Building a Library 101: A Roadmap to the Future
Planning a new library? Our guide walks you through the essential steps—from writing an RFP and securing funding to incorporating sustainable, adaptable design elements that meet the needs of a modern community library.
Office Space Trends in the Manufacturing Industry
Incorporate these 5 design trends into your office environment to support employee recruitment and retention.
Unique Features of Montessori Architecture
Well-designed Montessori learning environments support hands-on learning for all ages.
Designing Manufacturing Plants for Employee Retention
Practical strategies to enhance manufacturing plant environments and boost the employee experience without costly investments.
Future-Proof Library Design Strategies
If you’re a library director wondering whether your library will stand the test of time, here is an overview of the design features that can serve as a litmus test.
Seven Affordable Design Features to Make Your Space More Earth-Conscious
Sustainable design doesn’t have to mean expensive design. Here are just a few ways your project can be kind to the planet, your users, and your budget.
Podcast: Office Space for Manufacturing Plants
Take a moment to envision your manufacturing plant’s future state. What do the administrative environments look like? Are the offices open or enclosed? Where are the cafeterias or locker rooms? Today on The Discovery Phase Podcast, let’s dive into the plant features that will improve your team’s efficiency, boost collaboration, and increase employee retention.
Podcast: Student Involvement in the Design Process
Is your design partner involving students in the design process? If not, you’re missing out on some important insights.
Podcast: Library Space Utilization Assessments
Are books going away? How do people use a library in 2023? How can libraries adapt their spaces to meet today’s needs? An architect and interior designer weigh in.
Design Forecast 2023: K-12 Education
2023 is finally here! To celebrate, C2AE’s designers shared a few of the trends in K12 learning environments that they believe will carry into the new year and beyond.
Daverman Hall Wins 2022 IIDA Award
Cornerstone University's newly renovated Daverman Hall was honored at the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Michigan Chapter 2022 MiDesign Gala on April 22, earning the Renovation Award.
7 Library Design Trends for a Changing World
Libraries have always been a vital resource in their neighborhoods, evolving as community needs change. So what do cutting-edge libraries look like in the information age, especially post-pandemic?
Is LEED Building Certification Worth It?
LEED certification can enhance sustainability, reduce environmental impact, and boost marketability, but it requires careful cost-benefit analysis and planning with an experienced design team.