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In this week’s newsletter you'll find stories covering design pathways to carbon neutrality, tech-first environments that don't freak us out, leadership transitions, and more. Time to get your roundup of stories!

1. Pathways to Carbon Neutrality

Our design professionals are leading the way on the path to carbon neutrality, working closely with our institutional partners to help them achieve their sustainability goals.

In a recent article, Principal and Higher Education Design Leader Benjamin Strain AIA, LEED AP, explores our partnership with Swarthmore College and their commitment to reaching carbon neutrality by 2035. As institutions pursue these ambitious targets, designers, engineers, and campus planners face the challenge of creating innovative design solutions that bridge the gap to carbon neutrality while empowering end-users to meet their sustainability objectives.

2. Tech-First Environments Where Everyone Thrives

Discover how tech-first environments can thrive from Science+Technology Leader Dominick Roveto, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP . He shares insights with Work Design Magazine , spotlighting key design elements from three of our Colorado projects including Enveda , Cochlear , and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) .

3. Historic New York Landmark Hotel Unveils Significant Transformation

Royal Sonesta brand's flagship in New York is The Benjamin. Featuring redesigned public spaces, a revamped lobby, and a luxurious renovation of 209 residential-style guestrooms and suites, here’s a look at the transformation.

“Our design tells an inspiring story of New York City coming to life, redefining hospitality for guests at The Benjamin, all while honoring the property’s iconic legacy. Today, we reimagine the premier luxury boutique hotel as an urban oasis, where timeless elegance meets modern sophistication, infusing every design element with an unparalleled sense of luxury,” says Principal and Hospitality Interior Design Leader Valentina Castellon .

4. New Leader will Guide DLR Group’s Growth in the Southeast

Leadership transition: after nine years at our firm, Principal and Architect Ronok Nichols, AIA, LEED AP , has taken on the role of Southeast Region Leader.

“Ronok drove transformational growth for our Orlando office, and under her leadership, diverse teams throughout the Southeast will further develop their skills and work together to meet client needs,” says Managing Principal and CEO, Steven McKay AIA, RIBA, LEED AP .

5. APA Honors DLR Group for Advancing Diversity and Social Change

We are honored to receive the American Planning Association Paul Davidoff award for Advancing Diversity and Social Change for our community-driven long-range plan with Austin Independent School District.

As the jury noted, our work “breaks new ground in school planning, offering innovative and replicable solutions for communities facing similar challenges.” With a historic bond passing and dozens of projects prioritized within low-income communities, this is an impactful step forward for the role long-range planning has in shaping our communities.

Congratulations to everyone involved, including: Senior Architecture Leader Charles E. Brant , AIA, LEED AP; Senior Planning Leader Korey D. White, AIA, NCARB, MBA ; Planning Leader Grace Corsi, AICP ; Architect Anjana (AJ) Sivakumar , AIA, LEED; Designer Lennis Serrano , AIA; Project Architect Andrew Cline , AIA, NCARB; and more!

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