KONTEXT architects LLC

07/02/2024

Check this out!

We've been working with Driver Opera House Center for the Arts since 2009 to help them make their dreams come true and we're excited to see it one step closer.

06/12/2024

We are on the edge of our seats for the move into the new office space next week!

Stay tuned for a closer look as we get settled in.

05/28/2024

Although we are excited for our new adventure at 603 W. Main St., we will still miss our current home at 242 E. Main St. This is an amazing space at a great location that we have outgrown. KONTEXT will miss the historic exposed brick walls, beautiful views of downtown Sun Prairie, and the quick walk to Beans n Cream Coffeehouse.

If you or someone you know are looking for an office space we couldn't recommend this space enough. Below is Krasniqi Realty LLC's information to schedule a walk-through.

05/23/2024

Has anyone noticed how great the building on 603 W. Main is looking? We have!

We are excited to announce our new venture- KONTEXT is moving to our new location at 603 in the middle of June! Designing our own studio has been a longtime dream.

We are so grateful to have worked with Interiors by JW on this project, and excited to be in close quarters with their new studio. You'll find us on the second floor, Suite 201!

More pictures, and updates coming soon!

02/28/2024

As architects, we use different tools to observe and document original and existing conditions in order to create the end goal for the owner.
Photographs, on-site measuring, and laser scanning being a few.

Here is a glimpse into our project working on the facade restoration at Driver Opera House Center for the Arts . . .

02/14/2024

Happy Valentine's Day from Kontext!

When we spotted the valentines activity at Beans n Cream Coffeehouse we had to participate!

We love our local coffee shop - and couldn't agree more that "Good things - and architecture - happen over coffee"! 😍🥰

02/12/2024

Happy Birthday, Claire Allen!

KONTEXT is blessed to have Claire Allen Assoc. AIA, Eva Allen’s daughter, on our team. Today, on her birthday, we celebrate her, KONTEXT’s design intern:
Insanely gifted, quick learner;
Intelligent, critical thinker;
Team player and quiet leader;
Eager to be mentored, who invites criticism (unreal); and,
A humble, gracious, and generous woman.
"On one hand, we see Claire surrounded by material samples, lighting catalogs, and design publications; an emerging professional with infinite potential already making a positive impact on our clients, strategic partners, and work family," said Kelly Thompson, owner of KONTEXT and Principal Architect for the firm. "On the other hand, I also see her as an excited young lady surrounded by Legos, finger painting supplies, and picture books sitting on the living room floor -- kind of like my fondest memories of my daughter, Myranda."
Kelly puts it more humbly, though:
"Daily, I hope that I am up to the task of positively influencing the professional development of our extraordinary talented Claire. God knows, I (color challenged) cannot do it all myself. Thankfully, the KONTEXT family all seek her participation on projects."
KONTEXT is excited that Claire (her photo is attached with this post) is already taking design lead on select build-out projects.
"Furthermore, she is the 'go-to' for all interior design subject matter," Kelly added. "I especially appreciate her willingness and enthusiasm to comprehensively understand architecture. NCIDQ, AIA will follow her name on her business card before long."
Work relationships teeter dangerously on the edge of being transactional. Accomplishment requests of KONTEXT are to “do something” for the “something in return.”
"Working besides family, both literally and symbolically," Kelly added, "reminds us that focus on serving and not on the return will always accomplish the extraordinary. This surpasses the KONTEXT family and includes each of our clients, strategic partners and friends. Happy Birthday Claire!"

01/31/2024

Snapshots of our morning Kelly-Talk discussing window details with B Thompson Allen Boelter and Joe.

"A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don't necessarily want to go, but ought to be." - Rosalynn Carter

Thanks to our fearless leader for always pushing us to become the best version of ourselves.

01/26/2024

Excited & Thrilled for our client Vata Edari, James Beard Semifinalist!
We are proud to have been a part of making a space for her amazing ( and delicious ) work.

Congratulations! Edari CocoVaa Chocolatier !

The moment you’ve all been waiting for—presenting the Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists of the 2024 James Beard Awards, presented by Capital One!

Our Restaurant and Chef Awards is one of five separate recognition programs of the Awards. All programs honor exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts, hospitality, media, and broader food system.

Click here to view the full list: https://bit.ly/3U8LCYT

12/28/2023

Happy New Year from Kontext Architects to you and yours!