Koch Hazard's 15 LEED Accredited Professionals

Koch Hazard has four new LEED Accredited Professionals: Matt Heirigs, Hope Store, Angela McKillip, and Steve Miller. Koch Hazard now has a total of 15 LEED Accredited Professionals.

The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings.

Koch Hazard has released the Summer 2009 newsletter, entitled 'Transformation'.

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Koch Hazard was recently featured in the South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) program Dakota Life, in an episode entitled "LEEDing the Way". Originally aired on June 11, Jeff Hazard and Stacey McMahan discussed environmentally friendly design practices and how they have been incorporated into several Koch Hazard projects, including the Heartland Consumers Power District headquarters, Cherapa Place, and Museum of Visual Materials.

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Koch Hazard now has a Facebook page. Join the conversation at www.facebook.com/kochhazard.

Two more staff members from Koch Hazard are now LEED Accredited Professionals. Matthew Hansen completed the exam on June 12 and Aaron Bakker on June 19.

Matthew Hansen, project technician, began working at Koch Hazard in March 2008.

Aaron Bakker, Project Manager, began working at Koch Hazard in 2004.

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Senior Principal appointed to city boards

Chris Schiltz, Senior Principal at Koch Hazard, was recently appointed by Sioux Falls Mayor Dave Munson to two city boards; the Public Transit Advisory Board and the Zoning Board of Adjustment. He will serve a three-year term effective June 4, 2009.

Koch Hazard welcomes new staff

Koch Hazard Architects is pleased to welcome the addition of two staff members:

Angela McKillip has joined Koch Hazard as a Project Designer. Angela received a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from South Dakota State University and a Master of Architecture at University of Minnesota. Angela spent two years at an architectural firm in St. Paul, MN and has experience as an Assistant Professor at South Dakota State University where she will continue to teach a design studio in the interior design program.

Collin Jacobs is a summer architectural intern. Collin graduated from University of Kansas with a Masters in Architecture this past May.

New Building Plans Examiner

Beth Guenther, project manager at Koch Hazard, recently passed the International Code Council Building Plans Examiner Examination.

Project Manager earns LEED accreditation

Kyle S. Raph, Project Manager at Koch Hazard, is now a LEED Accredited Professional. He successfully completed the exam on May 29. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Raph has nine years of experience working at Koch Hazard.

Koch Hazard Architects announces promotions

Koch Hazard Architects is pleased to announce two recent staff promotions. Cory A. Bleyenburg and Todd R. Stone, AIA have both been promoted to Associate Principal.

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Children's Home Society holds groundbreaking

Groundbreaking for the addition and remodel of the existing Children's Home Society Loving School in Sioux Falls will be held Tuesday, May 19. Koch Hazard designed the addition which is scheduled for completion in October 2010.

Construction will begin mid-April on the new 68,000 square foot Intermediate School in Tea, SD. Designed by Koch Hazard, the new school will be located just south of the current high/middle school and serve grades 4-6. Construction is scheduled for completion in July 2010.

Plain Green conference held on April 16-17

Around 270 people registered to attend the second Plain Green conference at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls on April 16-17. Koch Hazard Architects and South Dakota State University collaborated once again to host the conference which addressed sustainability. For more information, visit the website at www.plaingreen.org.

On April 10 at 11:00 at a groundbreaking ceremony, construction will officially be underway for the new headquarters building for Heartland Consumers Power District in Madison, SD.  The 9,400 square foot building, designed by Koch Hazard, is on track to become the first LEED Platinum building in South Dakota.

Construction on the new Longfellow Elementary School in Mitchell, SD will kickoff during a groundbreaking ceremony on April 3rd at noon. The new school, designed by Koch Hazard, will replace the existing on the same neighborhood block. ...

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KH designers participate in 'Design SD'

TJ Olson and Matt Heirigs from Koch Hazard are two of 18 design professionals participating in a 3-day design charette in Deuel County for Design SD: a new initiative to help rural communities across South Dakota to create a better future through design. The charette is slated for March 26-28.

Mitchell School Board approves Bond Issue

School board members in Mitchell School District approved an $8.6 million bond issue for Longfellow Elementary School, to be designed by Koch Hazard.

