We are deeply saddened by the passing of John Lackens, FAIA. John co-founded our firm, The Architectural Alliance in 1970, alongside Herb Ketcham, FAIA and Bob Bell, AIA, building a legacy that has shaped our firm’s culture, values, and approach to architecture for over five decades. From the very beginning,…

With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of former Alliiance Principal, Tom DeAngelo, FAIA. Tom served as our firm’s president from 1993 to 2009 and retired in 2023. Tom’s passion for design excellence left a lasting impact on our firm and the world of architecture. His design contributions represent a…

Alliiance is committed to designing spaces that ensure accessibility, dignity, and comfort for all. Our latest projects at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) exemplify this commitment. Universal Changing Stations To date, three Alliiance-designed Universal Changing Stations are open at MSP Terminal 1, with one at Concourse G finishing design,…

The Alliiance designed Hennepin County Public Works Facility received the 25 Year Award by AIA Minnesota. This prestigious award celebrates projects that have withstood the test of time through exceptional architecture. Completed in 1998, the Hennepin County Public Works Facility was a groundbreaking project—redefining maintenance facilities as high-performing and environmentally…

The 2024 Travel+Leisure World’s Best Awards surveyed 186,000 readers on their travel experiences—everything from hotels to cruise ships and airports. Survey respondents rated airports based on access, check-in/security, restaurants/bars, shopping, and design. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport claimed the top spot! With many regional airports—known for being more convenient and less…

The Barkley Regional Airport new terminal was awarded a 2024 AIA Minneapolis Merit Award! This honor recognizes projects that embody excellence beyond design, emphasizing public interest and the varied forces that shape a building. Here’s how the terminal excelled across the award’s key criteria: Client The terminal design prioritizes passenger…

We are thrilled to announce the completion of the newly expanded and renovated terminal at Lincoln Airport this May. In response to the anticipated increase in passengers and airlines services, Alliiance planned and designed the $40 million project. The project enhances the passenger experience from curbside arrival to gate departure…

Alliiance, along with local architectural partner, Wolfe Architectural Group (WAG), joined airport representatives and community leaders to celebrate the completion of the first phase of Spokane International Airport’s Concourse C six-gate expansion. This important milestone marks the halfway point of the Concourse C Terminal Renovation and Expansion (TREX) program. Highlights include:…

Construction is officially underway for the Washington County Central Service and License Center. Project team members Amber Egofske, Ernesto Ruiz-Garcia, and Julie MacLeod attended the groundbreaking ceremony. This mass timber structure consolidates community services, including the License and Passport Center; Property Records and Taxpayer Services; Career Force Center with Career…

We are pleased to announce the following promotions to Principal: Brent Greer Brent joined Alliiance for technology support and now oversees the firm’s IT. He took Alliiance from a one-server network to an in-house data center and then ultimately transitioned the firm to a cloud-based network. A true problem solver,…

We are pleased to announce the following promotions to Senior Associate. Stefan Balaz, AIA, LEED AP Stefan is a strong project architect and project manager who brings an even-handled demeanor to his projects. He has been active in creating staff cohesion, consensus, camaraderie, and mentorship while gaining the confidence of…

We are pleased to announce the following promotions to Associate: Savannah Belcher Savannah is critical to the smooth running of Alliiance. She has filled several positions from project assistant at Alliiance’s airport office; general administrative work at the headquarters; to her current role leading accounts payable, employee expense report processing,…