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  • UTILIZING EVIDENCE-BASED DESIGN IN ARCHITECTURE

    Architecture has always been a mixture of art and science, considering aesthetics, function, structural and technical integrity. In recent years, when data is increasingly driving decisions, we are utilizing Evidence-Based Design and using credible research to guide design decisions.

  • HOW WE HELP SCHOOL DISTRICTS GET BOND CAMPAIGNS RIGHT

    In over thirty years of partnering with Kansas school districts, we’ve noticed a trend. A successful bond campaign doesn’t happen by chance, but some districts proceed as though they do. Hope is a wonderful thing, but not a successful strategy.

  • HUTTON TRAVELS UP NORTH FOR SOUTH DAKOTA DEALERSHIP

    From coordinating the install of a large crane and other equipment in their service shop, to finishing the project in the middle of a harsh South Dakota Winter, this design-build project was one for the books.

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    Jennifer Szambecki
    Director Of Marketing
    316.670.6261
    jszambecki@huttonbuilds.com

    3.10.23

    WICHITA NONPROFIT MOVES INTO CENTURY-OLD DELANO BUILDING

    A two-story, 100-year-old brick building in Delano, which had most recently been Crawley’s Office Furniture and had once housed a second-floor bowling alley, has a new use as an office for a long-standing nonprofit organization.

    2.15.23

    TAKING CONTROL: IT MAY BE TIME TO UPGRADE YOUR CONTROL BUILDING

    Control buildings in chemical plants, power plants and refineries must be built to withstand catastrophic failure or be situated outside of the process area. This is because of their proximity to the large quantities of hazardous materials being transported, stored and produced in these facilities. These buildings have vital equipment, systems, and personnel that, if breached by an adverse event, could endanger the lives of employees and the surrounding communities.

    2.13.23

    HUTTON’S 2022 ANNUAL REPORT

    The year 2022 for Hutton was a year of unprecedented projects, accomplishments and growth. Our 30th year of business brought with it new faces, capabilities and clients.

    1.26.23

    ANTICIPATING TRENDS IN HEALTHCARE DESIGN

    Design developments follow certain trends influenced by multiple factors. To stay on the cutting edge, architects must do more than passively take note. Hutton’s architects proactively study the industry to anticipate trends and apply forward-thinking practices in healthcare design.

    8.29.22

    ACCURATE SURVEYING POSITIONS PROJECTS FOR SUCCESS

    One of the first Hutton team members on any jobsite is Hutton’s surveying coordinator Warren Bontrager. Warren ensures the architect’s plans fit on the selected site and that electrical, plumbing, and all site utilities will be in the correct place.

    8.10.22

    CULTURE WITH INTENTION: BUILDING A TEAM OF LIFELONG LEARNING

    When people have easy access to professional development, they have the capacity to invest in more than just their jobs, but in their lives, too. The key is making these opportunities applicable and accessible. Learning has to be fun, relevant and engaging for it to stick.

    Drone image of a location with utility lines drawn around a potential build site

    7.5.22

    NEW BUILD? THERE’S A STEP THAT TOO MANY BUSINESS OWNERS MISS

    Picture this: You planned to build a new facility in the Midwest, and there was a lot to consider—budget, design, builder, equipment, employees. After completing what you thought was a thorough plan, you chose your site and hired an architect. But before they could put pen to paper, you found out you hadn’t planned for everything.

    5.31.22

    MIDWEST WEATHER IS NO MATCH FOR TRUSTING PARTNERSHIPS

    Whether or not you heard the news, saw the videos or were in the direct trajectory of the April tornado that ripped through Andover, Kansas just over a month ago, it’s not hard to empathize with the community that came face-to-face with the full force of it.

    5.5.22

    HALE LIBRARY WINS AGC KANSAS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

    Restoring a historic structure that represents the heart of campus is a labor of love. That’s why we’re so excited to share that Hutton’s restoration of Kansas State University’s Hale Library recently won an AGC Award of Excellence.

    4.19.22

    SELF-PERFORM: DOING WHAT’S BEST FOR YOUR PROJECT

    Our approach to work is simple: Always do what’s best for the project and our clients. Sometimes that includes self-performing aspects of a construction project. So, what exactly is self-perform?

