RDG Planning & Design

The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA-WI) recently announced its 2024 chapter awards, recognizing the Imagine 2040: La Crosse Downtown Plan with an Economic Development Planning Award. In addition to RDG, La Crosse, Wisconsin, partnered with The Downtown Mainstreet, Inc., La Crosse County and Neighborhood Planners, LLC. to develop the plan. https://loom.ly/9NHLdGI

RDG Planning & Design’s work on the Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences campus has been featured in Building Design+Construction Media (BD+C) magazine. The article highlights the innovative and sustainable design approach to creating a state-of-the-art educational and healthcare facility. The new 88-acre campus reflects the firm’s focus on creating meaningful, sustainable environments. RDG’s design integrates advanced technology and emphasizes wellness and sustainability to serve the present and future needs of students, faculty and the greater West Des Moines, Iowa community. https://loom.ly/7osRhb0

As we look to the future, several global challenges stand out: an aging population, the imperative to care for people's health and well-being, and the increasing need to reduce our impact on the planet. In our latest #IndustryInsight, RDG's Brent Wollenburg explores how we address the 2030 Sustainability Challenge through senior living design. Brent takes a deep dive into senior living-specific strategies that extend beyond comfort zones to look at lifecycle costs, embodied carbon and the impact on the triple bottom line. https://loom.ly/5RBHWeY

RDG Planning & Design is proud to announce that Emily Hemsath has been recognized by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) with a 2024 Student Honor Award in Research, which acknowledges Hemsath’s work to identify and investigate challenges posed in landscape architecture. Hemsath’s project, Blight to Benefit: Vacant Lot Greening to Support Ecosystem Services, was conducted in her final year at Kansas State University and investigated the potential for design interventions on vacant lots to support the provision of ecosystem services to nearby residents. https://loom.ly/e-N6rPc

Education Snapshots features RDG's design for Des Moines University’s Medicine and Health Sciences campus. Des Moines University’s new 88-acre Medicine and Health Sciences campus opened in 2023, coinciding with the university’s 125th anniversary. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology, the new campus sets a benchmark for innovation and sustainability in health science education. https://loom.ly/8eGS8K0

Texas A&M University-San Antonio (TAMUSA) recently announced the development of Educare San Antonio, an innovative childcare and early education center designed in partnership with RDG Planning & Design and Pfluger Architects. The facility addresses the growing need for accessible childcare in South San Antonio, serving the university and the surrounding community. Educare San Antonio will be the first Educare facility in Texas and joins the national network dedicated to elevating the quality of early childhood education. https://loom.ly/ekWi8eQ

Welcome Jeff Rath, PE, to #TeamRDG! Jeff is a water resource engineer with nearly 20 years of experience. As a third-generation engineer, his diverse portfolio includes everything from parks and watershed restoration to industrial and commercial ventures. His expertise in water resources includes stormwater control, water quality measures and grading and utility designs. Jeff is also actively involved in his community as the Mayor of Coggon, Iowa.

Learning By Design Magazine has awarded RDG a 2024 Outstanding Project Award for its design for Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | Frayser. The magazine’s annual Architectural and Interior Design Awards showcases the very best in education design and construction, recognizing newly built learning space projects or significant works in progress. https://loom.ly/aOdypjc

Jennie Edmundson Hospital, part of Nebraska Methodist Health System, has unveiled a cutting-edge cardiovascular suite. The suite represents a significant leap forward in heart care for Council Bluffs and the southwest Iowa region. Designed by RDG Planning & Design, it greatly enhances the hospital’s capacity to expand its cardiovascular services. https://loom.ly/_Okggwk

This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we illuminate the history, culture and strength of all Native and Indigenous Peoples, past and present. President Biden’s administration has officially recognized Indigenous Peoples' Day since 2021, but it is not yet a federal holiday. For the fourth year, the United States will officially observe Indigenous Peoples Day alongside Columbus Day. This year, Native American Indians continue to push for Indigenous Peoples Day to become a national holiday. Learn more: https://loom.ly/tSGD3B4