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Morehouse MacDonald and Associates

Introduction

Morehouse MacDonald and Associates, Inc. (MMA), was founded in 1958 by Richard Morehouse, AIA. In 1988 John S. MacDonald, AIA, became a partner and has led the firm from a three-person office to a dynamic 10 person design-oriented practice.

MMA is committed to providing the highest quality full architectural and interior design services, including estate master planning, for clients in the private and public sectors. MMA specializes in residential and interior architecture with a particular focus on custom single-family homes. From our Boston-area office, we operate nationally, and internationally, for select clients and bring an informed perspective to local and regional issues.

MMA’s distinguished and growing body of work has earned the firm recognition as one of the Boston area’s most respected residential design firms. The firm regularly collaborates with some of the nation’s leading interior designers and decorators.

MMA has been published in Architectural Digest, Metropolitan Home, Trends Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Boston Magazine, Boston Common, Cape Cod & Islands, Newport Life, House Beautiful, and has been featured on HGTV.

Team Members

John MacDonald
mailto:jsm@morehousemacdonald.com

John MacDonald

Principal

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Morehouse MacDonald and Associates

John S. MacDonald, AIA, is principal and owner of Morehouse MacDonald and Associates, Inc. and has served in that capacity since 1988, directing the firm’s growth and management. John serves as Principal-in-Charge of each project and is responsible for setting overall design direction within the firm. His designs have appeared in numerous design and professional magazines such as Architectural Digest, Metropolitan Home, Better Homes & Gardens, House Beautiful, Boston Common, Cape Cod & Islands Home Magazine, Boston Magazine and Trends Magazine. In addition, John has appeared on the cable television channel HGTV discussing the firm’s architectural work and showcasing several key projects.

John S. MacDonald is a registered architect in the states of Massachusetts, Maine, South Carolina and New Jersey, and is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Boston Society of Architects.

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Bachelor of Arts
Lehigh University

Bachelor of Architecture
Boston Architectural Center, School of Architecture

Anthony M. Frausto
mailto:anthony@morehousemacdonald.com

Anthony M. Frausto

Associate Principal

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Anthony M. Frausto-Robledo, AIA, LEED AP, started at MMA in 1999 as a consultant in charge of the firm’s transition to CAD and joined the firm in 2000 as an associate. He was promoted to associate principal in 2018 and head’s the studio’s processes, workflows, and digital technologies.

Growing up in Santa Barbara, California, Anthony began his early architectural career with the noted west coast architect Jack Lionel Warner, working on country clubs, libraries, and several custom residences. During and following his education in Boston, Anthony has aggregated more than 25 years of professional experience in residential, commercial, institutional, and urban design projects. At MMA, he has spearheaded many of the firm’s non-residential projects—Ritz Carleton House Lobby Redesign and The Marshside Restaurant, among others.

Anthony is passionate about the intersection of computer technology and the architectural design process within the industry and is a respected writer on the subject. At the 2013 ABX Conference in Boston, The Boston Architectural College honored him with the 2013 Alumni in Practice Award for Architecture — “for contributions he has made to the profession informing the global architecture, engineering, and construction communities.”

Anthony M. Frausto-Robledo is a LEED Accredited Professional by the US Green Building Council and a registered architect in the states of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB).

Bachelor of Architecture
Boston Architectural Center, School of Architecture

Studies in Renaissance Art and Architecture
SACI/Studio Arts Center International, Florence, Italy

Continuing Studies
Harvard Graduate School of Design

James Christopherson
mailto:james@morehousemacdonald.com

James Christopherson

Project Designer

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James Christopherson joined MMA in 2000 and brings diverse experiences in design and building construction expertise spanning more than 25 years. Among those are several years in the design of large-scale medical facilities, assisted care communities, and nursing homes. James has also practiced for several years as an independent architectural designer and visual communications consultant. He has designed private residences, condominiums, banks, libraries and office buildings; additionally, he has produced major illustrations for many of the Boston areas’ most respected architecture firms.

