Browns Valley Carnegie Library restoration
The historic Browns Valley Carnegie Library, built in 1915–16 is currently undergoing careful exterior restoration in Browns Valley, MN. This Neoclassical, National Register-listed building (added 1985) served as the town’s library until 1997 and now functions as a museum and archival storage site managed by the Browns Valley Historical Society....
CITY OF BENSON COMMUNITY CENTER
The City of Benson is currently advancing a comprehensive renovation of the former National Guard Armory, transforming it into a versatile community center. In January 2025, bids were received for the partial demolition and renovation. This plan, includes removing the front office section and infilling the basement, upgrading bathroom facilities,...
Kandiyohi Soil and Water Conservation District Groundbreaking
Kandiyohi Soil and Water Conservation District (KSWCD) celebrated a successful groundbreaking on August 1, 2024. The ceremony marked the beginning of an exciting building project to continue their 75-year legacy and commitment to public service and conservation of Kandiyohi County’s soil and water resources.
Renville-Sibley Cooperative Power Association Open House
On August 22, 2023 the Renville-Sibley Cooperative Power Association (RSCPA) had an open house to reveal their new headquarters. The RSCPA board chair reviewed how this project was long awaited since 2007. The decision and beginning of design of a new building wasn't decided until 2020. This project begin with...
Robbins Island Regional Park Amphitheater/bandshell
A unique two-stage amphitheater/bandshell landmark performance center is planned for Robbins Island Regional Park. The structure is planned to consist of two stages allowing for a variety of event opportunities. The amphitheater/bandshell is a community effort being spearheaded by the Rotary Club of Willmar. After brainstorming, the committee hired Engan...
Renville-Sibley Cooperative Power Association breaks ground on new Danube headquarters
Renville-Sibley Cooperative Power Association (RSCPA) started in 1938 in Fairfax and moved to Danube in 1948. RSCPA has been talking about a new facility since 2008. Now after many years and partnerships including partnering with Engan Associates Architects. They have now broke ground on their new $8.3 million dollar facility...
Marshall City Hall comes alive!
This city hall project resulted in a reorganization of city services, placing the most visited departments on the main level. Main level meeting rooms are designed to serve both city departments and the public. Meeting rooms are also dispersed throughout the building to facilitate efficient communication. Modernization of safety and...
2021: Building on Success
We're excited to share our 2020 highlights!: a new design award, new projects, new team members, and a new website. These may spark some new ideas for you about your facility needs. Call us, we're happy to brainstorm with you! awards On the heels of completing two projects to transform...
Ground Breaking: Project Turnabout’s Outpatient Center for Women
Project Turnabout Addiction Recovery Centers is expanding its Willmar campus with the new 16-bed Women's Residential/Outpatient Center. As described by Turnabout's Executive Director/CEO Marti Paulson, this is "an important step in eliminating the gap in the continuum of care for women with substance use disorders in Minnesota." The new outpatient...
Design Award for University of Minnesota – Morris Projects
August, 2020 | On the heels of completing two projects to transform learning and collaboration spaces at the University of Minnesota-Morris, Engan Associates received the "Outstanding Design" accolade from American School and University magazine. Commenting on Engan Associates' decades of service to the University (this was the 70th project on...
Substance Use Disorder Treatment Centers: Facility Design Can Help Recovery
Addiction treatment center patients are unique. They are often socially marginalized and stigmatized because of their addiction. Through the recovery process, they learn how to create a new life and a new world for themselves. Recovery is most successful when people feel good about themselves, when they are respected and...
The Importance of Predesign in Healthcare Construction
The difference between life or death for your patients often hangs on the health of your medical facility. Imagine a small, critical access medical facility that is vital to its community. The facility serves not only the residents of its community, but also individuals from a surrounding radius of many...
