We know what brings schools together.

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1 School Work

2 We know what brings schools together. About Us Martin Gardner Architecture, P.C. has been providing excellence in design and building consulting services in eastern Iowa for nearly 30 years. Our offices are located in Marion and Strawberry Point, Iowa. We work out of two difference locations but work as one firm and together have a wide ranging portfolio of over 2,000 projects. Our firm consists of 10 professionals. We rely on each other to share ideas and offer alternative perspectives. Each MGA team member brings a set of talents and skills which significantly contribute to the success of the projects we work on. Our History Martin Gardner Architecture, P.C. was founded in 1985 as a predecessor partnership by David F. Martin, who is president of the firm. In 2010, Martin Design joined with Gardner Architecture, a firm founded by Tom Gardner in We completed the merger process by changing our name to Martin Gardner Architecture January 1 st Project Development Experts We become the client s consultant, guide, and advocate in charting the building process and emphasizing the following: Clearly communicating project needs, scope, and expectations Documenting project requirements Adhering to project budgets by prioritizing building features Remaining flexible to meet changing project and client needs Experience and interest in using alternative energy sources Concern for natural resources and using environmentally friendly building materials Technically superior construction drawings and specifications Very low number and cost of change orders during construction Planning for future expansions Fostering a spirit of teamwork within the design and construction teams Strawberry Point Office

3 Tailored Architectural Services Getting it right is a tradition of ours, no matter whether the project is large or small, a new structure, addition or renovation. We provide services for clients with needs as diverse as: VISIONING Needs Assessment Feasibility Studies Energy Studies Master Planning Space Programming Schematic Design Budget Development PLANNING Design Development Construction Documents Budget Review and Control Bidding and Negotiating Construction Contract Preparation BUILDING Construction Administration Payment Review Contractor Submittals and Coordination Project Meetings Project Close Out Services for Most Building Types and Projects New Buildings Additions Renovations Security Improvements District Wide Needs Studies Daycares and Preschools Wellness Centers Code Compliance Familiar with Government Grant and Loan Programs Handicapped Accessibility Project Feasibility Reports Energy Efficiency Including Rebate Programs and Geothermal Parking and Zoning FEMA Tornado Safe Rooms Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Cost of Service Our method of charging for services is very flexible and can be divided into phases. Hourly, fixed fee, and percentage based fee structures are available as you desire. Locally Available Either office is prepared to discuss your project needs with you. We welcome your calls or your written inquiries either via conventional mail or . Contact us at either address shown on our staff page. Marion Office MARTIN GARDNER ARCHITECTURE

4 Fine Arts and Performance Center Wellness Center Additions and Renovations Elementary / Middle School Renovations and Additions Geothermal HVAC System Upgrade Instrumental and Vocal Music Rooms Renovation Fine Arts and Performance Center Postville Community Schools Lobby and Concessions Renovation Athletic Locker Room Renovations Elementary / Middle School Window Replacement Security Entry Systems Renovation High School ADA Accessibility Improvements and Renovation

5 R.A.M.S. (Regional Academy for Math and Science). New 12,000 square foot advanced technology and science facility operated in conjunction with Northeast Iowa Community College Elementary facility HVAC retrofit Elementary early childhood renovations New eight lane all weather track renovation Oelwein Community Schools Regional Academy for Math and Science High School Athletic Locker Room Renovation High school bleacher replacement Middle School Multi-Purpose Room (currently in the feasibility stages) High School concessions and renovations to the lobby and weight room Williams Wellness Center security renovations (currently in design)

6 Science Laboratory and Junior High Addition and Renovation (currently under construction) Community Wellness Facility (currently under construction) Community Wellness Facility Nashua-Plainfield Community Schools Wrestling / Fitness addition, Nashua high school facility High School Gymnasium re-roof District Facilities Assessment and Study

7 Wrestling and fitness addition to the high school Elementary Early Childhood and Library renovations / entry vestibule renovation High school Fine Arts classroom addition Elementary Kindergarten classroom addition Childcare and Head-start facility addition MFL MarMac Community Schools Fine Arts Auditorium Elementary window replacement Facility Boiler Replacement Fine Arts Auditorium and Administrative Offices Addition (currently under construction) Main electrical service replacement and upgrade and consolidation of the entire High School (currently under construction) McGregor Weight Room Addition

8 Chickasaw Wellness Complex: A 35,750 square foot fitness facility housing indoor basketball / volleyball courts, aerobics / multipurpose space, racquetball, wrestling, walking track, weight room, locker rooms, offices, storage / mechanical spaces High school offices and administrative offices addition (currently in design phase) Chickasaw Wellness Complex New Hampton Community Schools Middle school addition which includes new entrance ramp, restrooms and concessions (currently in design phase) Master Planning for future school projects

