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Designer, Des Moines Q: What is your favorite thing about working at SHYFT? I really enjoy the diversity of projects, scopes, and...
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Ashley Symons
- Mar 21
- 1 min
What Structures Have Women Designed Around the World?
Throughout history, women have played a pivotal role in shaping the architectural and design world, yet their contributions often remain...
Ashley Symons
- Feb 5
- 3 min
Black Architects Who Designed the Midwest
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, a nonprofit that helps establish state guidelines for exams and licensure,...
Matt Dose and Dillon Wood
- Oct 5, 2023
- 2 min
Overcoming Day-to-Day Challenges on a Jobsite
A construction superintendent schedules and coordinates construction work in the field. Up-front planning is critical to a...
Nastassja DeGarmo & Chuck Andrews
- Sep 8, 2023
- 4 min
What Goes Into Conference Room Design?
Microsoft Teams. Skype. GoToMeeting. WebEx. Zoom. As the pandemic advanced, online meeting sites and software proliferated to accommodate...
John Williams & Gabe Kennicker
- Sep 6, 2023
- 2 min
What Costs Might Arise During a Construction Project?
Construction projects can involve a wide range of costs beyond the direct materials and labor. These additional costs can significantly...
Kurtis Wolgast & Michelle Williams
- Aug 29, 2023
- 4 min
What are Passive Sustainable Strategies?
Buildings are responsible for between 30-40 percent of emissions globally. Emissions stem from the products we build with, the methods in...
Asa Plum & Ally Shott
- Aug 22, 2023
- 5 min
What Goes Into a Master-Planned Community?
Designing master-planned communities is a huge undertaking — one that requires a lot of different seats at the table to execute. Various...
Jeff Blosser & Kelly Nelson
- Aug 15, 2023
- 3 min
What Should I Consider When Selecting a Home Builder or Contractor?
Selecting a home builder or contractor is one of the most important decisions you can make when building or renovating your home....
Beth Benzenberg
- Jul 24, 2023
- 2 min
What Documentation Do I Need for a Condominium Conversion?
Owners or developers may encounter the need to set up a condominium or homeowners association (HOA) when building new properties or...
Morgan Cook & Paige Rice
- Jul 19, 2023
- 2 min
What Should I Consider When Hiring Subcontractors?
Construction projects can be simple or complex – either way, it’s important to have the right team on board to ensure your project runs...
Katelyn Riffel & Drew Johnson
- Jul 11, 2023
- 2 min
Best Practices for Keeping a Project on Schedule
Creating and maintaining an accurate project schedule is key to any successful design or construction project.
Kurt Hagge & Chase Ireland
- May 5, 2023
- 2 min
What does Fire Rated Mean? Why is it Important? When do I Utilize it?
The Basics of Fire Ratings One of the primary responsibilities an Architect must fulfill on every project, is to protect the Health,...
John Williams & Justin Warnock
- May 5, 2023
- 2 min
What does a Construction Superintendent do?
The role of a superintendent is a crucial one in the construction industry. Superintendents are responsible for ensuring that the...
Beth Benzenberg & Drew Johnson
- May 5, 2023
- 3 min
What are the Challenges when Renovating an Active Healthcare Facility?
Renovations in healthcare facilities present a challenging and exciting opportunity for construction professionals. The design...
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- Mar 9, 2023
- 3 min
Lighting 101 - A Basic Understanding of Lighting Fixtures
Lighting has become a significant factor in creating aesthetically pleasing and functional spaces. Light helps to define specific areas...
Kelly Nelson & Sandy Bresler
- Jan 30, 2023
- 2 min
What is a Fire-Resistance Rating and why is it important?
We’ve all heard the term “fire resistance”, but all the codes, language, and rules around it can be confusing. It is important to...
Asa Plum & Ally Shott
- Jan 25, 2023
- 5 min
What does it take to establish an office in a new market?
Establishing a new office is by no means an easy endeavor. Whether you are expanding an existing office into a new market or starting an...
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- Jan 19, 2023
- 4 min
What are the Pros and Cons of Different Office Layouts?
Are you looking to update your office layout? Whether you are a small business owner with a handful of employees, or a large corporation...
Kurtis Wolgast & Jessie Kintz
- Jan 17, 2023
- 4 min
What are Some Best Practices for a Historic Renovation?
Over the years, the historic preservation of buildings has evolved from a small gesture to a nationwide endeavor to understand the...
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