PRIMARY SERVICES - Wisconsin



PRIMARY FOCUS

As a collaborative of architects and design professionals, our commitment is to preserve architectural resources in a manner that respects original context and design intent. We work to secure the ongoing viability of the existing built environment as it functions in a modern world. Isthmus Architecture, Inc. promotes sustainability and environmental responsibility through the reuse of buildings, components and materials and wise utilization of energy and resources.

We work throughout the Midwest on a wide variety of significant projects. For small projects we prefer to work within a one hundred mile radius.

SPECIFIC SERVICES

Rehabilitation and Renovation

Rehabilitation is the act or process of making an efficient contemporary use of a building or space possible through repairs, alterations and additions. Solutions are predicated on intensive survey, research, documentation and analysis. We focus on interaction with our client concerning planning issues and programming needs and bring an understanding of the technologies and methodologies that facilitate the rehabilitation and maintenance of existing older buildings.

Building Envelope Investigations

A Building Envelope Investigation is the methodology for identifying and resolving building exterior problems. The investigation provides the building owner with a detailed overview of the problems, conditions, priorities and recommendations as well as probable associated costs for repairs.

Interiors

Isthmus Architecture, Inc. provides interior design services for rehabilitation, renovation and adaptive reuse projects, as well as new construction. Existing buildings frequently require an interior design process inspired by original building fabric and opportunities. However, it is also necessary to incorporate current needs and uses into the design. Our designs integrate the architectural context while meeting the modern demands of society and technology.

REVIT/Laser Scanning Technology

Isthmus Architecture, Inc has been utilizing REVIT for existing buildings since early 2006. We recently began to integrate 3D laser scanning / digitizing technology that captures the digital shape of physical objects.  Our integration of REVIT, AutoCAD and 3D laser scanning technology will decrease architectural and engineering costs, improve product times to market, and provide a whole new degree of detail to condition surveys and contract documents.

Programming

Programming entails a broad spectrum of analysis that leads to client decision making. Once major concerns have been addressed effectively, focus shifts to the interrelationships, space requirements and environmental qualities to be considered in the project. The program becomes further refined through a detailed exploration of the activities that will occur within each space and to the needs of those performing specific functions within the environment.

Window Replacement

The primary goal of window replacement in existing buildings is to lower energy usage and minimize maintenance. We have experience and expertise with a variety of window types and materials in residential, commercial and institutional buildings. In many instances, window replacement typically imparts an improvement to the functionality and beauty of the building exterior.

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