Rachael Spires
AIA, CSI, LEED® AP
Specifications Writer
Joined BWBR in 2016
Rachael Spires is a licensed architect and works as a code and specifications resource to projects across the Midwest. She has an excellent understanding of the International and Minnesota Building Codes, especially as they relate to accessibility and the nuance between requirements for existing and new construction. Rachael is a member of the International Code Council.
“Life is about saying ‘yes’ to new experiences. To practice this philosophy, there are some years when I try one new activity each week for the entire year. Meeting and marrying my husband, visiting new and historic architecture while traveling to conferences, and accepting the AIA St. Paul President-elect position have all been possible because I was brave enough to say ‘yes.’ It’s wonderful how one simple word can change everything.”
Projects
University of MinnesotaAthletes VillageCotter Schools
Classroom Building Renovation and Residence HallHealthPartners, Inc.
Corporate Headquarters New Parking GarageMedical Device Manufacturer
Dry Room Addition and RenovationUniversity of Nebraska at Kearney
Fraternity and Sorority Life HousingUniversity of Minnesota
Gopher Wrestling Training FacilityMinneapolis Community & Technical College
Hennepin Skyway RenovationCity of Waukesha
New City HallUniversity of St. Thomas
New Schoenecker Center for STEAM EducationThe Family Partnership
New Social Services Headquarters RelocationNorth Dakota State University
Sugihara HallLeague of Minnesota Cities
Office RemodelHennepin Healthcare
Redleaf Center for Family Healing Remodel and AdditionAvera Missouri River Health Center
Replacement Critical Access Hospital and Clinic CampusUniversity of Minnesota
Shepherd Laboratories, College of Science and Engineering Gemini-Huntley Robotics Research LaboratoryShoreview Community Center
Shoreview Community Center Addition and RemodelingUniversity of Minnesota
Biological Sciences Center, Third and Fourth Floors RenovationsSoutheast Community College
Sandhills Global Technology Center for STEM EducationJefferson Community Health & Life
Clinic and Office Addition & RemodelUniversity of St. Thomas
Morrison Family College of Health and Nursing Simulation
Previous to BWBR:
Hunt Electric, Inc., Hunt Electric Headquarters
Clark Engineering Corp., Clark Engineering Headquarters
Jordan and Jamie Leopold, Leopold’s Mississippi Gardens
City of Ramsey, Ramsey Municipal Ramp Addition