ICON INSIGHTS

Cole Barbeau is an Architectural Intern (AIT) based in ICON’s Grand Forks office. A Grand Forks native, Cole graduated from Dunwoody College in May with a degree in Architecture. He brings a strong local perspective and a passion for thoughtful design to the team. Outside the office, Cole enjoys cooking, fishing, and camping—especially during the summer months. Question and Answer What's your name, and what do you do here at ICON? My name is Cole Barbeau and I am an architec

We’re getting close to the end of the first semester in many districts across the region, and over the past few weeks, I’ve had quite a few conversations with school leaders that all sound the same.   “I’m tired.” Not just the kind of tired that comes from a long day. It’s deeper. It’s the kind of fatigue that builds after months of putting out fires (not to discredit actual firefighting), solving problems, and carrying the responsibility of an entire school community on your

Join us in welcoming our newest team member, Tim Wren-Bjugstad , a design professional from Mandan, ND! Tim graduated from NDSU in 2025 with both a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a Master of Architecture, and he’s already making an impact by supporting our architectural team on a variety of K–12 and higher education projects. Tim and his wife are avid  readers—together they've completed 1,500+ books! 📚🤯 We’re thrilled to have Tim on board. Check out his Q&A below t