Projects - Horizon Architecture

The Roman architect Vitruvius stated that design must satisfy three criteria: Firmity Firmity , Commodity , and Delight Delight . At Horizon, we use these as pillars for all of our projects.

The Roman architect Vitruvius stated that design must satisfy three criteria: Firmity Firmity , Commodity , and Delight Delight . At Horizon, we use these as pillars for all of our projects.

Project Types

Capability Matrices

3D Printed Homes

We are excited to collaborate with the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine bringing to fruition an innovative project – a 3D printed concrete home.

403 W. Mississippi

Situated along the Mississippi River, directly across from Riverside Park in Muscatine, Iowa.

Accura Healthcare Newton Iowa

This project was a major remodel and renovation of an existing Newton, Iowa assisted living facility to expand the memory care offerings of the building.

Bespoke High Performance Home

Located in Muscatine, Iowa this project is a high performance fully custom home.

Historic Preservation

Bloomfield Facades

The city of Bloomfield, Iowa boasts an inviting downtown area brimming with a unique historic charm.

Commercial and Residential Mixed Use Renovation

Located in Downtown Muscatine, Iowa, this project started with a vacant commercial building originally constructed in the late 19th century.

Contemporary Barn Residence

This project is the first phase of an ambitious to turn a rural plot of agricultural land in southern Johnson County into a live-work space for the young family.

Contemporary Multi Generation Eco Friendly Home

This home is nestled in the woods in Muscatine County on a hilly parcel.

Historic Preservation

Davis County Courthouse Accessible Entry Addition

The Davis County Courthouse, constructed in 1877, holds a special place in history.

Ditch Witch of Davenport

This new construction project provides a new dealership location for Ditch Witch in Davenport, Iowa.

Great Room Renovation

Expansion of the great room, capitalizing on the cathedral ceiling with floor-to-ceiling windows.

Home Addition

This home transformation revolves around the addition of a versatile multi-purpose room with a full basement, strategically designed to connect with the captivating backyard through abundant windows.

Horizon Architecture Office and Follies

My father once told me that you’ll never be done building your home and, in my experience, that couldn’t be closer to the truth.

ICF Passive House

This certified Passive House uses ICFs (insulated concrete forms) to fuse innovative construction and elegant design, merging sustainability, comfort, and spaciousness.

Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Projects

We have provided design and contract administration for a multitude of projects throughout eastern Iowa.

Iowa State Historical Society Research Center – Centennial Building

General maintenance and repair project to address masonry restoration and entry accessibility concerns.

Historic Preservation

Jefferson County Courthouse Exterior Improvements

The Jefferson County Courthouse, constructed between 1890 and 1893, holds a place of honor on the National Register of Historic Places.

Keokuk City Hall Renovation and Relocation

Previously occupied by Connections Bank, the new City Hall consists of the original historic structure and a modern two story addition.

Lakeside Passive House

Nestled in the serene landscape of Moravia, Iowa, a emerges a new lakeside passive house.

Higher Education

Mediapolis Community School District Stadium Support Facility

New construction facility to house a concession stand, booster activity, restrooms, ticket window and primary entrance for the Mediapolis High School track and field.

Historic Preservation

Monroe County Courthouse Exterior Restoration

Cleaning, repointing, patching, consolidation and selective replacement of exterior stonework.

Historic Preservation

Muscatine County Community Services Exterior Glazing Replacement

This project involved the total removal and replacement of exterior doors and windows on the building.

Muscatine County General Services Maintenance Building

As part of the Facilities Master Plan, the new building provides a new home for the General Services Maintenance group.

Muscatine County Outreach and Extension Headquarters Renovation and Relocation

This project involved the complete gutting and renovation of 5,000 s.f. multi-tenant commercial building to house the new headquarters for the Extension.

Muscatine Historic Sheriff’s Quarters and Jail Structural Stabilization

The Muscatine County Historic Jail had been serving as storage and housing for the General Services Maintenance group and the county's campus geothermal equipment.

New Passive House in Central Iowa

This bespoke home is designed as a Passive House as certified by the Passive House Institute of the United States. Passive House attains the highest level of residential energy efficiency, interior comfort and environmental quality.

New Sustainable Home in Manville Heights

Nestled in Iowa City's charming Manville Heights neighborhood, this new home marries longevity, adaptability, and timeless design.

Passive House with Ralston Eco Homes

A thoughtfully designed spec home proving that high-performance living can be accessible to everyone.

PAW’s Animal Shelter

We had the pleasure of designing a new animal shelter and adoption center in Fort Madison, Iowa.

Plum Grove Roof Replacement

This project was initiated with an in-depth survey and investigation to the cause of a variety of symptoms throughout the building.

Ralston Eco Homes

Working in conjunction with developer Ralston Eco Homes, we provided plan review and consulting to help ensure compliance with Net Zero Ready guidelines.

RBW Memory Care Residential Care Facility

This project is for a 6 bedroom residential care facility to house skilled care for patients with memory ailments including dementia and alzheimers.

Splash and Dash Car Wash

This project was a new masonry construction, precast deck with wood frame accent roof in Muscatine, Iowa.

Tiny House Competition 2022

Volume Zero Architecture Competition put out a call for submission for a home a maximum size of 300 sq ft and focused on mobility of the structure to be easily towed by car or truck.

Toolesboro Mounds Visitor Center Siding Replacement

The Toolesboro Mounds hold significant historical importance and are located in Louisa County, Iowa

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