ARCON Associates, Inc.

Time to celebrate our January & February ARCON anniversaries! As Architectural Associates, Nathan & Joe have been working alongside the bulk of our clients the last two years, tackling every facet of a project. From floor plan mockups and putting documents together, to field verifying and working on presentations, they have had a hand in many different projects. Brian has been scaling rooftops & scaffolding at ARCON for the past 23 years! His knowledge of the industry stands out amongst the others, providing our clients the confidence that their buildings are water tight and safe for students and staff. And what about Mike? Mike is celebrating three decades as an ARCONian this month! His ARCON journey began behind a drafting desk as an architect working with some of our biggest clients then evolved into to his current position, IT Director. His skills don't end there, Mike has some of the best Halloween costumes, brings the most holiday spirit to his corner of the office, & is one of the top ARCONian Cubs fans!

We have had the pleasure of working with Community Consolidated School District 15 throughout the #Moving15Forward journey over the last few years! From incorporating full-day kindergarten to transitioning the junior high structure into a middle school structure, our team has worked hard to accomplish the district's goals and prepare their facilities for the future. ARCON was lucky enough to help transform Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Walter R. Sundling Middle School, Winston Campus Middle School, Jane Addams Elementary School & Hunting Ridge Elementary School. Congratulations #WeMoved15Forward!

A new facility for Berwyn South District 100? School District 100? Yes please! Our team has been hard at work designing a new Education Center that district faculty and community members can utilize. This 40,000 SF facility will include district administrative offices, a board room, professional development spaces, collaborative working areas, a genius bar for technical assistance & more. Keep an eye out for construction updates later in the year!

As we welcome in the new year, we can't help but think of all the milestones and celebrations we experienced over the past 12 months! From our ARCON Company Retreat and industry-sponsored golf outings to the good & hard days in the field, we challenged ARCONians to provide a small glimpse into their daily lives. Documenting 365 days of the year through the lens of each employee, we are excited to share ARCON's 2024 One Second a Day video. Happy New Year!

Let's celebrate our November & December ARCON Anniversaries: Brian Kukla, Frank Pantaleon & Keith Podalak! Celebrating 8 years with ARCON, Brian leads the architectural team for THSD 211, the largest high school district in the state and ARCON's longest running client. Alongside his fantastic architectural skills, Brian brings a fun, lighthearted and outgoing presence to our team. Frank has been the ultimate helping hand at ARCON for 26 years; whenever a team needs an someone to jump in or a last-minute change happens, Frank is the first to step up and help whoever needs it. As both a project manager and construction manager, Keith has been hard at work for the past 7 years. Working with Matteson ESD 162, West Chicago ESD 33, Lake Park CHSD 108 & more, has given Keith the opportunity to work on a variety of different projects. Happy ARCON Anniversary Brian, Frank & Keith!

From all of us at ARCON, we wish you a joyous holiday season!

Time to get vertical! The Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) is in the process of replacing the original 30+ year old roof system at the Glenview Transfer Station. Sticking the 'landing', the provided air support made replacing the original RTU and Air Handling equipment a breeze late last month. Project Partners: CS2 Design Group, LLC, Riddiford Roofing Co., & Helm Group

ARCON continues to build on a legacy of excellence after 45 years and we couldn’t have done it without you, our clients! Stop by Booth #100-102 at next week’s Joint Annual Conference and join our 45th anniversary celebration by creating your own LEGO minifigure. Whether you’re a master architect or just getting started, come piece together the perfect mini version of yourself. It’s a block-buster event you won’t want to miss!

And just like that, work begins at Evergreen Elementary School! Last week, our team joined the Benjamin School District 25's fun & 'spooky' groundbreaking celebration, starting with an all-school assembly that shared what the new addition will look like. Later in the day, students participated in their annual Halloween Costume Parade ending at the groundbreaking site. Administration, parents & students had the opportunity to join the celebration. Stay tuned for construction updates in the next few months.

This month we celebrate ARCON's 45th anniversary! Since 1979, we have steadily built our reputation as a full-service firm specializing in educational architecture and providing highly personalized service to our clients. Our founders William Olson, Dennis Kajmowicz & Stephen Mulvihill worked hard at developing a firm with the expertise and vision to create impactful spaces and meaningful relationships. Our team continues that legacy today.