Mindy Aust AIA NCARB LEED AP
Principal
Email: mindy@architecturema.com
D: 515 473 4834

Mindy Aust is a dedicated architect with a passion for public architecture and a strong commitment to mentorship and community involvement. She has devoted her career to thoughtful design of public spaces, leading multiple award-winning federal government, public library, historic and university campus projects.  As principal and owner of MA Architecture, Mindy is a strong advocate for excellent design, believing in its transformative power and its profound benefit to communities.

Leadership & Recognition: 2016 AIA Iowa President, 2016 AIA Young Architect Award, 2018 ISU Outstanding Young Alumni Award, 2021 AIA Strategic Council Moderator, 2024 AIA Iowa Medal of Honor
Volunteer Involvement: AIA Iowa Board Member, Iowa Women in Architecture Board Member, Des Moines Public Schools, After School Arts Program, Iowa State University, Iowa Architectural Foundation, West Des Moines Historical Society Board Member, Iowa State University Architectural Advisory Council