The coming year marks the 60th anniversary of MODUS (formally Gilmor and Doyle LTD). Over this time, we’ve experienced an incredible amount of change (some of us even still remember slide rules and coffee-stained blueprints…) But as we reflect, we’re quick to realize that what’s truly important has stayed the same: our focus on staff and clients. Over six decades, our experiences with staff have run the gamut. The emotions have ranged from the joy of...
At MODUS, sustainability starts with our vision statement: “To improve society through the design of safe, sustainable, and innovative buildings”. These core values are intertwined as they relate to our environmental future. We must continue to find innovative solutions to deliver sustainable designs that ensure our communities and planet's health and safety. At MODUS, we understand this great responsibility and are taking steps toward advancing sustainability. MODUS has officially joined the MEP 2040 Challenge. Established by...
The State of Iowa has allocated approximately $50,000 per k12 building (able to be combined with remaining ESSER funds) to identify proactive measures capable of improving safety across Iowa school districts. While it is truly unfortunate improving school safety remains a necessity, as engineering consultants we are experts in leading these efforts. MODUS can provide a facility with improved safety measures and is aware of the challenges that may occur during the design and construction...