Perspectives

April 22, 2025

Taking on PFAS in Design: BWBR Sheds Light on the Cost of “Forever Chemicals”

The latest Side of Design podcast pulls back the curtain on PFAS, the infamous "forever chemicals."

March 25, 2025

BWBR’s 2024 Scholarship Recipients Challenge Injustice in Design

This year's scholarship winners aren't waiting until graduation to tackle the industry's most pressing questions about who benefits from the spaces we build—and who doesn't.

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February 26, 2025

Designing a Career Path: Navigating Unexpected Professional Journeys

The path to professional fulfillment isn't always a straight line, and the stories of some of our BWBR team members prove just that.

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January 31, 2025

Beyond Athletics: Driving Enrollment, Wellness, and Campus Identity in Higher Education

Athletic facilities do more than house sports programs—they create spaces where students thrive, communities connect, and institutions grow.

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December 12, 2024

Side of Design in Review: Top Episodes of 2024

With 12 episodes, nearly 30 guests, and a wide range of exciting topics spanning architecture and design, we’re celebrating another...

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November 21, 2024

The Interplay of Design, Engineering and Contracting in Science + Tech

Design, engineering, and contractor teams partner closely to coordinate advanced MEP systems and intricate space planning.

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October 29, 2024

Revolutionizing Employee Engagement: Insights from BWBR on a People-First Culture

Employee engagement goes beyond happiness and job satisfaction—those are byproducts of something deeper.

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September 25, 2024

The Price is Right: Considerations in Design Fee Development

Despite being a sensitive topic, money is central to any project—managing costs, remaining on budget, and achieving maximum value per dollar spent are all critical to a successful design.

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August 27, 2024

A Safe Space to Heal: Balancing Safety and Comfort in Behavioral Health Design

Like any other healthcare facility, behavioral health environments must be comforting places to heal. But these spaces pose unique considerations to keep patients safe.

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July 22, 2024

Anatomy of a Simulation Space: Designing for the Future of Healthcare Training

Simulation spaces are high-tech, realistic environments designed to train both students preparing for careers in healthcare and medical professionals learning new skills.

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