AIA Conference on Architecture: Positive Economic Impacts of Rural Healthcare Projects
At the 2018 AIA Conference on Architecture in New York this year, DSGW Healthcare Principals, Rebecca Lewis and Ryan Turner, will be presenting on the positive impacts that healthcare projects have in rural communities. The presentation is titled “Rural Healthcare Projects: A Community Wellness Stimulus Package.” Healthcare projects have positive impacts on community health, economic […]
The Hidden Design Behind Observational Care
By Rebecca J. Lewis, FAIA, FACHA, CID Principal, Director of Healthcare Design We’ve all done the small-talk shuffle. That walk from waiting area to exam room at our local clinic where we chat with the nurse about the weather, the kids, the upcoming weekend. But what most of us never realize is that, while we’re […]
Katherine Gerzina of DSGW Architects becomes a Fitwel Ambassador to focus on built environments that support health
DSGW Architects is pleased to announce that Katherine Gerzina, Architect, is now a Fitwel Ambassador. Fitwel was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and the General Services Administration; it is the world’s leading certification system that optimizes buildings to support health. “We are seeing an increased interest from clients across all markets to incorporate […]
DSGW presents “Growing Older Close to Home: Strategies to build skilled care facilities in Tribal communities” at the 2018 Environments for Aging Conference
Environments for Aging brings together national leaders working to develop ideas that improve the living environments for an aging population. In three days, attendees network, learn and share latest innovations and best practices in senior friendly design for long-term and residential care settings. Architect Randy Wagner of DSGW had the opportunity to present with, Ron […]
A Sit Down with John Damberg
We recently sat down with John Damberg, whose father, Paul and uncle, Rheuben started the firm. We talked about how DSGW got its start and some of the differences from then and now. After attending high school in Eveleth, Minnesota, Paul and Rheuben Damberg planned on attending the University of Minnesota for engineering. But as […]
Small Community? Big Healthcare Solution
By Rebecca J. Lewis, FAIA, FACHA, CID Principal, Director of Healthcare Design In the past few years, a new trend in the healthcare industry has been appearing in urban and suburban communities across the country. They sit in the heart of the neighborhoods they serve, with not a single inch of their 20,000-60,000 square feet […]
DSGW: Eighty years of building a brand
Eighty years is a long time. And while we’re celebrating our bright future, we’re also taking a look back at our roots. From different office locations to logo changes to handing over the reins to different partners, it’s all is part of how we have sustained for eighty years. In homage to our past, we’re […]
Integration of Tribal workforce training at Onigum Community Center
This month the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe celebrated the grand opening of the Onigum Community Center. This new energy efficient facility is an anchor to the community and is home to the Onigum Night Hawks. This facility includes community gathering spaces, a gymnasium, library, elder’s area, education spaces, a commercial kitchen, fitness area and […]
DSGW Architects increases staff of EDAC professionals
DSGW Architects is pleased to announce that Julie Spiering, Certified Interior Designer, Principal and Director of Interior Design, has earned her Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC). Evidence-Based Design is the process of basing healthcare facility planning and design decisions about the built environment on credible research to achieve the best possible patient, staff and […]
Flexible Spaces in Education Design
Whether it’s a new building, an addition or a renovation, one of the most important things to consider when planning an education project is flexibility. Flexibility not only for multi-use, but for community use outside of school hours. Education facilities tend to become a cornerstone in their communities and are opening their doors to more […]