890 elm grove rd. suite 106, elm grove, wi 262.720.9702

select projects - healthcare

Client Testimonials

“As an experienced facilities Architect, Andrea brings internal insights into how our team fulfills the larger organization’s needs. When she and her staff are engaged, we know we will receive a drawing set that is detailed and on time. They are responsive to our needs, listen to us and are easy to work with.”

E. J Herr Kathy Balistreri Senior Construction Project Manager Manager of Facilities Interiors and Signage Advocate Aurora Healthcare Advocate Aurora Healthcare

“Andrea was a wonderfully collaborative partner when working with my team on designs for lab spaces, ensuring these areas were aesthetically pleasing and functional; as well as compliant with regulatory health and safety requirements. I could always count on her to involve our EHS team in before any potential issues arose.”

Rebecca Seevers, CIH Director Environmental Health and Safety: Medical College of Wisconsin

“Andrea is absolutely meticulous in her attention to project details. She is always the consummate professional, dealing with faculty, internal staff, and third party professionals. It is a difficult challenge to manage such a wide variety of personalities and professional levels within such a large institution, and Andrea made it look easy. I will hire her again if I have the opportunity, and would work with her on any project knowing it will be a wonderful experience.”

Tye Minckler, MBA, CMA, CEFP VP, Finance and Administration Tarleton State University

“Andrea helped guide us from vision to a design to a final product that included everything we could have hoped for and more. She allowed us the opportunity to provide feedback at all times as she helped us navigate through the process. Her professionalism is evident in everything she does. I would highly recommend her services.”

Jose Franco MD, FACP, AGAF Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics

beyond designimproving quality of life through architecture

allume architects890 elm grove road, suite 106, elm grove, wisconsin262.720.9702

Our Visionimproving quality of life through architecture

Our Missionallume architects is a team of dedicated, positive, and honest professionals who will always work in the best interests of their clients. We strive to improve the quality of life for each individual impacted by our design work. We continue to educate ourselves, and our clients, to offer the best value and highest quality of architectural services. We are forward-thinking problem solvers who strive to work with clients who hold similar philosophies. We stand behind our services and deliver what we promise.

Our Valuesallume’s experienced staff is dedicated to serving clients with honesty and integrity. It is our objective to produce compelling designs, create innovative solutions, and use teamwork and effective communication, to provide the best service possible. Our Milwaukee architectural team is guided by 10 core business values as follows:

1. Sustained Client Relationships we consider our clients an extension of our family and we will always work in their best interests. We want them to feel comfortable approaching us during

and after project completion, no matter what the request, question or concern.

2. Meet Expectations, Keep Promises we will ensure successful project outcomes with clear and timely communication throughout every phase of a project.

3. Deliver the WOW with Our Service we aim to deliver projects and services which surpass our client’s expectations, and we will always set our sights on going the extra mile.

4. Provide Consistent Quality and Value every process, service and approach will be delivered with the highest level of quality and value. This means proposing solutions that make the most sense

for each client’s unique situation, budget and desired outcome.

5. Integrity and Honesty we will work collaboratively with all clients, consultants and vendors as if they were part of our organization. We will be transparent in all actions and strive for

personal and professional integrity in all that we do.

6. Professional and Respectful Actions we will treat clients, consultants and vendors in a thoughtful and professional manner. We will listen and make an effort to understand all viewpoints.

7. Positive Intentions Build the Team we will approach all projects with a positive and helpful mindset, keeping the client’s goals in mind at all times.

8. Embrace and Drive Change we will continue to grow and learn with our clients and colleagues. We approach every solution without preconceived notions or assumptions.

9. Grow and Learn to Better Ourselves and to Serve Our Clients we will continue to educate ourselves to be aware of new or changing building codes, products and materials, processes and services as well as industry

developments to ensure the highest level of project quality.

10. Systems and Processes Solve Challenges we will follow a clear and consistent process during each phase of every project to ensure successful project delivery in any vertical market or building type.

Certified by the City of Milwaukee’s Office of Small Business Development (OSBD) as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE).

andrea nemecek, aiaprincipal and founder

Andrea Nemecek is a 24 year veteran of the Architecture, Project Management, and Construction industry. She is a licensed Architect in the State of Wisconsin and member of the American Institute of Architects. Her goal is to guide her clients through every step of the design and construction process by taking action as a unified professional partner. All processes implemented by allume architects are carried through in a thoughtful manner with the following principles in mind:

•every project and client is unique•exemplary listening practices, clear communication, and follow-through is key •a project is not successful unless the client’s expectations have been surpassed

Andrea’s main focus surrounds designing spaces which improve the quality of the human experience. This concept surrounds the idea that internal and external spaces impact our lives every day. Successful design is integral to improved business revenue, human well-being, and increased productivity. These concepts translate over to many commercial projects such as: Healthcare Facilities, Retail establishments, Business and Corporate offices, Educational Establishments, Manufacturing/Warehouse/Distribution Facilities.

