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PROFILE >> PROFILE> For 30 years Neumann Monson Architects has merged talent, innovation, and expertise to create enduring architectural solutions. At the heart of our mission is a work process that employs true collaboration where talented individuals come together to create quality environments for our clients and society. We maintain a broad array of architectural abilities and specialized qualifications, which allows us to continually thrive throughout a variety of design related markets. Neumann Monson embodies the ambition and expertise to achieve well beyond initial expectations. We challenge ourselves to excel, setting the standards for innovative architecture.
MEMBERSHIP/ LEADERSHIP> Community involvement is integral to Neumann Monson's professional ethics. We maintain active leadership in the following organizations: American Institute of Architecture, American Institute of Architecture, Iowa Chapter, AIA Central States, Young Architects Forum, AIA Central States Emerging Professionals Group , AIA Central States Region Representative, AIA Iowa Emerging Professionals, AIA Iowa Diversity Committee, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City Architects Council, Center on Sustainable Communities, Iowa Architect Magazine Editorial Board, Iowa Architectural Foundation, U.S. Green Building Council, U.S. Green Building Council, Iowa Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute , International Interior Design Association, Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce, Community Leadership Program, Iowa City Area Development Group, Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, Des Moines Leadership Institute, Greater Des Moines Partnership, Greater Des Moines Committee
SERVICES> Neumann Monson offers a full range of architectural and related services including: Accessibility Design, Bond Issue Consulting, Building Renovations & Additions, Cost Analysis, Energy Studies , Equipment Planning, Facility Design, Feasibility Studies, General Facilities Upgrades, Graphic Design, Interior Design, LEED Consulting, Master Planning, Program Analysis, Site Evaluation & Planning, Space Use Evaluation, Structural Engineering, Website Design
PEOPLE>>
PEOPLE> At Neumann Monson we believe that the strength of our team lies in the talent of our individuals. We seek the best talent and provide a creative studio environment where collaboration is embraced. By maintaining a nurturing workplace, we continue to evolve and ensure ongoing opportunities for the development of all staff. We are always seeking diverse and talented professionals. Please submit resumes to: careers@neumannmonson.com.
SHAREHOLDERS> Kevin Monson, President; Tim Schroeder, Vice President; Dwight Dobberstein, Principal; Kim McDonald, Principal; Dave Zahradnik, Principal; Chris DeGroot, Principal.
EMPLOYEES> Kevin Monson, Roy Neumann, Bill Hoefer, Emily Kellenberger, Steve Somsky, Bill Anderson, Tim Schroder, Denise Schmitz, Nick Lindsley, Josh Rechkemmer, Kristen Mohr, Rick Caruth, Dwight Dobberstein, Bob Gassman, Brad Nowasell, Kari Uhlenkamp, Nathan Griffith, Dustin Morin, Kim McDonald, Max Miller, Alese VanHolland, Scott Palmberg, Brodie Campbell, Jessica Bristow, Dave Zahradnik, Dan Broffitt, Jesse Bulman, Emily Martensen, Jennifer Kupka, Matt Krieger, Chris DeGroot, Sally Obernolte, Sandie Trimpe, Brian Warthen, Peter Correll, Jack Miller
PHILOSOPHY>>
PHILOSOPHY > On collaboration: Neumann Monson Architects believes client interaction to be the elemental force in creating functional and enduring architectural spaces. By way of discussion and discourse, we gather insight into our client’s unique vision, and work to understand all aspects of their needs—pragmatic and aesthetic. Because every project is different, we assemble a team of consultants to best serve the variety of conditions surrounding each design. Too often, architects have the tendency to talk past their clients and design teams, driving solutions and aggressive aesthetics rather than encouraging cultivation of the client’s vision and needs. At Neumann Monson, we believe our role is to inform and nurture, implementing the diverse talents within our team to carry an idea from concept to completion. We maintain this process to be the essential ingredient towards the creation of intelligent architecture—grounded in function and enlightened by collaboration. On context: Architecture carries the tremendous responsibility, to not only provide for clients, but also to serve and shape the fabric of our communities. Neumann Monson is committed to the highest quality architectural designs which perform efficiently and improve life. Our firm works to incorporate the client’s needs into the overall language of the project’s surroundings by creating performance-oriented, sustainable designs which harmonize with, and enhance the site upon which they are built. As stewards of our local community, as well as the Midwest, we aim to integrate our work into the landscape and instill our designs with place. On detail: Materials and their assemblies decide the success of an architectural design, from defining durability and practicality to shaping a building’s more sentient qualities. Details inform how we see, feel, and understand the architecture we inhabit. Neumann Monson provides expertise and innovation through the employment of sustainable materials and building systems, aiding in the creation of poetic spaces which both perform and delight. We achieve these qualities through an intense process of design and revision, coordinating with our contractors and consultants to streamline our process and ensure consistent forward progress. By scrutinizing each element within a project, we establish order and functional relationships to provide our clients with the best possible architectural solutions.
