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Tuesday 22 July
WELCOME TO FACADES+ KANSAS CITY!
The Architect’s Newspaper is celebrating 13 Years of Facades+ Conferences. We are thrilled to welcome both new attendees and longtime facades fanatics to today’s dynamic event. We bring fresh and relevant programming to each city, and have an exceptional group of projects, people, and expertise for you to learn about today.
Facades+ Kansas City brings together top professionals from the worlds of design, engineering, fabrication, and construction to consider how high-performance envelopes are evolving and transforming the built environment, and are responding to changing codes, climates, technologies, and client needs.
I’d like to thank our amazing conference co-chairs, James Pfeiffer and Joyce Raybuck, leaders at BNIM who have brought together today’s program of Kansas City design leaders. We invite you to connect with the presenters and your peers during networking breaks in the Methods+Materials Gallery and throughout the event.
Please get to know our sponsors exhibiting in the Methods+Materials Gallery today and learn how they will help you shape the future of facade design and technology.
Has Facades+ struck a chord with you? Have a look at our upcoming events held in 14 cities across the U.S. & Canada. Visit our website to learn more about our other events and additional opportunities to earn your CEU's.
We are eager to hear from you about how we might improve the Facades+ experience. Talk to us. And please spread the word—help us to continue to grow the Facades+ dialogue and community.
All the best,
Diana Darling CEO & Creative Director, AN Media Group
CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS
DIANA DARLING CEO / Creative Director, AN Media Group
MARTY WOOD VP of Events, AN Media Group
DIONNE DARLING VP of Brand Partnerships, AN Media Group
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AGENDA
(TIMES IN CDT)
8:00 AM CHECK-IN & BREAKFAST | Methods + Materials Gallery
9:30 AM WELCOME: Dionne Darling | The Architect’s Newspaper
PROGRAM INTRODUCTION:
9:40 AM
Joyce Raybuck | BNIM
James Pfeiffer | BNIM
SPOTLIGHT Reclad Refresh: Sustainable Solutions for HighPerformance Renovations
Presenters:
9:45 AM
10:15 AM
Stephen Shatswell | Krueck Sexton Partners
Bryan Howard | Thornton Tomasetti
Joyce Raybuck | BNIM
PANEL Facades as Place-Makers: Enclosure Design, Community Development and Public Good Presenters:
Douglas W. Stockman | Helix Architecture + Design
Godfrey Riddle | Civic Saint
Carleigh Pope | BNIM
11:00 AM METHODS + MATERIALS BREAK
SPOTLIGHT Constraints as Opportunity: Developing a Problem-Solving Ecosystem for Facade Design Excellence
Presenters:
11:30 AM
12:15 PM
John Collier | BNIM
Josh Harrold | BNIM
Joyce Raybuck | BNIM
PANEL Enhancing Building Skins: Innovations for Better Performance and Design
Presenters:
Jace Rossow | Wells
Tim Nass | SAFTIFIRST
Carleigh Pope | BNIM
12:45 PM NETWORKING LUNCH
1:45 PM TABLE TALKS: PEER-TO-PEER NETWORKING SESSION
PANEL Context is Key: High-Performance and Climate-Responsive Facade Solutions
Presenters:
2:30 PM
Emily Taylor | Hutton
Dan Maginn | Dake Wells Architecture
James Pfeiffer | BNIM
AGENDA
3:15 PM METHODS + MATERIALS BREAK
SPOTLIGHT History, Materiality, and Durability: SHSMO’s Center for Missouri Studies
Presenters:
3:45 PM
4:15 PM
Sean Zaudke | KC Global Design
Joyce Raybuck | BNIM
PANEL Introducing KC Global Design
Presenter:
Ashley McDonald | KC Global Design
ROUNDTABLE Advancements in Facade Design in Sports: Global Perspective
Presenters:
Adrian Betanzos | VIA
4:20 PM
5:20 PM
Peter Broeder | HOK
Kadim Al-Asady | Walter P Moore
Kylie Miller | Populous
James Pheiffer | BNIM
CLOSING REMARKS:
Dionne Darling | The Architect’s Newspaper
Joyce Raybuck | BNIM
James Pfeiffer | BNIM
SPEAKERS
CO-CHAIRS
JAMES PFEIFFER
Principal / BNIM
James Pfeiffer is a Principal in BNIM’s Kansas City office. He is an award-winning designer and creative collaborator whose core strengths are centered around design, culture, and people. Adept at many roles in all phases of design, he is a rare designer who moves seamlessly through all phases, grasping the rigor and innovation of strong concept development to the precision required in construction documentation and administration. James has developed numerous projects that have set new standards in human purposed design. He is also a natural mentor, having served as an adjunct professor and co-teacher for a comprehensive design studio at Kansas State University and frequent guest design critic for the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, the Kansas City Art Institute, and the Kansas City Design Center.