Northern State University Technology Center located in Aberdeen, SD and designed by Koch Hazard has been selected for as an Outstanding Project in Learning By Design 2009.

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Principal to speak at realtor's association seminar

Koch Hazard principal Stacey McMahan, AIA, LEED AP, will present to the South Dakota Realtor's Association of the Sioux Empire at a seminar at Cherapa Place in Sioux Falls on March 3. Stacey, in partnership with Kurt Hanson Hometech, Inc., will present information about the Basics of Green Building. The three hour continuing education seminar will conclude with a tour of Cherapa Place, a LEED Gold registered project.

Plain Green conference to be held on April 17

In response to a successful inaugural event in 2008, Koch Hazard Architects and South Dakota State University have collaborated again to host Plain Green 09, a conference addressing sustainability. The event will be held at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls. For more information, visit the website at www.plaingreen.org.

Todd Stone, project manager at Koch Hazard Architects, recently passed the Architectural Registration Exam (A.R.E.) and has been licensed as an architect by the South Dakota Board of Technical Professions. Todd has worked at Koch Hazard Architects since May 2008.

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Media One FunSki, an annual benefit for Children's Inn, was held January 30-31 at Great Bear Recreation Park. Koch Hazard sponsored the event and also participated in the Snow Sculpture and Snow Tube events.

Koch Hazard is pleased to announce that Aaron Bakker has been promoted to a Project Manager. Aaron has been with Koch Hazard for four years.

Northern State University Technology Center in Aberdeen, SD has been selected for publication in Penton Media's American School & University 2008 Architectural Portfolio. The project, designed by Koch Hazard, is featured in the November 2008 edition of the magazine. An annual competition honoring education design excellence, the Architectural Portfolio spotlights projects representing some of the most effective learning environments in America.

Voters in Tea Area School District approved a bond of up to $9.9 million for a new intermediate school, to be designed by Koch Hazard. The school is scheduled to open by fall 2010.  

Stacey McMahan, a principal at Koch Hazard, attended the United States Green Building Council's (USGBC) Greenbuild Conference on November 18-21 in Boston. Greenbuild provides an opportunity to connect with other green building peers, industry experts, and influential leaders as they share innovations in the green building movement.   

On November 28, Koch Hazard will hold its annual Fall Gallery show, entitled 'Translations of Feeling & Form'. Work from artists Mi Young Lee and Mary Selvig will be on display at the KH Gallery until December 19th, 2008.

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Nearly 325 Sioux Falls Business Journal readers recently voted and chose their favorite area companies and business professionals. For the fourth year in a row, Koch Hazard Architects won 'Best Architectural Firm' in the contest.  

Seniors who qualify for low-income housing now have another living option in Sioux Falls. Creekside Apartments, designed by Koch Hazard, is now open to the public.

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T.J. Olson, Project Designer at Koch Hazard, is now a LEED Accredited Professional. He successfully completed the exam on November 13. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. T.J. began working at Koch Hazard in 2007.

Stacey McMahan, principal at Koch Hazard, was a guest columnist for the November 12 issue of the Sioux Falls Business Journal which featured her article, 'Green workplaces help build sustainable city'.

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American Institute of Architects (AIA) South Dakota recently released the first annual magazine. Stacey McMahan, principal at Koch Hazard, served on the editorial committee.

Of the three awards to be presented at the 2008 American Institute of Architects (AIA) South Dakota convention, Koch Hazard will receive two. The Kresge Building received the only Honor Award, and the Orpheum Theater Complex received a Merit Award.  Both projects are located in downtown Sioux Falls.

Andy Fett has joined the team at Koch Hazard as a project technician. Andy has seven years of experience in the design industry. Welcome, Andy!

SDSU Dykhouse Student Athlete Center breaks ground

Construction officially began on the new Dykhouse Student Athlete Center at South Dakota State University on Septemger 27.  The athletic complex, designed by Koch Hazard, will house all of the operations for SDSU's Division I football program and will also include a student athlete academic center. The project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2009.

Plain Green conference to be held on September 25-26

Koch Hazard Architects and South Dakota State University have collaborated to host Plain Green, a conference addressing sustainability. The event will be held at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls. For more information, visit the website at www.plaingreen.org.

