GOOD DESIGN = BETTER LIVES
QC10 Architects, LLC was formed by firm principal Thane Magelky in late 2018 with a simple goal in mind, to “create buildings that better the lives of those who experience them.”
Everything we design influences someone’s life, for better or for worse. We believe that by paying attention to the little things, listening intently to our clients and building users, then using our expertise to design in response to their needs and wants, we can create building environments that enhance and facilitate their lives.
Be Part of Something Great
QC10 Architects is seeking an experienced Architectural Designer to contribute to our purpose-driven studio. This role is ideal for a passionate individual who excels in both creativity and precision, bringing value to projects through innovative ideas and effective collaboration.
Thane Magelky, AIA, NCARB Principal
QC10 Architect principal Thane Magelky grew up largely in the small Wyoming town of Thermopolis. Thane’s experiences in Thermopolis working for his father’s small construction company, in 4-H, hunting and fishing, and school activities all contributed to his interests in architecture, love of the outdoors, and commitment to building better communities.
Rhe wide open and rugged spaces of Wyoming have contributed immensely to Thane’s perception and appreciation of architecture and its place in the environment, a quality that served him well when he discovered himself in Fairbanks, Alaska following architecture school at the University of Oklahoma. Like Wyoming, Alaska is a land of wild and open spaces and Thane immediately felt at home there.
During his time in Alaska Thane was able to refine his craft, learning the difficulties of marrying good functional, aesthetically pleasing design with the complexities of a harsh environment. He contributed significantly to several award-winning projects at the offices of Bettisworth North before working for the University of Alaska Fairbanks as a tenured faculty member of their Community and Technical College’s Construction Management and Drafting programs.
In 2016 an opportunity came up for Thane to return home to Wyoming. The opportunity to work in his home state was too much to pass up. Since his return, Thane has worked on a diverse range of projects including university research labs, a Game & Fish conservation camp, residences, school and offices.</p>
Thane is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), maintains a National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) record, and is a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP).
Mike Butcher, CFO
Mike joined the firm in 2020 and became a partner in 2021. He has over 30 years functioning as a Financial Manager in various industries ranging from technical service firms to banking and then to the uranium mining industry. In addition to providing financial and admin experience to the private sector, Mike worked in the public sector providing financial and administrative service in his role as Budget Director for Sheridan County.
Mike takes care of QC10 operations and is available to apply his MBA and many years of experience in finance and business to assist us with projects when expertise in data analysis, project feasibility, and marketing are needed.
Matt Tompkins, Project Manager
Matt Tompkins joined QC10 Architects team in May of 2021. Matt was born and raised in Sheridan, studied architecture at Montana State where he received both his Bachelor and Master of Architecture degrees, and returned home to Sheridan where he has spent his career. Over his 30 years in practice he has provided architectural design, project management, building code analysis, construction document production, and construction administration on notable projects in Sheridan and throughout the state. Matt has an eye for details and design, and you find evidence of those skills in local museums and schools and numerous University of Wyoming buildings.
Jenna Brown, Project Manager
Jenna Brown joined QC10 Architects in May of 2021. She has over 25 years of experience in architectural design and engineering. Jenna grew up in the Tongue River Valley and returned to Sheridan to pursue her career after receiving an Architectural Engineering degree from the University of Wyoming. At QC10, Jenna serves as Project Manager for architectural projects from start to finish where she is responsible for working closely with Owners for the entire length of the project to provide programming, design, construction documents and construction administration. Her degree in Architectural Engineering allows her to provide in depth coordination between architectural design and structural engineering. Jenna is an exceptional project manager and has at some point in her career contributed her thoughtful and comprehensive design approach on many of the schools in Sheridan County.
Ann Borsheim, Interior Designer
Ann Borsheim has been with QC10 Architects since February or 2022. She is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and a graduate of South Dakota State University. She has been actively involved in interior design for over 30 years, during which time she has created scores of tasteful interior environments for her residential and commercial clients in both new construction and remodels. Her interior design capabilities include design and procurement of FF&E for many projects. Ann’s extensive knowledge of interior finishes ensures our clients get the right finish for the job.
Sydnee Ordahl, Interior Designer
Sydnee joined QC10 Architects in June 2024 after earning her degree in Design, Merchandising, and Textiles with a concentration in Interior Design from the University of Wyoming. Sydnee was largely raised in Sheridan, bringing both a local perspective and creative energy to the team. Since joining the firm, she has taken on a variety of roles, from marketing support and drafting to document preparation and design, contributing to projects with enthusiasm and attention to detail.” All other team members are the same.