In June 2023, the Stanley Center for Peace and Security opened its new headquarters in Muscatine, Iowa. The project is tracking to achieve a full Living Building Certification, making it one of 36 buildings and the second renovation project to achieve this title.

In August 2023, the Iowa Conservatory will open its doors to students. The performing arts school, located in Iowa City’s Northside neighborhood, will offer unique educational paths for high-school students to expand their creative interests.

Last month, the Stanley Center for Peace and Security opened its new headquarters to the public. The completed building in downtown Muscatine is designed to meet the standards of the Living Building Challenge (LBC)—the most rigorous measure of sustainable design.

In the first half of the 20th century, Center Street was the heart of the Des Moines Black community. The neighborhood was home to many Black-owned businesses, including restaurants, barbershops, and clubs featuring some of Iowa’s finest jazz and blues musicians.

The University of Iowa (UI) has a celebrated history of turning out successful writers. Its graduate writing programs are some of the highest ranked in the country, known for nurturing the talent of literary greats.

A building project is a major expense for any organization, with long-term implications for your operations and the well-being of occupants. No building owner has an endless budget, making cost an obvious consideration when choosing an architect.

At the University of Iowa, wrestling is king. The men’s team boasts 24 National Championships, making it one of the most successful programs in NCAA Division I.

How do you design a workplace that fits your values and budget? Over the last year, the Iowa City studio renovation team has been answering that question.

A third-party building certification system is the most effective way to achieve a high-quality, high-performance project. When exploring certification systems, you’ll find many options, including Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and WELL. However, the most rigorous and holistic option is the Living Building Challenge.

Housing affordability has become an increasingly important issue for communities across the US. According to the US Census Bureau, 46% of American renters spent 30% or more of their income on housing in 2020. 23% spent at least 50% of their income in this way.