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Fairground Architect Fairground Planner Expo Building Architect Fairground Master Planning
January 16, 2026
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Evergreen State Fair Master Plan

K/O Fairground Planners completed a $42 Million, 13-month Master Plan study for the 300-acre Evergreen State Fairgrounds in 2016.  The planning included infrastructure review of 55 buildings, market review, a financial analysis and fairground design and layout recommendations.  The annual 12-Day Evergreen State Fair takes...

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Fairground Architect and Fairground Master Planning
December 16, 2025
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Eddy County Fairgrounds Master Planning

K/O Fairground Planners is currently conducting a Master Plan and Livestock Building design for the Eddy County Fairgrounds located in New Mexico. The Eddy County Fairgrounds sits on approximately 45-acres of which only about 25 they control. This makes for a challenging operation when you...

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Fairground Masterplanner
November 16, 2025
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Boulder County Fairgrounds Master Plan

K/O is part of a larger project team, which that is currently conducting a Master Plan for the Boulder County Fairgrounds in Colorado. The Boulder County Fairgrounds is home of the Boulder County Fair as well as other year-round activities. The study effort includes stakeholder...

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October 1, 2025
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The Role of Fairground Master Planning in Successful Event Spaces

When planning fairgrounds that will host thousands of visitors, countless vendors, and a variety of events, every detail counts. At K/O Architects, we understand that successful fairground design goes beyond aesthetics—it's about creating a space that functions seamlessly and can evolve with changing needs. Our...

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August 1, 2025
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The DEX – Caldwell, South Dakota

The building, spanning 45,000 square feet, offers a variety of facilities. Notable among them is a 30,000 square-foot expo hall equipped with air conditioning, along with both indoor and outdoor meeting spaces. Additionally, the premises now house the latest administrative offices for the Fair. These...

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February 8, 2025
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North Idaho State Fair Master Planning

K/O Fairground Planners, completed a Master Plan for the North Idaho State Fair. The North Idaho State Fair annually takes place at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds in Coeur d’Alene, ID. The Fairgrounds offers approximately 81-acres and includes buildings such as the Jacklin Event Building, Stampede...

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March 7, 2023
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South Carolina State Fair Master Plan

K/O Fairground Planners started an operational review and Fairgrounds master plan study for the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. After pausing several times and halting for Covid – fast forward and the project continues. The final project budget has landed at $68 Million for the 90-acre...

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Why Is Branding Important in Architectural Design?
January 31, 2023
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Why Is Branding Important in Architectural Design?

When you think of branding, you might think of hiring a marketing professional. However, if you’re building a facility or remodeling it, you want to engage your architect to help define the look and feel of the space. Your brand needs to translate throughout the...

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August 10, 2022
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7 Reasons for Architects to Preserve Historic Buildings

K/O Architects has a rich history, one that stretches back hundreds of years. Even though we're in Des Moines - through that time, we have had a hand in creating many great structures throughout Iowa and around the Country. This accomplished past has made us...

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November 10, 2010
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Spencer Chapel – William Penn University

[caption id="attachment_383" align="alignnone" width="600"] K/O Condition Survey of Spencer Chapel - William Penn University[/caption] From the Report by K/O "The chapel is structurally in good condition; with some exterior masonry and most if not all of the exterior wood trim in need of a complete restoration. Given...

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West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

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