Posts by Elevatus Architecture

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Sep 24

Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center

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Understanding the need for a new jail facility is no small undertaking. The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Commissioners recognized that the facility built in 1985 was quickly deteriorating. It was not meeting the necessary codes to meet current ACA and Indiana jail standards, nor was it properly…

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Aug 23

Sycamore Hills Golf Club

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As a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course opened in 1989, the grounds at Sycamore Hills Golf Club were and continue to be some of the area’s most revered. However, while the clubhouse amenities for the members and guests were functional, they fell short of the expectation level established by the course….

Aug 19

Why Architects?

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“If we built every building the same, then we wouldn’t need architects.” Believe it or not, I have had that expression said to me more than once in my eight years of going to school for and practicing architecture. Each time it is phrased a little differently, but ultimately the…

Jul 16

Elevatus Employee Becomes Licensed Architect

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Elevatus Architecture is proud to announce that Emily Hower, AIA, LEED Green Associate, is now a Licensed Architect through completion of the registration requirements in the State of Indiana. Emily Hower, AIA, LEED Green Associate has worked for Elevatus Architecture since May 2018. Her project involvement has included justice, regional,…

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Jun 29

Pursuing a Career in Architecture and Design

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Some may be asking themselves, “what does an architect do, anyway?” Merriam-Webster defines an architect as “a person who designs buildings and advises their construction.” That is putting it simply. When I look around the office, I see architects doing tasks I would never have realized was in their preview…