As a project designer at MMA, James is involved in all phases of the design and building process with a particular expertise and focus on the firm’s visual communication needs—developing both computer-generated imagery as well as traditional hand drawn and water color artist’s renderings.

AE Degree–Architectural Engineer
Wentworth Institute of Technology

Duncan Morton
mailto:duncan@morehousemacdonald.com

Duncan Morton

Project Architect

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Duncan Morton joined the MMA team as a Project Architect. He received a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Bates College and a Master’s in Education from Boston College. After working for many years as a software engineer, he pursued his life-long passion for architecture. He received his Master of Architecture degree from the University of Virginia. Duncan worked for an architectural firm in Charlottesville, Virginia for more than 18 years. His projects included historic estates where he was able to modify structures to suit modern amenities while retaining the homes’ original character.

Duncan is certified by the National Council of Architectural Review Boards (NCARB).  He is a registered architect in Massachusetts and Virginia.

B.A. in Mathematics
Bates College

Masters of Architecture
University of Virginia

Elizabeth Cameron
mailto:ecameron@morehousemacdonald.com

Elizabeth Cameron

Designer

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Elizabeth Cameron joined the interiors design division of Morehouse MacDonald and Associates in 2017. The Oklahoma native moved to Boston in 2012 to pursue a degree in Architectural Studies with a minor in Visual Arts from Boston University which she received in January of 2016. She also studied European architectural history in Venice during her education at Boston University.

Elizabeth earned her Masters of Arts degree in Interior Architecture at Suffolk University in 2018. She is focused on several interior projects at Morehouse MacDonald, both local and afar.

Bachelor of Arts
Boston University

Master of Arts
Suffolk University

Karl Viksnins
mailto:karl@morehousemacdonald.com

Karl Viksnins

Associate Project Architect

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Karl Viksnins joined MMA in 2017. He is a highly creative, registered architect and has been designing projects since 2000. Karl earned his LEED accreditation in 2008. His extensive background includes architectural work in the fields of academia, healthcare, science, retail, commercial and athletics. In 2009, Karl started focusing his designs primarily on custom residential. He designed and managed several key projects for reputable firms throughout the Greater Boston area before joining MMA.

As an architect and project manager at MMA, Karl is involved in all phases of the design and building process.

Bachelor of Architecture
Boston Architectural Center, School of Architecture

Kyle McCreight Carroll
mailto:kyle@morehousemacdonald.com

Kyle McCreight Carroll

Project Designer

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Kyle McCreight Carroll is a talented project designer who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies from Oberlin College and received her Master of Architecture from Miami University.  Her previous experience includes custom home design with all phases from pre-design to interiors to construction administration.  Sustainable architecture has been a strong focus for Kyle since her academic days.  She became LEED certified in 2008 and received her architecture license in 2010.

Bachelor of Science
Oberlin College

Master of Architecture
Miami University

Eileen Shields
mailto:eshields@morehousemacdonald.com

Eileen Shields

Office Manager

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Eileen Shields joined MMA in 1989 as Office Manager. During her more than 25 years with MMA, her position has evolved along with the growth of the firm. In addition to general office management, Eileen’s responsibilities also include bookkeeping, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, insurance, and human resource management.

Eileen brings to MMA several years of experience in a variety of business settings including medical, insurance, accounting, and financial services.

B.A. in Business and Art History
Southeastern Massachusetts University

Partners

At Morehouse MacDonald and Associates we realize that our success is not created by serendipity but its due in no small measure to the exemplary work of the partnerships we foster in the design and construction business. We work with some of the industry’s best talents and bring their expertise to bear on every project.

A diverse group of leading consultants include: structural engineers, civil and mechanical engineers, lighting and media consultants, landscape architects, and interior designers. Our collaborators in the building arts are dedicated to their craft and believe deeply in the personal and cultural value of making beautiful, sustainable and enduring buildings. Whether we are doing a project in New England or as far as the West Indies, we seek out the most appropriate and talented partners to see our projects through.

