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Spending Smarter: A Better Approach to Housing Design
When budgets get tight, design details are often the first things on the chopping block. But what if the smartest way to save money isn't always spending less?

Pan-American Square Apartments Earns ENR New York’s 2026 Excellence in Sustainability Award
The supportive housing community transforms a former rail corridor into a sustainable neighborhood resource that provides stability and opportunity for residents.

Sarah LoPresti Named 2026 NHRA Rising Star
The annual award recognizes one emerging HR professional whose contributions are making a meaningful difference within their organization.

New QED Facility Strengthens Rochester’s Global Leadership in Optics
The project is a major investment that bolsters Rochester's position as a global hub for optics, photonics, and imaging while driving the company's next chapter.

EMHCS Celebrates Opening of Expanded Campus
The $40M project is designed to support future growth, uniting adaptive reuse, new construction, and enhanced athletic facilities in one cohesive setting.

Pan-American Square Apartments Recognized in Buffalo Business First’s 2026 Brick by Brick Awards
The supportive housing community transforms a former rail corridor into a sustainable neighborhood resource that provides stability and opportunity for residents.

The Nest Earns Phius Core Design Certification
This milestone confirms that the project's design meets stringent performance targets to deliver lasting comfort and reduced operational energy use.

SWBR Named Finalist for GRCC 2026 Inclusive Leadership Award
The recognition honors organizations that create meaningful, lasting changes in workplace cultures where employees feel acknowledged and valued.

SWBR Welcomes Scott Cirmo as Senior Structural Engineer
Scott brings nearly two decades of experience spanning higher education, government, commercial, residential, and adaptive reuse projects.

Designing Sensory-Smart Cafeterias that Support Student Wellbeing
From acoustics and circulation to flexible seating and sensory considerations, see how thoughtful design can improve the school day for students and staff.

Marine Drive Redevelopment Breaks Ground on Buffalo Waterfront
When complete, the more than $400M redevelopment will provide around 700 affordable housing units across eight residential buildings, increasing housing opportunity.

Leveraging Campus Buildings as Strategic Assets
Many colleges already have the buildings they need. The opportunity lies in reimagining them for the future.