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The Changing Face of Texas Architecture, Engineering and Interior Design Over the past 75 years, Texas has undergone a remarkable transformation, driven by population growth, urbanization, technological advancements, and a dynamic economy. The impact of these changes is visibly evident in the buildings and spaces that shape our communities. Since 1950, O’Connell Robertson has been…

Introduction: Understanding the Importance of Building Pressurization Building pressurization plays a crucial role in maintaining indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort. This case study explores a real-world pressurization issue encountered in a client’s facility, detailing the investigative approach, root cause analysis, and the implemented solution.   Background: Unexplained Ceiling Tile Displacement A client…

Comal ISD’s Farias-Spitzer Elementary School design has been recognized as an award-winning benchmark facility for its incorporation of next generation learning space design and planning methodologies. Learning by Design has designated this as an Outstanding Project in their Fall 2024 Architecture and Interior Design Awards of Excellence edition. O’Connell Robertson’s innovative design was inspired by…

Healthcare facilities are critical to the well-being of communities, and their design must respond to the unique needs of the populations they serve. As architects and engineers, we play a pivotal role in this process to create facilities that provide effective patient care, operational efficiency and ongoing contributions to community well-being. Our long-term relationships with…

It is easy to blame duct leakage when Test and Balance (TAB) results aren’t adding up. But could the issue be improper balancing instead? Over the years, I’ve seen many projects where discrepancies in airflow readings were hastily attributed to duct leakage. This assumption often lacks thorough proof. It is important to remember that simply…