Unlocking the Future of Housing: Designing Bloomington, Indiana’s ADUs for Sustainable Living and Vibrant Communities

In recent years, the concept of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) has gained prominence as an innovative housing solution. ADUs, also known as granny flats and in-law or secondary suites, are self-contained living spaces located on the same property as a primary residence. These versatile structures offer homeowners many benefits, from increased rental income and property […]

Talent and Tomatoes: Tom Ning Reflects on Life as an Architect

With a curious spirit and a love of art and design, Tom Ning, RA, realized he wanted to be an architect in elementary school. He arrived in Fort Wayne, Indiana, from Hong Kong with his family at age seven and became a U.S. citizen when he was 18. Earning associate degrees in construction technology and […]

Integrating Modular Wall Systems in Healthcare Settings

Modular wall systems have long been available in workplace solutions for commercial office and retail facilities, and now these systems are becoming more widely used in healthcare settings because of shorter building times, sustainable building practices, and flexibility. In the end, these reasons alone cannot only save health systems time and money but may also […]

Design Inspiration: Creating Interior Finishing Palettes

With a spark of warm seasonal tones and textures, centralized fabrics, art deco-influenced geometry, and stunning accents, Interior Design Student Intern Lauren Burke shares her unique process for assembling interior finishing palettes that capture the art and essence of everything in full bloom for the season. Watch her process and get inspired by her talent.

Q&A With Architect David McDow

Early in his career, David McDow, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, knew that pursuing healthcare design was his passion and long-term goal. Over time, he’s focused on constant learning and coming to expect the unexpected in design, which he believes happens daily. Years later, he’s reflecting on key trends, both stateside and abroad. We recently caught […]

The Benefits of Engagement Workshops

To better understand an Owner’s future workplace, we recently hosted an engagement workshop with the KPFF Louisville team who is planning their new office in downtown Louisville. KPFF is a national structural engineering firm that partners with the world’s most thoughtful and creative design professionals to design and build extraordinary places and things. In 2022, […]

Coming Soon to the Louisville Zoo

New Kentucky Trails Exhibit Seeks to Redefine Zoo Experience Continuing the Louisville Zoo’s mission to “Better the Bond Between People and our Planet,” a new experience is beginning to take shape. Together with international zoological consultants CLR Design, Schmidt Associates is excited to play a major role in its development. Introducing Kentucky Trails Design is […]