About Us


Our Mission
IKM’s mission is to provide innovative and informed design solutions that create enduring value in a changing world.
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Our Vision
Curiosity, knowledge, and technology drive us to improve the human experience through design.

Our Values
People
We believe that our people are extraordinary. Their growth is cultivated by a culture of curiosity, communication, education, and equality where all staff can learn and grow to their greatest potential.
Knowledge
Our strength lies in understanding the technical, cultural, and economic factors that are critical to our client’s mission. Our mastery of these factors informs our work in all stages of design to improve the human experience.
Equity
We believe that unique solutions come when diverse voices contribute to the design conversations that challenge us most. Equity is a vital factor in our efforts to be inclusive and allow for opportunities to contribute to our success as a firm.
Design
We think beyond technical solutions to integrate craft, beauty, and delight into the built environment. We believe that the creation of the built environment is an optimistic endeavor. It is a gesture of faith toward the future.
Transformational Change
Our clients’ most complex challenges are solved through our leadership in new areas of thought, research, and technology.
Relationships
We connect with others through honesty, respect, and empathy to work as a team and make a difference.
Fiscal Responsibility
The responsible stewardship of our business requires prudent and thoughtful fiscal decisions. The future of our firm depends on the wisdom of the choices we make now.
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Architectural Services
- Site Analysis
- Program Development
- Conceptual Design
- Schematic Design
- Design Development
- Bidding or Negotiated Pricing
- Construction Documentation & Specification
- Sun Studies
- Zoning Analysis
- LEED® /Sustainability Analysis/ Scorecard
- 3-D Image Development
- Animation Studies
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Construction Contract Administration
- Construction Site Observation
- Detailed Cost Development
- Post-Occupancy Evaluation
Planning Services
- Campus Master Planning
- Comprehensive City Planning
- Zoning & Annexation Studies
- Redevelopment Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Site Analysis, Evaluation & Selection
- Feasibility Studies
- Facility Assessments
- Food Service Planning
- Transportation System Planning
- Participatory Planning & Conflict Resolution
- Urban Design
Interior Design
- Interior Standards
- Conceptual Design
- Installation Documents & Specifications
- Computer-Aided Design & Drafting
- Color & Finish Consultation
- Artwork & Plant Consultation and Specifications
- Bidding & Negotiated Pricing
- Administration of Furnishings
- Contract Installation
- Furniture Evaluation
- Site Observation
- Custom Millwork & Furnishings Design
- Graphic Design and Wayfinding
- Specifications
- Post Occupancy Evaluation