Planning a New Facility? Key Principles of Industrial Building Design
Industrial facilities today are expected to do much more than house equipment and inventory. Modern industrial building design must support complex workflows, evolving technologies, strict safety requirements, and the ability...
Breathing New Life into Old Buildings: Adaptive Reuse in York, PA
Picture an old, dilapidated warehouse. It might have vines growing up its façade, broken windows, and be riddled with graffiti. Now, imagine the same structure transformed into a chic Americana...
Planning for Resilience: Hurricane-Ready Architecture for the Gulf Coast
We’re in the middle of hurricane season. As the climate changes over time, architectural designers must develop new strategies and build beyond these massive storms. Unfortunately, we’ve already witnessed firsthand...
Back to School, Built to Last: Designing Educational Spaces for the Future
Each fall, the sound of school bells signals not just the start of a new academic year, but also a renewed focus on the environments where learning happens. Schools aren’t...
Designing for Heat: Sustainable Architecture for Hot Summer Climates
The Earth’s average surface temperature has increased by 2°F, making the abnormal the new norm. Modern buildings are not equipped to handle the ever-evolving climate conditions that are expected to...
Designing for Play, Wellness, and Connection: Building Recreational Facilities That Serve the Community
Connection is at the heart of every thriving community. Recreational facilities foster these ties, providing a space where residents can socialize, play, celebrate, and engage in physical activity. However, it’s...
Bright Lights, Smart, Sustainable City: The Evolution of Urban Design
As our world changes, so does the way we live within it. Urban design reflects our shifting societal values, economic priorities, and technological capabilities. From addressing the basic needs of...
DEI Architectural Design: 5 Tips for Creating Comfortable, Functional Spaces for All
Architects are innovative creatives who envision all aspects of a built environment in ways others cannot, including essential elements that can often be overlooked. This includes designs that promote diversity,...
Green Commercial Buildings: 5 Principles for Sustainable and Efficient Design
According to the World Green Building Council, building construction and operation are responsible for almost 40% of the world’s carbon emissions. With more businesses and homeowners prioritizing sustainability, there is...
Designing for Success: 5 Key Elements of High-Performance Commercial Buildings
Occupant demands are rising. They want more from commercial building designs than chic aesthetics and modern comforts. People now expect retail stores, offices, and restaurants to protect the planet, support...