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Ally Shott & Jeff Blosser

How Does the Design Team Get Inspired?

Design inspiration can come from all directions. Here are some of the ways that our SHYFT designers get inspired and keep up with or...

What Makes SHYFT Unique as a Design Firm?

Mar 82 min read

Drew Johnson, Greg Ray & Michelle Williams

What Makes SHYFT Unique as a Design Firm?

A Better Way to a Better Space Let’s start with our company mission statement: A Better Way to a Better Space. We recognize that every...

What are Common Acronyms in the Plan-Design-Build Industries?

Dec 27, 20232 min read

Eric Simon & Justin Warnock

What are Common Acronyms in the Plan-Design-Build Industries?

The planning, design, and construction industries are often required to seamlessly integrate for a successful project. From big-picture...

Why Do Analog Practices Still Matter in Architecture and Construction?

Dec 20, 20233 min read

Why Do Analog Practices Still Matter in Architecture and Construction?

In a world dominated by digital technology, where screens have become our primary mode of communication and virtual interactions replace...

How Can a 3D Scan Help with Design Projects?

Jackie Davis

Dec 7, 20232 min read

Samantha Bonner, Morgan Cook & Katelyn Riffel

How Can a 3D Scan Help with Design Projects?

Matterport is a platform for 3D scanning technology particularly in the fields of real estate, construction, and property management. It...

How Do You Become a Licensed Interior Designer?

Nov 29, 20234 min read

How Do You Become a Licensed Interior Designer?

You may hear the terms interior designer and interior decorator used interchangeably, however, there are some major differences —...

SHYFT Marketing

Sep 26, 20232 min read

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Meet Nastassja DeGarmo

Project Coordinator - Des Moines, Iowa Q: What is your favorite thing about working at SHYFT? I love the diversity in project types that...

Celebrating Latinx Designers This Hispanic Heritage Month

Ashley Symons

Sep 21, 20231 min read

Nastassja DeGarmo & Chuck Andrews

Celebrating Latinx Designers This Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 to October 15 each year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions,...

Sep 8, 20234 min read

Katelyn Riffel & Drew Johnson

What Goes Into Conference Room Design?

Microsoft Teams. Skype. GoToMeeting. WebEx. Zoom. As the pandemic advanced, online meeting sites and software proliferated to accommodate...

Best Practices for Keeping a Project on Schedule

Jul 11, 20232 min read

Best Practices for Keeping a Project on Schedule

Creating and maintaining an accurate project schedule is key to any successful design or construction project.

May 30, 20233 min read

SHYFT News

Meet Morgan Cook

Morgan Cook - Project Designer Q: What is your favorite thing about working at SHYFT? A: My favorite thing about working for SHYFT is...

Where Should I Shop for Remodeling Items? Historic, Antiques, Vintage, & More!

Mar 9, 20235 min read

Where Should I Shop for Remodeling Items? Historic, Antiques, Vintage, & More!

Are you itching to elevate your home or office space with a touch of history and uniqueness? Remodeling can be a thrilling and fulfilling...

Lighting 101 - A Basic Understanding of Lighting Fixtures

Mar 9, 20233 min read

Lighting 101 - A Basic Understanding of Lighting Fixtures

Lighting has become a significant factor in creating aesthetically pleasing and functional spaces. Light helps to define specific areas...

Dec 7, 20225 min read

The Evolution of Office Design

It is no secret that the way people work has evolved over the past 50-70 years, especially within the last few decades. In today’s modern...

Best Practices When Consolidating Associates Into a Smaller Space

Jan 11, 20223 min read

Best Practices When Consolidating Associates Into a Smaller Space

Maybe you are looking for ways to be more economical with spending or you want to fit into a space in a specific area of town....

Dec 1, 20212 min read

Top Rendering Software

With the help of rendering software, architectural and design sketches on a napkin can become captivating images and animations....

Nov 30, 20213 min read

Herman Miller, Knoll, and Their Merger

If you’ve ever shopped for furniture, whether home, office, or even just worked in an office setting, you’ve likely heard of or engaged...

What are the Steps to Building My Own House?

Nov 19, 20218 min read

What are the Steps to Building My Own House?

The prospect of building your own home can be exciting, challenging, and provide a deep sense of ownership and achievement. For many, it...

Best Practices When Selecting a Furniture Dealer

Nov 19, 20212 min read