Since 2008, Flint Hills Design has designed and built powerful exhibits for a wide variety of cultural and historic institutions.
We deliver clarity in concept and execution, applying art and analysis to bring a shared vision to life.
Our work is anchored by four core principles:
Clarity - We strive to clearly and effectively communicate our clients’ visions with grace and precision.
Simplicity - We believe in less, but better.
Authenticity - Our work is intentional and honest. We strive to distill the essence, and build upon that foundation.
Craftsmanship - We use heirloom-quality materials and time-honored techniques to create meaningful spaces that stand the test of time and trends.
Artists, Designers, Developers, Craftspeople - Who we are
Joel Gaeddert
Founder & CEO
Joel shapes the strategy for Flint Hills Design and provides guidance and oversight to most Flint Hills Design projects.
Dave Gaeddert
Principal, Lead Developer
Dave crafts the clean and clever code that keeps FHD websites and apps running well, day after day. Whether it's a simple iPhone app or a custom database that power an array of sales tools, Dave can build it.
Nathan Bartel
Creative Director
Nathan helps shape the branding, identity and messaging of FHD projects, as well as writing copy for websites, apps and museum projects.
Graham Unruh
Front End Developer
Graham designs and develops websites in collaboration with the Lead Developer and Creative Director.
Anthony Esau
Videographer & Motion Graphics Designer
Anthony captures still and moving images to create engaging and dynamic content. He also brings designs to life through animation and motion graphics.
Mark Andres
Lead Fabricator
An accomplished finish carpenter, Mark helps FHD craft high-quality exhibit systems, as well as managing the carpentry shop.
Paul Ortman
Senior Developer / Security Expert
Paul helps to architect and build the robust systems that power our mobile and web apps. Paul has a degree from Bethel College in Mathematics with emphasis in computer security and an Art minor, as well as a master's degree from the University of Idaho in Computer Science with an emphasis in computer security.
Dan Miller
Exhibit Fabricator
Dan brings 35 years of experience to Flint Hills Design as exhibit fabricator, having worked as a finish carpenter as well as a fabricator and installer of custom cabinetry and cases for church organs before joining FHD.
Fred Bartel
Exhibit Fabricator
After 30 years of construction experience with 17 of those years as a business owner, Fred has joined Flint Hills Design as an exhibit fabricator. Fred works to build our Upland Exhibit components and custom exhbit pieces.
Aaron Gaeddert
Artist-in-Residence
Aaron is responsible for developing a unique grid system to provide patrons a single piece of fine art photography that encompasses endless possibilities, and is currently developing several other products.
We extend that experience to the digital:
We’ve built websites and digital tools for regional hospitals, manufacturing companies and institutes of higher learning.
Capacities
Concept Development • Exhibit Consultation • Exhibit Branding • Traveling Exhibit Design • Copywriting • Curation • Graphic Design • Museum Case Design & Fabrication • Component Design • Video & Motion Graphics • App Design & Development • Fabrication • Installation • Web Design
Our space has evolved with us.
From humble beginnings as a warehouse, we built a space that incorporates a fully-furnished woodshop, conference area, and office space all under one roof. It allows us to create in a variety of different mediums all while providing a comfortable place to relax after a long day.
We call it the Hive.
Our current project
Our current building project involves a tired office building located right next door. We're working to transform this building into a space that embodies our ethos, allowing the Hive to become more fabrication-focused. We can't wait to show it to you!
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