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Published by global design firm Stantec, this eclectic blog features viewpoints, insights, and explanations from Stantec architects, engineers, and designers, on a range of issues impacting the fabric of our communities. Our contributors share their thoughts about design trends, emerging technologies, vexing challenges, and inspired solutions. For more blog posts, visit: www.stantec.com.

Office Buildings | Stantec | Mar 2, 2018

Give your HQ some heart: Creating branded workplaces

These days, if your office space isn’t a true reflection of your brand, you’ve missed a big opportunity to connect with your audience.

Urban Planning | Stantec | Feb 26, 2018

A new way to approach community involvement for brownfield projects

A new community engagement program works with young adults to help the future of the neighborhood and get others involved.

Resiliency | Stantec | Nov 15, 2017

Resilient design for waterfront buildings: a real estate win-win in vulnerable area

The developer sees resilient developments achieving top-of-market pricing, faster leasing, higher renewal, and higher occupancy rates.

Healthcare Facilities | Stantec | Oct 25, 2017

Creating child-friendly healthcare spaces: Five goals for success

Children often accompany parents or grandparents in medical settings; what can we do to address their unique needs?

Architects | Stantec | Sep 25, 2017

Blending past, present, and future at a research center

The four-part mission of a garden of scientific research helped drive the design for the Beijing New Material Research & Development Center.

Healthcare Facilities | Stantec | Aug 28, 2017

5 elements for a healthy medical lounge

When done right, medical staff lounges are an essential part of the healthcare workplace.

Senior Living Design | Stantec | Jul 31, 2017

How technology will change senior care

When a family member can no longer be cared for in their current home, they require specialized care that is only available in a long-term care center.

Designers | Stantec | Jul 19, 2017

5 laws every designer can live by

What is design? Who are designers? And are there any common laws or rules than can unite the many types of design that exist?

Stantec | Jun 30, 2017

Designing for academics and student life in the middle of a city

Labs are designed by discipline, aligned by relevant commonalities, and adjoined to flexible faculty research stations.

Retail Centers | Stantec | Jun 21, 2017

Creating communities from defunct malls

It’s time to plan for the suburban retail reset—and it starts by rethinking the traditional mall.

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