SUSTAINABILITY>>
SUSTAINABILITY> Neumann Monson Architects is committed to incorporating sustainable concepts and strategies into every project. We are passionate about producing architecture that can provide increased productivity, health, and comfort for all occupants, while reducing operational costs and energy dependencies. We have 26 LEED Accredited Professionals on our team and are able to demonstrate how LEED strategies create high performance facilities that improve our communities and our world. SUSTAINABLE ACHIEVEMENTS> Iowa's first contemporary green roof, North Ridge Park Pavilion; Iowa's first LEED school, James Van Allen Elementary; Iowa's first LEED municipal building, Davenport Police Facility; Iowa's first LEED Platinum project, ACT Operations Center; Nation's first LEED Platinum data center, ACT Operations Center; The University of Iowa's first LEED project, P. Sue Beckwith, M.D. Boathouse; Iowa's first and only LEED architectural office, Neumann Monson Architects, Iowa City Office
SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVES> In-office Green Team, Devoted to providing guidance on projects, office policy, and furthering the firms sustainable initiative; Adoptees of the 2030 Challenge, Designing toward zero carbon emissions by 2030 - www.architecture 2030.com; U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Member , U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Iowa Chapter representative - Matt Krieger
LEED CERTIFIED PROJECTS> ACT Operations Center, LEED Platinum - 2009, Iowa City, Iowa Willowwind School, LEED Gold - 2009, Iowa City, Iowa Davenport Police Facility, LEED Gold - 2008, Davenport, Iowa Neumann Monson Architects Office, LEED Gold - 2007, Iowa City, Iowa ICCSD James Van Allen Elementary, LEED Silver - 2005, North Liberty, Iowa Midwest One Bank, LEED Certified - 2010, Parkersburg, Iowa* University of Iowa P. Sue Beckwith, M.D. Boathouse, LEED Gold - 2010, Iowa City, Iowa* Iowa River Landing, UIHC Medical Office Building, LEED Silver - 2013, Coralville, Iowa** Carver-Hawkeye Arena Addition and Renovation, LEED Silver - 2012, Iowa City, Iowa** Western Iowa Tech Community College Rec Center, LEED Silver - 2012, Sioux City, Iowa*** Northwest Iowa Community College Recreation Center, LEED Silver – 2011, Sheldon, Iowa*** Midwest One Bank, LEED Platinum - 2011, Bettendorf, Iowa** Midwest One Bank, LEED Silver - 2011, Iowa City, Iowa** Trinity Episcopal Church, LEED Certified - 2010, Iowa City, Iowa** St. Thomas Moore, LEED Certified - 2010, Coralville, Iowa** Alpha Chi Omega Sorority, LEED Certified - 2010, Iowa City, Iowa** Coralville North Fire Station, LEED Gold - 2010, Coralville, Iowa** Johnson County Joint Emergency Communications Center, LEED Gold - 2010, Iowa City, Iowa** St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church, LEED Silver - 2010, Hiawatha, Iowa** St. Patrick Catholic Church, LEED Gold - 2010, Iowa City, Iowa**
