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A Holistic Approach Delivered Through Strategic Design Practices

BHDP’s markets include Workplace, Higher Education, Industrial, Discovery & Science, Healthcare, Community & Government, and Retail. Additionally, we provide services in architecture, experiential graphic design, interior design, master planning, and strategic services. 

With every project, we focus on creating environments that align our clients’ people, processes, and needs. We measure our success by achieving desired results for our clients.

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BHDP has over eight decades of experience serving clients worldwide.

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Drew Suszko

Drew Suszko

Workplace Market Leader, Partner

Paul Orban

Paul Orban

Higher Education Market Leader, Partner

Michael Verdier

Michael Verdier

Industrial Market Leader, Partner

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Todd Duwel

Community & Government Market Leader

Andrew McQuilkin

Andrew McQuilkin

Design Leader, Partner

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Manufacturing Growth Strategy Planning: A Step-By-Step Guide to Success
Published Articles 03.08.2023
Manufacturing Growth Strategy Planning: A Step-By-Step Guide to Success Manufacturers commonly overspend on capital investment by proceeding with facility expansions or new facility construction before they conduct a thorough due diligence assessment. To ensure long-term growth, understanding five things before making decisions will improve the outcome and mitigate risk.
Trends + Tension logo on blue overlaid aerial photo of Miami University's campus
White Paper 03.01.2023
Research on Campus Master Planning - A Survey of Presidents and Chief Financial Officers In his white paper, Paul Orban discusses his takeaways from a recent survey and roundtable focused on campus master planning. As colleges and universities look to better plan for the future, making strategic decisions that have the support of board members and trustees can make a huge difference.
A student works inside a lab that has a large window with a view to nature
Blog Post 02.21.2023
Designing the Infrastructure for Change As higher education buildings planned in the 1960s come to the end of their life, redevelopment of these buildings must last another 50 years. To meet the changing needs of students, there is a critical element we must factor into our designs: flexibility.
People viewing and interacting with Cloud Gate (The Bean) in Chicago, IL.
Blog Post 02.16.2023
Design for People in the Windy City A trip to Chicago calls for sightseeing, people-watching, and even furniture shopping. In his blog, Alejandro J. Medina examines where BHDP's "Design for People" philosophy is apparent and accompanies Manchester University in its quest for campus furniture.
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Press Release 01.23.2023
BHDP Architecture Names Margaret Lange as Director of Experiential Design Margaret Lange has been named Director of Experiential Design at BHDP Architecture. In this role, she will be responsible for expanding this practice across all markets as well as strengthening relationships with current and prospective clients.
Headshot of Samantha Delabar
Press Release 01.18.2023
BHDP Architecture Names Samantha Delabar as New Shareholder Samantha Delabar has been promoted to Shareholder at BHDP Architecture. Delabar has shown significant commitment and dedication to the firm during her tenure and is well deserving of this promotion. 
Woman shopping and choosing between two shirts
White Paper 01.13.2023
Making "Sense" of Retail Declan McCormack utilizes BHDP's recent shopper research survey data to identify ways in which retail designers can heighten or hinder the senses of their shoppers and the sensorial experience's effect on purchases.
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Blog Post 12.06.2022
Southeast Economic Outlook in Construction for 2023 and Beyond Michael Garvey reflects on his key takeaways from Clemson University’s 7th annual Construction Symposium. The day-long event focused on the current economic, political, and technological trends shaping the industry. 
Aerial view of walking trails at VEGA Americas' new campus in Mason, Ohio.
Published Articles 11.28.2022
Designing Industrial Sites To Be More Socially And Environmentally Responsible Developing projects that support ESG policies can help companies become more socially and environmentally responsible and use its implementation to attract and retain talent.
A speaker stands on stage during a higher education conference
Blog Post 11.17.2022
Reflections on Challenges and Opportunities Facing Higher Education Leaders Michael Garvey reflects on his experience speaking and attending the Leadership in Higher Education annual conference in Baltimore, MD. He reflects on what he learned and shares more about his presentation topic.
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Blog Post 11.14.2022
Key Learnings from the 2022 P3 Higher Education Summit Kevin Denman reflects on his experience at a recent conference, the 2022 P3 Higher Education Summit. He reflects on what he learned about P3 (public-private partnership) and its benefits.
Fifth Third Center at Fountain Square in Cincinnati, OH
Published Articles 10.26.2022
Creating Communities of Work: Creating Place in the Workplace In rethinking the workplace, other design-related fields and areas of scholarship can provide important insights regarding the intersection of people and place in communities, organizations, and companies.
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