Partial List of Builders

  • A. J. Martini, Inc.
  • Bennett Hofford Construction, Inc.
  • CAFCO Construction Inc.
  • C. H. Newton Builders, Inc.
  • Four Seasons Resort Estates (FSRE)
  • Hollett Building Corporation
  • Housewright Construction, Inc.
  • Kirby Perkins Construction, Inc.
  • Kistler & Knapp Builders, Inc.
  • Old Grove Partners, LLC
  • RAM Development Company, Inc.
  • Richard C. Rigoli & Co. Inc.
  • Thoughtforms Inc.
  • The Lagasse Group, LLC

Partial List of Interior Designers

  • Anthony Catalfano Interiors, Inc.
  • Amelia Handegan Inc.
  • Bierly-Drake Associates, Inc.
  • Bunny Williams, Inc.
  • Frank Nicholson, Inc.
  • Gauthier-Stacy, Inc.
  • Manuel de Santeren
  • Mollie Johnson Interiors
  • William Hodgins, Inc.
  • James Radin Interior Design

Partial List of Landscape Architects

  • Gregory Lombardi Design, Inc.
  • Horiuchi / Solien Landscape Architects
  • Keith LeBlanc Landscape Architecture
  • PLAN Studios (Henry Dowling)
  • The MacDowell Company
  • Shepard Butler
  • Sheila Wertimer & Associates
  • Sudbury Design Group
  • John Tarkany Associates, Inc.

Morehouse MacDonald and Associates  —  Architecture and Interiors

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Morehouse MacDonald and Associates, Inc., is committed to providing the highest quality architectural and interior design services and provides full architecture, interiors, master site planning, building site analysis, and programming services for clients in the private and public sector.
Address
441 Main Street
Suite 200
Melrose, MA 02176
United States
Telephone
1 (781) 861-9500
Facsimile
1 (781) 861-8156
General Information — Clients
John S. MacDonald, AIA
Career Opportunities
John S. MacDonald, AIA
Accounting Manager
Eileen Shields
Photography
Nat Rea, unless otherwise noted
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Elizabeth Cameron joined Morehouse MacDonald and Associates as an interior designer in 2017, to help us with interior design projects in the Lesser Antilles. The Oklahoma native moved to Boston in 2012 to pursue a degree in Architectural Studies with a minor in Visual Arts from Boston University which she received in January of 2016. She also studied European architectural history in Venice during her education at Boston University. Elizabeth earned her Masters of Arts degree in Interior Architecture at Suffolk University in 2018.

Elizabeth has supported the work of interior designers working with clients directly, including Mollie Johnson Interiors and Sterling Design as well as served as the primary interior designer when clients hire MMA for interiors. In 2022, Elizabeth started her own practice Elizabeth Cameron Interiors, and continues to work with MMA as the interior design consultant. She is currently focused on several interior projects at Morehouse MacDonald, including on our exciting Nevis Parrish Plantation home.

Bachelor of Arts
Boston University

Master of Arts
Suffolk University

Family Library

Family Library

West Indies Cottage

Anthony M. Frausto-Robledo, AIA, LEED AP, has been with MMA since 1999. In 2018 he was promoted to associate principal and in 2025 to principal and partner.

Growing up in Santa Barbara, California, he began his early architectural career with the noted west coast architect Jack Lionel Warner, working on country clubs, libraries, and custom residences. He has more than three decades of experience across a range of building types, including urban design in foreign markets. At MMA, he has spearheaded many of the firm’s non-residential projects—Ritz Carleton House Lobby and The Marshside Restaurant, among others.

Anthony has strong competencies in digital technologies in practice and is a respected writer on the subject. At the 2013 ABX Conference in Boston, The Boston Architectural College honored him with the 2013 Alumni in Practice Award for Architecture — “for contributions he has made to the profession informing the global architecture, engineering, and construction communities.”

