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K-12 Schools

Inclusive design strategies to transform learning spaces

The special education student population in California and nationwide has grown in recent years. The reasons are complex and at least partially related to increased awareness ...
May 30, 2024
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K-12 Schools

Tomorrow's classrooms: Designing schools for the digital age

In a world where technology’s rapid pace has reshaped how we live, work, and communicate, it should be no surprise that it’s also changing the PreK-12 education landscape. This...
April 29, 2024
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Security and Life Safety

Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe

Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff is a top priority for school districts nationwide. The unfortunate rise in school-related incidents serves as a stark reminder...
March 26, 2024
10 ways public aquatic centers and recreation centers benefit community health
Sports and Recreational Facilities

10 ways public aquatic centers and recreation centers benefit community health

Note: This blog post recaps some of the findings from HMC's "Aquatic Centers: Bringing Life to Communities" report. Download the free report (short registration required).  ...
July 26, 2023
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Designers

The latest 'five in focus' healthcare interior design trends

Welcome to HMC Architects’ Five in Focus blog series, where we explore the latest trends, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of architecture and design. This series asks...
July 25, 2023
The value of open space on higher education campuses
University Buildings

Addition by subtraction: The value of open space on higher education campuses

Campuses are in perpetual change, whether they were thoughtfully created or evolved over time. Even the best planned campuses will experience building turnover caused by perhaps...
June 26, 2023
Creating a sense of place with multipurpose K-12 school buildings
K-12 Schools

Creating a sense of place with multipurpose K-12 school buildings

PreK–12 education has become far more sophisticated over the years, and school design must continually evolve to keep up with current and future needs. Today, there is a greater...
April 13, 2023
Women in Architecture
Women in Design+Construction

Women in Architecture: How HMC Pioneers Gender Equality

Architecture has long been a male-dominated field. While times are slowly changing, some firms have made a deliberate effort to make their offices more representative of society...
June 2, 2022