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Progress Update: Midway YMCA Moves Into the Second Half of Construction

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Construction on the Peter J. King Family Foundation Center for Child and Family Wellbeing Midway YMCA  (St. Paul, MN) has reached the halfway point, marking a significant milestone in the project’s overall progress. At an amazing pace, the project team has continued to move steadily through major phases of construction, and the building is now taking clear shape as structural and enclosure work advances.

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Honoring Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month Through Smart Fire Station Design

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January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, making it a great time to recognize the profound risks firefighters face and to reaffirm our commitment, as an industry, to create environments that protect those who protect us. 

At CNH Architects, our work in fire station design is driven by a clear mission: reduce firefighter exposure to carcinogens while also supporting their mental and physical wellbeing.

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Designing for Growth: A Look Inside CNH Architects’ Office Expansion

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Thoughtful architectural and interior design isn’t just something we deliver to clients – it’s something we live every day. Our recent office expansion reflects this philosophy, transforming our workspace to better support our growing team and the dynamic ways we work together.

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A Groundbreaking Moment for Public Safety: Brooklyn Park Fire Station No. 2

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At CNH Architects, we believe that architecture is more than just buildings—it’s about creating spaces that serve, protect, and inspire. On October 20th, 2025 we joined city leaders, firefighters, and community members to celebrate the groundbreaking of Brooklyn Park Fire Station No. 2, a facility we are proud to have designed in partnership with the City of Brooklyn Park.

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A New Chapter for Midway YMCA: Groundbreaking Celebration and Renaming Honors Community Legacy

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The groundbreaking of the Peter J. King Family Foundation Center for Child and Family Wellbeing, designed by CNH Architects, marked a major milestone for the community in St. Paul. The new 27,000-square-foot facility will feature 12 classrooms, a small gym, a rooftop learning space, and programming focused on arts, STEM, and healthy living.

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Zoey Erickson Achieves NCIDQ Certification, Strengthening His Role at CNH Architects

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At CNH Architects, we believe that great design begins with a deep understanding. That belief is embodied by interior designer Zoey Erickson, who recently earned his NCIDQ certification—a nationally recognized credential that reflects both technical expertise and professional integrity in the field of interior design.

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Crafted for the Community: Leather Works Minnesota Makes a Move

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Now, in collaboration with CNH Architects, the owners of Leather Works Minnesota are embarking on a new chapter with a move into the historic Joseph’s Meat Market building on St. Paul’s West Side. Originally built in 1908, this site holds deep local and historical significance, making it a fitting new home for the business.

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BURNSVILLE FIRE STATION NO. 1

CNH’s largest fire station to date, the City of Burnsville’s Fire Station No. 1 is home to a crew of all full-time firefighters and more than 44,000 SF with 10 apparatus bays. Firefighter safety was one of nine top priorities for the station. Multiple contamination zones and a designated de-contamination area will allow firefighters to keep contaminated equipment and clothing in the apparatus bay until decontaminated. Another priority in the design was firefighter mental health. A warning system that slowly ramps up with alert tones and lighting while only alerting responding staff ensures firefighters are not awoken in an abrupt manner. The station includes areas for relaxation with different lighting to promote natural sleep rhythms, as well as a yoga studio and meditation garden. Extensive firefighter training features including Firefighter 1 and advanced training elements are another highlight of the station.