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F.O. Eagles Building

by askstudio-wp_soho· August 12, 2016· in · 0 comments
The Fraternal Order of the Eagles building is again occupied after a dramatic restoration, transforming the empty building into office space and apartments for the residents of Perry, IA. Originally constructed in 1905, the building occupies a small but unique site on a block recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. Highlights of the restoration include the reuse of oak kitchen cabinets and wood doors throughout the four, second-floor units, as well as the unveiling of a large skylight that had been roofed over in one unit. Oak room dividers with glass door cases were also retained and reused to mark the divide between dining and living areas. The building underwent accessibility upgrades, as well as significant restoration of exterior masonry and interior walls. Location: Perry, IA Program: Mixed-Use Client: Nudgers, Inc. Photo Credits: ASK Studio
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MacRae Terrace

by Brent Schipper· July 27, 2016· in · 0 comments
Housing projects can be used to intervene in the erosion of neighborhoods, but often it is difficult to support the costs of single family housing, even when the existing deteriorating stock is of that archetype. This particular intervention occurs on a site once occupied by a single family home on an intensely loud and fast street, adjacent to a bar and kiddy corner from an unused commercial structure. The development of the site was dim; but, it overlooked a park.   The building disengages from the noise and speed of the street. It visually connects directly to the beauty of the park with large expanses of glass and Juliet balconies opening to the sites tree-filled views. The fenestration is limited and functional on the other exposures. Thematically, the honesty of the fenestration is echoed in the massing of mechanical units on the building face, while the irregularity of elements such as siding and canopies are the building’s voice of embrace.   The building is all about life with trees.     Location: Des Moines, IA Program: Residential Area: 7,000 SF Client: Neighborhood Development Corporation Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio 
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Wildwood Hills Ranch

by askstudio-wp_soho· March 04, 2016· in · 0 comments
Nestled on a hill overlooking a small lake, Wildwood Hills Ranch greets kids with a familiarity that is Iowan. Two shed forms come together—reminiscent of a collection of agrarian farm buildings so common to this area of quiet century farms—which remain checked by non-tillable interludes. The program is simple: space to house and feed campers. The challenge is to connect the campers to the beauty of the place, the serenity of the rural landscape and always consider the beneficial connectivity of good social behavior and the potential dangers of poor behavior. Materiality is kept simple, both in keeping with the existing camp vernacular and to meet the budget needs of a pro-bono project, where donated material and manpower is highly valued and necessary. Of utmost importance was the functionality of the design for camper care. The first floor purposely does not connect with the first floor inside the building in an effort to keep campers together and increase camper visibility. It allows staff to focus more on their raison d’etre: to transform lives and strengthen communities.   Location: St. Charles, IA Program:  Camp Lodge Area: 9,370 SF Client: Venter Spooner Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio  
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Third Judicial District Community Corrections

by askstudio-wp_soho· March 04, 2016· in · 0 comments
The project provides an addition to house a 42 bed Residential Facility serving correctional clients from the community participating in work release programs or as conditions of their sentence. The addition also provides needed square footage to serve the probation, parole, and administrative functions of the facility. Approximately 3,600 square feet was remodeled in the existing building to enhance its operations and increase safety of the staff, public, and residents. The two story building is oriented to the south of the current facility with a connection to the existing building. The new design was based upon respecting the existing facility’s aesthetic and operations. It mimics the existing building in program, plan and materiality, but simply states its more contemporary origins. An added benefit of its plan is the partial enclosure it creates for a courtyard that is used by the residents. Slated to be a LEED certified building, the design maximizes healthy and energy conserving day-lit spaces throughout.   Location: Sioux City, IA Program:  Office/Residential Corrections Area: 18,550 SF Addition Client: Iowa Department of Corrections Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio  
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Plymouth Place

by askstudio-wp_soho· March 04, 2016· in · 0 comments
Plymouth place is a 12-story structure that is on the National Registry of Historic Places. The building has been classified as exceptionally significant by the National Park Service. The project is a quiet renovation, respecting the existing historic fabric, while updating systems, finishes and windows. The project reestablishes the building as an icon on the Des Moines skyline and makes the project a highly sought after address once again. The existing 175 units were combined into 135 larger units. The public areas were refitted with new finishes, additional amenities and furnishings. Also included is an exercise area, library and lounge areas. The final interiors were designed to complement the original 1960’s lines of the architecture, as well as provide a comfortable and colorful living space suitable for the anticipated demographic.   Location: Des Moines, IA Program:  Residential Area: 113,709 SF Client: Newbury Living Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio  
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Madison Flats

