Business Details
49 Years
experience
Expert Historic Preservation & Architectural Services
Berggren Architects, P.C. has dedicated over four decades to preserving Nebraska's architectural heritage while embracing sustainable design principles. Founded in 1977, our firm specializes in historic preservation, restoration, and new construction that respects historical context. Our expertise extends to consulting services for museums, courthouses, and private residences, with recent projects spanning multiple states. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern energy-efficient solutions, maintaining a small-firm culture that fosters hands-on experience with large-scale project capabilities.Our team includes preservation architects, historians, and media specialists who deliver comprehensive services from initial consultation through project completion. We emphasize client collaboration throughout our three-phase process: listening to client needs, developing detailed plans, and executing projects with meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Historic Preservation
Architectural Restoration
Sustainable New Construction
Preservation Consulting
Museum Storage Design
Courthouse Restoration
Energy Efficiency Solutions
Historic Building Assessment
Design Additions
Consulting Services
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in historic preservation and restoration
- Our team includes certified preservation architects and architectural historians
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern sustainability practices
- We provide comprehensive consulting services for museum collections storage design
- Our firm handles projects from small historic houses to large public buildings
Services
Historic Preservation
Specializing in maintaining historical integrity while implementing modern upgrades. Our preservation services include material analysis, structural stabilization, and period-appropriate restoration techniques. We work with local and state agencies to ensure compliance with preservation standards while extending the lifespan of historic buildings.
Architectural Restoration
Comprehensive restoration services for historic structures including courthouses, churches, and private residences. Our team conducts detailed assessments to identify deterioration causes and implements solutions that maintain original design intent while meeting current safety requirements and energy efficiency standards.
Sustainable New Construction
Designing energy-efficient buildings that respect historical contexts. Our sustainable approach incorporates modern materials with traditional aesthetics, optimizing natural light and ventilation while meeting LEED certification requirements. We create additions that seamlessly integrate with existing structures while reducing environmental impact.
Preservation Consulting
Providing expert guidance to architects, planners, and property owners. Our consulting services include preservation planning, materials analysis, and compliance with state and federal preservation guidelines. We offer specialized expertise in museum collections storage design and maintenance for cultural institutions.
Museum Storage Design
Specialized consulting for museum collections storage facilities. We address environmental controls, security systems, and space optimization while maintaining historical building integrity. Our designs balance preservation requirements with accessibility needs for curators and researchers working with valuable artifacts.
People
Jerry L. Berggren
Principal, Preservation Architect
Founded the firm in 1977 and has led preservation efforts for Nebraska's historic buildings. Specializes in courthouse restoration and sustainable design. Developed expertise in museum collections storage through decades of work with cultural institutions.
Garry Martin
Production Manager
Leads architectural production team with over 30 years of experience. Specializes in historic preservation projects. Holds a master's degree in architecture from University of Nebraska-Lincoln and has worked with the firm since 1989.
Janet Jeffries
Architectural Historian
Provides historical research and documentation expertise. Serves as University Historian for Doane University and Curator for Crete Heritage Society. Brings academic perspective to preservation projects through extensive historical research experience.
Jess Larsen
Operations Manager
Manages firm operations with architecture degree from University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Previously worked in New York art consulting. Oversees daily operations while maintaining connection to architectural projects and preservation initiatives.
Leroy Svatora
Staff Architect
Licensed architect with decades of experience in various project types. Specializes in detailed construction documentation and historic building analysis. Provides technical expertise for complex preservation and new construction projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in historic preservation, architectural restoration, sustainable new construction, and preservation consulting for museums and historic buildings.
How long has your firm been in business?
Berggren Architects has been preserving Nebraska's architectural heritage since 1977, with over four decades of experience in historic structures.
Do you work on projects outside Nebraska?
While primarily serving Nebraska, we also work on select projects in other states, including the Wyoming State Capitol restoration project.
What makes your firm unique?
We combine small-firm personal service with large-project expertise, maintaining a tradition of hands-on experience through our Larsen Legacy internship program.
How do you approach sustainable design?
Our sustainable approach integrates modern energy efficiency with traditional materials and methods, ensuring historic buildings meet current standards without compromising character.
Can you help with museum collections storage?
Yes, we provide specialized consulting for museum collections storage design, addressing environmental controls and accessibility while preserving historic building integrity.
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