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About Pierce

Pierce’s architectural background includes a wide variety of projects types, including: commercial, educational and institutional projects. He has managed projects of all sizes in both traditional and non-traditional design and delivery systems. Over the last 35 years, Pierce has been responsible for all aspects of design, documentation and construction administration including code analysis, document coordination and budget estimates. In addition, he has experience managing staff assigned to individual projects and has served as a mentor to younger staff members.

When did you know you wanted to be an architect?

I always knew I wanted to be in the construction industry in some fashion. Blocks, LEGOS and wood crafting projects were always how I spent my free time. However I always thought I would be an engineer like my uncle. It wasn’t until my freshman year of college when I saw a dormmate working on his first year architecture projects that I changed my major and have never looked back.

What is your favorite building and why?

Louis Sullivan – Merchants National Bank (Grinnell Iowa). It’s the perfect blend of pure and simple geometric forms married with exquisite decoration to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Joined SVPA Architects

July 2019

Education

Iowa State University, Bachelor of Arts, Architecture, 1987

Professional Affiliations

American Institute of Architects (AIA), Member

Iowa State Alumni Association, Member

Registrations

National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, Certificate Holder

Licensed Architect in Iowa

Notable Project Experience

• Bondurant-Farrar Community School District, Middle School Renovation, Bondurant, IA
• City of Bondurant City Hall Expansion
• City of Clive Public Safety Facility
• Hy-Vee Corporate Headquarters, West Des Moines, IA
• Hy-Vee Renovation, Monmouth, IL
• Oskaloosa Community School District, Facility Improvements, Oskaloosa, IA