Mike Shively, AIA is Founding Partner at En Masse Architecture and Design in Chicago, a firm recognized for its community-driven, cross-disciplinary approach. 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.