Mike McKiddie

Originally from Cranford, New Jersey, Mike relocated to Toms River during high school. Born into an artistic family, he developed a deep passion for art, design, and construction at a young age. This creativity would later shape his career in architecture and custom home design.

Mike’s journey began early when he started working for his father, installing loading dock equipment. However, his true interest lay in the drafting, design, and construction side of the business. With a natural talent and strong instincts, he pursued his passion by earning an AutoCAD Drafting Certificate through a Vocational/Technical program in 1996, and later obtaining his associate’s degree in architecture in 1998.

He soon transitioned into the role of Architectural Designer, starting as a Junior Draftsman at an industrial developer. Mike honed his skills by creating blueprints and board-drafting industrial warehouse plans. He then made the transition to working exclusively in CAD software, continuing to design warehouses with greater efficiency and precision. His career progressed rapidly, and by the early 2000s, he joined an upscale architectural firm as a Senior Draftsman and Project Manager. There, he worked on a variety of projects, including office buildings, shopping malls, schools, churches, and custom homes.

In early 2004, Mike moved to Southwest Florida to embrace the sunny weather and Florida lifestyle, while also pursuing his passion for custom home design. It was here that he focused his talents exclusively on residential design, eager to channel his skills into creating unique, custom homes for clients. In February of 2004, Mike joined The Aubuchon Team of Companies as a Senior Draftsman, quickly advancing to the role of Director of Architectural Design. In 2023, Mike was promoted to Vice President of Architectural Design, a role that has allowed him to further elevate the team’s design standards and continue making a lasting impact on the company’s success. Over the years, Mike has played a crucial role in the company’s growth, thanks to his ability to connect with clients and making them feel comfortable and valued throughout the design process.

As part of his responsibilities, Mike takes projects from initial concept sketches all the way through to construction-ready plans. When you’re ready to build, Mike will be one of the first team members you meet, and he promises to make your home-building journey both seamless and rewarding.

Mike is a key member of the Aubuchon team, having designed hundreds of homes, including many award-winning models. Beyond his incredible ability to transform a client’s vision into reality, Mike has a unique talent for understanding exactly what each client wants. He takes the time to listen, learn about their lifestyle, and use his expertise to create a home that perfectly aligns with their dreams.  The result? A beautiful home to share with family and friends.

Mike lives in Fort Myers with his wife, Andrea, their son, Jack, and their dog, Matilda.

Mike is a huge asset to Aubuchon and an outstanding professional to work with on home design. – Bill K.

Mike’s exceptional creativity and responsiveness are impressive.  He consistently meets out needs with precision and promptness.  Thank you for your outstanding work! – Robert W.