GRANCO Ephrata Branch Nears Completion
Granco Federal Credit Union’s Ephrata Branch remodel has reached substantial completion. The project, located at 217 SW Alder St in Ephrata, WA, remodeled and expanded GRANCO’s main branch and administrative center. Designed by Driftmier Architects [...]
What Happens When the Water System or Power Grid Fails
Much like the dripping faucet in the back bathroom that you haven’t fixed, we as a local, state and federal community have been putting off the repair and replacement of our critical infrastructure. Whether it [...]
What Do Architects Do?
Most people think architects sit at a drafting table, listen to classical music and draw things. That is kind of like believing bankers sit behind a big desk, listen to jazz and wait for people [...]
The Number You Are Calling Is Temporarily Out Of Service
It is frustrating to hear when your call results in an automated message that tells you that you cannot reach the party you are calling. It is even more frustrating to hear it when you [...]
Designing the Branch of the Future
The Fall 2014 issue of Community Banker magazine featured an article titled "Designing the 'Branch of the Future'" written by Rick Driftmier, President of Driftmier Architects. He discusses how trends and new technologies will impact [...]
Clark Raymond & Company Office Remodel
As project manager, Lee Driftmier has just completed an office remodel for Clark Raymond & Company in Redmond. After reviewing a study completed by Driftmier Architects that investigated the feasibility of building a new office [...]