by stonegrouparch | Jan 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota Completion: 2025 Project Type: Commercial Architecture When two unique brands—The Big Lost Meadery and The Ranch and Roost—came together to create a shared commercial space in Sioux Falls, they needed a design that would do more...
by stonegrouparch | Jan 23, 2026 | Uncategorized, Club
By: Lawrence J “Skip” Avery CCM, CCE, CMAA Fellow, Past President 2012Director of Club DevelopmentStone Group Architects As I prepare for my return to Anaheim for the 2026 CMAA World Conference and Club Business Expo this February 17-21, I find myself...
by stonegrouparch | Aug 8, 2025 | Uncategorized, Club
A few years ago, I was sitting in an interview when the person across from me asked a question that completely caught me off guard: “Who are you and what makes you tick?” I sat there for what felt like an eternity. I could tell you all about my experience...
by stonegrouparch | Jun 23, 2025 | Uncategorized, Club
By Lawrence J “Skip” Avery CCM, CCE, CMAA FellowDirector of Club Development After four decades in club management, I’ve witnessed numerous challenges facing our industry, including economic downturns, demographic shifts, and changing member expectations. Clubs...
by stonegrouparch | Apr 28, 2025 | Uncategorized, Club
As the saying goes, spring is a time for fresh starts and rejuvenation. For private clubs transitioning from traditional country clubs to vibrant lifestyle centers, this season offers the perfect opportunity to innovate and adapt to the evolving demographics of...