Jeffrey Mandyck

Jeff creates student-centered environments that advance learning, foster connection, and support institutional goals. With expertise in higher education and campus planning, he collaborates with diverse stakeholders and subject matter experts to shape places through high-performance design. Jeff draws inspiration from the intersection of light, nature, and art, bringing cultural and contextual sensitivity to every project. His leadership ensures that client visions and values translate into meaningful environments that enhance student success and community identity. 

His thoughtful, hands-on approach has guided the design of award-winning projects recognized for innovation and impact. His work emphasizes inclusivity, identity, and the integration of architecture with infrastructure and environment. In addition to his project leadership, Jeff serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Minnesota’s College of Design, where he mentors future designers and leads studios that explore the relationship between culture, systems, and the built environment.