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Bridging the Gap: Authentic Marketing & Enrollment in Higher Education
Podcast 06.11.2025
Bridging the Gap: Authentic Marketing and Enrollment in Higher Education This podcast episode delves into the critical role marketing and enrollment play in shaping the overall campus experience. From first impressions to long-term engagement, the conversation highlights how authentic messaging and strategic outreach can attract and retain the right students.
Rethinking the Modern Office
Blog Post 06.03.2025
Rethinking the Modern Office: How Space Optimization Powers the Hybrid Workplace Space optimization is about creating intentional, adaptable workplaces that support evolving workstyles and business goals. This blog explores how hybrid work, technology, and shifting expectations are reshaping corporate real estate strategies.
Game Plan: Athletics & Growth in Higher Education
Podcast 05.23.2025
Game Plan: Athletics and Growth in Higher Education This episode explores how independent colleges leverage athletics to enhance admissions, balance budgets, and optimize campus spaces. Our expert guests share strategies and insights on program growth, space repurposing, and the evolving role of athletics in higher education.
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Blog Post 05.07.2025
From Simulation to Reality: How Design Impacts Nursing Education and Practice Explore how intentional design in nursing simulation centers boosts student confidence, clinical readiness, and long-term retention—featuring insights from Galen College of Nursing’s Louisville Simulation Center.
CFOs and Campus Futures: Innovating Financial Strategy in Higher Education
Podcast 04.25.2025
CFOs and Campus Futures: Innovating Financial Strategy in Higher Education In this episode, we explore how CFOs are redefining financial strategy to drive innovation, resilience, and long-term success across higher education campuses. Featuring insights from industry leaders, the conversation highlights emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of campus planning and investment.
Adapting for Tomorrow: Resilience and Leadership in the Manufacturing and Industrial Sector
Blog Post 04.07.2025
Adapting for Tomorrow: Resilience and Leadership in the Manufacturing and Industrial Sector The IAMC Spring Forum highlighted the need for resilience, strategic planning, and adaptable, human-centric design in the industrial sector. Industry leaders shared insights on turning disruption into opportunity through smart infrastructure and inspiring leadership.
The Stickiness of Hybrid Work: How Workplace Design Is Evolving
Blog Post 03.25.2025
The Stickiness of Hybrid Work: How Workplace Design Is Evolving Hybrid work has become integral to workplace culture, requiring organizations to rethink office design to encourage in-person interaction, build trust, and foster social cohesion. By prioritizing flexibility, collaborative spaces, and amenity-rich environments, companies can create workplaces employees are drawn to, ensuring hybrid work remains an effective model for the future.
Crafting the Campus of Tomorrow: Designing Spaces for a Diverse Student Population
Blog Post 02.27.2025
College Campus Design: Crafting Spaces for a Diverse Student Population Today’s college students are more diverse than ever, requiring institutions to rethink how they design campuses to support a broad spectrum of learners. Modern campus planning can enhance student success through rapid-paced convenience, accessible services, and dynamic learning spaces.
Shaping the Future: Designing Campus Spaces for a Changing Student Population
Podcast 02.20.2025
Shaping the Future: Designing Campus Spaces for a Changing Student Population As the student population continues to evolve, traditional residential campuses must adapt to meet the needs of a broader range of learners. In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities facing higher education, from shifting enrollment trends to the reimagining of campus spaces and funding strategies, all with the goal of creating vibrant, inclusive learning environments for the future.
Manufacturing the Future: Innovation and Talent at VEGA
Podcast 02.10.2025
Manufacturing the Future: Innovation and Talent at VEGA In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, retaining top talent goes beyond wages—it’s about creating worker-friendly environments that enhance productivity, well-being, and job satisfaction. This episode explores how thoughtful design can give manufacturers a strategic advantage in attracting and retaining skilled employees.
The Future of Learning: Designing Classrooms for Engagement and Innovation
Podcast 01.29.2025
The Future of Learning: Designing Classrooms for Engagement and Innovation In this episode, we explore how integrating pedagogy, space, and technology can transform classroom design in higher education. Our experts discuss the critical role of flexible environments, active learning strategies, and cutting-edge technology in enhancing student engagement and academic success. Learn how thoughtful design can create more effective and dynamic learning experiences.
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White Paper 01.02.2025
What Is the Value of the Workplace? The workplace is a dynamic ecosystem that integrates people, space, and technology to foster productivity, innovation, and organizational culture. As hybrid work evolves, a well-designed workplace remains vital, balancing individual needs, team performance, and social connections while reflecting and shaping an organization's identity and culture.
