Museum of Science and Industry

Michelle Kaufmann Designs (MKD) is a full service design/build architectural firm that specializes in sustainable, innovative, high-quality modular architecture. Kaufmann began designing her current style of environmentally responsible, modular homes when she and her husband were looking for a "green" home of their own. Now working under the belief that sustainable, well-designed buildings should be accessible to more people, Kaufman has simplified the process and chosen off-site modular technology as its means to create beautiful, eco-friendly homes and buildings.  The goal of her company is to make it easier for people to build green and live a more sustainable lifestyle. The home built for the Smart Home: Green + Wired exhibit is an MKD design called mkSolaire™, a three-story, loft-style home, suitable for an urban environment. The Museum's home is the first mkSolaire to be constructed. More information about MKD, which was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Oakland, CA, can be found at www.michellekaufmann.com.