Browsing Category: Higher Ed

Magic 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….

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Top 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…

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Announcing 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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Optimizing Indoor Air Quality in School Settings

Optimal learning environments not only enhance education, but they also support the health and well-being of students and staff. As students and staff in some communities are cautiously returning to campuses, O’Connell Robertson is proud to design spaces that are aesthetically pleasing, while also ensuring that the indoor air quality allows students to occupy these…

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Design Tips for Setting up School in a Home Environment

Back to school looks a little different this year, but O’Connell Robertson wants to continue our annual tradition of bringing you design strategies for enhancing learning and engagement during this transition. As virtual learning becomes the norm for many districts, there is much information available to help you set a schedule, encourage a routine, and…

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