Prior to starting allume architects, Andrea held the position as Staff Architect and Project Manager for the Medical College of Wisconsin where she worked on academic, business office and wet/dry research labs.

Before her time at MCW, she spent 12 years in a private architecture firm designing and managing commercial projects and single family residential homes. In 1996 she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture and Certificate in Urban Planning from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. As part of her education she also spent time studying abroad throughout Europe.

Andrea has significant experience in all phases of the design and construction process from pre-planning services such as site selection and code review, through closing documentation requirements and occupancy. Her wet lab and educational work has been showcased in a four part series on JS Online, and was selected to be presented at the Association of American Medical Colleges National Convention in November 2013.

She served as the Chairperson position for the City of Waukesha Landmark’s Commission. Andrea is a lifelong Wisconsin resident where she is currently restoring a farmhouse and barn with her husband and two sons.

Andrea has a passion for volunteering and donating to multiple organizations in our communities. She is working hard to grow the business, but always finds a way to give back. Through the firm, she has donated to several local charities and intends to employee professionals who appreciate the sense of community and what it means to give back to society. Some of the organizations supported by allume architects either financially or through a gift of time include:

• Montessori School of Waukesha. Board member & architectural services• Safe Babies Healthy Families. (now part of EasterSeals)• Impact 100 Greater Milwaukee• Neu-Life Community Development Farm Fork Program• Ed Flaherty Memorial Charity Drive• City of Waukesha Landmarks Commission. Held Architect, Chairperson and Vice Chairperson positions.• Salvation Army toy drives• Gathering of Warbirds (Commemorative Air Force Wisconsin Wing)• UWM B2B Marketing Class - Participant Company• Carroll University - Alzheimer’s Longest Day• Aurora Health Care Tradition of Giving• Junior Achievement• Mount Mary University

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUNDBachelor of Science in ArchitectureCertificate - Urban PlanningUniversity of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

École Spéciale d’Architecture in Paris, France

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTMember - American Institute of ArchitectsMember and Former Chair - Waukesha Landmarks CommissionPast Board Member - Montessori School of Waukesha

nick migan, aia, ncarb, leed gasenior architect/project manager

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Architecture University of Detroit, Detroit, MI

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTMember - American Institute of ArchitectsNational Park Service - CFR Part 61 CertificateCo-Founder - Urban CollaborativeMKE Builds

As a Senior Architectural Designer and Project Manager, Nick’s role is to oversee all aspects of the projects that he leads. Responsibilities include on-going client relationship management, initial project programming through construction administration to occupancy as well as post-occupancy follow-up. Nick works closely with our team and all stakeholders on our projects to assure that our clients’ needs are met and exceeded.

Nick’s 29 year career has been wonderfully diverse. Through various firms he has earned the opportunity to work on a wide range of building types throughout the Midwest and across the country. He has extensive experience in client relations, programming, team coordination, contract documents and construction administration. His experience includes corporate, health care, historic and adaptive re-use projects as well as residential, theatre, and retail buildings.

As an Architectural Designer II, Amber’s role is to work on the day-to-day tasks involved in project production. These tasks vary from field measurement and verification, documenting of existing conditions in CAD applications, code review, preparation of construction documents, selection of and preparation of finish schedules and project presentation material. Working under the direction of Andrea Nemecek, she works closely with the construction management team to verify that design intent is clear and understood, and that any requests for clarification are addressed in a prompt and thorough manner. Amber has been with Allume Architects since 2016 and is a key member of the project team, communicating on a daily basis with the Senior Project Manager, and Principal-In-Charge. Prior to joining Allume, she was employed with other firms within the architectural and construction industry. She strives for excellence in all areas of her responsibility. . She is currently working on taking her ARE exams to become a licensed Architect.

Amber is proficient in the following, relevant applications:

• AutoCAD • Physical Model Making • Microsoft Office Suite • SketchUP • Adobe Creative Suite• Revit• Presentation Layouts

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Design in ArchitectureUniversity of Minnesota, Minneapolis Graduated August 2011 – GPA: 3.45 Dean’s List

Associate of Science Degree in Architectural TechnologyMATC, Milwaukee Graduated May 2017 – GPA: 3.9 Dean’s List

amber egofskearchitectural designer II

Kaitlyn is a member of the interior design team and will work closely with Andrea in the selection and design of the various material finishes involved in the project.

She is a graduate of the Mount Mary University Interior Design program where she graduated with a final GPA of 3.91, Summa Cum Laude. Kaitlyn has a strong passion for design and construction having grown up in a family of builders.

