Latvian teamakers Ozolini worked with Bee Breeders to host an international design contest that sought off-the-grid forest cabin designs for eco-tourists interested in a silent meditative retreat. Sited on Ozolini's teamaking grounds in rural Latvia, designs were judged on their integration within the surrounding forest and their sensitivity to the environment. As one of only eleven U.S. firms to receive recognition, Myefski Architects’ silent meditation forest cabin was selected as a shortlisted project.

In recent years, University of Michigan's Taubman College of Architecture & Urban Planning have invited successful alumni to lead career-focused discussions with current students. This past October, John Myefski, President + Principal of Myefski Architects, was a featured speaker.

It’s no secret that the city of Venice is a magical place to visit, any time of the year. From the food to the gondolas to the glassware, the city offers plenty of entertainment for tourist and locals alike. And with its rich architectural history, there’s no better place for the design-minded to escape to for a little inspiration. The well-known labyrinth of islands, bridges, and canals lend themselves to hours of wandering and a wide variety of architectural influences make the city an architecture lover’s dream.

In late June, John Myefski, President + Principal of Myefski Architects, served as a juror for the Paris-based Penninghen School of Design's "Diploma Exhibition". One of the most prestigious design schools in Europe, Penninghen's rigorous curriculum is renowned for developing exceptional interior architects.