JOYCE RAYBUCK
Principal / BNIM
With 20 years in the profession, Joyce is a passionate and collaborative design leader, who produces research informed, human-centered projects from concept through construction. Clients gain value through her national and international expertise on innovative projects in higher education, embassy design, workplace design, and urban development. She values collaborative partnerships and excels in delivering design excellence on challenging and complex projects. Alongside her design leadership, she has championed firm efforts in implementing BNIM’s 2020 Sustainability Action Plan and annual sustainability report, Subject To Change.
SPEAKERS
KADIM AL-ASADY
Principal-Structures / Walter P Moore
Kadim is a seasoned computational designer specializing in sports architecture, with extensive experience delivering professional and collegiate sports projects from design to LOD400 completion. Using advanced computational workflows, Kadim collaborates closely with clients to create integrated design and delivery processes that optimize efficiency and coordination across disciplines. His expertise ensures that projects meet the highest standards of detail and precision, from concept development to construction. Kadim’s expertise spans accelerated schedules and fast-track design-build delivery methods, ensuring efficiency in large-scale projects. Notable projects include the GEODIS MLS Stadium, Highmark Stadium, and Nissan Stadium.
ADRIAN BETANZOS
Principal / VIA
Adrian is a Materials lover who was born in Tapachula, Chiapas. He is married and has two kids and a dog. In his free time, he is a principal at VIA, a facade consulting firm that deals with projects worldwide. He spent the last decade working for Apple in their Sourcing and Innovation teams, transforming the industry through their Apple stores. Adrian holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Universidad Iberoamericana, a European Business diploma from Vaxjo Universitet in Sweden and a master of engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
PETER BROEDER
Design Principal / HOK
As the design principal HOK’s Kansas City studio, Peter oversees the design work spanning diverse market types. Peter’s experience includes civic buildings and complex professional and collegiate sports facilities across the globe. He is adept at guiding clients through the design and construction process and capturing their unique ambitions in the final product. Sports Business Journal recently named Peter a Power Player for facility design and construction. He is an adjunct studio instructor and lecturer at his alma mater, the University of Kansas.
JOHN COLLIER
Associate Principal / BNIM
John Collier brings 25 years of professional architectural experience as Associate Principal at BNIM. John has served as Project Architect on many projects and is experienced in leading all project aspects, from programming and design to production, implementation, and construction administration. His ability to analyze and resolve complex issues makes him an indispensable team member. John was a core team member for the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas City, the Henry W. Bloch Executive Hall for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Missouri KC, and most recently, the new Las Vegas Downtown Civic Center and Plaza.
JOSH HARROLD
Principal / BNIM
Josh Harrold is a Principal at BNIM with nearly two decades of experience creating a body of work that has earned regional and national recognition. His practice bridges architecture, planning, and cultural storytelling, consistently working at the intersection of landscape, architecture, interiors, and technology to deepen the relationship between people and place. Josh brings a regionalist’s sensibility and a modernist’s approach to every endeavor, shaping spaces as living biographies of the communities they serve. His process is rooted in thorough analysis, rigorous investigation, and meticulous execution — blending strategic thinking with deep empathy.
BRYAN HOWARD
Senior Project Director / Thornton Tomasetti
Bryan is an enclosure consultant and licensed architect with over 16 years of experience in the building profession. He has worked on a variety of projects around the world ranging in scale and complexity. His portfolio includes education projects, multi-family housing, corporate headquarters, sports facilities, and government projects. Bryan has a broad knowledge of curtain walls, rain-screens systems, and low-slope roof design. He brings a focused attention to envelope design to each project, engaging with designers and builders to make ideas a reality.
SPEAKERS
DAN MAGINN
Director / Dake Wells Architecture
Dan has been practicing in the Kansas City market since 1989, focusing on straightforward, resourceful solutions to innovatively defined problems. Dan is the Civic market leader at Dake Wells Architecture, and in his role as Director of the Kansas City office he leads a wide variety of project types including community, civic, educational, and residential. Dan’s goal on all projects is to create authentic places for people to gather and connect that are deeply rooted in their site and context. His pursuit of design excellence for his clients has resulted in numerous local, regional, and national AIA awards.
ASHLEY MCDONALD
Managing Director / KC Global Design
Ashley McDonald leads KC Global Design, the architecture, engineering and construction-focused initiative of the Kansas City Area Development Council. The collective brings together leading firms in the region to amplify Kansas City’s profile as a global destination for design. Since joining KCADC, Ashley has championed Kansas City as a destination for top-tier design talent and innovation. Named a NextGen Leader by the Kansas City Business Journal in 2018, she is known for her collaborative approach and ability to unite firms across disciplines. Ashley works to sharpen Kansas City’s competitive edge and position the region as a world-class design hub.