On September 5, Sanford School of Medicine and University of South Dakota will celebrate the dedication of their new facility, the Andrew E. Lee Memorial Medicine and Science building, designed by Koch Hazard.

The Sioux Falls Christian School addition, designed by Koch Hazard, is now complete and ready for students. The addition includes two academic wings, offices, a multipurpose room, and a cafeteria/commons area.

Jeff Hazard, CEO of Koch Hazard, is now a LEED Accredited Professional. He successfully completed the exam on August 16. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings.

Robyn Haggin has joined the team at Koch Hazard as a project technician. Robyn has seven years of experience in the design industry. Welcome, Robyn!

Construction officially began on the $2.2 million expansion to Huron Public Library on July 10.  The addition, designed by Koch Hazard, includes a relocated entrance and expanded children's area. The project is expected to be completed in June 2009.

Kay Hirning, Interior Designer at Koch Hazard Architects, recently passed the examination to receive the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certificate. The examination is a universal standard by which to measure the competency of interior designers to practice as professionals. Kay has worked at Koch Hazard since September 2006.

Construction began on the 60,000 square foot addition to Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls. The new addition, designed by Koch Hazard, will consist of a new gathering space with clear-story windows, basement classrooms, an activities gym, and a second worship space for a contemporary celebrate service. Construction is scheduled to be complete in December 2009.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 5 at Children's Home Society for the Administration Building, a three-phased addition and renovation project by Koch Hazard that adds much needed office, therapy, and conference space.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 4 at Larson Square, a renovation project by Koch Hazard that adds 11,000 square feet of retail/office space and 22,000 square feet of residential space. Larson Square is a key component of the Uptown at Falls Park project.

Koch Hazard Architects, along with other leaders of the Uptown at Falls Park project  in Sioux Falls, are constructing a patio made out of 95 percent recycled materials for one of the buildings. ...

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Todd Stone has joined the team at Koch Hazard as a project manager. Todd has nine years of experience in the design industry. Welcome, Todd!

Koch Hazard is pleased to welcome three summer interns to the staff. Students completing their summer architecture internships at Koch Hazard include Angela McKillip, Nathan DeWit, and Steven Dix.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on May 19 at the Kresge Building, a restoration project by Koch Hazard that adds office and retail space.

Koch Hazard along with South Dakota State University announce plans for a new symposium that will address current issues in sustainability and green communities. The conference is slated for September 24-26 at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls, SD and is open to the general public. Visit www.plaingreen.org for more information.

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Koch Hazard is featured in the May 2008 issue of Builder/Architect magazine. The issue addresses sustainable design and environmental responsibility.

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Koch Hazard has been selected to design the new Longfellow Elementary School in Mitchell, South Dakota. The school will be built on the existing site and is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2010.

In response to the growing interest in sustainability, Koch Hazard created a forum on GreenDigs Blog. Join the discussion!

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In conjunction with Earth Day on April 22, Koch Hazard and a group of Sioux Falls business leaders launched the Sioux Falls Green Project, a citywide initiative that will change the way people think and act toward the environment. Targeting both consumers and the business community, the Green Project will seek to educate and inspire Sioux Falls residents to live greener - particularly the areas of recycling, water conservation, energy consumption and development.

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Koch Hazard has been selected as the architect for an addition to Rural Learning Center, headquarters of an organization dedicated to help rural communities achieve viable and vital futures by serving as a catalyst, resource, and guide for rural-based learning. The center will potentially include a 100-200 person conference center, expanded office space, a hotel and a community kitchen. The facility will make use of a wide variety of cutting-edge sustainable technology for energy savings and education, and is on track to be the first LEED certified Platinum building in South Dakota.

Stacey McMahan, principal at Koch Hazard, was featured in a Q&A profile for the Sioux Falls Business Journal on March 19.

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Sullivan Health Science Center, a building located on the campus of Southeast Technical Institute and designed by Koch Hazard, is featured in the March issue of Learning By Design magazine.

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Koch Hazard is designing an addition to the Freeman Elementary School in Freeman, SD. The addition provides classrooms, computer labs, a library, a music room, gymnasium, cafeteria/commons and support areas for preschool through sixth grade students.

