Ground Broken on Wichita Biomedical Campus Project

Ground Broken on Wichita Biomedical Campus Project

The $172.5-million, eight-story, 350,000-square-foot building is expected to open in 2027. The Wichita Biomedical Campus (WBC) represents a partnership among Wichita State University (WSU), The University of Kansas (KU) and WSU Tech. The consortium of schools looked to the design team of Kansas City-based Helix Architecture + Design and Los Angeles-based CO Architects to create…

Design Resiliency Often Means Going Beyond Building Code Requirements

Design Resiliency Often Means Going Beyond Building Code Requirements

With extreme weather events on the rise, constructing more resilient facilities requires taking extra steps. As the deadly Los Angeles wildfires have affirmed, the stakes are high for institutional and commercial facilities with facility executives establishing a goal of restoring operations as soon as possible following natural disasters. Beyond the substantial capital required for repairs,…

Green light for Brookfield Properties’ redevelopment plans of 99 Bishopsgate

Green light for Brookfield Properties’ redevelopment plans of 99 Bishopsgate

Brookfield Properties has secured approval from the City of London’s Planning Committee for a new 54-storey office tower at 99 Bishopsgate, combined with over more than 60,000 sq ft of vibrant public and cultural amenities. Meeting the evolving needs of the future City workforce, the development is expected to deliver one million sq ft of…

Facilities Management: The Foundation of School Safety

Facilities Management: The Foundation of School Safety

Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff is paramount for schools, but this presents major challenges. Schools are active, high-volume environments with a high potential for accidents. Just between 2015 and 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that close to 70,000 school workers suffered injuries resulting from a slip, trip,…

Industry Outlook Highlights Interior Design Trends for 2025

Industry Outlook Highlights Interior Design Trends for 2025

The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) has released its 2025 Trends Outlook report, offering a comprehensive analysis of the evolving forces shaping the interior design landscape. Addressing changes in lifestyles, wellness, technology, the workforce, and the economy, the report explores a growing focus on creating environments that inspire joy, foster well-being, and harmonize sustainability…

Aligning Construction and Facility Activities to Minimize Problems

Aligning Construction and Facility Activities to Minimize Problems

Project managers need to address risks early to prevent issues during construction and renovation projects. Designing healthcare facilities is quite complex, particularly as it relates to creating synergies between programming and operational efficiencies. These foundational elements must work hand in hand with constructability to create a successful experience for the end user. If these are…