Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architects in Clear Lake, IA
Since 1923, ATURA Architecture has been dedicated to delivering exceptional architectural solutions rooted in innovation and client collaboration. As a full-service firm based in Clear Lake, Iowa, with an Ankeny office, we combine a century of expertise with modern design-build capabilities through our partnership with Dean Snyder Construction since 2012. Our team specializes in educational, commercial, healthcare, civic, worship, and residential design, prioritizing creative functionality and informed decision-making throughout every project phase. Leveraging contractor resources from inception, we provide accurate cost estimating, scheduling, and value engineering to ensure client satisfaction.Our commitment extends beyond design to include facility master planning, sustainable practices, and advanced visualization tools like 3D modeling and virtual reality. With a legacy of award-winning projects such as the Kraft Heinz Wausau facility, we maintain a focus on quality control, code compliance, and post-occupancy evaluations. Our multidisciplinary approach addresses both present needs and future adaptability, serving clients across Iowa and beyond. Recognized for tornado-safe room design expertise, we assist with FEMA applications and rapid project execution. Through transparent communication and tailored solutions, we strive to exceed expectations in every architectural endeavor.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Planning
Rendering & Modeling
Bond Promotion
Tornado Safe Rooms
Facility Master Planning
Sustainable Design
Code Analysis
Post-Occupancy Evaluations
Details
- Year established: 1923
Highlights and features
- We offer 100 years of architectural experience since 1923.
- Our team includes AIA-certified architects and LEED-accredited professionals.
- We provide integrated design-build services through Dean Snyder Construction.
- We specialize in tornado-safe room design with FEMA application assistance.
- Our services include virtual reality project visualization for client clarity.
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services spanning schematic planning, construction documentation, and site administration. Our team ensures code compliance, cost efficiency, and functional aesthetics across educational, commercial, and residential projects. With expertise in value engineering and sustainable practices, we deliver tailored solutions that balance client needs with regulatory requirements.
Tornado Safe Rooms
Specializing in FEMA-compliant tornado safe room design, we offer application assistance and rapid deployment solutions. Our expertise includes cost-effective designs adaptable to various building types, ensuring safety while maintaining architectural integrity through decades of Iowa-specific project experience.
Rendering & Modeling
Our visualization services include 3D printing, virtual reality walkthroughs, and real-time object manipulation tools. These technologies help clients understand spatial relationships early in design phases, particularly beneficial for complex projects requiring stakeholder consensus on functional layouts and aesthetic elements.
Facility Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans addressing phased construction, lifecycle studies, and space utilization. Our approach ensures facilities evolve with client needs while maintaining budget control, particularly valuable for institutions requiring long-term infrastructure development strategies.
Bond Promotion
We assist organizations in securing funding through capital campaign materials and stakeholder engagement strategies. Our services include marketing collateral development and feasibility studies, specifically for clients pursuing projects in education, healthcare, and community infrastructure sectors.
People
Mark Kroemer
Architect
AIA and NCARB-certified architect with expertise in comprehensive project design and client coordination.
Reed Wessman
Architect
LEED AP professional specializing in sustainable design solutions and energy-efficient building systems.
Austin Pehl
Business Development
Focuses on client relations and strategic growth initiatives for the firm's architectural services.
Jarrod Jaspersen
Architect
Experienced in commercial and residential design projects with emphasis on functional space optimization.
Jared Beenken
Architect
Specializes in industrial design and project coordination for complex facility development.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in educational, commercial, healthcare, civic, worship, and residential design with expertise in tornado-safe rooms and sustainable practices.
Do you offer design-build services?
Yes, through our partnership with Dean Snyder Construction since 2012, we provide integrated design-build solutions.
Can you help with tornado shelter design?
We have extensive experience in FEMA-compliant tornado-safe room design and application assistance.
Do you work outside Iowa?
While based in Iowa, we've completed projects in Wisconsin and collaborate with clients nationwide through virtual tools.
What visualization tools do you use?
We employ 3D modeling, virtual reality walkthroughs, and real-time object manipulation for design clarity.
How do you handle phased construction projects?
Our master planning services include phased development strategies with cost control and lifecycle analysis.
