PGAV Architects

We are thrilled to announce the official opening of the new Agricultural Hall on Oklahoma State University’s campus! 🎉 On Saturday, we had the honor of attending the Building Dedication, which featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a tailgate celebration. In partnership with Studio Architecture P.C., we designed this cutting-edge facility to inspire and support the future of agriculture. It has already become a daily hub of activity for students and faculty. The building offers state-of-the-art spaces that enhance learning, collaboration, and innovation—perfect for shaping the next generation of agricultural leaders. A huge thank you to the entire Oklahoma State Ferguson College of Agriculture community and everyone who played a part in bringing this project to life. We couldn’t be prouder to see this vibrant space buzzing with activity! 🚜🌾

Today we say farewell to our amazing intern, Julia Starnes, as she embarks on her next adventure—studying abroad in Florence! 🎉🌍 We've been so lucky to have her on our team this summer. From day one, she dove into multiple projects and has made a big impact. Wishing her all the best in her 4th year at WashU. We can't wait to see what the future holds for you, Julia! 

PGAV is proud to have had the opportunity to share our JCCC Science Lab Modernization project with the Heart of America Chapter of I2SL today. PGAV Principal, Mike Schaadt, along side JCCC Mathematics & Science Dean, Mary Wisgirda, presented on the project followed by a tour of the modernized space. In 2021, the college engaged PGAV Architects and a multidisciplinary engineering team to help them reimagine and refresh its labs to meet contemporary teaching needs and support the more than 8,000 students enrolled in its math and science programs. The labs are located on multiple floors in three buildings on campus. Disciplines include Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental, Geoscience, Physics, and Physical Science. The labs were enlarged to meet national standards for NSF/Student, new mobile lab casework configurations, and instructional technology to support team-based learning, and accessible design features for ADA compliance. New flex research labs for Life Sciences and Physical Sciences support the college’s faculty-guided undergraduate research program.

Today marks a significant milestone as PGAV Architects proudly celebrates the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Olathe Police Headquarters! Since 2020, our dedicated team has collaborated closely with the City of Olathe and Olathe Police to bring this vision to life – a vision deeply rooted in the heart of the community. The building was designed to support the mission of Olathe Police; it embodies the community’s values and stands as a testament to its commitment to public safety and those who serve on its Police Force. We extend our gratitude to the City of Olathe for placing their trust in us for this important project. The City’s partnership has been instrumental in creating a space that not only serves the needs of the police force but also fosters a sense of unity and pride within the community. As we celebrate this momentous occasion, we look forward to witnessing the positive impact this facility will have on enhancing the quality of life for all residents of Olathe.

Keep being curious! The message delivered by PGAV’s Chris Davis to presenters at today’s STEM Poster Symposium at Johnson County Community College. PGAV was happy to once again help sponsor this incredible event showcasing the hard work of JCCC students. #stemeducation #Curiosity

This past weekend, our PGAV crew proudly participated in the Great Kansas City Clean Up, where our team rolled up their sleeves and got their hands dirty picking up trash to make our city cleaner and greener. Happy earth day from all of us at PGAV Architects! #EarthDay #greatkccleanup

Say hello to the revamped science labs at Johnson County Community College! 🔬 From biology to chemistry, physics to geology, astronomy, and more, the updated and modernized laboratories and teaching facilities better meet the needs of students while providing flexibility for the future. More than 22 labs were renovated including BSL-2 facilities in microbiology, biotechnology, and prep and research areas. Splitting the project into 5 phases, the team built 7 temporary labs to keep classes going strong throughout construction, ultimately eliminating 12 months off the construction schedule. Learn more about the project: https://hubs.li/Q02tdG7P0 PGAV Architects Randy Braley Photography

Yesterday, PGAV had the privilege of being a host firm for the AIA Women in Design Day of Shadowing event! We opened our doors to high school aged students so they could learn about what it is like to work in different design fields. Throughout the day, we offered a glimpse into the exciting opportunities a profession in design holds. We shared insights into our firm's projects and toured them through our studio space. A highlight of the day was our engaging panel discussion featuring four women from our team. They shared their personal journeys, insights, and addressed thought-provoking questions from the students. Additionally, we indulged in a hands-on activity where the students got creative by designing their own layout for a design firm. Seeing their innovative ideas and enthusiasm was inspiring. We believe in the power of mentorship and events like these make us excited for the future of the architectural community. A heartfelt thank you to all the students who joined us, AIA Kansas City for this fantastic opportunity, and our incredible team whose passion and dedication made this event a resounding success! Special shoutouts to our panelists: Andrea Brundis, Kelly Batcheller-Mummey, Emily Ekdahl, and Kelly Winkel; to those who helped organize the event: Jennifer Goeke, Carol Martin Tracy, Stasha N. Prewitt-Thomas, Amber Koch, and Kaylee Cart; as well as to everyone at PGAV who made these young ladies feel welcomed. 

Last Wednesday, April 27th, KU Medical Center held an Open House for the recently completed Spencer Center. PGAV Architects is honored to be part of such a unique and special project. The mission of the Spencer Center is to foster a campus environment where faith traditions, spirituality, and reflection can be practiced freely, and provide diverse opportunities for tending to the sacredness in ourselves, our community, and beyond, while honoring the many religious traditions and spiritual paths. The Spencer Center entrance is located at Orr Major North Lobby B020. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, for KUMC employees and learners.

PGAV Architects Practice Leader, Andrea Brundis, NCIDQ has been selected as a 2024 recipient of the Rising Professional Award by the Kansas State University College of Health and Human Sciences. The Rising Professional Award honors significant contributions made by a graduate in the early stages of his or her career. Andrea has been part of the PGAV team for the past 11 years. As a Practice Leader at PGAV, she oversees our interior design department. We are very thankful to have her as part of our leadership team. Please join us in congratulating Andrea!!