He sits on the current Boston Architectural College AAC (Alumni Advisory Council).

  • Registered architect in the state of Massachusetts
  • National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
  • American Institute of Architects (AIA)
  • Boston Society of Architects (BSA)
  • LEED AP – US Green Building Council

Bachelor of Architecture
Boston Architectural Center, School of Architecture

Studies in Renaissance Art and Architecture
SACI/Studio Arts Center International, Florence, Italy

Continuing Studies
Harvard Graduate School of Design

Cape Anne Shingle Style

Marshside Restaurant

Shingle Style Contemporary

Eileen Shields joined MMA in 1989 as Office Manager. During her more than 25 years with MMA, her position has evolved along with the growth of the firm. In addition to general office management, Eileen’s responsibilities also include bookkeeping, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, insurance, and human resource management.

Eileen brings to MMA several years of experience in a variety of business settings including medical, insurance, accounting, and financial services.

B.A. in Business and Art History
Southeastern Massachusetts University

Kyle McCreight Carroll is a talented project designer who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies from Oberlin College and received her Master of Architecture from Miami University.

Her previous experience includes custom home design with all phases from pre-design to interiors to construction administration. Sustainable architecture has been a strong focus for Kyle since her academic days. She became LEED certified in 2008 and received her architecture license in 2010.

Bachelor of Science
Oberlin College

Master of Architecture
Miami University

Cliffside Villa – West Indies

Family Library

West Indies Cliffside Villa

Duncan Morton joined the MMA team as a Project Architect. He received a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Bates College and a Master’s in Education from Boston College.

After working for many years as a software engineer, he pursued his life-long passion for architecture. He received his Master of Architecture degree from the University of Virginia.

Duncan worked for an architectural firm in Charlottesville, Virginia for more than 18 years. His projects included historic estates where he was able to modify structures to suit modern amenities while retaining the homes’ original character.

Duncan is certified by the National Council of Architectural Review Boards (NCARB).  He is a registered architect in Massachusetts and Virginia.

B.A. in Mathematics
Bates College

Masters of Architecture
University of Virginia

Cliffside Villa – West Indies

Family Library

West Indies Cliffside Villa

James Christopherson joined MMA in 2000 and brings diverse experiences in design and building construction expertise spanning more than 25 years. Among those are several years in the design of large-scale medical facilities, assisted care communities, and nursing homes. James has also practiced for several years as an independent architectural designer and visual communications consultant. He has designed private residences, condominiums, banks, libraries, and office buildings; additionally, he has produced major illustrations for many of the Boston areas’ most respected architecture firms.

As a project designer at MMA, James is involved in all phases of the design and building process with a particular expertise and focus on the firm’s visual communication needs—developing both computer-generated imagery as well as traditional hand-drawn and watercolor artist’s renderings.

AE Degree–Architectural Engineer
Wentworth Institute of Technology

Southern Belle

Family Library

Wellesley Contemporary

John S. MacDonald, AIA, is principal and owner of Morehouse MacDonald and Associates, Inc. and has served in that capacity since 1988, directing the firm’s growth and management. John serves as Principal-in-Charge of each project and is responsible for setting overall design direction within the firm. His designs have appeared in numerous design and professional magazines such as Architectural Digest, Metropolitan Home, Better Homes & Gardens, House Beautiful, Boston Common, Cape Cod & Islands Home Magazine, Boston Magazine and Trends Magazine. In addition, John has appeared on the cable television channel HGTV discussing the firm’s architectural work and showcasing several key projects.

John S. MacDonald is a registered architect in the states of Massachusetts, Maine, South Carolina and New Jersey, and is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Boston Society of Architects.

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Bachelor of Arts
Lehigh University

Bachelor of Architecture
Boston Architectural Center, School of Architecture

Suburban Arts & Crafts

Southern Belle

Kittitian Waterside Villa

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