South Dakota is officially moving into the green arena with the passage of Senate Bill 188, the 28th state to require a green building certification involving Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

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Matt Hansen has joined the team at Koch Hazard as a project manager. Matt has seven years of experience in the architecture industry.

Koch Hazard has been hired by Huron School District in Huron, SD for three high school renovation projects; the auditorium, wrestling room, and locker rooms. Koch Hazard is also currently working on the Huron Public Library and Huron Regional Medical Center.

Former intern T.J. Olson has joined the team at Koch Hazard. T.J. graduated from Iowa State University's architecture program and will work as a project technician.

Koch Hazard co-hosted the monthly Sioux Falls Chamber mixer with Food n' Fermentation on February 12.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on February 7 for Cherapa Place, a new 140,000 square foot office building located on the east bank of the Big Sioux River in downtown Sioux Falls. This six-story building designed by Koch Hazard is expected to be a catalyst for future development along the east bank riverfront.

Stacey McMahan, principal at Koch Hazard Architects, was featured in the February issue of Prairie Business Magazine. The article explains how Stacey and Koch Hazard are leading the 'green' movement within the region.

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Cerro Gordo County Law Enforcement Center, a new 72,000 square foot law enforcement center in Mason City, IA is now complete. Koch Hazard designed the facility to house a 140 inmates, a jail, sheriffs offices, courts, and law enforcement and jail support areas.

Ed Lund has joined the team at Koch Hazard as a project manager. Ed has 30 years of experience in the architecture/construction industry.

The Museum of Visual Materials is a recipient of a Merit award from the American Society of Landscape Architects Great Plains Chapter. Koch Hazard Architects partnered with Landscape Architects, Brian Clark Associates of Sioux Falls.

Courthouse Square, a five-story office and retail building designed by Koch Hazard, was featured in the December issue of PCI Journal, a publication of the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute.

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Koch Hazard was awarded the job at South Dakota State University for the Dykhouse Athlete Development Center. The Center will be comprised of varsity athletic training facilities to enhance the athletic program, improve the experience of the student athletes, and recruit students, athletes, and staff who will contribute to the well being of the campus and community.

Nearly 360 Sioux Falls Business Journal readers recently voted and chose their favorite area companies and business professionals. For the third year in a row, Koch Hazard Architects won 'Best Architectural Firm' in the contest.  

Cherapa Place, a 140,000 square foot office building designed by Koch Hazard, was awarded 'Best Commercial Project Built in the Past Year' by the Sioux  Falls Business Journal 2007-08 Reader's Choice Awards. The project was completed in December 2007.

On November 23, Koch Hazard held its annual Fall Gallery show, entitled 'Boundary Transformations'. Work from artists Edward Thompson and Eyob will be on display at the KH Gallery until January 4th, 2007.

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Creekside Apartments break ground

Construction is now underway for the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society's new Creekside Apartments located on the south side of Sioux Falls. Koch Hazard designed the complex, which was funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The project is scheduled to be completed by November 2008.

Of the five awards to be presented at the 2007 American Institute of Architects (AIA) South Dakota convention, Koch Hazard will receive four. Instructional Planning Center, Museum of Visual Materials and Parker Block - all in Sioux Falls, SD - and the Northern State University Technology Center - in Aberdeen, SD - are all award-winning projects this year.

Sioux Falls Christian Elementary School construction under way

Construction is now underway for the addition to Sioux Falls Christian Elementary School. Koch Hazard designed the addition which is scheduled to be completed in summer 2008.

Midland National Life breaks ground

Construction has started on an office complex in southwestern Sioux Falls, housing Midland National Life Insurance. The 120,000 square foot building, designed by Koch Hazard Architects, is scheduled to be open by spring 2009.

Koch Hazard welcomes new staff members

Koch Hazard is pleased to welcome three new staff members. Charles Magedanz is a project technician, Jesse Bell is a project technician, and Ashley Johnson is a graphics technician.

Business and development leaders from across the region gathered downtown Sioux Falls on July 18 and 19. The two-day event attracted developers and planners to discuss issues on urban revitalization, residential market, parking, events, and more. Koch Hazard was a major sponsor of the event, and Koch Hazard CEO/senior principal Jeff Hazard presented information on the current and future projects of downtown Sioux Falls.

