Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in Des Moines
Founded in 1975, Concepts In Design Inc. has established itself as a multi-disciplinary architectural firm dedicated to delivering high-quality design solutions. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and industrial projects, with comprehensive services including building design, interior design, landscape architecture, and custom furniture design. We prioritize client collaboration, utilizing value engineering to align projects with budgetary goals while maintaining creative integrity.Recognized for 150+ projects featured in 28 publications, our team combines decades of hands-on experience with a commitment to innovation. Principal Bruce Pierce, a judge for national design contests, leads a team that emphasizes transparency, technical precision, and personalized service. Our approach ensures total project control from concept to completion, serving clients in Des Moines and surrounding areas with award-winning expertise.
Services
Custom Homes
Commercial Projects
Renovations
Landscape Design
Interior Design
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have 45+ years of architectural experience since 1975
- Our multi-disciplinary approach covers full project lifecycle
- Value engineering expertise ensures budget-conscious solutions
- Award-winning portfolio featured in 28 national publications
- Principal-led projects with hands-on industry expertise
What people say
Award-winning designs
Excellent budget guidance
Professional execution
Creative solutions
Personalized service
Services
Custom Homes
We create bespoke residential spaces tailored to individual client needs and preferences. Our process combines creative vision with technical precision to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing homes that reflect personal lifestyles. From initial concept to final walkthrough, our team ensures quality execution of every detail.
Commercial Projects
Our commercial design services address both aesthetic and practical requirements for business spaces. We develop solutions that enhance operational efficiency while maintaining brand identity, with expertise in office spaces, retail environments, and industrial facilities across central Iowa.
Renovations
We specialize in transforming existing structures through thoughtful renovation solutions. Our team balances preservation with modernization, optimizing space functionality while maintaining architectural integrity for both residential and commercial clients.
Landscape Design
Our landscape architecture services create cohesive outdoor environments that complement building designs. With two dedicated landscape architects, we develop functional, seasonally dynamic spaces that enhance property value and usability.
Interior Design
We design interior environments that optimize both form and function. Our approach considers spatial flow, material selection, and lighting to create spaces that meet practical needs while expressing client personality and style.
People
Bruce Pierce
Principal Architect
With 45+ years in architectural design, Bruce founded Concepts In Design in 1975. He has led 150+ projects featured in national publications and served as judge for Better Homes and Gardens design contests.
Santiago
Design Team
Santiago brings extensive experience in architectural design and project execution, contributing to the firm's award-winning portfolio through innovative solutions and technical expertise.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural design including custom homes, commercial buildings, renovations, landscape architecture, and interior design solutions.
Do you work on both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we serve both residential and commercial clients with expertise in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects.
How long have you been in business?
We've been serving Iowa clients since 1975, providing architectural solutions for over four decades.
Can you help with budget planning?
Our value engineering process helps clients achieve design goals while maintaining budget control throughout the project lifecycle.
Do you handle project coordination?
We provide comprehensive project management, coordinating with contractors and overseeing all phases from concept to completion.
Are you Houzz award winners?
Yes, we received the Best of Houzz Service Award in 2014 and 2017 for exceptional client service and design excellence.
