Designing thoughtful spaces with clarity, function, and purpose

ARA is a design-focused architectural firm creating thoughtful, functional, and contemporary spaces that respond to the way people live, work, and connect. Our work blends creativity with practicality, shaping environments that are visually refined, highly usable, and built around real everyday needs

 Every project begins with understanding. We take the time to listen, study the site, and define the goals behind each project. From early feasibility and conceptual planning to detailed design and construction coordination, our process is grounded in clear communication, efficient planning, and practical design decisions.

our values

Purposeful design. Clear thinking. Long-term value.

At ARA, architecture is more than appearance. We believe good design should simplify life, support wellbeing, and create spaces that remain useful, adaptable, and meaningful over time

Thoughtful planning

We begin with context, goals, and real user needs, creating spaces that feel intentional from the first decision to the final detail.

Modern functionality

Our designs are clean, efficient, and practical, balancing contemporary form with everyday usability.

Client-centered process

We work closely with clients through each stage, maintaining clarity, collaboration, and strong communication.

Long-term value

We design spaces that are adaptable, durable, and connected to their surroundings, supporting lasting use and meaningful investment.

Designing across residential, commercial, healthcare, mixed-use, and community projects
Implemented more than 600 projects

Our approach. From vision to reality.

We guide projects from early vision through design development and construction support. Our team helps define opportunities, solve planning challenges, coordinate details, and protect the design intent as each project moves forward. Every stage is approached with clarity, care, and a focus on creating spaces that work beautifully in real life.

Mikaele Mora
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Founder
Isabela Core
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Interior designer
Kevin Smith
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Interior designer
Claris Hofman
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Architect
Carmen Lopes
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Operations manager
Jack McLoren
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Engineer constructor
The team

The people behind the work

 Our team brings together architectural thinking, technical knowledge, and a practical understanding of how spaces are built and used. We collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and construction partners to deliver design solutions that are thoughtful, efficient, and connected to each project’s goals.

Project experience

Experience across sectors that shape everyday life

ARA works across public and private sector projects, providing architectural and design solutions for residential, commercial, healthcare, mixed-use, and community developments. Our experience ranges from feasibility studies and conceptual planning to detailed design development and construction coordination.

When our work is honored or featured in leading publications, it reflects the creativity, care, and collaboration at the heart of Minnaro. These recognitions speak not just to aesthetics, but to the spaces that truly connect with our clients and the architectural community alike.

Residential
Multi-unit housing, rental developments, affordable housing, and condominium communities.
Healthcare
Medical centres, long-term care environments, and patient-focused interior planning.
Community
Transitional housing and support-focused developments designed around dignity and daily use.
Commercial
Functional, contemporary spaces that support operations, workflow, and user experience.
Planning
Feasibility studies, zoning review, conceptual planning, and development guidance.