    3.14.22

    MAKING DATA-BASED DECISIONS IN A VOLATILE MARKET

    Market volatility, supply shortages, and inflation are themes in the news these days. While “the struggle is real,” it can be managed with a team that navigates uncertainty with knowledge.

    3.11.22

    HUTTON’S 2021 ANNUAL REPORT

    2021 was a big year full of challenges, continued learning, accomplishments, and teamwork.

    11.29.21

    BUILDING CONTROLS SIMPLIFIED

    Building control systems are like thumbprints—no two are the same and each one varies depending on the building elements being managed.

    11.22.21

    REMODELING AN EXISTING SPACE: NO-BRAINER OR HEADACHE?

    A major commercial remodel project can breathe new life into a building and community. It can also present risks and challenges when the remodel falls under the category of “adaptive reuse.”

    7.26.21

    CAPITAL PLANNING HELPS KANSAS HUMANE SOCIETY PRIORITIZE AND GROW

    Do you like puppies and kittens? We do. So when the Kansas Humane Society reached out to Hutton Facility Services for preventive maintenance and capital planning services, we jumped at the chance to help a great cause.

    5.23.21

    PREVENTING WATER INTRUSION SAVES TIME, MONEY AND HEADACHES

    Hutton Facility Services team leader Jimmie Soliz is sound asleep at night anytime it rains. Why? Because he knows that Hutton’s in-house water and air barrier crew builds water-resistant building exteriors.

    5.16.21

    OFFICE SPACE WAS ALREADY CHANGING. 2020 SPED IT UP.

    Planning the “office of the future” is easier than it sounds with the right people on the job! See how we researched and designed our flexible workspace and can help you with yours.

    5.14.21

    HUTTON PULLS $1.1M BUILDING PERMIT FOR WICHITA ENDODONTICS RENOVATION

    Late last year, Wichita Endodontics closed on the purchase of a two-story office building at 12219 E. Central, where the dental office plans to relocate its east-side clinic this summer after a $1.1M renovation.

    4.20.21

    SOLID MARKET DATA DRIVES INFORMED DECISIONS

    The last year has been a real-time test in adaptability. The pandemic quickly impacted every aspect of life and industry. Construction is no exception.

    2.18.21

    HUTTON’S 2020 ANNUAL REPORT

    A look back on the experiences we were most grateful for in 2020.

    2.12.21

    HUTTON SALINA | CALL FOR ARTISTS

    Hutton is requesting qualifications from visual artists to create engaging and brand-relevant artwork within the company’s new Salina office.

    11.18.20

    HUTTON’S NEW MASS TIMBER BUILDING IN DELANO IS PART OFFICE SPACE, PART SHOWCASE

    When Hutton decided to build its new headquarters in the Delano District, it made a conscious decision to make it more than just a place to house its 50 or so Wichita employees.

    11.18.20

    A SIGHT TO SEE AT STIEFEL THEATRE

    A new steel spire was hoisted by crane and installed atop the historic Stiefel Theatre in downtown Salina as hundreds of people watched.

    11.5.20

    OCCK TRANSPORTATION BREAKS GROUND ON EXPANSION

    OCCK celebrates groundbreaking of new addition.

    10.23.20

    UTILIZING BIM AT JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOL

    BIM coordination pays off for the Junction City High School project team.

    10.19.20

    HITTING THE START BUTTON IN DOWNTOWN SALINA

    Hutton celebrated the start of construction of its new office in downtown Salina.

    10.7.20

    K-STATE GRADUATES BUILD NEW JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOL

    From the early planning stages through nearly every part of is progression, Kansas State University graduates are contributing to the new Junction City High School.

    10.7.20

    CAPITOL FEDERAL RELOCATING TO FORMER EAST WICHITA QUIKTRIP

    CapFed plans to break ground on the construction of a new, full-service bank branch.

    10.2.20

    OSBORNE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED

    OCMH named a Top 20 critical access hospital.

    8.31.20

    MCPHERSON HOSPITAL MRI PROJECT BREAKS GROUND

    Monday was an exciting day for the McPherson Center for Health and the McPherson Healthcare Foundation — groundbreaking for a permanent home for an MRI unit.