9 Darling Elementary, Postville Other School Projects Grand Meadow Independent School District, Grand Meadow Minnesota. Initial planning and schematic design is complete for a multiple phase addition to a centralized school. Preparation for a bond issue is underway. Current plans call for a wellness center, classrooms, and performing arts center with renovations to the administrative, ag/shop area, and media center. Approximate total budget anticipated for the entire project is 15 million dollars. MFL MarMac Community Schools, Monona, Iowa Our most recent project for this school is a new 350 seat fine arts auditorium outfitted with state of the art sound and lighting systems, dressing rooms, and support areas. This project is just being completed and will host the first school play in November, Other recent projects have included a concession stand addition to the McGregor school, a boiler and electrical system replacement in Monona, a childcare addition, fine arts classroom addition and fitness and wrestling room additions. South Winneshiek Community School District, Calmar, Iowa Renovations of the existing auditorium providing new wider seats, handicapped seating and accessibility, improved the stage access and usability, new curtains, sound system, general lighting, control booth, floor finishes, helped to improve the acoustics of the room. Nashua-Plainfield Community Schools, Nashua, Iowa Two projects were recently built simultaneously on the Nashua Community Schools campus. This project includes a new 25,000 square foot wellness center featuring basketball and volley ball courts, batting cages, weight room, wrestling room, aerobics rooms, and a running track. A technical wing adds six classrooms, a chemistry laboratory, a biology laboratory, and a new commons to the junior high were also a part of this project. This project was funded in part with a Harkin Education Grant, an energy rebate and the rest with Local Option Sales Tax funds. These two projects offer increased opportunities for STEM education and participation in athletic programs. Oelwein Community School District, Oelwein, Iowa Locker rooms, the main gymnasium bleachers, the main entrance commons, and security upgrades are just a few of the areas that we have renovated for this school district. We are currently working on an office security renovation for the community wellness center that is attached to the school building. Postville Community School District, Postville, Iowa This year security entrances were added to the high school and elementary school main entrances and staff entrances. Two years ago a major addition was made to the NICHES building, the YMCA that uses a former school building as a shared athletic and wellness center. This addition included an elevator to provide handicapped access, a swimming pool and additional exercise rooms/meeting rooms. Much of the existing building was renovated to freshen and improve the facility. Past projects have included elementary/ middle school addition and renovation, locker room and lobby renovation, band and vocal music renovation, window replacement, geothermal heating and cooling, and a fine arts auditorium.

10 John R. Mott High School, Postville Alburnett Community School District, Alburnett, IA Central Community School District, Elkader, IA MFL MarMac Community School District, Monona, IA New Hampton Community School District, New Hampton, IA Central City Community School District, Central City, IA Maquoketa Valley Community School District, Maqouketa, IA Edgewood-Colesburg Community School District, Edgewood, IA North Winneshiek Community School District, IA Marion Independent School District, Marion, IA Northeast Iowa Community College, Calmar, IA Other School Projects North Fayette Community School District, West Union, IA South Winneshiek Community School District, IA Howard-Winneshiek Community School District, IA Starmont Community School District, Arlington, IA Turkey Valley Community School District, Jackson Junction, IA Valley Community School District, IA Independence Community School District, Independence, IA Sumner-Fredericksburg Community School District, Sumner, IA Grand Meadow Independent School District, Grand Meadow, MN Eastern-Allamakee Community School District, IA Postville Community School District, Postville, IA Clayton-Ridge Community School District, Guttenberg, IA Oelwein Community School District, Oelwein, IA Mid-Prairie Community School District, IA Nashua-Plainfield Community School District, Nashua, IA

11 Darling Elementary Media Center, Postville Randy Strabala Superintendent Brian Bierschenk School Board President Nashua-Plainfield Community School District 612 Greeley Street Nashua, IA (641) Steve Westerberg Superintendent Candace King School Board President Oelwein Community School District th Avenue SE Oelwein, IA (319) References Jim Patera, Deacon Retired Superintendent Current Deacon Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Oelwein, IA Oelwein Community School District th Avenue SE Oelwein, IA Office: (319) Duane Willhite Superintendent North Fayette Valley Community School District 600 N. Pine Street, PO Box 73 West Union, IA (563) John Rothlisberger Retired Superintendent Retired from Postville Community School District and Turkey Valley Community School District (319)

12 700 11th Street, Suite 200 Marion, IA Telephone Number: Fax Number: Website: David F. Martin, AIA, President Sarah Coleman, AIA, Project Architect Kyle Martin, AIA, LEED AP, Project Architect Gabe Julich, Draftsperson Eric Wirth, LEED Green Assoc., Intern Architect Justin Hoff, SDA, Office Manager Martin Gardner Architecture Staff th Street Strawberry Point, IA Telephone Number: Fax Number: Josh Demmer, AIA, LEED AP, Project Architect Mark Moine, LEED AP, Project Manager Mike Tucker, Project Manager Brian Stark, Project Manager Website:

13 700 11th Street, Suite 200 Marion, IA 52302