Science Students Receive First-Class Educational Experience
The new Science Building at San Antonio College offers contemporary laboratories to support the college’s multiple science education programs with a focus on biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology. The purpose of the building is embedded in every detail. Organized into seven labs and three rooms that were combined into a single linear prep room, the…
Read MoreReimagining the Student Experience from the First Impression
The San Antonio College (SAC), award-winning Fletcher Administration Building (Fletcher) renovation, rejuvenated the heart of the campus. SAC reimagined and revolutionized the way administrative student services are delivered by creating a space that puts students first and allows staff members to serve as expert guides. SAC’s student population is primarily non-traditional students varying widely in…
Read MoreMagic Happens When Engineering & Interior Design Converge
by Jayna Duke, Associate Principal at O’Connell Robertson (Originally published by Civil + Structural Engineer) An eye-catching Interior Design (ID) scheme is often the first thing people notice when walking through a new building. However, these visible elements are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to creating ideal environments for each project….
Read MoreTop 4 Science Lab Design Factors
By: Cindy Villarreal This article was originally published by Spaces4Learning. College science labs are evolving as teaching and learning methods change. This adaptation includes increasing flexibility and the inclusion of both horizontal and vertical learning surfaces. Although student lab workstations are a critical component of any teaching lab, there are other factors that are just…
Read MoreAnnouncing the Kim Cochran Scholarship Endowment
O’Connell Robertson has endowed a scholarship at St. Edward’s University in memory of William Kimsey “Kim” Cochran. As Chief Operating Officer/Co-CEO, he was a huge force behind our mission driven approach through creative problem solving and design that would positively impact our communities. Kim made an indelible mark on the O’Connell Robertson family throughout his 26-year tenure. Kim was…
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