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Safety Starts Before the Vestibule: Rethinking the Front Door in K-12 Schools
Designing for safety means thinking past the vestibule. Visibility, staffing, weather protection, and material choices all influence not only how well the entrance performs, but how secure people feel using it.

SWBR Welcomes Alli Presutti as Project Designer
She brings an enduring passion for the iterative nature of design and the collaboration required to transform ideas into meaningful spaces.

SWBR Welcomes Allyson Cottier as Structural Designer
Her work has explored the connection between engineering theory, building code requirements, and practical applications in the built environment.

What Makes a Place Worth Saving? A Framework for Adaptive Reuse in Housing Development
Adaptive reuse is often framed around what can be saved: the structure, the materials, the historic details. But the real value of a place extends far beyond what’s physically intact.

Liz Reynolds Named an RBJ Forty Under 40 Honoree
The annual program recognizes professionals under 40 whose leadership and community involvement are making a meaningful mark on the region.

Jamie Bucci Featured by AIA in Mentorship and Career Growth Article
Jamie reflects on his nearly two decades with SWBR and the role mentorship has played throughout his career.

Designing Around the Science: A Conversation with Lab Architect Gianfranco Pietrantoni
What should research organizations know before planning a new lab? Explore practical insights on space, infrastructure, and future growth.

SWBR Recognized Among BD+C’s Top 160 K-12 Architecture Firms
This recognition reflects the trust our district partners place in us and the dedication of our team members who work alongside them.
SWBR Earns Just Label 3.0, Advancing our Commitment to Transparency and Equity
This recognition continues our effort to be transparent about how our values show up within our own organization.

Three SWBR-Designed Spaces Recognized as RBJ 2026 Top Projects
This award honors the best building and construction projects in the Rochester area over a 12-month span.

Aly Mancuso Named an RBJ 2026 Rising Star
The honor celebrates emerging professionals distinguished by their achievements, initiative, and contributions to the Rochester region.

Designing for a Low-Carbon Future: What Our AIA 2030 Reporting Data Makes Clear
Learn what documented project data is teaching us about the most effective path to high-performance, resilient buildings.