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White Paper 10.07.2024
Integrating Pedagogy, Space, and Technology for Optimal Classroom Design Experts were asked a series of questions to solicit insights on various topics, including their perspectives on the most effective pedagogical approaches for student learning, engagement, and satisfaction and how emerging technologies—such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and virtual reality—affect pedagogical delivery and classroom design.
Aerial view of VEGA Americas manufacturing floor
Blog Post 10.04.2024
Navigating the Challenges of Advanced Manufacturing Facility Planning and Design Successful advanced manufacturing facility planning and design require a blend of foresight, expertise, and collaboration. By embracing these principles, companies can navigate the complexities of the modern industrial landscape and position themselves for sustained success.
A female doctor discussing their care plan with a patient
Published Articles 09.25.2024
The Patient Experience: Design’s Impact On The Bottom Line The HCAHPS survey primarily measures patient satisfaction with medical services but overlooks the broader patient experience, which encompasses physical, mental, and emotional elements. By focusing on holistic design elements such as natural light, private rooms, and patient-centered spaces, healthcare facilities can enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction, leading to better financial performance.
Customers walking around inside of the Fifth Third CVG Branch
Blog Post 09.20.2024
Future of Retail Banking Customers today expect seamless, personalized experiences across all touchpoints, driven by the rise of remote work and digital conveniences like DoorDash and Netflix. In response, banks must adopt a "phygital" approach that integrates both physical and digital services to meet a wide spectrum of customer needs, from hands-on interactivity to fully digital, self-service solutions.
Before and after photos of UNC Rosenhau Auditorium
Blog Post 09.10.2024
Revitalizing Campus Spaces: Making a Big Difference with Limited Resources While large-scale renovations or new constructions can transform a campus, small, strategic changes can also make a significant impact. With limited resources and tight budgets, campus leaders can enhance their environment effectively by focusing on targeted renovations and smart adjustments.
A lab worker in Clippinger Lab at Ohio University
Published Articles 08.28.2024
The Evolution of Lab Operations The discovery and science landscapes are evolving. When comprehensive investments are made at the design onset, the orchestration of people, processes, tools, and technologies is more likely to be improved. Highlighting trends like automation, data integration, and modular designs, this article discusses how these advancements are making labs more flexible, efficient, and collaborative while enhancing safety and productivity.
Students gather on a staircase inside University of St. Francis Achatz Hall
White Paper 08.22.2024
Designing for the Future: Meeting Generation Alpha's Student Life Needs in Higher Education To better design higher education environments for students, BHDP created a predictive model for Generation Alpha’s future higher education needs, specifically focusing on student life in a residential campus setting.
Spaces that facilitate collaboration and team interaction enhance the ability of a program to review and analyze data to ensure its accuracy and relevancy to the research objective.
Published Articles 08.05.2024
Integrating AI: How to Incorporate Artificial Intelligence Into the Laboratory of the Future AI will play a significant role in how science and technology research environments are planned, constructed, and operated in the near and distant future. It’s important to examine AI as an instrument to enhance, rather than replace, the skill and expertise of researchers, managers, and owners.
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Blog Post 08.02.2024
Beyond Efficiency and Effectiveness: Understanding and Measuring the Work Experience In pondering “experience,” we have used the “Three Es” Framework, a widely used conceptual framework for judging project performance. While many organizations are all too aware of effectiveness and efficiency, experience is, and has historically been, the overlooked third E… until now.
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