rooted in place, and we’re proud to contribute to the community that shape us.

Community

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Our Team

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  • LEED Accredited, Licensed in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Utah
    Registered Energy Professional, Self-Certification with City of Chicago

    “Architecture is our imagined future, it holds us in the present and is the truest record of how we lived.”

    For Mike, En Masse represents the culmination of a lifelong passion for architecture. After founding Mike Shively Architecture in 2015, he began to refine the whole-team approach to architecture which led to the transition to En Masse in 2020. Empowered, whole-team creativity informs Mike’s leadership and is synonymous with his approach to En Masse’s clients and projects: listening and collaborating come first, leading to design that brings joy to daily life.

    Mike likes to think of En Masse as it relates to another passion of his: the band Phish. Both expressions involve collaboration and creative improvisation resulting in intricately layered results.

    • Originally from: Paducah, Kentucky

    • If not here, he’s probably: at his Michigan cabin with his dogs —Tammy Faye and Jim

    • Coffee Order: a cortado, whole milk, and weigh the grounds out

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  • Licensed in Illinois

    “Creativity is the biggest part of myself and it leads the way that I approach each new day- actively seeking inspiration.”

    En Masse represents the art in architecture, and a creative practice fueled by collaboration and a healthy sense of humor and sensibility. Injecting art and artisanship into every facet of the firm’s work, from signature hand-drawn renderings to bespoke finishing details, he leads the direction of architectural interiors and interior design with expertise and care.

    As a creative leader, he consistently challenges himself and the En Masse team to reach for the idea, the detail, the solution that not only understands the style and essence of a building, but how to break the rules in inspired fashion.

    • Originally from: Pittsburgh, PA

    • If not here, he’s probably: doom scrolling or escaping at his cottage in Michigan

    • Coffee Order: 3 gallons of black coffee

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  • “At En Masse, we look to use design as a tool to create community and better environments for our clients.”

    • Originally from: Long Island, NY

    • If not here, he’s probably: out to lunch

    • Coffee Order: it varies, due to a diverse and comprehensive appreciation for all forms of coffee

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  • “As designers we have a paramount task of weaving our intentions into a cohesive whole which guides and responds to everyone who interacts with the space.”

    • Originally from: Dekalb, IL

    • If not here, he’s probably: gardening on the apartment deck

    • Coffee Order: cappuccino with whole milk

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  • “Most of all, I enjoy trying and learning different design process while translating ideas into something tangible.”

    • Originally from: Mumbai, India

    • If not here, she’s probably: somewhere dancing

    • Coffee Order: almond milk cortado

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  • “Similar to people, all spaces we occupy have a personality and character that affect how we feel and act.”

    • Originally from: Podunk, Iowa

    • If not here, he’s probably: scared at the grocery store

    • Coffee Order: iced Americano — 365 days a year

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  • “I am dedicated to combining timeless design aesthetics and cutting-edge technology.”

    • Originally from: Belmont, NC

    • If not here, he’s probably: seeing a show

    • Coffee Order: vanilla latte

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  • “I like to imagine the life story of buildings and their settings. What is original, what was added, why was it changed, and what can we do to move the story forward?”

    • Originally from: Kirkwood, MO

    • If not here, he’s probably: learning pedal steel licks on guitar

    • Coffee Order: black, no room

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  • “Considered, long-lasting, and aware design is one of the artistic solutions to uniting our city.”

    • Originally from: Chicago, proper

    • If not here, she’s probably: somewhere between hot yoga and stand up- depending on the reset the day requires

    • Coffee Order: whatever it is, it costs $8

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  • “Environments that speak to me just lift me up, whether it be buildings, rooms or nature.”

    • Originally from: the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

    • If not here, she’s probably: walking the Chicago Botanic Gardens

    • Coffee Order: large Diet Coke. light ice

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  • “Good design has a huge impact on the way we live. It quietly shapes our habits, supports our well-being, and ensures that the spaces we create are not just useful and beautiful, but also humane and sustainable.”

