Silver Sponsor | Shaw Contract
Shaw Contract’s new offerings give designers more freedom to build with intention.
From Coexist carpet tile (shown in attachments 1 and 2) to new Tile + Stone collections (attachments 3 and 4) and Flourish carpet tile and broadloom (attachments 5 and 6) for senior living environments, these collections are designed to layer beauty, performance and purpose across spaces.
Your Great Plains Shaw Contract team including Jessica Driscoll in South Dakota, Michele Leise and Shannon Stillmock in Nebraska, Tracie Lillard and Sam Moeller in Iowa are here to help bring these ideas into your next project.
Silver Sponsor | Office Interiors & Design jointly with Teknion
Let us help you in creating captivating spaces with Teknion. Introducing the new Teknion Ligna divide system.
@tekaseat_ne & @officeinteriorsnebraska
Silver Sponsor | TileBar
Great design is more than materials—it’s about partnership, precision, and service you can trust. TileBar is grateful to be part of such a thoughtful and creative community—we truly value the relationships that make this industry so meaningful.
Andrea McCune is proud to work for TileBar as your local partner and Silver Sponsor of the IIDA Great Plains Chapter, supporting the design community from education through execution. I’m grateful to be involved in the IIDA student mentor program over the past two years, alongside 2.5 years in Business Development with TileBar—fueling a passion for connecting people, ideas, and impactful design solutions.
Project Highlight: Weitz Project | Alley Poyner Macchietto Architects
Kobe Cement White delivers a contemporary terrazzo look with subtle patterning that pairs seamlessly with the space.
New + Inspiring:
• Arlo Collection: 3D relief tiles crafted in Spain that create refined light and shadow.
• Caldaria Collection: Volcanic-inspired porcelain with rich depth and Italian craftsmanship.
• Theo Collection: Warm, marble-look porcelain with a soft, patinaed feel.
• Clay Collection: A softer, more inviting take on concrete—now in 48x48.
• Rizo Collection: A clean, modern terrazzo look with new colors and sizes.
• Travertine Tiles: Naturally formed, timeless stone with warm tones and organic movement.
From mentorship to material innovation, it’s all about creating meaningful, lasting relationships and spaces.
#TileBar #IIDA #GreatPlainsChapter #DesignCommunity #MaterialMatters #InteriorDesign #ArchitecturalMaterials #ProjectSpotlight
@tilebar and @tilebar_neia
Des Moines CC | Project Tour: Community State Bank
Join us for a tour of Community State Bank's new corporate headquarters in Ankeny. This four-story, approximately 71,000 SF building is designed to bring employees, customers, and the community together. Purposefully created to enhance collaboration, the space consolidates key departments under one roof while supporting future growth.
June 16 | 3-4:30PM.
Platinum Sponsor | Midwest Tile, Marble & Granite
Recent releases from Midwest Tile!
IKI: A field/wall tile collection with a soft, resin look. Offered in a range of neutrals and colors. Also comes in a 24x48” textured decor.
IKI WOOD: An Iki-paired collection with a wood effect. Offered in a 2x12” size format. Can be used for wall or floor application.
Photos:
1) IKI Light 48x48” Nat (Floor) + IKI Sky Extra 48x110” Soft (Wall) + IKI Sage Extra 48x110” Soft (Wall)
2) IKI Light Onda 24x48”
3) IKI Sky 48x48” Soft
4) IKI WOOD Vanilla
5) IKI Clay 48x48” Nat (Floor) + IKI Light 24x48” Soft (Wall) + IKI WOOD Artic (Wall Accent)
6) IKI WOOD Milk + IKI WOOD Almond + IKI WOOD Vanilla
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@midwesttileomaha@midwesttiledesmoines
Chapter Wide | Call for Volunteers
Are you—or someone you know—interested in becoming more involved with the IIDA Great Plains Chapter? Now is the time to apply for Chapter Leadership!
We currently have one open position on the Chapter Board: Vice President of Advocacy – Nebraska.
In addition, a variety of committee and director roles are available. Check out our website for available roles at /volunteer
For questions, please contact Kelsey Pierce at [email protected].
Mirrors mirrors on the wall ✨ We had such a blast creating this massive 20ft wide photo display for @iida_gp interior design excellence awards! #omaha #omahaballoons #balloonsinomaha #omahamarquees #iida
Silver Sponsor | Neumann Monson Architects
Designing Sustainability from the Inside Out
@Neumann Monson Architects’ Iowa City studio has achieved Living Building Challenge Core Certification, demonstrating how interior environments can lead the way in sustainable design.
The reimagined workspace prioritizes flexibility, well-being, and material responsibility, with features like:
• 93% locally sourced wood from dying trees
• 85 plants integrated throughout the office
• 80% of construction waste diverted
• 54.2% reduction in energy use intensity (EUI)
• 41% lighting power density reduction
By combining thoughtful interiors with measurable performance, the studio creates a workplace that supports both people and the planet.
🔗 Explore the project:
/blog/neumann-monson-architects-iowa-city-studio-achieves-living-building-challenge-core-certification
Silver Sponsor | Shive-Hattery
RePlay Iowa City - a Shive-Hattery designed, multi-family housing development designed with students and young professionals in mind to meet the increasing demand for modern and sustainable living
@shivehattery
IDEA 2026 Member of the Year | Alanna Eggers
It takes vision, tenacity, and heart to make such a large change within your own design community. Alanna motivated others to imagine something more. IIDA provided larger professional networks, advocacy, and legitimacy. Alanna didn’t just have an idea, she followed it up with the work. Meetings with IIDA Headquarters, designers, firms, and dealers to build momentum and spread the word behind this initiative wasn’t easy. It was this interest and dedication from South Dakota that was evident to the Chapter Board when voting to establish another City Center. Additionally, South Dakota State University showed up in a big way and became a Campus Center. All of this has brought so much renewed energy to the Great Plains Chapter.
Flash forward to 2026. South Dakota membership has grown, sponsorship has increased, and consistent, meaningful events have taken place. All this monumental change doesn’t happen without bold moves and teamwork. A lot of this credit goes to Alanna Eggers, the one to make the first bold move, a proud member of IIDA, and one that is very deserving of Member of the Year.
