From sizzling heat waves to devastating hurricanes, the impacts of a rapidly changing climate have made headline news in recent years as extreme weather wreaks havoc on communities around the world. These events highlight our vulnerability and serve as a wake-up call – a harsh reminder that the built environment...
Read MoreConstructing a new building is an incredibly complex feat requiring tons of time, money and collaboration between architects, engineers, contractors and clients. On average, most commercial buildings take 5-7 years to go from concept to completion! As someone interested in architecture and construction, I wanted to walk through the major...
Read MoreDesigning a positive, inspiring workplace isn’t just about choosing furniture and paint colors. It requires thinking holistically about how the physical space impacts employees' wellbeing, focus, collaboration, and creativity day-to-day. Work environments shape how people feel, think, and interact with colleagues and can have a major influence on satisfaction, productivity,...
Read MoreDeveloping a solid building program is kinda like laying the foundation for a new house. You need to do the groundwork upfront to ensure the entire structure doesn’t sink or crack later on. For any major construction project, having a detailed program that outlines the client's wants and needs is...
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