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Press Release 06.23.2025
BHDP Architecture Expands Higher Education Leadership Team in Columbus BHDP Architecture has strengthened its Higher Education team in Columbus, OH, with the addition of Justin Kaden as Design Leader and the return of Derick Stadge as Client Leader. Their combined expertise will support the firm’s continued growth across the Midwest and Southeast.
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In the News 06.16.2025
BHDP Named One of Cincinnati's Top 150 Private Companies BHDP has been named one of the Cincinnati Business Courier’s Top 150 Private Companies for 2025, ranking #122 among firms that collectively generated over $67 billion in revenue. This recognition highlights BHDP’s continued growth, industry impact, and strong client partnerships across the Tri-State region.
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In the News 06.11.2025
84.51° Relocates to Panoramic Times Square Office in NYC 84.51° has relocated to a new 10,000-SF office on the 37th floor of 7 Times Square, designed by BHDP to balance tranquility with the dynamic energy of its surroundings. The space blends sophistication, collaboration, and brand authenticity to attract top talent and foster innovation.
Lobby of Fifth Thirds new renovated Louisville office
In the News 06.10.2025
Fifth Third Unveils New Office in Louisville, KY BHDP partnered with Fifth Third Bank to design a flexible, employee-centered office in Louisville’s NuLu Yard, reflecting the evolving needs of a hybrid workforce. The 10,000-SF space blends open collaboration areas, experiential graphics, and modern design elements to foster connection and productivity.
Lobby of Galen College of Nursing's New San Antonio Campus
In the News 06.03.2025
Galen College of Nursing Celebrates Grand Opening of New San Antonio Campus Galen College of Nursing celebrated the grand opening of its new 150,000-SF San Antonio campus, expanding access to high-quality nursing education amid a growing workforce shortage. Designed by BHDP, the facility features immersive learning environments, including simulated hospital settings and collaborative spaces, to prepare students for today’s healthcare challenges.
Rendering of Cedarville's New Apartment Complex Building
In the News 05.27.2025
Cedarville University Expands Student Housing to Meet Growing Enrollment BHDP is proud to support Cedarville University’s continued growth through the design of a new off-campus student apartment complex. Scheduled for completion by the 2026 academic year, the project will add 48 beds across four buildings to enhance student housing options.
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In the News 04.03.2025
BHDP Ranks As Cincinnati's #1 Largest Architectural Firm BHDP Architecture is honored to be recognized as the #1 largest architectural firm in Cincinnati by the Cincinnati Business Courier and ranked #8 in Central Ohio by Columbus Business First.
A rendering of Cedarville University's Bolthouse Academic Center
In the News 04.01.2025
Construction To Begin on Cedarville University’s $35M Bolthouse Academic Center BHDP is proud to be part of the team working on Cedarville University's newest facility, the Bolthouse Academic Center. With construction set to begin in May 2025, this $35 million project will provide state-of-the-art spaces for education, research, and student collaboration.
An exterior view of SIEMENS' Pomona, CA, manufacturing facility
In the News 03.20.2025
Siemens Opens State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facilities in California and Texas Siemens celebrated two monumental milestones in March with the grand openings of its cutting-edge manufacturing facilities in Pomona, CA, and Fort Worth, TX.
"Coming soon" is written on a window decal at Fifth Third's new Avondale branch
In the News 03.18.2025
BHDP Partners with Fifth Third to Bring New Branch to Avondale Fifth Third broke ground on a new full-service banking center in Cincinnati's Avondale neighborhood, set to open in late 2025, as part of its commitment to effect positive change in historically disinvested neighborhoods across the Bank’s 11-state footprint.
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In the News 01.01.2025
University of Kentucky Celebrates Topping-Out Ceremony for the Martin-Gatton Agricultural Sciences Building The University of Kentucky celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the Martin-Gatton Agricultural Sciences Building, a 66,000-SF facility designed by BHDP to enhance learning and collaboration in agriculture and environmental sciences, set to open in spring 2026.
VEGA's advanced manufacturing facility
In the News 12.19.2024
VEGA Americas Manufacturing Expansion Featured as Industrial Project to Watch VEGA Americas' 120,000-SF manufacturing expansion in Mason, OH, was recently recognized by The Enquirer as an industrial project to watch in the region.
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