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Architects and designers are notoriously hard to shop for, so we asked the talented staff at IKM Architecture for their top gift recommendations for the holiday season and beyond. From magic hat toothpick holders to tea that brews to an exact Pantone color shade, these gifts are well-designed, practical, and would look great sitting on…

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Brian Roth, AIA, LEED AP, Associate and Senior Project Manager at IKM Architecture  In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for skilled labor in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and technology is at an all-time high. Traditional educational models are often ill-equipped to meet this demand, leaving a significant gap between what students learn in classrooms and…

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Chelsea Jno Baptiste’s journey began at the College of Engineering Design, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley. Driven by a passion for innovative design, she furthered her expertise at the Harvard Graduate School of Architecture, earning a Master of Architecture. Currently, Chelsea serves as a Project Designer at IKM Architecture’s Pittsburgh office. In addition to her professional role, she dedicates her time to shaping the next generation of architects as an adjunct professor, guiding first-year architecture students at both the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University.

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Project Designer Ty Juan Swanson-Sawyer, from our Cleveland office, is a graduate of Kent State University. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a dual Master’s degree in Architecture and Urban Design. His architectural trajectory began with participation in the Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (ACE) Mentor Program of Cleveland. Here’s a glimpse into his inspiring career path within the architecture community.

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Let’s talk about designing for safety and security in k-12 buildings. Tune in to listen to a quick conversation between IKM President, John Schrott, and IKM Associate and Project Manager, Allison Mason, chat further about this topic. “On the Spot with IKM” is a casual video series that utilizes the vast knowledge base of the…

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What is Biophilic Design? Tune in to listen to a quick conversation between IKM President, John Schrott, and IKM Interior Designer, Lisa Granger, chat further about this topic. “On the Spot with IKM” is a casual video series that utilizes the vast knowledge base of the IKM Architecture team to discuss and explore how we…

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Let’s talk about designing for the K-12 athletic experience. Tune in to listen to a quick conversation between IKM President, John Schrott, and IKM Project Architect, Ben Clements, chat further about this topic. “On the Spot with IKM” is a casual video series that utilizes the vast knowledge base of the IKM Architecture team to…

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