Parker Block receives Mayor's Award for Historic Preservation

Koch Hazard recently received a Mayoral Award for Historic Preservation for the Parker Block Restoration in downtown Sioux Falls.

Family Wellness project featured in Athletic Business magazine

Family Wellness Center, a joint venture between the YMCA and Sanford Health, is featured in the 2007 Athletic Business Architectural Showcase. The award-winning project, designed by Koch Hazard, was completed in August 2006.

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Orpheum Theater ribbon cutting set for June 22

Current renovations are now complete on the multi-phased historic Orpheum Theater Center project in downtown Sioux Falls. The 688-seat Orpheum, the Lobby ('Link') and the Anne Zabel Studio Theater (Actor's Studio) have all undergone improvements by Koch Hazard, and a ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for June 22.

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The Museum of Visual Materials, a renovation project by Koch Hazard, will be open to the public on June 1. The Museum is an interactive learning center planned to attain a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Certification with the United States Green Building Council.

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Koch Hazard is pleased to welcome three summer interns to the staff. Students completing their summer architecture internships at Koch Hazard include Kristin Miles from University of Nebraska-Lincoln, T.J. Olson from Iowa State University, and Kelly Krob from Kansas State University. 

Koch Hazard is beginning the design process for the addition of an elementary school wing to the existing Sioux Falls Christian school facility located at 69th and South Charger in southeast Sioux Falls. Construction is scheduled to begin in July 2007.

Koch Hazard's design of The Lodge at Prairie Creek, a senior living facility in southwest Sioux Falls, has been selected as a finalist in the 2007 Best of 50+ Housing Awards competition in the categories of Overall Community Multifamily Housing and Common Area Interior Design for Multifamily Housing. The competition was sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders 50+ Housing Council. The Lodge at Prairie Creek is also a 2006 American Institute of Architects South Dakota award winner.

Koch Hazard Architects is pleased to welcome Steve Miller, a project technician, to the team. Steve has earned a drafting degree and is currently enrolled in the construction management program at South Dakota State University. Welcome, Steve!

Uptown representatives and Sioux Falls Mayor Dave Munson have signed an agreement to move forward with the $150 million development plan consisting of 500 residential units and 330,000 square feet of office and retail space in downtown Sioux Falls. Koch Hazard is on the team that submitted the Uptown at Falls Park proposal to the city last August. Phase one is now underway with building renovations on Main Avenue.

Koch Hazard CEO featured on South Dakota Public Radio

Jeffery A. Hazard, CEO of Koch Hazard Architects, will participate in South Dakota Public Radio’s 'SD FORUM' on February 20 with host Merrill Piepkorn and editor Rick Killion for a discussion on architecture and engineering in South Dakota.

Koch Hazard sponsored and participated in the 2007 FunSki Winter Carnival, an annual fundraising event for Children's Inn in Sioux Falls on January 26-27. Koch Hazard team members designed a polar bear for the snow sculpting event and won second place in the contest.

The original Jewitt Wholesale Grocers warehouse in downtown Sioux Falls has undergone renovations on the first floor to house an expanding gourmet food and wine shop. Food and Fermentation, formerly located at 212 S. Phillips Avenue, has moved north to Falls Center and will be open for business on February 1, 2007.

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KH principal Stacey McMahan, AIA, LEED AP, was recently interviewed for a South Dakota Public Radio broadcast on the topic of sustainability. The interview will air on February 6. McMahan has worked on four Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) projects at Koch Hazard and is working to develop green building within the region.

The 39,000 square foot Technology Center at Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD is now complete. Koch Hazard designed the addition to encompass four levels and include a technology help desk, technology support, a testing center, computer classrooms, two multimedia studios, office space for technology and arts and sciences faculty and staff.

Kay Hirning, interior designer at Koch Hazard, is now a LEED Accredited Professional. She successfully completed the exam on November 28. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings.

On November 24, Koch Hazard will hold its annual Fall Gallery show, entitled 'Boundary Transformations'. Work from artists Travis Hinton and Ceca Cooper will be on display at the KH Gallery until January 5th, 2007.

