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Our Commitment
At BHDP, our promise to Design for People is the result of an elevated commitment to designing spaces and experiences that promote the health of people and the communities we impact.
With LEED- and WELL-Accredited Professionals on staff, we infuse our philosophy to deliver sustainable experiences and best practices into every project. We also help our clients gain a deeper understanding of how their people and environmental goals can inform design decisions that impact health, wellbeing, productivity, project lifecycle, and ultimately our global ecosystem. We recognize the importance that design has on indoor air quality, reduced energy usage and water consumption, occupant comfort, access to nature, and opportunities to live an active lifestyle.
Sustainable Spaces
We help your organization achieve its energy goals—with energy efficient options like the 375KW solar array that supports Toyota’s 2050 Challenge (Carbon Neutral by 2050).
At the VEGA Headquarters, the walking path provides employees with a direct outlet to nature.
Focusing on active design, we create spaces with easy access to stairs as well as physical and visual ergonomics.
Through flexible spaces that provide access to nature, people can integrate the outdoors into their workday.
For Toyota, our designs provided a range of ergonomic seating styles, daylight throughout the space, individual lighting, and temperature control to support their team members.
At Ohio University, we incorporated access to daylight and scenic views in 75% of the New Chemistry Building.
2M+
SF in LEED-certified spaces designed by BHDP
50+
Number of years BHDP has committed to sustainable design at our firm
13
Years we have supported the UC Monzel Endowed Professorship, honoring former employee Carl Monzel, to advance sustainability education
Our Work
Sustainability in Action
How We Elevate Our Promise
Our Six Focus Areas
Indoor Air Quality
- Air Quality
- Material Selection
- Enhanced Ventilation
Energy
- Energy Modeling
- Mechanical and Electrical Opportunities
Water
- Water Reduction
- Water Quality
- Drinking Water Promotion
- Water Trends
Occupant Comfort
- Acoustical Comfort
- Thermal Comfort
- Daylighting Strategies
- Lighting Level
- Lighting Color Temperature
Access to Nature
- Biophilic Design
- Access to Views
- Restorative Spaces
- Mindfulness
Active Design
- Activity Spaces
- Access to Stairs
- Visual and Physical Ergonomics