“There are so many elements that influence how we experience a space that not many are consciously aware of. When well designed, one just knows the space feels right.”
Al McDowell
Principal
Al graduated from the Architectural Technologies Program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in 1980. With an award-winning career spanning over 35 years, Al has designed homes in Calgary’s most sought-after communities such as Mount Royal, Elbow Park, Briar Hill, and Bel Aire, as well as Springbank’s Morgans Rise and Grandview Park. Notably, Al has accomplished this with the same talented team for over two decades. Fostering this exceptionally strong group is a proud career achievement and sets M&A apart from the competition.
Al’s primary role is to translate client wishes into the initial concept, which he then oversees to completion.
Al resides in Calgary with his wife and colleague, Belinda. Together they have two sons with whom Al enjoys impromptu jam sessions, biking, hiking, and restoring vintage bikes.