In today’s modern construction industry, the value of hiring an architect extends far beyond producing construction drawings or meeting code requirements. As building projects become more complex, involving multiple consultants, evolving regulations, and higher...
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: Lawrence J “Skip” Avery CCM, CCE, CMAA Fellow, Past President 2012 Director of Club Development Stone 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 drawn to this...
When planning a project, determining the right project delivery method is often the first critical step. The choice will directly influence schedule, cost, team coordination, and long-term results. Whether the development is a recreational facility, amunicipal...
At Stone Group Architects, accessibility in commercial design isn’t just about meeting code; it’s about creating spaces that are functional, safe, and welcoming for everyone. While ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines establish critical requirements, our...
Between a timeless or trendy architecture for your project? Learn the difference and how each impacts the long-term value of your structure. Architecture makes a strong first impression, but will that impression still hold decades from now? As architects and planners,...
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 in the club...
Architecture does so much more than shape a skyline. It shapes how people experience their surroundings, how they move through space, and how they connect with one another. From civic centers to adaptive reuse projects, thoughtful design influences the way people...
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 have...