Outdoor recreation has become increasingly important to the communities we serve. Parks, trails and other recreational amenities help bring communities together and offer individuals opportunities to get outdoors.
They bring visitors back, they improve the quality of life of the users and they make a positive impact on tourism and the local economy.
From project funding to the planning and design of marinas, skate parks and pedestrian trails & bridges, our full-service team of experts can deliver a unique solution for your parks & recreation needs.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
Providing a memorable customer experience is a top priority for our retail, gaming & hospitality clients. It brings customers back—positively impacting tourism and the local economy.
The Origin Design team helps our clients maintain and enhance their properties.
From planning and design for national retail chains to casino site improvements and structural modifications, our full-service team of experts can deliver a unique solution to enhance the user experience.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
Delivering safe and reliable natural gas and electricity is top of mind for our energy sector clients.
Not only do they maintain and keep their current infrastructure moving forward, they are continuously expanding their resources and spreading their reach to smaller communities.
From the planning and design of large solar arrays to surveying and designing pipeline projects, our full-service team of experts can deliver a unique solution for your energy needs.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
Cost, functionality and responsiveness are critical to the successful completion of any development project. Whether it’s an industrial park, site plan or residential development, our team of experts can convert properties to fit our clients’ needs.
Some things we consider during the design process include overall site selection criteria, environmental challenges and site-specific information including topography, utilities, traffic, surrounding infrastructure and more.
Our team at Origin Design delivers solutions that maximize functional efficiency while achieving our clients’ budget and timeline goals. From site certification to the development and planning of industrial parks, commercial site plans or residential developments, our team of experts can provide many different levels of planning and design for all sizes of projects.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
Our team of experts at Origin Design work with our industrial clients to deliver innovative, value-added solutions. We understand the importance of quickly responding when the unexpected happens, or when short turnarounds are required for project designs and construction.
With our broad range of services, we help our industrial clients maintain, improve and expand their facilities to continue to meet their customers’ expectations.
Our industrial, manufacturing and warehousing clients rely on our experts for various facility, infrastructure and site needs. From designing new industrial facilities to adapting them to meet operational needs, our full-service team delivers.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
Well-designed healthcare facilities have a positive impact on its many users—patients, visitors and staff. Welcoming, efficient facilities serve the medical needs of the community, improving patient comfort, while allowing medical staff to treat patients.
Creating functional, cost-effective facilities that incorporate the latest technology is a priority for our design team.
From the start of master planning to the end of construction, our full-service approach fosters a seamless integration for every healthcare client we serve.
Origin Design’s team of experts can provide many different levels of planning for all sizes of projects, including hospital and clinic additions & remodels to parking lot improvements and much more.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
Creating functional spaces that incorporate the most recent education innovations is our priority when serving public and private PK-12 school districts and higher education institutions. Inspired, collaborative design solutions help facilitate learning, promoting student success and creating a sense of pride in the community.
From the start of master planning to the end of construction, our full-service approach fosters a seamless integration for every education client we work with.
Origin Design’s team of experts can provide many different levels of planning for all sizes of projects, including facility assessment planning, new buildings, additions & remodels, technology upgrades, parking lot improvements and much more.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
Maintaining and improving infrastructure is critical to the communities we serve and the day-to-day lives of residents. Resilient, efficient and cost-effective design solutions are a top priority.
Maintaining and improving infrastructure is critical to the communities we serve and the day-to-day lives of residents. Resilient, efficient and cost-effective design solutions are a top priority.
Through the design process, our State, County and Local government clients play an integral role as they balance the needs of the communities they serve and being good stewards of taxpayer dollars.
Origin Design has a long history of delivering innovative solutions and building trust with the community and community leaders. We understand the importance of meeting deadlines and budget requirements. We’re familiar with permitting and review processes, local & state codes and standards, as well as funding programs and submitting competitive applications.
From a multi-million dollar DOT-funded roadway project or new community fire station to a county trail or bridge inspection, our full-service design team can help you get started.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
#origindesign
What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
At Origin Design, our team of experts knows a workplace not only portrays a company’s brand and values to the community, but it also plays a critical role in the day-to-day lives of employees.
Through the design process, our clients play an integral role as they balance the needs of their employees—natural light, office layout, employee comfort and security—and the bottom line.
Energy efficient, cost-effective, quick solutions are usually at the top of their wish list.
From a new multi-story commercial office building to a branch bank renovation with site improvements, our full-service design team can help you get started.
Follow our journey.
We’re excited to welcome Derrek Hall to Origin Design as our newest Field Survey Technician!
Derrek will play a key role in supporting our growing survey team through comprehensive fieldwork and document-based surveying responsibilities. Please join us in welcoming him to the team!
#origindesign #origincrew
Join us in congratulating Mark Fassbinder, the 2025 Waugh Award winner! This award, named for our co-founder Dennis Waugh, recognizes employees who truly embody what Origin Design stands for. Way to go, Mark!
Read more about Mark’s recognition: https://origindesign.com/newsroom/fassbinder-accepts-waugh-award
These smiles represent just a few of the 63 reasons we celebrate Origin Day. Every person plays a part in the story of Origin Design—today, we’re celebrating them and enjoying Founder’s Day cookies by Nick Rettenberger.
#origindesign
Today our offices are closed as we celebrate the day we were founded—February 1, 1982!
We’re proud to take a moment to reflect on our journey and to thank our incredible staff and clients who have helped us grow and thrive over the years. We couldn’t have built something so lasting without you!
#origindesign
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Chamber Business After Hours!
Thank you to everyone who came, connected, shared ideas, and tested out the VR simulator. We enjoyed hosting you!
At Origin Design, we believe every project teaches us something valuable. That’s why we hold an annual “Lessons Learned” discussion!
Virtually bringing together our Dubuque, Davenport, and remote employees, this open forum is all about sharing experiences, both wins and challenges, so our team can grow together. By learning from each other, we can improve processes and move forward smarter and stronger. Here are just a few of the 41 employees that were able to attend this valuable conversation.
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What a cool weekend in Downtown Davenport!
Our Davenport office team had a blast at Icestravaganza, enjoying amazing ice sculptures, live carving, fun activities, and warming up with a little hot cocoa.
We’re proud to be a sponsor of this annual winter event and love seeing our community come together to enjoy it!
Origin Design is excited to welcome two new talented professionals to our IT team: Cameron Steffens (IT Infrastructure & Systems Specialist), and Adam Waggoner (IT Support Specialist). We look forward to the contributions they will make, shaping the future of Origin Design.
Welcome to the #origincrew!
Join us in welcoming Austin Pettlon to Origin Design! Austin recently joined our Architectural Team as a Revit Designer. We can’t wait to see the amazing impact he’ll make in this position!
Welcome to the #origincrew, Austin!
Cheers to 5 years! We’re proud to celebrate Mat Townsley and all his incredible contributions over the years. Here’s to many more!
We’re thrilled to welcome Luke Althaus back to Origin Design! Luke previously interned with us, and after graduating in December, he’s now a full-time member of our Structural Engineering Team. We can't wait to see all that he will achieve in this role.
Welcome to the #origincrew, Luke!
As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for the amazing people who make our team shine—and for the trust you place in us. Here’s to another year of working together and creating something great!
We’ll be closed January 1 to celebrate New Year’s Day!