Nearly 280 Sioux Falls Business Journal readers recently voted and chose their favorite area companies and business professionals. For the second year in a row, Koch Hazard Architects won 'Best Architectural Firm' in the contest.  

Keith Thompson, project manager at Koch Hazard, is now a LEED Accredited Professional. He successfully completed the exam on October 31. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings.

Of the five awards to be presented at the 2006 American Institute of Architects (AIA) South Dakota convention, Koch Hazard will receive three. The Family Wellness Center, Courthouse Square and The Lodge at Prairie Creek are all award-winning projects this year.

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KH principal speaks at Green Bike Tour 2006

KH principal Stacey McMahan, AIA, LEED AP,  was a presenter at the Green Bike Tour 2006 in Sioux Falls on September 25. McMahan shared project background information on Courthouse Square, a recently completed building in Sioux Falls which was designed to meet LEED Gold certification for its environmentally-sensitive design. The Tour seeks to demonstrate that renewable energy strengthens rural economies and secures America's energy future.

KH taking strides in green building

In an effort to increase awareness and involvement in 'green building' within the region, Koch Hazard recently hosted a daylong Leadership in Energy and Environmental  Design (LEED) workshop in Sioux Falls for staff, consultants, and others interested in sustainability. Koch Hazard is a proud member of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

Koch Hazard welcomes Kay Hirning

Koch Hazard Architects is pleased to welcome Kay Hirning, an interior designer. Hirning graduated from North Dakota State University and is an allied member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Welcome, Kay!

Uptown at Falls Park

Koch Hazard Architects is a member of the team that submitted the successful development proposal for North Phillips Avenue in Sioux Falls, SD, entitled 'Uptown at Falls Park'. This proposed project features over 500 new residential units, 300,000 square feet of restaurant, retail and office space, sites for two hotels and a media center.

Cerro Gordo Law Enforcement Center to break ground

On August 16 construction will begin on the new 72,000 square foot law enforcement center in Mason City, Iowa. The facility, designed by Koch Hazard, will include a new jail, sheriff's offices, courts, and law enforcement and jail support services.

Fire Station #10 to hold ribbon cutting ceremony

On August 4, the new 8,000 square foot Fire Station #10 designed by Koch Hazard, will host a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11:30 p.m. at their location on West 12th Street. This 3-bay station will help to improve response times in western Sioux Falls.

The new 73,000 square foot Family Wellness Center, designed by Koch Hazard, is completed and will open to the public on August 1. Located on West 32nd Street in Sioux Falls, the Wellness Center is a collaboration between Sioux Falls Family YMCA and Sioux Valley Hospitals.

Koch Hazard is pleased to announce three recent promotions: Tony Taylor was promoted to Associate Principal, Kyle Raph was promoted to Associate Principal, and Cory Bleyenburg was promoted to Senior Project Manager. 

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Jeff Hazard, CEO of Koch Hazard Architects, was recently chosen by the Sioux Falls Business Journal as one of the top ten most influential business leaders in Sioux Falls. Hazard is credited with helping to redesign downtown through new buildings and restoration projects, as well as starting the Idea Exchange. 

Over 100 business and development leaders from across the region gathered in downtown Sioux Falls on June 15 for a day of planning, panel discussion, trends and review at the 2006 Northern Plains Downtown Development Idea Exchange. Koch Hazard was a sponsor of the event, and CEO/senior principal Jeff Hazard gave a presentation on pending Sioux Falls projects.

A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Lodge at Prairie Creek in southwest Sioux Falls will be held on June 20th at 4:30 pm. This 70-unit facility designed by Koch Hazard consists of two three-story residential wings connected to a central commons above a basement parking garage. 

Continuing the tradition of contributing to Sculpture Walk and Downtown Sioux Falls, Koch Hazard is sponsoring "Heavy Thinker" by Brett Prang. This steel and iron sculpture is located on the southwest corner of 12th St. and Phillips Ave. in Downtown Sioux Falls.

Renovations will be completed early next year on an adaptive re-use project designed by Koch Hazard to house the Museum of Visual Materials, an interactive learning museum and unique addition to downtown Sioux Falls.

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Koch Hazard Architects is pleased to welcome two new staff members and three summer interns. Keith Thompson is a Project Manager and Jared Van Maanen is a Project Technician. Summer interns include Mitchell Walker, Peter Costanzo, and Andrew Martin.

