Jessica Hiatt, acoustical systems designer of IP Design Group, has earned certification from InfoComm International. The Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) credential is for audiovisual professionals who have demonstrated knowledge and comprehension of the science and technology used in audio, video and display systems. To achieve a CTS credential, individuals must also agree to a code [...]

To enhance the Alvine and Associates’ corporate philosophy of providing value added services, IP Design Group’s addition of Acoustical Consulting Services reinforces our commitment to our clients. Our Acoustical Consulting Services include: >         Acoustical modeling >         Room and Space Acoustics Analysis >         Material Selection >         Acoustic Solutions Design >         Sound reinforcement systems analysis and design [...]

William K. “Bill” Loghry, Jr., has been promoted to Project Manager for IP Design Group. Bill has more than 8 years of experience in the design and installation of highly-integrated physical security systems. He focuses on the design of access control, security and surveillance systems in addition to performing risk assessments for clients.He has earned [...]

On Saturday, March 26, the Central Iowa AIA “Canstruction” event was held in support of the Food Bank of Iowa. Ten teams participated in Canstruction, which combines the competitive spirit of a design/build competition with a unique way to help feed the hungry. Competing teams, lead by architects and engineers, showcase their talents by designing giant sculptures made [...]

Despite miserable weather conditions, a hardy team from Alvine Engineering’s Oklahoma City branch office  participated in the 11th annual Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon held on Sunday, May 1.  With temperatures stuck in the 40s, steady rain, and wind gusting from the north, the 26,000 entrants from 49 states and 6 foreign countries began the race [...]

AUGIWorld magazine recently published an article authored by Alvine BIM Manager, Todd Shackelford.  “Quantifying BIM” appeared in the November/December 2010 edition.  The article looks at some of the major BIM standard documents seeking to quantify BIM.  The article can be accessed by following this link:   http://www.augi.com/images/uploads/augiworld_issues/20101112%20lr.pdf With Todd’s guidance, Alvine Engineering has become a regional [...]

AIA Nebraska presented 5 Honor Awards and 5 Merits at their 2010 Excellence in Design Awards Gala, October 14, in Omaha. The highlighted winning projects were selected from 67 entries from Nebraska architects by a jury of Louisiana AIA members.  The single Honor Award for New Construction was bestowed upon the RDG Planning and Design [...]

Iconic American singer and songwriter Lyle Lovett performed as the venerable PBS program “Austin City Limits” closed out its run of broadcasts from the KLRU’s Studio 6A on the University of Texas campus.  Beginning in the spring of 2011, the show will be taped in the brand-spanking-new Moody Theater in the heart of downtown Austin.   The Moody Theater is [...]

Saddlebrook Joint Facility, a collaborative effort between the Omaha Public Schools, Omaha Public Library and City of Omaha Parks and Recreation, has been awarded the Crow Island School Citation as the top pre-K-12 entry in the 2010 American School & University Educational Interiors Showcase. This is the premier competition honoring education interiors excellence. This year, [...]

The University of Nebraska Medical Center broke ground for its newest facility in December.  The Stanley M. Truhlsen Eye Institute will be a state-of-the-art facility designed to transform ophthalmology in Nebraska for generations to come.  It will give private ophthalmologists better access to sub-specialty services and advanced diagnostics.  It will also enchance clinical research and attract top residents [...]