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Kelsey Rowe, PE, CLD

Partner, Director of Engineering,

“Every project is a new challenge and a new problem to solve, with really unique parameters. Because the parameters are the users—the people!”

Kelsey Rowe is a leader in Design Collaborative’s Education Studio. DC’s in-house and in-studio engineering team allows the firm to provide cohesive solutions and a seamless experience. Rowe is energized by DC’s commitment to innovation—but recognizes and appreciates that it all starts with people.

The firm’s think tank-style, people-first approach allows Rowe to show off her interpersonal skills and creative and artistic side—while still being math and science-based. Kelsey keeps a watchful eye on trends in education, especially trends surrounding the technology that supports each aspect of learning—with a particular focus on instructors and students. As Director of Engineering, she is helping guide the future of Design Collaborative. And the future is bright.

Areas of Expertise
Memberships
  • Building Contractors Association (BCA)
  • Advertising Federation Fort Wayne
  • Building Contractors Association Young Professionals Forum (YPF)
  • Weather the Fort
  • Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana (YLNI)
  • Girl Scouts of Northeast Indiana and Michigan
Honors
  • 2023, AIA Indiana Healthcare Design Award - Honor Award in the Adaptive/ Reuse/ Renovation/ Interior Architecture
  • 2021, Urban Land Institute Americas – Awards for Excellence, Riverfront Development
  • 2021, Building Contractors Association – New Construction Under $6M, New Covenant Impact Center
  • 2021, American Buildings – Building of the Year & Gold Award, Junior Achievement Headquarters
  • 2020, American Buildings – Excellence in Design Special Projects, Junior Achievement Headquarters
  • 2020, American Engineering Council – American Engineering Council Award, Riverfront Development
  • 2020, Fast Company – Innovation Design, Riverfront Development
  • 2020, ASLA Central States – Award of Excellence, Riverfront Development
  • 2020, INASLA – Excellence Award, Riverfront Development
  • 2020, ASLA IL – Merit Award, Riverfront Development
  • 2020, ASLA STL – Merit Award, Riverfront Development
  • 2019, Building Contractors Association – Best New Construction Over $6M, Skyline Terrace
  • 2019, AIA Indiana – Citation Award, Aptera Office Fit-Out
  • 2019, Building Contractors Association – Excellence in Construction Award, Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership 9th Floor
  • 2018, Architectural Digest – Most Beautifully Designed Bar in Indiana, Hoppy Gnome
  • 2018, AIA Dayton – Newly Completed Buildings and/or Additions, Alter High School
  • 2018, Building Contractors Association – Renovation Over $2M, Parkview Education Center
  • 2016, Building Contractors Association – Best New Construction Under $14M, Turnstone Building Expansion
  • 2016, Michiana Area Construction Industry Advancement Fund – Excellence in Construction Award, Indiana University South Bend Northside Hall Facilities Condition Assessment
  • 2015, Building Contractors Association – Best New Construction Under $6M, Dekalb County YMCA
  • 2013, Building Contractors Association – Best New Construction Over $4M, Manchester College School of Pharmacy
  • 2013, Building Contractors Association – Excellence in Construction Award, Pioneer Federal Credit Union
Registrations
  • Registered Engineer: Indiana
  • Certified Lighting Designer (CLD)
Publications
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