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For hundreds, if not thousands, of years, buildings have brought communities together. Whether schools, churches, offices, entertainment venues, or other types of facilities, community gathering places are not a new concept. However, more and more, building design and functionality are being intentionally crafted to integrate with and support the communities they serve. Planning for the…

A Holistic View of Healthcare The delivery and accessibility of healthcare is ever evolving, particularly as it becomes more personalized and prioritized at the individual and community levels. As Central Texas continues to grow, the population shifts are driving a new look at how to deliver optimum care across multiple medical specialties. Not only are…

CTE Learning Environments: Flexing for the Future Written By: Jayna Duke, IIDA, LEED AP, Principal, Interiors Practice Leader    Over the past few decades, Career & Technology Education (CTE) has evolved in unexpected ways. From floral design to robotics, to coding and technology, and media of all types – CTE isn’t a new concept, but…

Six Steps to Designing Your Dream Library By: Jayna Duke, Associate Principal at O’Connell Robertson Libraries have radically changed over the last couple decades. Although these spaces look and sound very different from the library of a 1980s film, their purpose remains unchanged. Libraries are spaces to gather and share knowledge and resources. The way…

CONGRATULATIONS! Announcing 2021 Leadership Promotions O’Connell Robertson is pleased to celebrate the promotion of six exceptional team members through our Associate Program. As leaders in the firm, they bring specialized knowledge and expertise, are team-oriented and exhibit our core values of integrity, dedication, professionalism, creativity, and courage. “Their unique strengths and contributions are making a…