Category Archives: Architecture

BIM the Future of Architectural Engineering

Building Information Modeling (BIM), is slowly starting to gain acceptance as the new standard for architectural engineers of the future. More firms are moving away from the tradition CAD models to BIM. This is due to computational design tools that provide engineers with the ability to access and manage large data sets as the building…
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Schemmer’s Michael Sinclair, AIA, Attends Grassroots 2019

Schemmer's Michael Sinclair, AIA, attended the American Institute of Architects' (AIA) annual Grassroots leadership conference in Washington, D.C., to accept an award for AIA Nebraska achieving 100 years as a chapter. Sara Kay, AIA Nebraska Executive Director and Sinclair, AIA Nebraska President-Elect, received the award on behalf of the chapter. Grassroots 2019 united architects and chapter leaders…
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OPERATE: Using Less to Gain More

Being comfortable can be expensive with a system that doesn’t work right. We help you optimize the performance of complex buildings by using less (resources, time, energy) to gain more (satisfaction, income, pride). By using less, we save you money and create a more comfortable environment. Schemmer is committed to the built environment. Our experts…
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Schemmer’s Two-Decade presence in Lincoln, Nebraska

From the 11th floor of the Federal Trust Building (13th & N Streets), we often look out in amazement at some of the projects we have helped come to fruition in Lincoln. From Harris Overpass and Haymarket Park Development to the City of Lincoln Airport Entryway Corridor, Pemberly Place Senior Living Facility and the Air National Guard…
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A Building Owner’s Must-have: BIM Execution Plans

Who knew the letter “I” could be so Incredible? When it comes to Building Information Modeling (BIM), inputting information into Revit could truly be the superhero in your next project. Our BIM crusader, Josh Murphy, BPAC, BIM Manager, once played the role of Dash from the Incredibles in Disney On Ice (read more about Josh…
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Meet Schemmer’s Josh Murphy, BPAC, BIM Manager

Isn’t it every kid’s dream to go to “Infinity and Beyond” like Buzz Lightyear or to be Dash, the fastest Incredible in the family? One can only aspire to be a larger-than-life Disney character, but few can actually check it off their bucket list like Schemmer’s Josh Murphy, BPAC, BIM Manager. Meet Schemmer's Josh Murphy,…
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Meet Schemmer’s Shane Larsen, AIA, NCARB

Shane Larsen, AIA, NCARB, is Schemmer's Senior Living group leader. His extensive project management experience and excellent communication skills make him a much sought-after architect in the Senior Living market. Since his professional career began, Shane has solely focused on senior living projects across the country from Virginia to California, North Dakota to Texas. His…
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Evaluating Your Building’s Conditions with FACILITATE

Do you ever find yourself getting sucked into one of those reality TV shows where participants are taken from the fashion victim to a fashionista or have a lifestyle makeover to get healthy and fit? Their wardrobes and lifestyle are evaluated, they are given a consultation for their body type and either assigned styling guidelines…
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Schemmer Welcomes Peter Hind, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, as Senior Architect

Schemmer is pleased to welcome Peter Hind, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, as a senior architect based in the Lincoln, Neb., office. Peter has 20 years of experience in residential, commercial and multi-family design. Prior to Schemmer, he was principal and founder of his own award-winning architecture and construction firm. Peter also served as a professor,…
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