Meet Our Design and Architecture Professionals
Optometric Architects’ team brings decades of experience to optometrists and ophthalmologists nationwide and in Canada. Led by Principal Architect Robert J. Stensland, our team of professionals are dedicated in designing and creating highly functioning office spaces and will be there for you every step of the design process.
Robert J. Stensland, AIA
Principal Architect
Robert J. Stensland, AIA has 30+ years of Architectural and Design experience and is NCARB certified. He holds architectural licenses in over 40 states as well as multiple Canadian provinces. Robert graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture in 1987 and received his Master's degree from Iowa State University in Architecture in 1993. He is the owner and Principal Architect for both Optometric Architects and Modern Design Architects.
Email: rob.stensland@moderniowa.com
Kevin McConnell
Design Principal
Kevin McConnell has been working at Optometric Architects since 2007. He has 20+ years Design and Project Management experience and is NCARB certified. He graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture in 2000 after serving in the United States Navy from 1987-1993.
Email: kevin.mcconnell@moderniowa.com
Daniel Halbach
Lead Designer / Project Coordinator
Daniel Halbach started working at Optometric Architects in 2008. He has 20+ years of Project Management and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience. Daniel graduated from Hawkeye Community College in 2002 with an Associates degree in Architectural & Construction Technology.
Email: daniel.halbach@moderniowa.com
Larry Funston
Consultant - Oadbe Designers Inc.
Larry E. Funston has been a consultant for Optometric Architects for 15+ years. He's worked in Commercial Retail Design and Optometric/Opthalmology Facility Design for over 40 years and received his degree in Interior Design from Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada.
Email: lfunston@oadbe.com
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Courtney Chesmore
Interior Designer
Courtney Chesmore has been working at Optometric Architects since 2021. She graduated in 2014 from Hawkeye Community College with a degree in Applied Arts. She has 10+ years of experience in Commercial Furniture Design and Project Management. Courtney has experience with optometric offices, office spaces, and educational spaces.
Email: courtney@moderniowa.com
Erin Smith, Assoc. IIDA
Interior Designer
Erin Smith has been working with Optometric Architects since 2023. She started as an intern and has transitioned into a full-time Interior Designer. She graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Interior Design. She has experience with optometric offices and educational spaces. Erin also has an IIDA and NKBA.
Email: erin.smith@moderniowa.com
John Stensland
Design Professional
John Stensland has been working at Optometric Architects since 2020. He graduated in 2021 from Iowa State University with a degree in Community Regional Planning. He has 3 years of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience. He is currently pursuing a Master of Architecture from Iowa State University.
Email: john.stensland@moderniowa.com
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Nathan Luzindya
CAD Specialist
Nathan Luzindya has been working at Optometric Architects since 2021. He graduated from Kirkwood Community College with a degree in Architectural Technology in 2020 and has 3 years of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience. He is currently in school at Dunwoody School of Design pursuing a B.A. in Architecture.
Email: nathan.luzindya@moderniowa.com
Jacob Hayworth
CAD Specialist
Jacob Hayworth has been working at Optometric Architects since 2023. He graduated from Wartburg College in May 2023 with a B.A. in both Engineering Science and Religion. He has 4 years of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience.
Email: jacob.hayworth@moderniowa.com
