Samantha BonnerMay 95 minExpertiseWhat are the Top Trends in Brewery Design?The craft brewing industry is continuing to grow at a rapid pace. The history of modern craft brewing began in the 1960s, started to...
Casie TindellApr 261 minSHYFT NewsReimagining Lincoln Neighborhood in Fort Dodge, IowaThe SHYFT team is working with the City of Fort Dodge to reimagine a neighborhood just north of downtown. The City wanted to understand...
Emma Van ZanteApr 124 minExpertiseWhat are the Best Sketching Pens and Markers?With the relatively recent advancement in computer-aided design technologies, including 3D rendering and virtual reality, designers are...
Hailey Scott & Jeff BlosserApr 42 minExpertiseHow to Design a Reception Area That Reflects Your BrandAs the saying goes, “You only have one chance to make a good first impression”. A first impression is vital for the success of...
Kurt Hagge & Morgan CookFeb 153 minExpertiseWhat Are The Different Phases of a Design Project?No two design projects are alike, but the phases of any design project remain relatively consistent. Depending on the size or scale of...
Casie TindellFeb 104 minInsightsUsing Experiential Design to Maximize Employee and Customer HappinessAs we’ve mentioned previously in our blog posts, the past few years of the pandemic have drastically changed the way we work. There’s...
Alisha King and Mary OsterbergJan 113 minExpertiseBest Practices When Consolidating Associates Into a Smaller SpaceMaybe you are looking for ways to be more economical with spending or you want to fit into a space in a specific area of town....
Sadie Caldwell, Elizabeth Leidy, and Jeff BlosserDec 1, 20212 minExpertiseTop Rendering SoftwareWith the help of rendering software, architectural and design sketches on a napkin can become captivating images and animations....
Mary OsterbergNov 19, 20212 minExpertiseBest Practices When Selecting a Furniture DealerAre you ready to transform your office space by investing in new furniture? You want to make an informed decision on what you select, but...
Asa PlumNov 11, 20216 minExpertiseA Guide to Master PlanningA Master Plan is a broad scheme of the master vision and intent but rarely does that translate as a 1:1 representative of the eventual...
Elizabeth Leidy & Emely WardNov 3, 20213 minExpertiseHow Do I Know If I Need A Building Permit?Now that you’ve realized your project scope and drawn up the plans, you’re ready to start building. But is it really that simple? ...
Samantha BonnerNov 2, 20214 minExpertiseWhat is WELL? How Will It Benefit Our Space and is it Worth the Money?Wellness is a buzzword that is used frequently when it comes to workplace design, company culture, and individual health. We’ve all seen...
Rachel Hucek & Chuck AndrewsOct 26, 20213 minExpertiseHow Do I Choose The Right Furniture For My Office?As the definition of workplace is redefined globally, everyone is discovering their preferred work setting. While working from home, we...
Kurt Hagge & Kevin SullivanOct 4, 20212 minExpertiseADA Requirements: What Are They and What Do They Do?When providing comprehensive design services, teams endeavor to design buildings that are beautiful, functional, and most importantly,...
Asa Plum, Morgan Cook, Jackie DavisOct 1, 20212 minResearch PapersThe Evolution of Coworking SpacesThe experience of the traditional workplace has always been one of slow evolution. However, the recent and growing popularity of...
Casie TindellSep 21, 20212 minSHYFT NewsSmash Park is Using Remote Workers to Boost RevenueIf you're a resident of Des Moines, IA, you've heard of the popular pickleball 'eatertainment' venue Smash Park. They are a...
Samantha BonnerSep 8, 20211 minSHYFT NewsCommunity Connection: Chix with StixChix with Stix is a "Fun-Raising" Golf Outing for the Columbus Architectural and Design Community. What is Chix with Stix? Chix with Stix...
April Durham and Rachel Van KeurenAug 3, 20215 minExpertiseWhat Are Environmental Graphics and Wayfinding Best Practices?If your organization is considering a renovation or relocation, it’s important to identify how environmental graphics and wayfinding...
Beth Benzenberg, Samantha BonnerJul 15, 20212 minExpertiseWhat are the Best Commercial Carpet Manufacturers in the Market Right Now?One of the materials with the biggest impact on a space is the flooring. When sound control is important and a softer feel is required,...
Casie TindellJul 7, 20213 minClient PerspectivesClient Q+A: Iowa Association of RealtorsGavin Blair, Chief Executive Officer at Iowa Association of Realtors (IAR), talks about relocating to an old bike warehouse to achieve...