Prior to joining Allume, Kaitlyn worked as a design assistant in a home remodeling design/build business which focused primarily on high end kitchen and bathroom build-outs and remodeling. In her role at Allume she worked closely with her Project Manger in the following capacities:

• Furniture specifications and selections• Participates in client/designer meetings • Cabinetry, hardware, flooring, lighting, paint, wall coverings, fabric and counter top

selections • Responsible for keeping resource library materials current and organized • Completed renderings and floor plans in REVIT, and SketchUp• Construction Document production

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design Mount Mary University, Wauwatosa, WI Graduated 2017 Summa Cum Laude - GPA: 3.91

kaitlyn lamere interior designer I

Melinda Poull, ASID, WRID,

Interior Designer

William Feldman, RA, LEED AP BD+C

Architectural Designer

Matthew Kerr, IIDA, ASAI

Illustrator

In addition to our core staff, we have additional team members that we can call upon as the need arises. They are all highly qualified individuals, in their own specialties. They include:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Bachelor of Fine Arts, Industrial Design Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design

CERTIFICATIONSASIDWRIDLEED Green Associate

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUNDBachelor of Arts - Interior DesignMount Mary University

CERTIFICATIONSRegistered Architect, WILEED AP

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Bachelor of Arts, Interior Architecture University of WI - Stevens Point

Masters of Fine Arts, Cardinal Stritch University

sixteenth street community health centersclinic renovation

Project DescriptionAs part of the design/build team, we worked with the client to transform an 11,000SF former pain management clinic, with an unusual and ineffective room plan, into a Medical Clinic and AODA treatment center. The new floor plan is more efficient and streamlined for both patient and staff flow.

Project Highlights•complete demolition and replacement of all interior walls

•complete replacement of all interior finishes, fixtures and equipment.

aurora sinai medical centerpatient unit finish upgrades

Project DescriptionInterior renovation of a patient care unit focused on interior finish upgrades. One outcome from this project was to replace lighting, flooring, window treatments, tile, entire bathroon remodel including plumbing fixtures, bathroom accessories, and counters and cabinetry while creating documents to be used as a building standard for future projects. The work was delivered as a design/build project with a pre-selected construction manager.

as designed

aurora sinai medical centerthird floor day treatment finish upgrades

Project Description

In this project, we examined multiple options for upgrades to the finishes of the 23 hour stay patient rooms. Upgrades included: headwalls, cabinetry, nursing work stations, and wall, floor and ceiling finishes.

This project included DHS and local municipal approvals.

existing roomrendering of final design

Project Description:

Remove and replace an existing Linear Accelerator with a new Varian machine. The project included new control area, casework and upgrad-ing finishes in the LINAC room to enhance the patient experience. The ceiling was raised, lighting and flooring was also updated. Allume assisted with coordinating all sub-contractors and Varian. New con-duit routes needed to be cut into the floor to accommodate changes in the equipment configuration. The project was delivered as a design/build model.

aurora sinai medical centerlinear accelerator replacement project

Project Description:

Remove and replace an existing MR machine with a new GC machine. The project included casework alterations and finish upgrades. A portion of the existing wall needed to be removed to extract the old machine and move the new one in. Structural modifications were made to a door opening to accommodate moving the units in and out of the building.

aurora manitowoc hospital mri replacement

during installation

Project Description:

Allume was engaged to design a new second floor CT suite in an existing hospital. The suite includes a control area and a future exam room. Structural modifications and engineering was required. The project included coordinating routing of MEP’s and a path to get the new unit into the second floor space. Allume assisted with all interior finishes and DHS plan approval as well.

aurora sinai medical centerSPECT CT suite

Injection Room

Control Room

Nuclear/CT Exam Room

Future Nuclear/CT Exam Room

new nuclear ct exam room

under construction

medical college of wisconsin - STAR center8701 watertown plank road, milwaukee, wisconsin

Project DescriptionUpdated patient simulation and procedure rooms with reconfiguration of circulation paths, enlargement of one-way observation glazing panels, reconfigured rooms with moveable dividers for maximum flexibility, cabinetry and flooring upgrades, as well as improved lighting and updated technology.

Project Highlights•patient waiting spaces

•patient changing spaces

•observation rooms

•hospitality kitchen

•simulator patient rooms

•skills practice areas

medical college of wisconsin - form and function lab8701 watertown plank road, milwaukee, wisconsin

Project DescriptionAs part of the Discovery Curriculum Implementation, about 12,000 square feet of wet lab spaces were redesigned to be used for the Human Anatomy course, Neuroscience / Microbiology / Pathology, continuing education courses, and various smaller lab classroom and lecture needs.