A groundbreaking ceremony was held on April 25 for Cherapa Place, a new 140,000 square foot office building to be located on the east bank of the Big Sioux River in downtown Sioux Falls. This six-story building designed by Koch Hazard will be a catalyst for future development along the east bank riverfront.

The 2006 Organizational Governor's Award for History was awarded to Koch Hazard Architects for their efforts in preserving the history of South Dakota through the built environment. This award is given annually to one organization  whose efforts demonstrate outstanding dedication and commitment to excellence in the sharing and preservation of South Dakota history.

Koch Hazard project team wins national award for sustainability

The Koch Hazard project team for the new Courthouse Square building in downtown Sioux Falls has won a 2006 GSA Environmental Award in Sustainable Design/Green Buildings for their nomination, “Courthouse Square Lease Build-to-Suit”.

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Koch Hazard is partnering with Main Street Sioux Falls to launch the 2006 Northern Plains Downtown Development Idea Exchange to be held in Sioux Falls on June 15, 2006. This daylong event will offer insight on topics ranging from mixed used development concepts to downtown marketing. The mission of the Idea Exchange is to educate and stimulate downtown property owners, developers, planning managers and designers to create the best possible futures for downtowns.

Koch Hazard CEO featured on South Dakota Public Radio

Jeffery A. Hazard, CEO of Koch Hazard Architects, participated in South Dakota Pubic Radio's FORUM on February 21 with host Gary Ellenbolt and SDSU Dean of Engineering Lew Brown for a discussion on architecture and engineering in South Dakota. The broadcast was a follow up from the February 2006 issue of Prairie Business Magazine, which highlighted the expanding market of architecture and engineering across the Northern Plains. 

Historic downtown Sioux Falls will soon have an exciting downtown addition as the Parker Block Building nears completion.

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Koch Hazard principal elected board president of community art group

Stacey L. McMahan, principal at Koch Hazard Architects, was elected to serve as President of the 2006 Board of Directors for the Sioux Empire Arts Council after serving on the board in various capacities since 1999. SEAC has helped launch arts groups and projects in Sioux Falls such as ArtFalls, Sculpture Walk, Sioux Empire Community Theater and First Night Sioux Falls. For more information, log on to www.siouxempireartscouncil.com/. 

Koch Hazard wins ‘best company in real estate, construction and architecture’

The Sioux Falls Business Journal announced that Koch Hazard Architects is the winner of ‘Best Company in Real Estate, Construction and Architecture’, as well as ‘Best Architecture Firm’ in the ‘The Source Book of Lists - Best of Sioux Falls Business’ contest. The contest, which was conducted in August and September 2005, included ballots from 37 companies doing business in Sioux Falls and was voted on by a panel of 12 judges.

The Student Union at Northern State University, designed by Koch Hazard, was published in a ‘Facility Focus’ article in the December 2005 issue of College Planning and Management Magazine. ‘Facility Focus’ offers design solutions for specific building types on college campuses.

On November 25, Koch Hazard will hold its annual Fall Gallery show, entitled "Vessels - The Storyholders of Steve Thomas". Work from local artist and Augustana College art professor Steve Thomas will be on display in the Koch Hazard gallery until January 4.

Koch Hazard sweeps South Dakota design competition

Three awards were presented at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) South Dakota convention in October. Koch Hazard received all three awards, including honor awards for the YWCA and Falls Overlook Café, and a Merit award for Sulivan Health Science Center. A total of 14 projects were submitted. AIA South Dakota design awards recognize outstanding building projects recently completed within the state.

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Koch Hazard  principal speaks at conference about Security Planning

Koch Hazard senior principal Christopher M. Schiltz was a guest lecturer for the South Dakota Engineering Society conference at which he gave a presentation on Security Planning with an emphasis on infrastructure.

Koch Hazard wins project in Iowa

Koch Hazard was selected to provide architectural services for the $11 million Cerro Gordo County Law Enforcement Complex in Mason City, IA. Design work will begin in November 2005.

Formerly known as Koch Hazard Baltzer, Koch Hazard Architects has redesigned its name, logo, website, and overall brand image.

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