Tag Archive for: Steve Alspaugh

Sowing Seeds of Knowledge: Preserving Indiana’s Agricultural Heritage at the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion

Agriculture is the lifeblood of Indiana, and the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion stands as a tribute to the past and a gateway to the future. With a rich agricultural heritage deeply embedded in its foundation, this Pavilion is a multi-purpose event venue and a nod to the indomitable spirit of the farming community. […]

Flexibility at the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion: A Triumph in Modern Innovation

In July, the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion opened, reshaping the landscape of event hosting in Indiana. Spearheaded by Schmidt Associates architects, engineers, construction administrators, and interior designers, this cutting-edge building has quickly become a cornerstone of the Indiana State Fairgrounds’ facilities offerings, including 196,000 SF of flexible, multi-purpose space. From Swine Barn to […]

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 […]

The Intersection of Comfort and Sound: How Quiet HVAC Systems and Good Acoustics Contribute to Higher Learning

Acoustics and Well-being Well-designed classrooms are central to learning. While students and staff may not immediately consider what they hear (or don’t hear), noise control is fundamental to their learning environment. As architects and engineers specializing in higher education design, we have an obligation to minimize these distractions, making acoustics an integral aspect of design […]

Mass Ave Isn’t What It Used to Be: Urban Revitalization in Indianapolis

Years of redevelopment and steadfast anchor institutions are to thank for the Mass Ave we know and love.   Did you know that MacNiven’s used to be a biker bar? Maybe you noticed the original “Sears, Roebuck and Company” still etched into the west side of Needler’s Fresh Market at the corner of Alabama and […]

Q&A Session with Steve Alspaugh

Fast Facts about Steve Alspaugh Discipline: Design Architect Hometown: Monticello, IN Undergrad: Ball State University Graduate: Ball State University Favorite Spot on Mass Ave: MacNivens   It was April 3, 1974, and major storms were descending on Monticello, IN. Three tornadoes tore through the small city northwest of Indianapolis, destroying it in about 20 minutes. […]

Six Biophilic Design Tactics

“Biophilia is the humankind’s innate biological connection with nature. It helps explain why crackling fires and crashing waves captivate us; why a garden view can enhance our creativity; why shadows and heights instill fascination and fear; and why animal companionship and strolling through a park have restorative, healing effects.” – Terrapin Bright Green What is […]

Iterations and Evolutions

Design discovery is a process, not an event. It involves developmental steps which consider and refine more and more information as it moves towards becoming a reality. It is not always a linear process, sometimes turning back on itself to reconsider a previous direction and chart a new one. The path of a design process […]

Fourth in the Series of Four Core Principles of Design at Schmidt Associates – A Closer Look at the Integrity Principle

Design at Schmidt Associates flows passionately and intentionally out of our Core Principles of Design. The third of these principles is Integrity. Design solutions should be conceptually clear at all levels of design – with aspects as broad as the overall layout and spatial relationships to the detailing of elements to be consistent with the […]

Third in the Series of Four Core Principles of Design at Schmidt Associates – A Closer Look at the Stewardship Principle

Design at Schmidt Associates flows passionately and intentionally out of our Core Principles of Design. We covered the strategic principal in our previous post of the series. The second of these principles is Stewardship. Design solutions respond to this principle through their functional usability and the way in which people are able to flexibly activate their […]