EXCITING NEWS 🎉 GROTH Design Group is honored to be named one of @milwaukeebusinessjournal Best Places to Work!
This recognition is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our team. While we’ve always believed GDG is a great place to work, it’s incredibly rewarding to have that belief affirmed by our employees and celebrated alongside an impressive group of peer companies — some of whom we’re proud to partner with during our day-to-day.
GDG is committed to fostering a culture where people feel valued, supported, and inspired. Thank you to our team for making this possible. We’re proud of what we’ve built together — and even more excited for what’s ahead!
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Our firm announced today a transition of ownership from Founder Mike Groth, AIA, NCARB, to Partners Peter Schneider, AIA, LEED AP; Mike McGraw, AIA, CSI, CDT; and Peter Damsgaard. Under Groth’s visionary leadership, GDG has flourished, expanding to nearly 40 professionals across three offices in Cedarburg, Milwaukee and Appleton, Wis. Groth will remain actively involved in an advisory role during the coming year.
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Our journey is a testament to the vibrant culture that fuels our success—one rooted in innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to our partners, clients, and communities.
We invite you to hear firsthand from our talented team members about the culture of GDG, our shared values, and our dedication to each other and all of our clients. Together, we look forward to creating future projects that will elevate architectural excellence and positively impact the communities we serve. Let's continue this inspiring journey together!
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Last Friday, Port Washington-Saukville School District broke ground on the new Saukville Elementary School - the district's first new school in more than 60 years!
We can't wait to see what the future holds for this site, school and its students.
Every student deserves a school that works for them. This Feature Friday, get a preview of the ADA accessibility improvements coming to Irving Elementary this spring and summer and the difference they'll make for all learners.
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Feature Friday🎉
Last week, we gave you a sneak peek and asked you to guess which school the video was from... and the answer is Irving Elementary! Big improvements are coming, with upcoming HVAC and boiler upgrades that will create a more comfortable, efficient space for students and staff.
Hear from Mike Dietrich, Senior Project Manager at @cg_schmidt ; Bill Smith, Facilities Project Manager at WAWM; and Nathan Schieve, Education Sector Leader at @grothdesigngroup , as they share the current status of Irving's HVAC and boiler systems and what's ahead.
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We’re proud to share that Red Apple STEAM School has been named one of the The Daily Reporter Top Projects of 2025! 🍎🏗️
Built in partnership with @grothdesigngroup for @racineunified School District, this facility replaces a former K–5 school with a modern K–8 learning environment designed around innovation, collaboration, and STEAM education.
The school features dedicated Maker Spaces, music and performing arts rooms, and collaborative learning hubs within each academic wing. A 35,000-square-foot gymnasium with two full-size basketball courts provides flexible athletic and instructional space, while separate playgrounds serve both elementary and middle school students.
One of the project’s most unique elements is how the building itself supports learning. Mechanical rooms include glass viewing windows, and plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems are intentionally exposed and labeled with student-friendly signage—helping students understand how the building works as a system and reinforcing the school’s STEAM-focused mission.
Sustainability also played a key role in the design. The facility includes rooftop solar arrays, a 4,350-square-foot vegetative green roof that doubles as an outdoor learning space, and energy-monitoring displays that allow students to track real-time solar production.
From early BIM coordination and innovative planning methods to strong collaboration across the entire project team, this facility was delivered on time, safely, and with a lasting impact on the community.
We’re honored to have played a role in creating a school designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and future generations of learners.
Last night, @racineunified celebrated the completion of Red Apple School with a ribbon cutting and open house. For the very first time, this state-of-the-art school housed hundreds of RUSD faculty, board members, administrators, students, families, City leaders, and community members. The list goes on! It was fantastic to see the excitement and support from the community for this school. We are proud of our journey and partnership with RUSD and thrilled to be a part of this next chapter – celebration and move in day next week!
Congratulations Racine Unified School District and Red Apple School! Enjoy your new school. 🍎🏫
Thank you to the Port Washington-Saukville School District for hosting GDG at Port Washington High School's Career Day. What a great way to spend a Friday! As a proud partner of the District, this was a fantastic opportunity to connect with students and share more about the careers helping shape updates in their very own schools.
Thomas (Tommy) Schneider, project architect, first felt a calling to healthcare design while his wife underwent treatment for Ewing Sarcoma. Fast forward 10 years and Tommy’s wife is in remission, and their hands and hearts are full taking care of their twins. The first chapter of parenthood threw them a curveball, as their daughter was diagnosed in utero with a severe congenital heart defect.
No stranger to patient‑level healthcare interactions, Tommy brings a design approach guided by lived experience and grounded in the full care journey. Meet Tommy and hear his story in the latest edition of Building with Heart. 🧡
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