MAD Architecture

We worked with Mary on our master bath remodel - the most fun experience in home remodel we have had. She is extremely bright and creative and has that perfect eye for details. We had to make some adjustments due to budget but in the end the whole bathroom had the Mary Dooley look to it.

I hired MAD Architecture to help me design a whole-house remodel. Chris Lynch was our primary architect on the project and Mary Dooley helped in the later stages of the project with elevations, kitchen design and finishes. Both Chris and Mary were phenomenal in their respective roles. Chris was able to work within the confines of the existing exterior shell to create a much more inviting floor plan, excellent use of space, and attractive home features. As the home was originally built in 1918, we wanted to keep the character of the original structure while enhancing the interior to reflect modern features and function. Chris' design accomplished this 100%. When Mary stepped in, the fun began. Her vision for the bathrooms and the kitchen elevations, use of space, cabinetry and vanity design, and finishing touches brought the whole project together. Her ability to see the "big picture" while focusing on each and every "small" detail exemplified her superior ability as an architect and as a designer. I feel lucky to have been able to work with MAD Architecture, Chris Lynch, and Mary Dooley, and would use them again in a heartbeat. Michael Dayton (Petaluma, CA)

I asked my neighbor for the name of the architect on his beautiful, modern, yet warm, whole house remodel. This was Mary Dooley of MAD Architecture. After I interviewed her, she "interviewed" me. I showed her pictures of the type of bathrooms and general architecture styles that I loved, so that she could get an idea of how to design my master bath remodel and expansion. Over the course of time she came back with amazing designs, materials, fixtures, etc. that were spot on. She was easy with suggestions for any changes, patient with explanations, and creative with new options. She put the plans together, put it out to bid to her contractor contacts, as well as a couple of mine. She managed this process efficiently and effectively, giving confidence in this process. There are many talented architects out there, but there is a talent that Mary has, which is how well she understands her clients, so that the process is fun and seamless. Mary is a gifted listener, as well as a gifted architect. She is a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her.