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What Does “Radically Student Centered” Design Mean?

Education, Design
A vibrant recreation center features colorful murals and a blue waterslide, surrounded by greenery, pedestrians, and cyclists on a sunny day.

How City Planning, Zoning and Regulations Shape Successful Architecture Projects

Education, Design
Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Center (BRAC) exterior, upgrades designed by FGM Architects (FGMA).

Winning the Vote: How to Run a Successful Recreation Facilities Referendum

Community, Education
Exterior view of the Des Peres Public Safety Facility renovation designed by FGM Architects in progress.

Station Design: Fire Station Renovation Benefits & Pitfalls

Education, Design
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St. Louis PK-12 Leader Emily Spindler Shares Insights on the Future of Ed Spaces

Press, Education, Design
A modern fire station architectural rendering at dusk features large bays for fire trucks, illuminated signage, and a sleek design amidst a landscaped area.

Bringing Architecture to Life: Victor Rivera Andino on the Power of Renderings

Education, Design
A modern classroom features engaged students at flexible desks that have various seating options, with a teacher assisting. Bright colors and unique seating enhance the learning environment.

Designing for the Senses: How Architecture and Education Meet to Create Inclusive Schools

Education, Design
Small tree sits on top of a signed steel beam at the highest point of a building's steel frame, marking the topping out point in construction. Small sapling tree is sandwiched between an American flag and a Texas state flag. Photo courtesy of Rogers-O'Brien Construction.

The Tree on Top: The Lore Behind the Topping Out Ceremony During Construction

Education, News
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Five Architecture Tips for Building Your Church

Education
Four vertical images showing multiple phases of community planning for architecture, including master planning, community input and engagement, drawings and renderings and finally a young girl enjoying the finished project (in this case, a pool).

Beyond Loudest Voices: A New Blueprint for Community Engagement in Architecture

Community, Education