THE BLUEPRINT A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER BY SJCF ARCHITECTURE EDITION 4, FALL 2015 AWARD WINNING DESIGN THREE SJCF PROJECTS EARN DESIGN AWARDS SJCF SPOTLIGHT: MEET MATT HAMM CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ARCHITECTS 1
A LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT As I reflect back on this summer, I can t help but be proud of the accomplishments of our talented team members over the past couple of months. The creativity of our project managers, architects and interior designers, working in tandem with our clients, led to three big award recognitions. Also, their dedication has led to the recent completion of other landmark projects in Kansas. Many of the projects - new and renovated schools, recreation facilities, churches, museums and businesses - are transforming the lives of thousands of students and facility patrons. We are especially proud of the performance and hard work of three of our intern architects, resulting in their recognition by the State of Kansas as licensed architects. I am excited to see what the rest of the year has in store for SJCF. Looking forward, I encourage everyone to sharpen client focus and collaboration, and to dedicate themselves to their project teams. When we work together, we can achieve anything! Brad Biddle, President SJCF TEAM UPDATES IN THIS ISSUE: 2 SJCF Team Updates 3-5 Award Winning Projects Derby North Middle School (above) Farha Sports Center - Indoor Fields Derby Recreation Center 6 SJCF Spotlight: Matt Hamm, AIA 7 Congratulations to Our Architects 8 That s a Wrap: Recently Completed Work 9 Out and About 9 About SJCF Architecture Ed Koser retired from SJCF Architecture after nearly 45 years with the company. Ed graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1969 and began work at SJCF Architecture in 1970. Ed s last project at SJCF was the Wichita Airport Parking Garage, where he was the Resident Architect. SJCF wishes Ed a happy retirement! Chad L. Voth has joined SJCF Architecture as a Project Architect. Chad brings with him knowledge in many different building types. What does he like most about being an architect? Creating buildings that represent a client s vision and personality. Terry Oxford has joined the SJCF Architecture team as a CAD/BIM Technician. Terry s greatest strength is his ability to translate designs into construction documents. What does he find most challenging about the field? Every project to tackle is different and comes with new challenges. 2
DERBY NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL OUTSTANDING DESIGN AMERICAN SCHOOL & UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE Client: Derby Public Schools Location: Derby, Kansas Completed: August 2015 Size: 183,000 SF SJCF Project Team Rick Brown, Terry Wiggers, Shannon Bohm, Brian Hertz, Erica Hertz, Carmen Simon-Phillips, Amy Zoglman Project Features: Cafetorium, Media Center, Outdoor learning courtyards,technology Suite, two gymnasiums, music suite that doubles as a FEMA storm shelter Design Focus: A sustainable school with a technologyfocused learning environment, the design employs repetitive elements, colorful interiors, day-lit classrooms, transparent volumes and alternating materials. Consultants: Structural Engineer: Mechanical Engineer: Electrical Engineer: Civil Engineer: Site/Landscaping: Dudley Williams & Associates Basis Consulting Engineers Johnson Engineering Baughman Company GRO Lanscape Architecture and Land Planning Contractor: Coonrod & Associates Construction Co., Inc. 3
DERBY RECREATION CENTER AWARD OF HONOR FOR INTERIOR RENOVATION KAN-STRUCT Client: Derby Recreation Commission Location: Derby, Kansas Completed: 2013 Size: 80,000 SF Project Features: Renovated natatorium, program studios, locker rooms, fitness center and cardio area as well as a new lobby Design Focus: A welcoming entrance experience, better staff visibility, increased and improved fitness/program options for members SJCF Project Team Matt Hamm, Carolyn Boos, Amy Zoglman Consultants: Structural Engineer: Dudley Williams & Associates Mechanical Engineer: Midwest Engineering, Inc. (MEi) Electrical Engineer: Insite Group, Inc. Civil Engineer: Young & Associates, PA Contractor: Simpson Construction Services 4
FARHA SPORTS CENTER - INDOOR FIELDS AWARD OF HONOR FOR ARCHITECTURE ($500,000 - $5,000,000) KAN-STRUCT Client: Greater Wichita YMCA Location: Wichita, Kansas Completed: Fall 2014 Size: 65,000 SF Project Features: Nearly 50,000 SF of Synthetic Sports Fields that can be setup as (2) 90 x200 fields, (6) 60 x90 fields; walk-draw netting dividers; a Power Sports studio that is fully-furnished with a variety of training equipment, provides opportunity for sport specific training; a concession space that provides a place for viewing can also serve as a meeting or party space. Design Focus: Bold graphic banners depicting athletes in action add color and energy to the space SJCF Project Team Brad Biddle, Robert Love, Amy Zoglman, Kristen Voth Consultants: Structural Engineer: Mechanical Engineer: Electrical Engineer: Civil Engineer: Dudley Williams & Associates Midwest Engineering, Inc. (MEi) Enginuity Consulting Engineers MKEC Engineering Contractor: Dondlinger Construction 5
SJCF SPOTLIGHT : MATT HAMM, AIA : Title: Vice President, Architect Work: 15 years at SJCF Architecture Community: Leadership Wichita Class of 2015 Junior Achievement AIA Blox Class of 2013 Education: Bachelor of Architecture, Kansas State University, 1999 Notable Projects: Pathway Church, Goddard, Kansas (sketch - top, photo - middle) Ortiz Elementary School, Wichita, Kansas (bottom) Midwest Kia, Wichita, Kansas Chapel Hill United Methodist Church, Wichita, Kansas What is your favorite memory at SJCF? Designing Martin Ortiz Elementary School for Wichita USD 259. It is a colorful school, full of natural light and great spaces for learning. It is also the school where I volunteer for Junior Achievement. What activities do you enjoy outside the office? I spend a great amount of time outside the office keeping up with my wife and three active sons. I also like to draw in pen and ink, as well as play baritone in the First Church of the Nazarene orchestra. Who are the most important people in your life? My wife and boys give me joy. They are who I think about most in the good times and bad. What is the best advice you have ever received? My father gives me the best advice. Most of his advice is given through action, not words. Work hard. Watch what you say. Dream big. What keeps you motivated? I am motivated by the words what if... Curiosity is a good trait. 6
