April 10, 2025

The success of a project doesn’t just depend on great design — it hinges on the ability of the entire design team to produce well-coordinated construction drawings.

We invite our members to learn about the ACE Mentor Program of Idaho. In this article, Jeff Slinger and Ken Gallegos share their experiences, highlight the program’s impact and outline their vision for its growth.

With the ever-present challenges of climate change and resource depletion, Matthew Mead, founder and CEO of Hempitecture, is dedicated to seeing the use of sustainable, healthy building materials in our built environment.

As the Northwest Regional Sustainability Engineer at Knife River Corporation, Melissa Verwest, P.E., works closely with architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) companies, educators and organizations that champion sustainability to facilitate solutions and support initiatives of sustainability as it pertains to the built environment.

Our industry has focused on operational carbon for years. For example, we can replace the mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems with more efficient technology, but what about the building materials already in place?

The Micron Early Learning Center is a new 19,350-square-foot mass timber building adjacent to Micron’s headquarters in Boise.

Jack Smith, FAIA, has had a distinguished career spanning seven decades. He is both an architectural practitioner and an educator. He holds a doctorate in architecture with an underpinning in philosophy.

Susan has dedicated her life to the profession. Her passion and pursuit of excellence have set a high bar for generations to come. With projects that span the globe,

Designing schools today is a complex process for a number of reasons. First and foremost, schools should be a place of curiosity, wonder and joy for children.

Since 1916, Idaho Power has been a trusted partner for business and residential customers, including local school districts and the buildings they manage. We take pride in powering our communities responsibly and affordably. We offer low prices, energy efficiency incentives and personal service.