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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...

June 17, 2025
McAllister Lofts

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...

May 17, 2025
DEI Architectural Design

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,...

November 17, 2024
Incorporating green design in modern architecture for a sustainable future.

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...

October 15, 2024
Red Lion Controls

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...

August 25, 2024
Maximizing Flexibility and Adaptiveness

Proven Strategies for Flexible and Adaptable Industrial Design

The industrial design landscape is continuously changing, and so are tenant demands. Since the global pandemic, there has been an increased prioritization of developing smart, adaptable industrial spaces that support...

June 10, 2024