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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.
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Insight
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September 22, 2026

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.
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Announcements
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September 21, 2026

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.
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Announcements
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September 21, 2026

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.
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Insight
Date
September 21, 2026

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.
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Recognition
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September 18, 2026

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.
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Recognition
Date
September 17, 2026

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.
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Insight
Date
September 8, 2026

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.
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Recognition
Date
September 8, 2026

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.
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Announcements
Date
September 3, 2026

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.
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Announcements, Recognition
Date
August 28, 2026
A photo of a young woman with a white blouse and maroon cardigan. Her name is Aly Mancuso, and she is a Project Designer at SWBR.

Aly Mancuso Named an RBJ 2026 Rising Star

The honor celebrates emerging professionals distinguished by their achievements, initiative, and contributions to the Rochester region.
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Recognition
Date
August 28, 2026

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.
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Insight
Date
August 24, 2026
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