Andrea Michelini

Andrea Michelini

Founder&CEO MAU Architecture

MAU Architecture

Mr. Andrea Michelini is the Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Senior Architect of MAU Architecture, an international firm distinguished for its commitment to sustainable design and innovative approaches to urban and territorial development. With a background in architecture and urban planning, he has built a career dedicated to promoting design excellence and fostering international collaboration in the fields of architecture, planning, and real estate. Since the establishment of MAU Architecture in 2017, Mr. Michelini has led the firm’s expansion both in Albania and internationally, overseeing major public and private initiatives such as the redevelopment of Fier’s city center and waterfront, the reconstruction of public schools following the 2019 earthquake, and several projects supported by national institutions, the World Bank, and UNDP. Under his direction, the firm’s portfolio has grown to include large-scale residential and landscape projects in Turkey and Costa Rica, reflecting a vision rooted in sustainability, innovation, and cultural dialogue. In parallel with his architectural practice, Mr. Michelini is a member of MTFT Group Development, a multidisciplinary platform that integrates strategic vision, architectural design, and direct negotiation to identify, structure, and promote high-value real estate initiatives. Through this integrated network, MTFT aims not only to secure profitable and sustainable investments, but also to build strong alliances, generate enduring synergies, and transform each project into a shared path of growth and territorial enhancement. Since 2025, he has also served as Ambassador of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Albania, actively promoting institutional cooperation, cultural exchange, and economic partnership between Italy and Albania, with a shared commitment to innovation, sustainable growth, and long-term development.