    • Originally from: Pasadena, California

    • If not here, she’s probably: planning something— next travel adventure, next recipe to try, next event to organize

    • Coffee Order: dirty chai latte

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  • “To me, design is about blending creativity with purpose, making beauty functional and meaning visible.”

    • Originally from: Mumbai, India

    • If not here, she’s probably: boarding her next flight to somewhere inspiring

    • Coffee Order: anything to help put her life together

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Four Seasons Room / Intimate and cozy this space transforms with the seasons. Large pocketing glass doors can turn this space into a covered outdoor room in warm months. In colder months this space becomes a comfortable and bright spot close to the f
Simplicity / With incredible light from a wall of windows this formerly industrial building was converted into a warm but minimal space using a limited palette of materials—white oak, warm white, and black metal. #designenmasse 📸 @rymcdon
Still Life / This photo, one of our absolute favorites, of our Lake Geneva Project captures the vibe intended for this storied home. This pantry and its design details were conceived as a way of paying respect to the home, creating the feeling of a t
Kids Bathrooms / These colorful yet sophisticated kids baths were designed to grow with our little clients. Classic, high quality materials like ceramics from @heritagetile elevate the spaces. #designenmasse 📸 @aimeemazzenga Stylist: @cate.ragan.sty
Small Space Living / This Marina City home was short on space but the client wanted a space to work from home in style. A mix of new and vintage pieces brings a collected look. A warm ochre rug sets the scene and reflects a warm light into the space.
A collection of kitchens in historic properties. #designenmasse 1. Lake Shore Drive Condo- Arch+Interiors @designenmasse 📸 @aimeemazzenga Stylist @cate.ragan.styling 2. Lincoln Park Italianate- GC: @windsor_builders Interior Design: @abramsvalen
Tudor Bones / This 1920s Tudor Revival home had amazing bones but a few tweaks and updates really helped make the spaces sing and work for the next 100 years. In this grand dining room, a Tudor arch was added to the front bay window along with a wind
Rooftop / Located a story above neighboring rooftops this modern home boasts continuous windows on all sides. These expanses of glass are punctuated by walnut clad posts and a custom oak and steel shelving unit. It’s the perfect spot to take in
Grand Apartment / Located in a stunning 1920s building on Lakeshore Drive this grand apartment was designed to honor the building while integrating the clients personal style. The fireplace built up of honed and polished marbles anchors the space. #d
Utah Sky / This home set into the Utah landscape has low slung and stretched out proportions which nestle it into the site. The natural materials that clad the home meld with the surrounding hills and mountains contrasting the ever-changing Utah Sky.
Immersive / with layers of pattern, rich color, and a mix of vintage and modern pieces this breakfast room creates an immersive environment that can feel vibrant or cozy depending on the time of day. #designenmasse 📸 @rymcdon GC @ratiaconstruction F
Layered spaces / This Lake Geneva home has a long history with many renovations over its 100+ years. Here, in the lounge area a relic of an original bay window can still be seen between the cozy lounge and sun porches beyond. These layered spaces def
Serene / A serene main bath tub with a view. #designenmasse 📸 @aimeemazzenga Stylist: @cate.ragan.styling Interior Design: @pagelouisell GC: @highgatebuilders Featured: @modernluxuryinteriors
Classic / This Classic Lincoln Park home was restored to its original glory. Found inside before this restoration the original front doors were reproduced exactly. A delicate metal and awning was made for additional function without distracting from
After + Before / This Marina City home had great bones but felt too cold for our client. We talked a lot about being back a 60s/70s vibe while also improving the acoustics. Enter this wall of walnut acoustic paneling. It added instant visual warmth b
Utah / Located in gorgeous Utah above a river valley, surrounded by mountains this home embraces warmth and natural materials with its oak clad Family Room. Large doors and windows take in the landscape and views of the ever changing sky above. #desi
Suite / Located in a stately Wicker Park brownstone this primary suite boasts a rich material palette and layered spaces. Walnut cabinetry, a stone clad fireplace, glass and steel walls, and a claw foot tub bridge the home’s history with its mo

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