Vector Collaborative

01/02/2024

Looking good Diligent Development!

This warm streak has us thinking about patio weather! ☀️ 1400 Chatham, near the Norwalk Sports Campus and Fairfield Inn, is installing a storefront so the patio can be ready by summer. If you’re interested in this end-cap space with high visibility — walkable within Norwalk Central — and a large patio, let us know.

01/08/2023

🚨 🚨 New episode today! Waterfront architecture and so much more. Check it out! 🎧

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25/07/2023

Building deconstruction and structural reuse are effective methods of reducing carbon output. Listen to how it’s creatively accomplished in this latest episode of Unstruct! 🏗️ 🛠️

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18/07/2023

Want to learn more about deflection requirements and installation accommodations for large movable glass wall systems? Then check out this conversation with Lee Roberts of Nanawall. 🎙️ 👇👇

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24/04/2023

This is a great addition to the Uptown District in Ankeny! I have a feeling this patio will be the place to be later this summer! Great to be a part of this project. Looking good Studio MELEE, Scott’s Quality Construction and Refined Construction Services!

We are currently working with RE/MAX Precision for a new building in Ankeny's Uptown district. Construction is in progress!

24/04/2023

Loved being a part of this beautiful custom home! Looking great Ground Breaker Homes and Cycle Design Studio!

06/04/2023

This was fun! Thanks for having me as a guest Zaga Design Group!

Our Pier Pressure blog series continues (and our blog title is especially apropos for this guest!). This time we are featuring Kari Sebern of Vector Collaborative, a full-service structural engineering company based in Colorado and Iowa. Kari is the founder and principal of the firm and hosts the

20/10/2021

How can we move design forward? It starts with a conversation.

Denver Design Week will consist of over 35 small tours, talks, and discussions throughout the city of Denver. Designers, architects, engineers, and other experts gather to both celebrate past successes and explore what’s possible.

We would love to hear what you have to say! Please join the conversation October 16-24. Only a few days left!

https://www.denverdesignweek.com/

18/10/2021

Our economic, social, and cultural quality of life is shaped by the world around us and, ultimately, those that design it.

Denver Design Week explores the region’s best architecture, interiors, art, brands and technology. Join us October 16-24 with our principal and founder Kari Sebern and other experts. This event is just getting started!

We look forward to seeing you there!

15/10/2021

Good design has the capacity to change the world. By understanding the unique needs of our communities, we can design spaces and places that will serve them for years to come.

Denver Design Week provides a platform to discuss important topics like these. Join us October 16-24 with our principal and founder Kari Sebern and other experts.

The event kicks off TOMORROW!

https://www.denverdesignweek.com/

09/10/2021

We are so excited to be a part of Denver Design Week!!

What sets you apart—really? We are all so much more complex and unique than the confining boxes we are put in by others, or ourselves. This interactive workshop will help you explore and unpack your personal genius through creative exercises, group discussion, stories told from The Unboxing Projec...

21/09/2021

We are excited to have another article featured on the Entrearchitect blog!

Please visit the EA blog to read, "Unconventionally Framed: When to Enlist the Expertise of a Structural Engineer" and let us know your thoughts.

https://entrearchitect.com/2021/08/02/unconventionally-framed-when-to-enlist-the-expertise-of-a-structural-engineer/

by Kari Sebern – Vector Collaborative It’s a fact; many times residential structures are simple and straight-forward enough that a structural engineer is not required.  Pre-engineered wood roof trusses and engineered wood floor joists or trusses are common. The International Residential Code (I...

16/09/2021

At Vector Collaborative, we do not shy away from colossal projects. In fact, we welcome them!

We are passionate about steel and concrete: each of these materials lends itself to complex shapes and interesting structures and that’s intriguing to us. With over 30 years of combined experience ranging from single-family homes to 35-story buildings, we are practical and are always open to embracing complex projects.

To learn more about the project types that we take on, visit the link below:

https://www.vector-collab.com/services

14/09/2021

Kari Sebern, P.E., is the founder and principal of Vector Collaborative. She is most fulfilled when helping art and science merge in the company of practical dreamers. With 18 years of commercial experience, Kari thrives when collaboratively arriving at solutions that are cost-effective, practical, innovative, and technically sound.

To learn more about Kari, click here:

https://www.vector-collab.com/about

10/09/2021

Save the date!

Denver Design Week is just around the corner, from October 16 to 24. This year’s event consists of dozens of small, in-person gatherings across Denver, including one hosted by our very own Kari Sebern! Don’t miss this opportunity to foster creative connections across the city.

Stay tuned for more details.

https://www.denverdesignweek.com/

With a focus on elevating the creative industry, Design Week is a seven day celebration and showcase of the region’s best architecture, interiors, art, brands and technology. Come support our city and help move design forward. Dive In!

09/09/2021

Megan Seacrist, P.E., is a licensed professional engineer and project manager at Vector Collaborative. She strives to find the perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics for her clients. Megan has over 13 years of experience working for architects, general contractors, landscape architects, and interior designers specializing in mid- to high-rise commercial and mixed-use projects.

