Kane and Johnson Architects
is a firm focused on Architectural, Interior, and Environmental
Design. By emphasizing design, we become the
best advocates possible for our Clients.
Our design team’s
strength is their ability to design successful spaces
while keeping functional needs, value (cost-efficiency),
and sustainability principles (green-building) in mind
throughout the design and construction process.
Our design team features the experience, qualifications,
and skills of the following:
David graduated in 1974 from
the University of Minnesota with degrees in Architecture
and Environmental Design. Since becoming President
in 1975, David has expanded the firm to its current
size. His many years of experience on hundreds
of building projects are invaluable in providing
the company with the foundation needed for successful
project design and construction.
Education
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor Environmental Design, 1973
Bachelor of Architecture, 1974
Registration/Certificates
Registered Architect:
Minnesota, 1976
Iowa, 1978
South Dakota, 1988
Colorado, 1984
Wisconsin, 2000
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) Certificate Holder
Certified Interior Designer:
Minnesota, #C00870
Current EPA AHERA Certifications:
Project Designer
Minnesota Certification:
Project Designer (AD2981)
Employment Experience
Kane and Johnson Architects, Inc. (1974-present) Austin (through 1993), Rochester and St. Paul MN
Assumed the Presidency of the firm in 1975
the firm
Oversaw the expansion of the firm,
to offices in Rochester and St. Paul
Built specialty areas of expertise in the
following:
General Architecture: providing services
to corporate, private, public and institutional
clients. Projects include churches,
office buildings, schools, private housing
(multi- and custom single-family), manufacturing,
industrial, health care, etc.
Adaptive Reuse
and Remodeling of Existing Buildings
Maintenance, Repair, Code Compliance
(including ADA), Fire Code, energy audits
and upgrades, masonry repair, window
and roof replacements, restoration of
historical buildings, etc.
Warren W. Kane, Architect (1974-1975) Austin, MN
Served as Intern Architect with responsibilities in Marketing, Project Design, Construction Documents.
Vern Johnson Director, Environmental Divison : (view
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Vern joined David in 1986, heading
up the daily operation of the Environmental Division
Office in St. Paul, as well as managing staff company-wide.
Having received a degree in Industrial Education
from Bemidji State University, Vern has specialized
in asbestos surveys and abatement design since
the early 1980’s. He is a highly respected
professional in this field, recognized for his
talent throughout the Midwest.
Education
Bemidji State University, Bemidji, Minnesota (1968)
B.S. (Cum Laude), Major: Industrial Education, Minor: History
Minnesota Certified Asbestos Building Inspector (AI788)
Courses/Seminars
Lake States Environmental (1998 - 2006)
-AHERA Building Inspector/Management Planner Refresher Course
Lake States Environmental (1996 - 2006)
-AHERA Project Designer Refresher Course
7th Annual Midwest Conference and Symposium on Indoor Air Quality and Mold; Minneapolis, MN (January 2001)
Midwest Environmental Consulting (1999)
-EPA Lead Inspector Refresher Course
University of Illinois - Chicago (1997 - 1999)
EPA Approved Lead Inspector
Employment Experience
Kane and Johnson Architects, Inc., (1989-Present)St. Paul, MN
Director of Environmental Division
Responsible for the day-to-day operation of
the Environmental Division Office in St. Paul,
Construction Documents used in asbestos and
other hazardous materials abatement projects,management
of abatement projects, interfacing with other
consulting/contracting firms, and conducting
field and in-house meetings.
Environet, Inc - DCE, (1987-1989)Minneapolis, MN Vice President of Engineering
Responsible for the design and management of asbestos abatement projects, surveys and management plans. Responsible for cost-based estimating system. Coordinated efforts of operations and estimating departments with Industrial Hygiene personnel. Wrote procedures for asbestos removal techniques. Overall supervision of abatement projects and Federal/State agency notifications.
Affiliations
Environmental Information Association (1992 - 2000).
National Asbestos Council (1989-1991).
Instrument Society of America (1981-1986).
Rules Committee For Minnesota Dept of Health (1994, 1995, 1996)
Jennifer Satory Christoffer Interior Designer : (view
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Jennifer joined the firm in
the spring of 2007, merging her interior design
firm, Satory Interior Design, with Kane and Johnson
following successful teaming efforts. Jennifer
graduated from the University of Arizona in 1992
with a B.S. in interior design. She has a solid
background in commercial and residental interiors
and has established herself as an exceptional designer.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, 1992
University of Arizona
Continuting Education
Barrier Free – Residential Design for Disabilities
Managing Residential Construction Projects
Kitchen Trends
Employment Experience
Kane and Johnson Architects, Inc. (2007-present) Rochester, MN Interior Designer
Responsible for the design and specification of interior materials and finishes for a wide range of building types including commercial, industrial, educational, and residential.
Project Experience:
Knutson Construction Services, Rochester, MN – New Office Building.
Hole in the Wall Casino, Danbury, WI – New Casino/Hotel.
Rochester Community and Technical College, Rochester, MN – Heintz Center Interior Remodel.
Lindsey Scurlock Project Designer/Manager,
Bachelor
of Architecture (view
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With a professional degree in
Architecture from Iowa State University (2004),
Lindsey joined Kane and Johnson Architects in the
fall of 2005. Lindsey is involved in many projects,
from initial interviews through construction. She
is also active in the company’s business
development activities. Her dedication
to Clients and design is evident in all aspects
of her daily activities.
Education
Iowa State University, Ames, IA
Bachelor of Architecture, Professional Degree Program
Graduation: May 2004 (with Distinction)
Rome Study Abroad Program, Spring 2003
Education Honors
National Merit Scholar – Iowa State Scholarship Recipient
Thomas J. Watson Scholarship Recipient (I.B.M.)
Top 2% – College of Design Class
National Collegiate Scholar
Dean’s List
Leadership Opportunities
Iowa State Architectural Organization (ISAO) member
American Institute of Architectural Students (AIAS) member
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer
Mission work, Zambia, Summer 2000
National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
Commercial Building Council – Rochester Area Builders
Greater Rochester Rotary International Service, Chair 2007
Employment Experience
Kane and Johnson Architects, Inc. Rochester, MN (2005-present) Intern Architect
Responsibilities:
Work in conjunction with Principal on Programming, Schematic Design, and Design Development of many projects.
Construction Documents, Shop Drawings.
Code Analysis.
Assist in Business Development Activities.
Project Experience:
Rochester Assembly of God, Rochester MN
St. Mary of the Lake, Lake City MN
St. John’s Catholic Church, Foley MN
Knutson Construction Services, Rochester MN
Civic League Day Nursery, Rochester MN
Grace Baptist Church, Owatonna MN
Schaeffer Academy, Rochester MN
Kasson-Mantorville ISD #204, Kasson MN
Hole in the Wall Casino, Danbury WI
Steele County Historical Society, Owatonna MN
Spray Control Systems, Inc., Blooming Prairie MN
Church of St. John the Evangelist, Rochester MN
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Cannon Falls MN
We would be glad to answer any questions
you might have about a project you have in mind,
or one that is still in the “idea” stage.
Please call our office to speak with one of us directly.
You can find our personal e-mails under Our People.
