Perceptive Software Opens New Headquarters

Perceptive Software recently opened its distinguished new headquarters at 8900 Renner Road.  Boasting nearly 240,000 square feet for the company’s 750 local employees, the building is filled with interesting and somewhat quirky amenities, including a two-story slide installed for thrill seekers looking to quickly descend to the cafeteria.

The project area is within a special zoning district created to increase density by offering on-street parking as well as pedestrian friendly amenities, like trees and benches, along 89^th & Penrose.  GBA’s Civil/Site team was proud to play a significant role in this cornerstone project, providing site selection, traffic  analysis, planning and development approval, civil/site design, utility design, stormwater management, environmental, public street improvement design, and surveying.  The team was selected based on its extensive working knowledge and previous experience at the City Center Lenexa Development.

“The Perceptive Software project was a priority for the City and developer, Copaken Brooks,” said Senior Associate Brad Burton.  “We were fortunate to be selected by Klover Architects to bring this project to fruition.  We look forward to the continued growth and success of Perceptive and the City Center Development.”

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GBA Builders Welcomes New Director of Operations

GBA Builders,LLC recently welcomed Joshua Reeves, LEED AP, as Director of Operations. With nearly 20 years of experience, ten of which he served in a leadership role, Joshua brings a solid understanding of complex projects, having managed and constructed chemistry and biological labs, higher ed facilities, public buildings and industrial projects, both domestically and internationally.  He is passionate about creating the very best result for clients and the community – creating buildings of opportunity.

What are your passions? 

I really enjoy spending time with my family and friends around the pool, KSU football games and quiet time with my family at home. 

Name your greatest achievement(s) 

Professionally, my greatest achievement is a toss-up between leading the building team on The Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art and the Henry Bloch School for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at UMKC.  Both were extraordinary opportunities and a great source of community pride - I am proud of my role with each project.  Personally, my greatest achievement is in process - I’m working on a dive site bucket list.

What do you like to do in your spare time?

I enjoy yoga, scuba diving, playing in the pool, and single malt scotch.  Winter and I don’t get along, so I try to go scuba diving at least once each winter.  I’m also in the second year of a complete basement renovation which is more work than I can handle.