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ARCHITECTS Congratulations to Erica Hertz, Teresa Burk and Brian Hertz for receiving their State of Kansas Architect Licenses! Erica Hertz Teresa Burk Erica received her Master of Architecture degree from Kansas State University in 2012. According to Erica, she wanted to become an architect at a very early age. Most girls my age were playing with dolls and Barbies whereas I was constructing every type of building I could imagine out of LEGOs. Of her recent achievement, I made a commitment when I started at K-State to do the best I possibly could and have no regrets in the career ahead of me. Licensure is a step in my path and in order to balance work and family I wanted to have this hurdle behind me. Teresa has been with SJCF Architecture since 2006. She received her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Oklahoma State University in 2004 and Master of Science in Environmental Studies from Friends University in 2008. Teresa is very involved with the US Green Building Council (USGBC) Central Plains Chapter and is passionate about working with others to better the city of Wichita. I m continually meeting new people and forging new relationships... I m learning about the city around me and ways that I might contribute to its success and the citizens well being. Brian received his Master of Architecture degree from Kansas State University in 2012. He decided to become an architect while taking a drafting/cad course in middle school. Brian s favorite thing about being a part of the SJCF team? Being involved with every aspect of a project is my favorite thing about SJCF. That has given me the opportunity to become licensed much quicker than some of my peers. Brian Hertz WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME A REGISTERED ARCHITECT? DEGREE FROM AN ACCREDITED UNIVERSITY 3,740 IDP HOURS IN 17 EXPERIENCE AREAS + + PASSING SCORE ON ALL 7 ARES* *Architectural Registration Examinations SJCF Architecture takes great pride in our Intern Development Program (IDP). Of the 21 employees at SJCF who have an accredited degree in architecture, 18 are licensed. The remaining three are working toward licensure and should be ready to apply for their licenses in the next 12 to 18 months. 7
THAT S A WRAP Fall of 2015 has brought with it the completion of several exciting projects. Here are a few: The Derby North Middle School is part of a $66,600,000 bond issue that passed in 2012. The school is designed for 1,000 students. The 183,000 square foot building consists of four main areas: a centralized entry/cafetorium area, an athletic complex, an academic wing and an exploratory wing. Other projects that are part of the 2012 Derby Bond are also nearing completion, including renovations and additions at Derby Middle School and Oaklawn Elementary School. Building on the success of its fi rst campus in west Wichita, Pathway Church set out to open a second location in the growing community of Goddard, KS. With the help of the SJCF Architecture, Pathway was able to create a vibrant, energetic building to house their diverse and growing congregation. Since opening in June, the new campus has been a huge success. Overall we ve seen a 40% increase in weekly attendance at the Goddard Campus, since the new facility opened, Executive Pastor Larry Wren said. The addition and renovation projects at the El Dorado YMCA consist of two new basketball courts, program space and restrooms to the branch. The Kids Zone, family center and free weights areas were expanded. The El Dorado YMCA was one of the first YMCA facilities designed by SJCF Architecture and was the first suburban branch of the Greater Wichita YMCA. The project, located in the city s historic downtown, is across from El Dorado s iconic railroad depot. The Wichita Airport Parking Garage and Rental Car Center, designed in association with parking consultant Carl Walker, Inc., added 1,600 new parking spaces within close proximity of the new terminal. SJCF s role was to give a sense of architecture to the new facility, as well as to beautify the airport s campus through use of landscaping. I think the public will be surprised at the campus s efficiency, partner Sam Frey said, and for the first time, visitors to the airport will have access to covered parking. 8
OUT AND ABOUT How did our team members spend their summers? Spending time on job sites and out in the community! Above: SJCF employees look out to the natatorium on a tour the new Wichita Southeast High School. Top Right: SJCF employees take part in the 2015 Corporate Challenge softball tournament. Bottom Right: SJCF employees take part in the 2015 Corporate Challenge volleyball tournament. ABOUT SJCF ARCHITECTURE It is our goal that every building designed by SJCF be unique, functional and beautiful. We strive to give our clients a building that will be timeless and that reflects the mission of their organization. We work hard to give our clients the maximum amount of building for their budget. Through innovative solutions and attention to detail, we take each project to the next level in terms of economy and quality. As architects, we are fortunate enough to shape the cities we live in. At SJCF, it is our goal that the buildings we design today will be considered as beautiful 50 years from now as they are today. Our clients recognize that hiring an architect is more than a means to an end. They know that by hiring SJCF, they are investing in the future of their employees, clients and the community. We look at your current needs, then encourage you to plan for the future of your organization. When SJCF Architecture takes on a project, we become part of your team and your mission. Groundbreaking of the new Fort Riley Elementary School. The school will be dedicated in October. Look for information about this project in our next issue! Like what you see? We d love to hear how we can help with your facility needs! To learn more about SJCF Architecture, visit sjcf.com or contact our Business Development Manager Bailey Clark at bclark@sjcf.com or 316-684-0171. 9