    6.29.20

    HUTTON HEADQUARTERS | CALL FOR ARTISTS

    Hutton is requesting qualifications from visual artists to create engaging and brand-relevant artwork within the company’s new headquarters.

    4.14.20

    HUTTON & THE OUTREACH PROGRAM CREATE NEW FOOD RESPONSE MODEL

    A partnership to help those in need.

    4.9.20

    TOGETHER WE BUILD

    Hutton remains committed to the safety of our employees, clients and project partners during the COVID-19 outbreak.

    3.16.20

    COSMOSPHERE REMODELS ENTRANCE, OPENS NEW KIDS AREA

    New entrance and exhibit areas completed at the Cosmosphere.

    2.11.20

    DOC HANGAR, UNION STATION BRING HOME AGC AWARDS

    Hutton projects awarded for excellence and honor.

    2.3.20

    MAKING HISTORY COME ALIVE AT THE BOOT HILL MUSEUM

    Expansion is nearing completion at the Boot Hill Museum. The newly built front entrance with ramp access is now open to the public.

    11.19.19

    HUTTON’S DELANO OFFICE BUILDING IS AN INVESTMENT IN ITS WORKFORCE

    Hutton prepares to move its corporate headquarters to the Delano area as the company continues to grow and expand.

    10.9.19

    THINK YOU REMEMBER THE OLD COLEMAN CO. SPACE? COCOA DOLCE HAS A SURPRISE

    Anyone who has ever stepped into the longtime Coleman Co. space at the southwest corner of Second and St. Francis likely would be stunned to see it now.

    6.27.19

    ‘A SPECTACULAR UPGRADE’ AT WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY

    Groundbreaking held for Student-Athlete Success Center at Wichita State University.

    5.1.19

    MEET BOB MILLER, PIVOTAL INFLUENCE IN COMPANY MERGER

    Bob Miller feels that Hutton and Busboom & Rauh share similar values and commitment to the company’s and the community’s continued success.

    4.26.19

    WORK CONTINUES AT KANSAS STATE’S HALE LIBRARY

    As work progresses to restore Hale Library at Kansas State University after a catastrophic fire, library staff took time to interview Hutton’s on-site superintendents.

    4.2.19

    NEW WICHITA STATE STUDENT ATHLETE CENTER MOVES FORWARD

    A $10.4 million contract to build a new Student-Athlete Success Center and renovate parts of Charles Koch Arena at Wichita State University has been awarded to Hutton, a Wichita-based construction firm.

    2.12.19

    SWEET DEAL WILL PUT COCOA DOLCE HEADQUARTERS IN FORMER COLEMAN BUILDING

    Gourmet chocolate maker move its headquarters and production facility into historic Coleman building.

    2.12.19

    MEMBER MINUTE WITH HUTTON

    Hutton CEO Ben Hutton was recently interviewed by the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce.

    1.24.19

    COLLEGE PROJECT FOR HUTTON EMPLOYEE EARNS NATIONAL RECOGNITION

    Tiara Ewy, Hutton field engineer, was one of four students recognized for their senior group project at the Associated General Contractors of America’s 100th Annual National Convention April 1-4 in Denver.

    1.15.19

    HUTTON ACQUIRES SALINA CONSTRUCTION FIRM

    Hutton has acquired Busboom & Rauh, a commercial and industrial construction firm in Salina, Kansas.

    11.13.18

    RESTORED B-29 ‘DOC’ FINDS HOME IN PERMANENT HANGAR

    One of two operational B-29 Superfortress planes left in the world now has a permanent home in Wichita.

    11.11.18

    HALE EMPTY, MOVING TOWARD CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

    An accident caused the roof of Hale Library on Kansas State University’s campus to catch fire. Hutton is working with the university through the recovery effort to remodel the building.

    10.29.18

    ANDOVER SCHOOL DISTRICT BREAKS GROUND ON NEW HIGH SCHOOL

    Andover school district officials broke ground on a new Andover High School, the largest project of a bond issue approved last year.

    8.29.18

    SCOTT COUNTY BEGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL RENOVATIONS

    Following the recently completed sports complex and high school entrance upgrades, Scott County USD 466 began its extensive construction and renovation project at its middle school.