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Construction completed on transformative Dallas County South Dallas Government Center designed by KAI

Construction completed on transformative Dallas County South Dallas Government Center designed by KAI

Posted by | May 14, 2021 | 0 |

The recently completed Dallas County South Dallas Government Center designed by KAI, thoughtfully combines the amenities of a modern, sustainable facility with a socially conscious design emphasizing justice equality. “An emerging theme on how architecture and the construction process can speak towards the inequities of our society has evolved. As a governmental facility, the architecture, art integration, and design embrace a theme of restorative justice,” said Derwin Broughton, AIA, NCARB, Principal at KAI. “The undertone of the project is rooted in the ideal of restorative justice which elevates the human experience by promoting equitable environments and opportunities for people from all walks of life.”

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Sheehan Nagle Hartray Architects hires Catherine Murray as Principal

Sheehan Nagle Hartray Architects hires Catherine Murray as Principal

Posted by | Sep 1, 2020 | 0 |

Chicago-based Sheehan Nagle Hartray Architects (SNHA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Catherine Murray as Principal. Murray comes to SNHA from O2 Design (formerly oslund.and.assoc.) where she served as principal of the Chicago office. With over 30 years of experience in urban design, planning and landscape architecture, her ability to creatively tackle complex design challenges has produced award-winning solutions nationally and internationally.  

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Ashley McGraw Architects Names New Associate Principal

Ashley McGraw Architects Names New Associate Principal

Posted by | Sep 26, 2018 | 0 |

Ashley McGraw Architects is pleased to announce the promotion of Daniel Donovan AIA, LEED AP, BD+C to Associate Principal. “I’m looking forward to playing an expanded role on our team,” said Donovan. “Ashley McGraw has always been invested in the progressive practice of architecture, including sustainability, design, and project management. It gives us—and in turn our clients—an edge on delivering work that surpasses expectations.”

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The Economics of Biophilia: Healthcare

The Economics of Biophilia: Healthcare

Posted by | Sep 12, 2018 | 0 |

Evidence suggests that natural light, access to nature, and views of nature should be incorporated into design for healthcare facilities. While there are initial upfront costs to this design, the growing body of research shows that the payback is quantifiable in patient and staff benefits. Scientific studies continue to support the integration of nature into hospital settings for patient wellness, increased profit margins, and reduced hospital budgets.

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Sustainability in Healthcare Interior Design

Sustainability in Healthcare Interior Design

Posted by | Aug 8, 2018 | 0 |

When designing for healthcare, there is a delicate balance between sustainability and performance. It is critical for products to perform to the rigors of 24/7 use and stand up to harsh cleaning practices. Thankfully, manufacturers have risen to the challenge. There have been leaps and bounds made in the technologies used to produce these green, yet resilient products.

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SweisKloss design and construct firm unveils new name and brand identity

SweisKloss design and construct firm unveils new name and brand identity

Posted by | Jun 6, 2018 | 0 |

“I started the firm as an architecture firm. Shortly thereafter, we decided architecture was not enough so we became an architecture and interior design firm. Several years went by and we decided to do construction as well so we could build our projects the way they were meant to be built. This takes a lot of pressure off our clients and allows us to manage the process,” said Sweis. The new name and brand identity aligns with the firm’s dedication to breaking the boundaries between architecture, design and construction management.

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Cradle to Cradle Certified products

The Cradle to Cradle program certifies products based on five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. Click here to see a list of building supply & materials, as well as other products, that are Cradle to Cradle certified.

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