Schmidt Associates

A Grand Reopening for the Ages! After a 17-month, $60.5 million renovation, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum reopens today—marking its first major transformation in over 40 years. We’re proud to have served as the architecture partner—collaborating with Shiel Sexton and JRA Architecture—to help bring this immersive, reimagined space to life. Visitors can now experience: ✨ 40,000 square feet of new exhibit space 🏎️ Seven permanent and three rotating galleries 🎮 Interactive simulators, a pit stop challenge, and the Starting Line Experience 🧠 A new STEAM-focused classroom for K–12 students ♿ Enhanced accessibility features, including sensory-friendly design This iconic museum continues to celebrate the legacy of the Indianapolis 500 while offering interactive, engaging experiences for visitors of all ages. It’s now a destination where history, innovation, and design come together in bold new ways. 🔗 Read more in Forbes: https://lnkd.in/gPB-RMrA It’s been a privilege to help reimagine this cornerstone of Indiana culture and motorsports history. #WeAreSchmidt #IMSMuseum #Indy500 #GrandOpening #CommunityDesign INDYCAR Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Congratulations to Franklin Community Schools Corporation on breaking ground for the new Franklin Cub Academy—a purpose-built preschool that will give 300 of Franklin’s youngest students a strong start to their educational journey. Designed to bring all preschool classrooms under one roof, the 41,820-square-foot facility will offer shared resources, greater consistency, and spaces tailored to early learners’ needs. Highlights include: ▪️ Two wings for developmental and community preschoolers ▪️ Great room for dining and gatherings ▪️ Inclusive playground with sensory-rich features ▪️ Kindergarten transition room for school readiness ▪️ Thoughtful touches like acoustical panels and shaded outdoor spaces As the architectural and engineering design partner, we’re proud to help bring this vision to life. Completion is slated for July 2026. We’re honored to support Franklin Community School Corporation on this exciting milestone. #WeAreSchmidt #PreschoolDesign #EarlyEducation #Groundbreaking #CommunityFirst #BetterInsight #ServantLeadership

What if sustainability meant giving back more than we take? In partnership with the Louisville Nature Center, Schmidt Associates is reimagining what it means to build in harmony with nature—pursuing the Living Building Challenge, one of the toughest sustainability certifications out there, to set a bold new standard for design, accessibility, and community connection. This reimagined urban oasis will include: ✅ A tree canopy walk that brings visitors closer to nature ✅ A net-positive energy visitor center that generates more power than it consumes ✅ Thoughtfully designed, environmentally responsible spaces for education and exploration This project is about more than just design—it’s about reshaping how we connect with the natural world for generations to come. 🌱 See how we’re redefining sustainability: https://lnkd.in/g4DVzZBp #Sustainability #CommunityDesign #LivingBuildingChallenge #WeAreSchmidt

Congratulations are in order for Beth Etting! Our senior marketing coordinator has officially earned her Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) certification through the SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services—a nationally recognized credential for excellence in AEC marketing and business development. “The CPSM gives me a stronger foundation to make informed, strategic decisions and lead with confidence,” she said. “It’s a meaningful milestone that validates the work I’ve put into professional growth.” With nearly 25 years in the industry—and a long-standing passion for telling the stories behind the work we do—we are privileged to have Beth Ann’s insight, talent, and energy at Schmidt Associates. Help us congratulate Beth Ann on this well-earned achievement! #WeAreSchmidt #CPSM #AECMarketing #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth

Meet Stephanie Gates—nature enthusiast, landscape architect, and advocate for spaces that connect people to the outdoors. 🌿 Her passion for landscape architecture is rooted in curiosity, creativity, and a deep respect for the environment. Hear her passion, then dive deeper into what inspires her work: https://lnkd.in/gDE6Pxpq #WeAreSchmidt #WLAM2025 #LandscapeArchitectureMonth

For 30 years, ISI has shaped global citizens—and a campus to match🌎📚 Since 1994, the International School of Indiana (ISI) has equipped students with the skills, languages, and perspectives to thrive in a connected, multicultural world. We’re honored to have partnered with ISI over the years—from early planning to the award-winning Chen Family Lower School—supporting their vision for a unified, world-class campus. As ISI celebrates this milestone, we’re looking back at how design helped shape a future-ready school. 👉 Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gtP2_Wke #WeAreSchmidt #ISI #K12Design #GlobalEducation #IDEAAward #EducationalDesign

Craig Adams and Andrew Eckrich enjoyed connecting with future designers at Northwestern High School's Career Fair! We love encouraging the next generation to explore the transformational power of design. #CareerFair #FutureArchitects #WeAreSchmidt

From the first concept of the cardinal, our design team explored the iconography of this much-loved University of Louisville mascot.🐦 Beginning with sketches, then moving into material studies and digital modeling, the hotel façade emerged as a bold architectural statement, highlighting the bird’s identity while giving character to the larger context. #WeAreSchmidt #StorytellingThroughDesign #TheCardinalCenter

Who designs the spaces between the buildings? Landscape architects do.🌳 April is Landscape Architecture Month—a time to celebrate the creative minds shaping the outdoor environments where we gather, reflect, and connect with nature.🍃 Thoughtful design can inspire movement, encourage connection, and elevate everyday experiences. That’s why our team approaches every project with intention—crafting sustainable, purposeful spaces that respond to the unique needs of each site and community. Swipe to see what inspires Josh Gee and Tyler Freudenthal—and how their work helps bring communities together.🌿 #LandscapeArchitectureMonth #DesignWithPurpose #WeAreSchmidt #WLAM2025

Healthcare works best when it meets people where they are.🏥 In Indianapolis, the PACE Center does just that—providing aging adults with essential medical care and social support close to home. Designed with flexibility and connection in mind, its exam rooms, gathering spaces, and thoughtful details create an environment that supports both care and community. Learn more about how we’re shaping healthcare spaces that serve communities everywhere: https://lnkd.in/gWmavG5j #WeAreSchmidt #HealthcareDesign #CommunityImpact #RuralHealthcare