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ABOUT SAPP DESIGN

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HOLISTIC THINKING

It is not enough to just solve your immediate needs. A complete architectural solution depends on proper planning and management of many external factors. These factors can have a significant impact on the success of a project. Our firm considers the history and the future of your organization. We examine your location, your market, your goals, and your operational structure, then we assess long-term implications and cost-benefit projections. We investigate multiple scenarios to provide you with a variety of feasible options. In this way, you are able to select from numerous innovative solutions that are refined to meet your specific needs.

Architecture

Architecture is the basis of who we are and what we do. Based in the heart of the Midwest, Sapp Design boasts 30 years of award-winning design with a relationship-driven mindset.

Interior Design

We design buildings that are beautiful inside and out! Our interior design department is focused on creating custom spaces that incorporate your culture, goals, and values into an aesthetically pleasing space.

Strategic Master Planning

Our master planning service creates a living document that aligns the goals of your organization and community, while planning for strategic growth over the long-term.

Feasibility Studies

Feasibility research is often required to confirm the viability of a proposed project. We analyze relevant factors such as the site, program, codes, and aesthetic quality to help determine a budget.

Sustainable Design

Sustainable design initiatives are part of every project we work on. Our team has completed many LEED Certified buildings, and we have designed schools that score nationally in the top 5% in regards to energy efficiency.

Furniture Coordination

Furniture is an important element in many design decisions. Our team works with the nation’s top vendors to coordinate all of the aesthetic and functional goals of your organization.

Adaptive-Reuse

We love reinventing the use of an existing building while honoring the building’s defining character. These projects can be some of the most challenging, but are considered one of the greenest forms of sustainable design.

Safe Room Design

Since our first safe room in 2001, our team has become a national leader, having completed more then 60+ dual-purpose structures designed to meet FEMA 361 and ICC 500 Standards

Visualizations

We can make your vision come alive with advanced technology! Through the use of virtual reality, you can enjoy a try-before-you-buy design experience to truly align your vision with your final result.

MEET THE TEAM

Michael Sapp

Founder Emeritus | AIA

John MCnabb

Partner | Director of Business Operations | AIA | NCARB

STEVE TELSCHER

Partner | Dir. of Projects | AIA | NCARB | LEED AP

Brad Mckenzie

Partner | KC Office Director | AIA | NCARB

Kristi Beattie

Partner | Dir. of Talent & Organization | AIA

Ben Sapp

Partner | Business Development

BONNIE CRAWFORD

Project Manager | AIA | NCARB | LEED AP

Bryan Stockton

Project Architect | Dir. of Technology | AIA | Leed BD+C

Kathe Kristek

Senior Interior Designer | NCIDQ

Jennifer Fick

Interior Designer | NCIDQ

Jacob mclain

project Architect | AIA

Jade Johnson

Architectural Designer | aAIA

ASHLEY EVERETT

Architectural Designer | AAIA

Emily Zahner

Architectural Designer | AAIA

Nathalie Lindsey

Architectural Designer | AAIA

Haley Breeden

Architectural Designer | AAIA

Joe Bogowith

Architectural Designer | AAIA

Hope Ash

Interior Designer

Addison Keck

Interior Design intern

Ben Lightner

Architectural Design intern

Sondra Fox

Business Manager

Laura Scheele

Marketing Coordinator

Tara Keene

Administrative Assistant

Jerry Lewis

Revit Specialist

PAM HALDIMAN

Forever Remembered 1986-2023

awards & publications

2023 –  Biz417 | Best Places to Work Top 5

2018 – Biz 417 | Commercial Design Awards | Williams Elementary

2022 –  Metal Architecture Magazine | National Design Award | Colbern Road Library 

2022 – AIA Kansas City |  Merit Award for Architecture | Colbern Road Library Center 

2022 – AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Award | Springfield’s Adah Fulbright Early Childhood Center

2022 – AIA Springfield | Professional Merit Award | Colbern Road Library Center 

2022 – Biz417 | Best Places to Work Top 10

2021 – Biz417 | Best Places to Work Top 20

2021 – AIA Central States | Recognition Award | Emerging Professional Friendly Firm

2020 – AIA Central States | Recognition Award | Emerging Professional Friendly Firm

2019 – AIA Central States | Recognition Award | Emerging Professional Friendly Firm

2018 – Biz 417 | Design Awards | Joplin Public Library

2018 – Biz 417 | Design Awards | Sherwood Elementary

2017 – AIA Central States | Recognition Award | Emerging Professional Friendly Firm 

