Future-proofing is a strategic approach that architects and builders use when designing buildings. The concept is all about predicting potential future challenges—  anything from environmental pressures, such as extreme weather conditions, to societal changes, like new technology demands. 

By anticipating these factors, a building can remain functional and relevant, even as times change. The goal is to prevent a building from becoming obsolete or outdated, ensuring it can serve its purpose for many years to come. Download our top 4 tips for future proofing your next building below! 

As communities evolve and urban landscapes change, fire stations stand as vital pillars of safety and emergency response. The demands placed on these stations continue to evolve, prompting architects and designers to innovate in their approach to fire station design. 

Download our thoughts on the top three design trends shaping the future of fire stations below!

Communities are built through connections between people. Running into neighbors at the grocery store, sharing a commute, or getting to know the regulars at coffee shops, dog parks, and libraries, creates shared bonds between residents and enhances our well-being.
 

Communities and local governments are increasingly seeking to create these conditions of serendipity and overlap, as well as resource and programming efficiencies, through developing shared or merged facilities. Below, we explore the top benefits and our approach to planning and designing multi-function community facilities.