Avec Design+Build

05/22/2026

The month of May is recognized as Historic Preservation Month. We want to highlight one of our most recent design projects that falls in that category: Boone FLEX. Once home to the Boone YMCA that had fallen into disrepair, this building was in need of updating for modern use. We advised the owners on needed changes for code compliance and improved layout as well as updated finishes that would compliment the provenance of this historic building. We love how elements of the old integrate so well with the new so we could preserve the history of this building. We are excited to see it continue to serve the community!

05/19/2026

A big thank you to everyone who came to see us for 515 Day! We enjoyed getting to talk through your projects and make some new connections. Even if you missed out on our special, we'd love to help you with your next project. Check out https://www.avecdesignbuild.com/contact/ for all our contact details.

05/15/2026

Join us today from 4-6pm to take advantage of $5 for 15 minutes with a design expert! Or grab some crayons and coloring pages for your little ones and say hi!

05/14/2026

Come and visit with us at 131 Main Street tomorrow from 4-6pm! Purchase 15 minutes or just pop in and say hi. We'll have crayons and coloring pages out for kids too.

05/05/2026

Join us downtown for some coloring in the family fun zone and stop in 4-6pm to take advantage of $5 for 15 minutes with a Design Expert!

05/04/2026

Do you ever wonder why architects often wear black? The reasons might not be what you think. Read the thoughts of our own Architect Eryn Dietzenbach on why she gravitates toward black and grey in her own closet over on our Substack.
https://avecdesignbuild.substack.com/p/why-do-architects-wear-black

04/22/2026

This unique project affectionately called Maker Space started with an old barn and a big vision. The space has been converted into a main floor working area with the cutest kitchenette ever, custom staircase with storage, fun little powder room, and a long work station wall to be used for various projects.

Behind the general working area there is a full wood shop, where we repurposed wood from the existing barn to create two unique feature walls, as well as two newly powder coated Dutch doors from the old exterior. The main floor features polished concrete floors, an exposed ceiling, and multi-purpose white boards. The upper level has been converted to a quilting room with an amazing long arm quilting machine. The entire space offers our very innovative clients an inspiring space to quilt, build, and create!
Head to our website to see more from this project at https://www.avecdesignbuild.com/portfolio_page/maker-space/ and check out our other unique projects.

04/20/2026

Congrats to our neighbor building on making it 100 years! We are so proud to have been a part of keeping this historic building preserved for many more people to enjoy for years to come! Ames History Museum

We're celebrating the 100th birthday of the Pantorium building this month! The Museum Store features Pantorium stickers, magnets, and coasters - plus many more unique Ames items.

Shop Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm.

04/12/2026

It’s National Pet Day so why not add some cuteness into your feed! Check out the pets our team and some of our clients go home to every day. The ones we love come in all shapes and sizes and so do our projects. Every family looks a little different and that means every home design is unique. From mudroom layouts to special features like built-in dog bowls, pets can influence the homes we create too. We love our pets and getting the chance to design and build special spaces for yours too! Comment below your favorite pet design feature or contact us for help on your next pet-friendly project.

04/01/2026

This month we're celebrating Architecture with AIA Iowa! Follow along to see some of our favorite projects and learn more about what our Architects can do throughout the month of April.

03/23/2026

March 21st was International Colour Day! At Avec Design + Build we love working with color. It plays a pivotal role in the design of every space. Whether it is a soft, muted palette or a vibrant explosion of color, we utilize all kinds of color combinations to transform a room. Colors can be used to convey energy or calm, draw focus, give a visual pause, and even assist in wayfinding.
Here are a few of our favorite projects that incorporate some beautiful color palettes. Check out https://www.avecdesignbuild.com/ourwork/ to see more on these projects and share a few of your favorite uses of color with us below!