Project Highlights•completely renovated area to include space for 42 cadaver stations•redesigned air flow to accommodate use•designed a radiology reading lab and classroom•storage space for specimens and equipment including custom cabinets •designed custom, portable storage for student equipment•provided instructor surgical viewing station with updated technology , provided cameras and monitors for sharing information

medical college of wisconsin - discovery classroom8701 watertown plank road, milwaukee, wisconsin

Project DescriptionMore than 5,900 square feet of existing bound journal library space converted into an Active Learning Classroom for up to 240 occupants.

Project Highlights•site line studies conducted to accommodate classroom space around 10 existing columns within the space•provided 42 monitors, updated technology, instructor station and ability to move technology throughout the space while teaching.•provided push to talk microphones at each table of (8) and technology for anonymous answer selection by each student•2 ½” high false floor to house more than 65 data and electrical boxes•flexible, mobile furniture provided for maximum space utilization

translational and biomedical research center fit-out8701 watertown plank road, milwaukee, wisconsin

Project DescriptionThis project involved bringing multiple stakeholders with varying interests and needs together to build-out an existing shell space of approximately 30,000 square feet. The scope included two separate floors with two interstitial mechanical spaces.

Project Highlights•specialized wet labs and support spaces for Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Free Radical Research, Redox Biology, Mass Spectrometry, Neuroscience•custom HVAC and gasses for varying spaces. •designed specialized rooms for bio safety cabinets, fume hoods, light rooms and storage, testing and procedure labs •office areas•main lab areas to encourage collaboration between disciplines

medical college of wisconsin - learning and skills classrooms8701 watertown plank road, milwaukee, wisconsin

before - skills practice classroom

before - large group classroom

Project DescriptionExisting 10,000 square feet of space redesigned to accommodate various learning and skill classroom spaces including wet and dry labs, small group discussion areas, large classroom teaching and testing spaces, skills practice space and student study areas.

Project Highlights•chemical resistant flip-top tables

•new rubber flooring

•floor to ceiling movable white board walls

•movable equipment and furniture to optimize space flexibility

•technological and electrical upgrades

after - small group classroom

after - skills practice classroom after - large group classroom

momentum movement clinic3235 intertech drive, suite 100, brookfield, wisconsin

Project DescriptionIn 2014-2015 Momentum Movement Clinic (formerly Wisconsin Wellness Clinic) expanded and moved their practice to a new location in Brookfield. Allume Architects assisted with the tenant build-out for their space including plan approvals and permitting.

Project Highlights•multiple physical training and therapy spaces•yoga room•stretching room•new offices •reception area•sustainable products for responsible, eco-friendly, healthful design

carroll university - prairie building304 w college avenue, waukesha

Project DescriptionBuild-out of vacant shelled space into a collegiate gym space.

Project Highlights•create an updated gym experience with cardio, strength and conditioning amenities and equipment

floor plan

other significant projects*denotes projects completed during previous employment

CLINICAL

Aurora St. Luke’s Campus: •Renovation of Skywalk Offices •Chapel Remodel into offices •Hub OfficesAurora Sinai Campus: • GI Suite Planning and Remodel •Patient Room Finish •Fourth Floor Patient Room Upgrades •Third Floor Day Surgery Patient room •Clinical Engineering Suite Planning •ENT & Weight Management Suite •Hot Lab & Bone Density Suite •New SPECT-CT Lab and Install •Urology Suite •POB 4th and 5th Floor Toilet Room Upgrades •4 Center Patient Room Upgrades Phases 1, 2, & 3Aurora West Allis Women’s Pavilion: •Security UpgradesAurora Summit: • Procedure Room •Community Engagement CenterAurora Hartford Hospital OR Storage SpaceAurora 20th St. Clinic RemodelAurora Rawson Audiology Clinic RelocationAurora Urgent Care Maintenance Project

Sixteenth Street Clinic: •Renovation of Former Pain Management Clinic •Medical Clinic Day Treatment Center •AODA Treatment Center •Behavioral HealthAllesee Orthodontic Appliances*Burlington Orthopedic Clinic* (Aurora Hospital)Family Vision* (Burlington, Oak Creek)Geneva Family Dentistry*Kokodynski Orthodontic Office*Momentum Clinic (Brookfield)Multi-Purpose Clinic and Classroom Spaces* (Medical College of Wisconsin)Simulation and Skills Center* (Medical College of Wisconsin)Translational and Biomedical Research Center* (Medical College of Wisconsin)Wet and Dry Labs* (Medical College of Wisconsin)

PROFESSIONAL OFFICES

Executive Leadership Suites* (Medical College of Wisconsin)Habush Habush & Rottier SC Executive Office Suite* (Lake Geneva)Hospitality and Conference Spaces (multiple clients)Office Suites for Medical Groups* (multiple clients)