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BG Dean Mann Readiness Center
Project News

Readiness Center achieves LEED Silver certification!

Sustainable highlights of the BG Dean Mann Readiness Center include:
💧 37% reduction in indoor water use and a 91% reduction in outdoor irrigation water use
🏗️ 60% diversion of construction waste
⚡ Annual energy cost savings of 22%
♻️ More than 30% of materials made from recycled content
Community News

Habitat for Humanity

Our Des Moines crew teamed up with IMEG to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity. Grateful for the chance to build alongside great partners for an even greater cause! 
Community News

Fore!

Matt, Bill, and Lexa hit the course for the Golf Fore Education event hosted by Sioux City Public Schools Foundation!🏌️‍♂️ The team got to meet the Dancing Umpire for the Savannah Bananas (pictured), Vince Chapman AND Heisman Winner Johnny ‘The Jet’ Rodgers!
 
Team News

Hannah wins Betty Award

Celebrating our extraordinary teammate Hannah, the recipient of the 2025 Betty Award, a symbol of service and achievement, born out of love and respect for our late Betty Van Nyhuis. Here’s to 30 years of honoring Betty’s memory and recognizing the commitment and brilliance of our teammate, Hannah! 🏆
Project News

Fennimore Library Breaks Ground

Construction is officially underway for the Fennimore Library addition! 
Firm News

Treats with AIA Iowa

We won the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Iowa’s social media challenge, and they treated us to donuts. Is this newsworthy? ABSOLUTELY, IT’S DONUTS!🍩

 
Firm News

Dubuque Office On The Move

This 100-year-old corner building has weathered decades of deterioration, but its story isn’t over yet. Before we can reimagine it as our new Dubuque office location, we’re giving it the structural support it needs to stand strong for another century, starting with a new roof and a reinforced foundation.
Community News

Board Prez Honored

The Art Center Association of the Sioux City Art Center held its Annual Member Meeting and honored Outgoing President, Toi. We love seeing our teammates serve on boards they are passionate about!
 
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On the Course

Cory hit the greens at the Iowa League of Cities Annual Golf Tournament! ⛳️ The tournament supported the Tim Shields Endowment Fund.

West Liberty Athletic Complex
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Elevating the Game

Take a look at the newly upgraded West Liberty Athletic Complex — featuring the Comets’ track, football field, and ball diamonds, all designed for top-tier performance and community pride.

Project News

Sunny Days Ahead

Sun Prairie Library is nearing completion, and we can’t wait for the community to enjoy the sunshine at the amphitheater.
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Children's Area... all about STEM

The newly renovated children’s area at Sioux Center Public Library is officially open and it’s full of playful, custom-designed features that spark imagination and STEM fun.  📚🌽

Community News

Habitat for Humanity

Our Sioux City team cleaned up the construction site for a Habitat for Humanity home. We’re proud to get our hands dirty for a great cause and to help build a stronger community!
Paper Churches
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Architecture in the Classroom

Julio and Noah visited St. Michael School to inspire the next generation of architects! Students learned about careers in architecture and got hands-on by creating their very own paper churches.

Community News

Sun Prairie Public Library Gala

Sarah and Christy had a wonderful time at the Sun Prairie Public Library Gala! It’s always a joy to support spaces that bring communities together, especially as the library’s exciting new addition is now under construction!

Community News

We heart career fairs!

We had such a great time chatting all things architecture, engineering, and interior design with students from Sacred Heart School in Sioux City, during Career Day! Thanks for letting us share what we love, your curiosity and questions were 🔥.
Community News

How to Inspire Young Kids to Explore Design and Architecture

Architecture is all around us, and there are so many fun ways to help children develop an appreciation for it! Read Alyssa’s blog post for book recommendations and everyday activities! By incorporating creativity and exploration into everyday activities, we can inspire kids to see the world through a designer’s eyes—whether they grow up to be architects, engineers, designers, or just curious, creative thinkers.

Noah at the Capital
Team News

Architects Day on the Hill

Noah represented FEH Design at AIA Iowa’s Architects Day on the Hill! As a first-time participant, he had a great experience learning about bills that impact the architecture profession and discussing what the future may hold.

