Work Begins on New Substance Abuse Crisis Facility in Moorhead, MN

CALYX Design Group provided landscape architecture, irrigation design, and sustainable landscape practices for the site of the new Clay County Substance Abuse Crisis Facility in Moorhead, MN. This facility is also B3 compliant and will open in 2025.

The new Clay County Substance Use Crisis Center will be a 32-bed facility for the County run Withdrawal Management services. This facility will replace the existing facility which is in the County Social Services Building. The proposed solution is designed for increased staff visibility and security within the facility, with central nurses’ stations having direct views into Care Suite Living areas via large expanses of interior windows composed of clear attack rated safety glass.

2023 Summer Internship for Landscape Architecture Student

CALYX Design Group, a leading Landscape Architecture firm based in Minnesota, is seeking an intern at our Saint Paul office. This is a paid, hourly position with a flexible timeline.

CALYX Design Group’s practice encompasses all aspects of Landscape Architecture and Site Planning with foremost experience in Multi-Family Housing, Master Planning, Public Space Design, Community Development, and Commercial Mixed-Use. In addition to a broad portfolio of work within Minnesota, the firm and staff has extensive project experience throughout the greater Midwest region.

We are currently offering an internship in Landscape Architecture. Internships are offered for a limited term and have potential to lead to permanent employment. CALYX Design Group offers a stipend as well as a studio environment that provides opportunities for professional growth and participation in exceptional projects.

Skills Required:

·         Computer skills (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite)

·         An attention to detail, critical thinking skills and problem solving abilities

·         Be able to effectively manage his/her own time

·         Willingness to learn and participate in a diverse range of support tasks

Internship Duties:

·         Assisting with site analysis and creation of base drawings

·         Assist with redlines & basic drafting and some work with SketchUp

·         Photography of Project Sites

·         Attend field meetings and review construction progress

Interested candidates should be college students, currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Landscape Architecture program.

Candidates must be available for a Zoom or in-person interview (preferred), and be prepared to work regular business hours in our office.

Use the ‘Contact’ form on this web site if interested in applying.

V3 Sports Center Development - Minneapolis

The V3 Sports Center broke ground on a new aquatics and fitness center on the north side of Minneapolis. We are proud to help bring this important project and long-time vision to reality!

https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/v3-center-set-to-break-ground-in-north-minneapolis-this-week/89-845d25ce-a896-4898-b3e1-8b89eab2d40a

2022 Summer Internship Opportunity

CALYX Design Group, a leading Landscape Architecture firm based in Minnesota, is seeking an intern at our Saint Paul office. This is a paid, hourly summer internship (8) weeks, June-August, 2022.

CALYX Design Group’s practice encompasses all aspects of Landscape Architecture and Site Planning with foremost experience in Multi-Family Housing, Master Planning, Public Space Design, Community Development, and Commercial Mixed-Use. In addition to a broad portfolio of work within Minnesota, the firm and staff has extensive project experience throughout the greater Midwest region. More information about our firm and our work can be found on our web site: www.calyxdesigngroup.com

We are currently offering an internship in Landscape Architecture. Internships are offered for a limited term and have potential to lead to permanent employment. CALYX Design Group offers a stipend as well as a studio environment that provides opportunities for professional growth and participation in exceptional projects.

Skills Required:

·         Computer skills (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite)

·         An attention to detail, critical thinking skills and problem solving abilities

·         Strong interest in and familiarity with horticulture

·         Be able to effectively manage his/her own time

·         Willingness to learn and participate in a diverse range of support tasks

Internship Duties:

·         Assisting with site analysis and creation of base drawings

·         Assist with redlines & basic drafting and some work with SketchUp

·         Assistance with creation of marketing and proposal information

·         Photography of Project Sites

·         Attend field meetings and review construction progress

Interested candidates should be college students, currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Landscape Architecture program.

Candidates must be available for a Zoom or in-person interview (preferred), and be prepared to work regular business hours in our office.

Application Submission Requirements:

To apply for internship, please submit the following information:

1.  A one-page summary that describes your personal interest in landscape architecture.

2.  Relevant samples of your work to illustrate your range of conceptualization, artistic interest, technical acumen, and communication capabilities. 

3.  Current resume supported by a professional or academic letter of recommendation.

Email documents in a single PDF document -not to exceed 10mb to: ben@calyxdesigngroup.com,  subject line: ‘Summer Internship’. No phone calls please.

Employment: Entry-level Position

Position Overview:

CALYX Design Group is seeking an Entry-Level candidate to join our Saint Paul, MN office. This is a full-time salaried position, M-F, 40hrs per week. You will work on various assignments and projects under the direction of an experienced landscape architect or project manager, primarily in the areas of site development, parks and recreation, athletic facilities. and commercial landscape design.

 Role & Responsibilities:

•          Prepare concepts, construction documents, and 2D/3D graphic illustrations under direct

supervision of a licensed landscape architect or project manager.

•          Participate in design meetings.

•          Work within a team setting to compile data and prepare design solutions.

•          Work collaboratively with related professionals that include civil engineers, architects,

planners, and stakeholders.

•          Consult with product manufacturers, evaluate and select construction materials.

•          Assist in editing technical specifications.

•          Assist in reviewing shop drawings.

•          Visit construction sites to gather information, review design intent, inform and support senior

project team members during the construction phase.

•          Use in-depth knowledge of trees, shrubs, ground covers, perennials, and annuals in preparing

planting plans and landscape master plans.

 CALYX Design Group is an award-winning landscape architecture design firm with a focus on sustainable landscapes. We employ an environmentally-focused design mindset to help clients solve their greatest challenges. As a firm, we strive to develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for housing, mixed-use, campus, healthcare, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, and parks and open spaces.

 An ideal candidate has:

•          A minimum of an accredited bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture.

•          Intent to pursue professional licensure.

•          Strong communication skills & professionalism

•          1-4 years of professional experience (including summer, co-op, work study, or intern work).

•          High proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and the

Microsoft Office Suite.

•          Technical knowledge of landscape architectural site development elements.

•          Basic Tree and Shrub knowledge, including field identification.

•          A desire to grown and learn in the profession.

 CALYX Design Group offers competitive compensation and benefits, including retirement and professional development reimbursement. We offer sick and paid time off as well as pay for 8 federal holidays. We also promote a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes a flexible work schedule & extra time off. Working with us, you will have a voice in the overall design conversation. Please visit our web site for more information about us and the work we do – if you are interested in joining our team, email ben @calyxdesigngroup.com to start the conversation.

New Turf Field at Zimmerman High School

Calyx Design Group was honored to be part of the team designing the new turf field at Zimmerman High School. Collaboration with staff and coaches resulted in a beautiful facility for students to enjoy as they return to campus! Congratulations Zimmerman High School!

Office Dog Keeps the Office Productive

For those who are not aware, the office doggo Cooper (seen below) is a regular in the office when not off playing with his buddies or looking for soggy tennis balls. No words can adequately capture how important Cooper is to the office productivity and morale. He brings his top-game to work and constantly shows the way for leadership and productivity, especially if there’s a treat in-hand.

He’s the real-deal, folks.

Zvago Glen Lake Cooperative Housing Wins 2017 Top Project Award

CALYX Design Group worked with OneTwoOne Development, Kaas Wilson Architects and BKBM Engineers to develop a multi-story senior cooperative housing complex in Minnetonka, just north of Glen Lake. This project was a Finance & Commerce 2017 Top Project.

https://finance-commerce.com/2018/07/top-projects-of-2017-zvago-at-glen-lake/