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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.

Sarah LoPresti Named an NHRA Rising Star Honoree
The award recognizes emerging HR leaders who are making a meaningful impact on their organizations and communities.

Introducing Our 2026 Summer Interns
From Housing and Education to Civil Engineering and Interiors, our 2026 interns are gaining hands-on experience while making meaningful contributions across the firm.

SWBR Welcomes Meredith Gifford-Morath as Marketing Assistant
Meredith will coordinate firmwide marketing & business development efforts, harnessing expertise in process improvement.

SWBR Welcomes Ben Deuel as Project Manager
Ben will lead Workplace projects from early concept through occupancy, bringing a thoughtful, well-coordinated approach to design.

CreekView Apartments Achieves Phius Zero Certification
Combining geothermal technology, on-site solar generation, and an all-electric design approach, CreekView decreases operational carbon emissions by 84%.

Remembering Bud Knapp
Bud's legacy can be seen not only in the buildings he designed, but in the countless lives he improved through his dedication to accessible design and service to others.

Groundbreaking Marks Start of Transformational Affordable Housing Development in Niagara Falls
The Nest responds directly to City Action Plan priorities around safe, affordable housing and expanded support services for vulnerable populations.

Helping Projects Succeed in the Field
Get a quick look at how we guide clients from early conversations and proposals through site visits, punch lists, and closeout.

SWBR Earns Three Honors at the 2026 AIA Rochester Design Awards
We're proud to celebrate three project awards from AIA Rochester, recognizing excellence in adaptive reuse, workplace design, and community impact.