Todd Stone: Designing the Veterans Community Project
On this episode of Tips for Change, we’re joined by Todd Stone, Principal Architect and Owner of Stone Group Architects.
The conversation highlights Todd's involvement in philanthropic efforts, particularly in supporting veterans through the Veterans Community Project (VCP) in Sioux Falls.
Todd, a military veteran and owner of Stone Group Architects, supports projects helping veterans. He believes small businesses should help social causes and be involved in the community.
Todd shares the impact the Veteran’s Community Project has, highlighting the sense of hope and community it provides to veterans in need. He discusses how architecture can address major issues such as veteran homelessness and how design choices can improve the mental well-being of veterans.
To hear the entire conversation with Todd, you can listen to the full episode on Spotify or iTunes.
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About Todd:
Todd is the Principal Architect at Stone Group. While growing up in Sioux Falls and Brandon, Todd spent his summers in Northern Minnesota with his Dad, often with a hammer in his hand.
His grandfather, father, and uncles were all contractors who persuaded Todd to pursue a career in engineering. But it was his grandfather, Warren, who originally put the architect bug in his ear as an 8th grader after meeting with an architect on a job site.
“My father and grandfather were a huge influence on me and I looked up to them in many ways,” Todd says. “I owe all of my success to my family. They have always been my biggest supporters.”
When not creating amazing spaces, Todd likes to spend his time outdoors with his family. Fishing, hunting, camping, and watching the Minnesota Vikings are just a few of his hobbies. Todd retired from the Army Reserves with over 23 years as a Combat Engineer, Construction Supervisor, and Military Instructor.
