Your Trusted Design Partner

10Fold is a full-service architecture, interior design, and structural engineering firm focused on quality, collaboration, and long-term relationships. Headquartered in Iowa, we proudly serve clients across the Midwest.

We are a relationship-driven firm that listens, imagines, and delivers holistic design solutions. With hands-on leadership and a passion for problem-solving, we create lasting impact for our clients and communities

Core Values

At 10Fold, our core values are the foundation of our culture and the key to our success. We don’t just talk about them—we live them. We put ideas over egos, bring optimism and momentum to every project, and strive to exceed expectations. Through honest collaboration, we build trust and create lasting partnerships rooted in authenticity.

Humble

Client-first. Ideas over egos, always.

Hungry

Disciplined. Focused. Always striving for better.

Hopeful

Inspired by purpose. Grounded in optimism.

Smart

Thoughtful solutions. Proven, wise practices.

Authenticity

True to who we are, in practice and design.

Our History

10Fold was founded in Ames, Iowa, with a clear mission: to deliver high-quality architectural and structural engineering solutions rooted in integrity, care, and a strong Midwestern work ethic.

Over the course of our 38-year history, we’ve grown into a  multi-disciplinary team serving a wide range of industries. With over 1,000 projects completed across 130 communities in Iowa and the Midwest, we remain committed to purpose-driven design.

Led by principals Chad West, Eric Vermeer, Kevin Barber, and Sam Stagg, our culture emphasizes innovative thinking, excellent execution, and a collaborative, people-first approach. True to our name, we strive to expand the possibilities of every space tenfold, exceeding expectations and making a lasting impact for our clients and their communities.

Our Approach

We guide every project with care, clarity, and creativity, balancing your goals with our expertise to deliver lasting value.

Relate

We want to understand your “why”—what motivates you, your goals, values, and challenges. This foundation helps us connect with your vision.

Empathize

We internalize your pain points and experiences, ensuring we design with true empathy and purpose.

Synthesize

Building on that understanding, we collaborate to explore ideas and develop thoughtful solutions tailored to your needs. Best idea wins!

Verify

Each solution is tested through research, feedback, and iteration, ensuring it’s aligned, feasible, and ready to move forward.

Advocate

From design through construction, we champion your goals and maintain a strong partnership to support your project’s success.

Meet the People Behind the Work

At 10Fold, our strength lies in the diverse mix of experience, creativity, and collaboration our team brings to every project. We’re not just designers and engineers, we’re long-term partners who listen closely, think critically, and always put people first.