Reflections

A $57,500 annual savings was unlocked at Lynhurst 7th and 8th Grade Center through targeted improvements completed in just weeks, with little impact on daily operations. See how a focused approach delivered an immediate Owner win.

For more than four decades, Steve Alspaugh, FAIA, has shaped communities through purpose-driven design, mentoring future architects and advancing civic impact across more than 85 projects at Schmidt Associates. As we approach our 50th anniversary, we’re honoring his servant leadership and lasting cultural impact—explore his story and legacy.

Inspired by the season’s snowfall, interior design intern America Puga Hernandez created a flat lay that captures the quiet beauty of winter through frosted textures and cool tones. As a student in Purdue University’s interior architecture program, she’s learning how collaboration turns inspiration into spaces that serve people. Take a closer look at her design approach.

Spanning three years, this campaign celebrates the people, clients, and communities who have shaped our journey, while honoring 100 years of design legacy in Kentucky. We encourage you to join us in taking part in acts of kindness rooted in joy, partnership, and purpose, with stories shared to inspire even more impact. Learn how to get involved and make your mark.

In the candid conversation for our podcast Luminate, Sarah Hempstead sits down with Dr. Travis Madison of New Albany Floyd County Schools to discuss visibility, trust, and showing up for students and staff every day. Listen to the episode.

We wrapped up the year with gratitude and good company at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, celebrating the season in a space we helped reimagine. The evening brought our year full circle and reminded us why community matters. Revisit the celebration and see the highlights.

McCordsville’s Town Hall transformation reimagines how civic spaces serve people, creating a more open and flexible facility that supports staff, residents, and future growth. The result is a people-first space designed to serve the community today and well into the future. See the impact unfold.

As the year comes to a close, this reflection from Waypoint Strategies looks back on how generosity, trust, and grace strengthened project teams during the busiest moments of the year. It’s a reminder that relationships, not just deliverables, create lasting impact. Read the full reflection.