To learn more about Megan, click here:

https://www.vector-collab.com/about

07/09/2021

Our blog functions as a sounding board for new ideas, as well as the lessons we have learned. Most importantly, it provides the opportunity for others to get to know us!

If you’d like to read our previous blog posts, click the link below:

https://www.vector-collab.com/blog

02/09/2021

Winston Churchill once said, "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." At Vector Collaborative, we believe in giving back, understanding that valuable contributions to society are not only desirable but a necessity. We are all called to share our time, talent and treasure in an attempt to leave the world in a better state than we found it.

That is why we offer pro bono design services for non-profit organizations when possible. Recent projects include providing structural design recommendations during the construction of a local church, structural assessment of an existing church rectory, and engineering support for local Habitat for Humanity homes.

To learn more about how you can work with us, click here: https://www.vector-collab.com/about

31/08/2021

Calling all structural engineers!

We are always looking for creative and passionate people to join our team. We offer a flexible work schedule with a focus on work/life balance. We believe you can be productive and professionally fulfilled and also have a full and abundant life outside of work.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
[email protected]

26/08/2021

They say when something lights your soul on fire, makes you feel alive, you should run right for it. Well, that’s exactly what The Unboxing Project is for me. These people, they are amazing, inspiring and I can’t wait for you to learn more about them. I hope you watch these segments and learn something new, see respective professions and these people in a new expansive light and find your own spark to follow what sets your soul on fire. As the great lyricist Eminem once said: You only get one shot.

To see to our latest episode with Aaron Granquist, click the link below:

https://www.theunboxingproject.com/interviews

24/08/2021

How do we find stillness in a world that demands more and more of our attention? How do we tap into what truly inspires us and build a life that is truly fulfilling? Kari explores these themes in her piece “Left Brain / Right Brain Balance”.

To read this and other blog posts, click here: https://www.vector-collab.com/blog/left-brain-right-brain-balance

29/07/2021

We are so thankful for our great marketing team that helped with our rebrand. Their work is currently a finalist for a SMPS Marketing Communications Award. Go Charrette Venture Group!!!

Vector Collaborative is a small woman-owned structural engineering firm, founded by Kari Sebern, P.E., in 2010. It recently grew from a sole proprietorship to a team with two full-time employees and additional contractor help as needed.

30/06/2021

Collaboration creates brilliant buildings that are simultaneously works of art and calculated masterpieces. How do architects and engineers best collaborate?

We both have extremely important functions in the design process, and it is in our clients’ best interest that we collaborate in the most effective way to deliver the best product possible.

So, what do you think needs to happen for a successful collaboration between us? Here are my thoughts:

https://entrearchitect.com/2021/04/19/collaboration-architects-engineers/

23/06/2021

Hey , do you know the top 6 ways a structural engineer adds value to your residential project?

Here are three ways:

1. Modern Style Architecture

2. Large Footprints

3. A Back Elevation Full of Windows

Read our latest blog post for the rest:

https://www.vector-collab.com/blog/unconventionally-framed

16/06/2021

Have you ever thought about how we protect our ideas? So many times, we protect our ideas like we’re the defensive line of a pro football team. The non-compete clauses and intellectual property right sections of new employment agreements can be extensive and off-putting for new employees.

They don’t exactly portray an inviting, collaborative environment at a time when that’s what a new employee should feel. It sends the message of “I don’t trust you and I won’t ever fully trust you.”

How can we expect our employees to have a vested interest in the company if we are indirectly telling them we can’t trust them? Shouldn’t we all be able to use what we learn and develop as we move through our careers?

What if we had open source engineering like we have open source technology?

https://www.vector-collab.com/blog/open-source-engineering

08/06/2021

Did you know? We are passionate about and : each of these materials lends itself to complex shapes and interesting structures and that’s intriguing to us. With over 30 years of combined experience ranging from single-family homes to 35-story buildings, we are practical and are always open to embracing complex projects.

https://www.vector-collab.com/services

01/06/2021

Charrette Venture Group featured the Vector Collaborative rebrand on their blog! Curious about what goes into rebranding an engineering firm? Check out their post for a behind the scenes look at their process and the great results we've experienced: [LINK]

https://www.charrettevg.com/charrette-venture-group-blog/vector-rebrand

13/05/2021

Thanks for having me write a guest post for your blog! Read the post “Collaboration: Architects & Engineers” and share your thoughts with me.

https://entrearchitect.com/2021/04/19/collaboration-architects-engineers/

11/05/2021

We CAN do that. One of the most common statements used in structural engineering—that we try to never use in our office—is that something can’t be done. We believe that there is a solution to any design challenge and we thrive on finding new, more efficient ways to do things. It’s why we are creative, cooperative, and highly-skilled engineers. We are experienced with a multitude of project types—visit our services page to learn more: [LINK]

https://www.vector-collab.com/services