by askstudio-wp_soho· March 04, 2016· in · 0 comments
Madison Flats is a three-story, 27-unit market rate apartment building located south of downtown Des Moines. The site represents an opportunity to clean up a scar in the urban landscape and take advantage of existing infrastructure in a sustainable manner. The building is designed to attract and spur further development in the forgotten neighborhood, while also reestablishing a historic fabric that can be seen in the surrounding neighborhood and near the project site. Madison Flats celebrates the lost architecture of the historic south side. Its walkability, connections to transit, existing infrastructure and the compounding benefits of in-fill development make the first new building in this neighborhood in 50 years a tipping point for future in-fill. The building’s gabled roof and single-loaded corridor was borne from the proportion and rhythm of an existing abandoned brick building in the neighborhood. Variations of floor heights, syncopated window rhythms and masonry detailing veil the modernity of the structure. Constructed with sustainability in mind, the building utilizes energy saving concepts and green materials. Masonry was selected for its durability, longevity and inherent low-maintenance properties.   Location:  Des Moines, IA Program:  Residential Area:  23,000 SF Client:  Neighborhood Development Corporation Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio  
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High Street Brickstone

by askstudio-wp_soho· February 27, 2016· in · 0 comments
This project is part of a series of distinguished brickstone style apartment buildings in Des Moines. Located in the historic Sherman Hill neighborhood, this project maintains the historical language of the neighborhood, while providing modern, quality amenities. References to the historical neighborhood include details from the Victorian and Second Empire periods. The Second Empire tower on the Northeast corner is based on a tripartite design, creating a focal point for the building and creating a strong presence at street level. Primary entrances to the building on the north side are marked by metal stairs, as seen in traditional row and brickstone style housing. The units inside are a loft style with open floor plans and exposed duct work, with a variety of plan options that include fully accessible units.   Location: Des Moines, IA Program:  Multifamily Housing Area: 22,615 SF Client: Hatch Development Group Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio  
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Fleur Heights Care Center

by askstudio-wp_soho· February 27, 2016· in · 0 comments
"Professional Staff...Exceptional Care" The client recognized a deficiency in nursing care dedicated to patients in need of extended surgical recovery. This project addresses the need for modern amenities and design not only for today’s aging population, but also for a younger generation who do not fit into the traditional nursing home model. The project is a remodel of the assisted living portion of a nursing home to fourteen surgical recovery/nursing care rooms. Modern design was addressed through the use of bright colors, organic textures and clean lines. What was once a dark, closed in space became bright and open through the implementation of LED lighting throughout and keeping commons spaces open to the corridors.   Location: Des Moines, Ia Program:  Nursing Care Area: 9,892 SF Client: Pacifica Health Services Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio  
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Chariton Multi-Family

by askstudio-wp_soho· February 27, 2016· in · 0 comments
The Chariton Historic multi-family housing project is the rehabilitation of second-story housing stock around a county/city square. The project reinforces the basic tenants of density to enhance the vibrancy and import of the square by offering living spaces that have modern conveniences and systems, but remain true to the history of the square. Central to the project is its intent to preserve, and to preserve with creative solutions. The project was accomplished with strict adherence to SHPO guidelines and the requirements of Iowa’s Green Streets sustainability criteria. The project rehabilitated spaces that have been unoccupied for decades - some were in frightful disrepair. The final resultant is a quiet injection of a dozen or more full time main street residents, who shop downtown, walk downtown and “patrol” downtown. The square has additional movement, dollars and safety due to a gesture that added decades of life to buildings that are the built history of our State.   Location: Chariton, IA Program:  Residential Area: 8,444 SF Client: City of Chariton Photo Credits: Tara Maurer
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Carlisle Care Center Link

by askstudio-wp_soho· February 27, 2016· in · 0 comments
The Carlisle Care Center Link is a means of connecting two buildings. The client owns two buildings adjacent to each other; one a skilled nursing home and the other an assisted living residence. The assisted living is contemporary to the skilled nursing home and after some time in operation, the client saw a need for indoor access between the two buildings. Additionally, there was a need for a physical therapy and salon space with proximity to both buildings. It is a sloped structure clad with translucent corrugated panel to bring in natural light and to act as a neutral element between the two buildings. The structure acts as a bridge with concrete piers to allow water to flow through the site.   Location: Carlisle, IA Program:  Senior Living Area: 1,520 SF Addition Client: Pacifica Health Services Photo Credits: Cameron Campbell Integrated Studio    
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