2016 – AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Award |  Springfield’s Sherwood Elementary

2016 – AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Award |  Joplin Public Library

2015 – Springfield Contractors Association | Project Team of the Year |  Springfield’s Sherwood Elementary

2014 – AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Award |  Woodneath Library Center

2014 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Honorable Mention |  Donald W. Reynolds Library

2014 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Award |  Joplin’s Irving Elementary School

2013 – Learning by Design | Outstanding Design Award  | Summit Intermediate School

2013 –  Learning by Design | Outstanding Design Award Joplin’s | Irving Elementary School

2012 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Honor Award | Carl Junction Community Center

2010 –  AIA Springfield | Professional Recognition Merit Award  | Waynesville Career Center

2010 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Special Honor Award | Evangel University Admin. Building

2010 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Special Honor Award |  Midwest Genealogy Center

2010 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Honor Award |  Real Life Youth Center

2010 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Honor Award |  Waynesville Career Center

2010 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Honor Award |  Ozark Community Center

2010 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Honor Award  | Cherokee Middle School

2008 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Merit Award  | High Pointe Elementary School

2005 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Heritage & Regional Theme |  The Library Station

2003 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition for New Construction Award |  Digital Monitoring Products

2003 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Renovation Award |  Central High School

2001 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Award | Nixa High School

2001 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Renovation Award |  The Library Center

2001 –  PCI International | Design Award |  Digital Monitoring Products

1999 –  AIA Springfield | Public Recognition Award |  Central States Industrial

1999 –  Metal Architecture Magazine | Design Award |  Willard Elementary School

1999 –  American School and University | Honorable Mention Design Award | Thomas Elementary S

2018 – Ed Tech | How Modern Learning Environments Support Numerous Pedagogies Neosho Junior High School

2018 –  American Library Magazine | 2018 Library Design Showcase Joplin Public Library

2018 –  American Library Journal Joplin Public Library

2016 –  US Glass | “That Was Then, This is Now, Safety Glass”  |  Neosho Junior High School

2016 –  Learning by Design | “Blending Goals Through Design” |  Sherwood Elementary School

2015 –  American School & University | “Architectural Portfolio Citation Winner” |  Nixa Junior High School

2015 –  American School & University | “Architectural Portfolio Citation Winner” |  Sherwood Elementary School

2014 –  Learning by Design | Building Back Stronger April 2014 |  Joplin’s Irving Elementary School

2013 –  Learning by Design | Architectural Showcase April 2013 |  Summit Intermediate School

2013 –  Learning by Design | Architectural Showcase April 2013 |  Joplin’s Irving Elementary School

2012 –  American School & University | “Architectural Portfolio” |  Summit Intermediate School

2005 –  Route 66 Magazine| Winter 2005 Issue |  The Library Station

2005 –  Athletic Business | Architectural Showcase June 2005 |  Nixa Community Center

2005 –  Athletic Business | Architectural Showcase June 2005 |  Republic Community Center

2005 –  Scholastic Administrator | Winter 2005 Issue | Century Elementary School

2004 –  The Library Journal | Dec. 2004 |  The Library Station

2002 –  Missouri Architect | Winter 2002 | The Library Center

2001 –  College Planning & Management | Historical Renovation Jan. 2001 | MSU, Mt. Grove

2001 –  American Library | Foundations of Knowledge April 2001 |  The Library Center

2001 –  School Planning & Management | “Public/Private Libraries” July 2001 |  Nixa High School

2001 –  Ascent Pre-cast Award Winners | “Manufacturing Facility” Fall 2001 |  Digital Monitoring Products, Inc.

2001 –  American School & University | “Architectural Portfolio” Nov 2001 | Nixa High School

2001 –  PCI Journal | “PCI Design Awards” Nov. Dec. 2001  | Digital Monitoring Products, Inc.

2001 –  American School & University | “Creative Growth” Dec. 2001  | Nixa Public Schools

2000 –  Missouri Architect DT Edition | “On the Boards” 2000 | Central High School

2000 –  Metal Architecture | “Building System Spotlight” Sept. 2000  | Central States Industrial

2000 –  Metal Architecture | “Industrial Facilities” May 2000  | Re Gen Technologies, Inc.

2000 –  Metal Architecture | “Educational Facilities” March 2000 |  Willard Elementary School

2000 – Metal Architecture | “Building Systems Spotlight” Sept. 2000  | West Plains Public Library

1999 –  American School & University | “Architectural Portfolio” Nov. 1999  | Helen Mathews Elementary School

 

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