At CNH Architects, the holiday season is more than festive decor – it’s about giving back and creating moments of joy. This year, our team came together in meaningful ways to support our community and celebrate the season.
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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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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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On May 22, 2025, Burnsville celebrated a major milestone with the groundbreaking of its new Police City Hall, a facility designed to enhance public safety and strengthen operations in the community.
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s important to recognize the incredible contributions of women in architecture and interior design. These trailblazing women have not only broken barriers but have also inspired future generations with their resilience, creativity, and determination.
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What is Construction Administration?
CNH Architects feel the success of any project depends on staying on top of the process from early planning through construction. Where many firms lose interest in a project after the building is designed and drawings complete, CNH has found that much of the success of the project depends on working through the issues that arise during construction, making sure the client is represented and protected.
Liz Elton, a talented interior designer who has been with CNH Architects since her internship in 2019, is now a certified interior designer thanks to her successful completion of the NCIDQ examination program. By achieving this certification, Liz has elevated her career and demonstrated her dedication to delivering exceptional design solutions.
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At our firm, there are few milestones as significant as becoming a licensed architect. Jess Harter, an exceptional designer at CNH Architects, recently earned this license through the Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID. Her dedication, hours of hard work, and passion for creating spaces have culminated in this well-deserved achievement.
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Design Development (DD) is the crucial link between the Schematic Design and the Construction Documentation phases. DD refines concepts into well-defined architectural solutions with practical construction, and it allows CNH Architects to begin with modeling the built environment.
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CNH Architects, Ltd. announces the hiring of Architectural Designer, Mariah Zeien. Mariah brings a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to the CNH Architects firm. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and New Art Media from the University of North Dakota and a Master’s degree in Architecture from North Dakota State University, Mariah is well-equipped to make an impact in the architectural field.
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What is Schematic Design?
After a full understanding of the specific approach, operation style, project goals and future growth has been developed, CNH Architects can enter the Schematic Design (SD) phase. Like a Study of Program Needs, SD is a critical process that sets the foundation for the entire project going forward. While the Study of Program Needs outlines requirements for the building and budget, the SD phase is where practicality and creativity meet. SD takes programming further with creative concepts that will be translated to architectural and spatial designs, shaping the project on paper.
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What is Programming?
In the context of architectural study, programming is a crucial phase in the design process – taking place before any design work begins. At CNH Architects, the “Program of Space Needs” refers to the decision-making process that defines the scope of work to be designed.
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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.