🗣️ “It was great meeting representatives from both the House and Senate, and I would recommend talking to any Senator or Representative—especially local—to express your interests.” – Noah
Firm News

FEH named Emerging Professional Friendly Firm

FEH Design is honored to be named an AIA Iowa Emerging Professional (EP) Friendly Firm! 🏆 Our team is packed with driven, creative, and hardworking emerging professionals—and we couldn’t be prouder of them! With 32% of our architectural team made up of EPs, we’re committed to supporting career growth every step of the way.
Growing Sustainable Communities Conference
Team News

Speakers at Growing Sustainable Communities Conference

Chris and Jennifer joined staff from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) at the Growing Sustainable Communities Conference in Dubuque! They were part of the session “LEED for Cities: Efficient and Sustainable Buildings.”

Build Day Southeast Polk
Community News

Build Day at Southeast Polk Middle School

Over 500 sixth graders put their creativity to the test, constructing cardboard models of new commercial buildings for Altoona! Guided by their imaginations (and a few rolls of tape), students worked in teams to bring their visions to life. Ben, Caleb, and Noah joined judges from Turner Construction and Iowa Demolition to select the top designs from each classroom.
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Inspiring future architects at Loess Hills Elementary

Our team had a blast sharing the world of architecture with students. One standout moment? A student requested a floor plan of the Tyson Events Center for his bedroom wall—so you bet we’ll be making a trip to our archives for that!

Brady Daniel
Team News

Brady is an Architect!

🎉 We’re proud to share that Brady Daniel has officially passed all six exams and is now a licensed architect—congrats, Brady!

Trees Forever
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Planting Positivity with Trees Forever

FEH Design joined forces with Turner Construction Company and Trees Forever for a tree-planting event! Noah summed up the experience perfectly: “I spent the afternoon complimenting trees—they say kind words help them grow! I’d say our service was nothing short of amazing, so ‘be-leaf’ me when I say it was a wonderful experience.” We’re proud to support sustainable initiatives that enhance our communities. 🌳

Expand Magazine
Team News

Architect Toi Spotlighted in Expand Magazine

We’re excited to share that Toi Sullivan has been featured on the cover of Expand Magazine, recognized for her exceptional leadership and contributions to the field. Expand Magazine celebrates inspiring community members across industries, spotlighting their journeys and impact.

Meals from the Heartland
Community News

FEH Design Joins Meals from the Heartland Hunger Fight

Meals from the Heartland focuses on providing prepackaged meals to low-income communities, disaster-affected areas, and schools supporting children in need. This year’s Hunger Fight aims to package 2 million meals, with many staying in Iowa. During a two-hour session, our team packaged 32 boxes, amounting to 6,912 meals. We’re proud to support such an impactful initiative!

Sioux Falls Readiness Center
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Army National Guard Cuts Ribbon on New Readiness Center

In collaboration with FEH Design, the South Dakota Department of the Military proudly completed the planning, design, and construction of the BG Dean Mann Readiness Center—a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to recruiting, training, and community engagement.

Living History Farms
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Cultivation Center in Construction at Living History Farms

This project started with an FEH Spark Session for the future needs at Living History Farms. Following the master plan, Living History Farms received a $1.488 million Destination Iowa grant from Iowa Economic Development Authority.

REMAX City Centre
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RE/MAX City Centre Wins Excellence in Construction Award

The Siouxland Construction Alliance presented awards to the RE/Max Experience and FEH Design, along with area businesses that contributed to the recently completed City Centre. The project revitalized the downtown building into a commercial and entertainment hybrid facility.

Sioux Falls Readiness Center
Project News

Dean Mann tours building with his namesake

A new readiness center named after BG Dean Mann is under construction in Sioux Falls, SD. Our team was honored to give him a tour of the construction site. The project is scheduled to be completed in fall 2024.

Iowa National Guard Squad Ops
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Iowa Air National Guard Building 254 Wins Excellence in Construction Award

The Siouxland Construction Alliance presented awards to the Iowa Air National Guard and FEH Design, along with area businesses that contributed to the recently completed Operations Building project. The $12 million, 31,000 sq ft project modernized a 70-year-old building.

125 Anniversary
Firm News

FEH Design Celebrates 125 Years

FEH stands for Foss, Engelstad, and Heil, three influential architects in our firm’s evolution and history. The initial entrepreneur was Andrew H. Foss, who launched the firm in 1898. Our established history of quality design and a deep commitment to the collaborative process has brought innovative results. Our firm culture is nurtured by seasoned leadership, and we continue to bring young professionals on board to ensure a strong future.

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