Ask an Expert: Is it Actually Duct Leakage?
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…
Read MoreDesigning for Community and Growth
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…
Read MoreBuilding the “Community” into Community Healthcare
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…
Read MoreCTE Learning Environments: Flexing for the Future
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…
Read More5 Things You Need to Know About MEP Design for Healthcare Projects
We sat down with Ted Davison, HFDP LEED AP, Principal, to discuss 5 things you need to know about MEP design for healthcare projects. Ted joined O’Connell Robertson nearly 22 years ago. In that time, he has become regarded as one of the most knowledgeable mechanical designers for healthcare environments in the Central Texas region….
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