KYLIE MILLER
Associate / Populous
Kylie is a Project Designer at Populous, focusing on complex modeling within high-profile sports and civic architecture. Her expertise centers on leveraging advanced digital tools to shape intricate geometries and realize innovative design intent across various projects. Kylie is key in guiding projects from early concept through technical development and documentation, with experience in convention centers, collegiate, MLS, and aviation. Her portfolio includes the University of Nebraska Osborne Legacy Complex, the Los Angeles Convention Center Expansion and Modernization, and the Indy 11 Soccer Stadium. She approaches architecture as a dynamic fusion between art and science in her work.
TIM NASS
VP of Sales / SAFTIFIRST
Tim Nass has over 30 years of experience in the architectural glazing industry. As the VP of Sales at SAFTIFIRST, he brings his extensive knowledge and expertise when working closely with architects, general contractors, construction managers, face consultants, contract glaziers and developers. Tim also oversees SAFTI FIRST’s global network of architectural sales representatives. He has been delivering our AIAregistered presentation to various architecture firms, AIA/CSI local chapters, and other architectural and glazing industry events.
CARLEIGH POPE
Associate / BNIM
Carleigh Pope is an associate and architect at BNIM’s Des Moines studio. Following her studies at Kansas State University, where she completed her Master of Architecture, Carleigh has contributed to several significant projects at BNIM, including the design for adaptive reuse and redevelopment of the former Charity Hospital in New Orleans and the addition and renovation to Blunt Hall, a research and lab science building at the heart of Missouri State University campus. Carleigh embraces BNIM’s core purpose and values the opportunity to advocate for people and enhance the human condition through the projects she works on.
JACE ROSSOW
Regional Facades Manager / Wells
Jace joined Wells in 2010 in sales and estimating and was promoted to Regional Facades Manager in 2023, where he is responsible for developing, managing, and expanding the client base for Wells Facades building solutions. In his role, he enjoys working with architectural, contracting, and engineering partners to find creative solutions to project challenges, ultimately enhancing the architectural design to create community landmarks.
GODFREY RIDDLE
Founder and President / Civic Saint
Godfrey Riddle, MPA; Founder + President of Civic Saint. Godfrey is an artist, public speaker, and serial social entrepreneur driven to create inspiring communities where people reach their full potential. His social enterprise, Civic Saint, sustainably creates artful, affordable homes using its GeoNova Compressed Earth Block (CEB) ecosystem for job and wealth creation. His degrees in architecture and city management allowed him to see a need for sustainable housing delivered with resilience and beauty to offset the legacy of low-quality investment in Black neighborhoods. Learn more at CivicSaint.com.
SPEAKERS
STEPHEN SHATSWELL
Project Leader / Krueck Sexton Partners
Stephen is a designer, thinker, and problem solver with over 12 years of experience in a broad range of project types including civic buildings, mixed-use, multi-family housing, transportation, and hospitality. He approaches each new project with a holistic mindset – understanding that everything from large concepts to small details must work together to realize successful and meaningful architecture. He grounds his decisions in research, tested intuition, and iteration. Most of all, he trusts the process of design in approaching any challenge.
DOUGLAS W. STOCKMAN
Principal, Director of Architecture / Helix Architecture + Design
Douglas W. Stockman, AIA, is a shareholder/principal and Director of Architecture at Helix Architecture + Design, with offices in Kansas City, MO, and Denver, CO. He is a nationally recognized architect with 30- plus years of experience emphasizing mixed-use and multifamily residential development projects throughout the U.S., with a particular focus on urban-core communities. Doug has dedicated a majority of his career to incorporating prefabricated components and modular construction to deliver higher- quality architecture. He has a Bachelor of Architecture Degree from Kansas State University.
EMILY TAYLOR
Design Team Lead / Hutton
With a wide variety of interests but deeply committed to the community, Emily has crafted her career in architecture, leading projects from beginning to end at Hutton Design+Build. Emily’s work is locally rooted in Kansas but spans many sectors and typologies. Her emphasis on conceptual frameworks, straightforward architectural storytelling, detailed understanding of diverse user groups, and exemplary execution on limited budgets have led her toward a focus on civic projects and non-profit work. Emily also leads Hutton’s companywide sustainability efforts. Emily has been recognized with the 2021 AIA Kansas Young Architect Award and the 2024 AIA National Design Excellence Award.
SEAN ZAUDKE
Principal / Multistudio
Sean Zaudke is a connector of ideas, people, and places—an architect whose career reflects a commitment to civic impact, studio culture, and the next generation of design leadership. With over 30 years of experience, nearly 25 at Multistudio, Sean has helped shape the firm’s identity while advancing the planning and design of community and cultural institutions across the country. As a principal, Sean brings clarity and empathy to every design stage—from the early spark of a concept to the long-view thinking required for institutional growth. He’s primarily driven by the challenge of helping communities imagine what’s next and creating pathways for others to do the same.
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