Mir Collective creates architecture that values innovation and positive public impact in the shaping of spaces and cities. Mir’s design process embraces diverse collaboration, local knowledge, and rigorous research.
Our team brings a wealth of experience in diverse and complex project types. Mir’s principals, Kara Boyd and Jeana Ripple were project leaders and frequent collaborators at Studio Gang and led independent studios prior to joining forces to create MIR Collective. Mir’s work is recognized for its design quality and positive impact and has received awards from the AIA, SEED network, the National Endowment for the Arts, and Bloomberg Philanthropies.
We advocate for adaptive reuse, healthy spaces, and energy reduction to help our clients build responsible projects. As members of Architecture 2030 we prioritize socially and environmentally sustainable spaces for all. We invite you to connect with us to learn more.
Mir is a certified Women-owned Business Enterprise.
Kara Boyd
AIA, LEED AP, Principal and Co-Founder
Kara leads the design and implementation of complex architecture and landscape projects at a range of scales. Her twenty years of experience provide a strong understanding of building construction, which enables her to realize innovative material and systems solutions integrated within elegant design. Prior to Mir, Kara built upon a lengthy career at Studio Gang as a Studio Leader, Designer, and Project Architect by co-founding Nushu, a women-owned firm in Chicago.
Jeana Ripple
AIA, LEED AP, Principal and Co-Founder
Jeana leads architectural, public art, and landscape design projects. Her work is recognized by the SEED Network, Virginia and DC chapters of the AIA, and through support from the National Endowment for the Arts and Bloomberg Philanthropies. Before founding Mir, Jeana led Ripple Architecture Studio and led numerous building and landscape projects at Studio Gang. Jeana is the Chair of the Department of Architecture at the University of Virginia.