BWBR
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BWBR is a design firm with practices in architecture, interiors, and planning. We transform lives through exceptional environments.
St. Paul | Madison | Omaha
St. Paul | Madison | Omaha
Easy identifiable spaces are critical to good neuroscience facility design. “It’s not just signage, it’s those perceptive, intuitive wayfinding elements that help someone navigate the space more easily,” explains BWBR Sr. Interior Designer Miranda McNamara-Mace.
✨HealthPartners Neuroscience Center
✨HealthPartners Neuroscience Center
February 18, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Easy identifiable spaces are critical to good neuroscience facility design. “It’s not just signage, it’s those perceptive, intuitive wayfinding elements that help someone navigate the space more easily,” explains BWBR Sr. Interior Designer Miranda McNamara-Mace.
✨HealthPartners Neuroscience Center
✨HealthPartners Neuroscience Center
Join us in congratulating Senior Project Manager Richard Stuerman on reaching a huge milestone—30 years with BWBR! Thank you for the passion, knowledge, and skill you bring to our firm and clients each and every day. #ThankYou #Anniversary
February 17, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Join us in congratulating Senior Project Manager Richard Stuerman on reaching a huge milestone—30 years with BWBR! Thank you for the passion, knowledge, and skill you bring to our firm and clients each and every day. #ThankYou #Anniversary
We're excited to congratulate Principal and Director Brad Krump on an incredible 30 years with BWBR! As we celebrate this huge milestone, we're so grateful for all you do for our firm, clients, and staff. #ThankYou #Anniversary
February 16, 2026 at 9:10 PM
We're excited to congratulate Principal and Director Brad Krump on an incredible 30 years with BWBR! As we celebrate this huge milestone, we're so grateful for all you do for our firm, clients, and staff. #ThankYou #Anniversary
BWBR develops scientific learning environments that support a range of functions, from multi-use teaching spaces that work across disciplines to study areas that spark collaboration and focus between classes.
✨ University of Minnesota, Shepherd Laboratories
📸 Vondelinde
✨ University of Minnesota, Shepherd Laboratories
📸 Vondelinde
February 16, 2026 at 4:57 PM
BWBR develops scientific learning environments that support a range of functions, from multi-use teaching spaces that work across disciplines to study areas that spark collaboration and focus between classes.
✨ University of Minnesota, Shepherd Laboratories
📸 Vondelinde
✨ University of Minnesota, Shepherd Laboratories
📸 Vondelinde
Between managing hazardous materials, technical equipment, and complex regulations, working with a team that specializes in science + tech projects streamlines the process of creating labs that are not only safe and durable, but also as efficient as the teams using them. https://loom.ly/LCt2l-k
The Science of Lab Planning: Balancing Safety, Compliance, and Efficiency - BWBR
Designing environments where cutting-edge research and development takes place requires a deep understanding of function, safety, and compliance.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Between managing hazardous materials, technical equipment, and complex regulations, working with a team that specializes in science + tech projects streamlines the process of creating labs that are not only safe and durable, but also as efficient as the teams using them. https://loom.ly/LCt2l-k
The Mayo Clinic Center for Safe and Healthy Children and Adolescents offers a comforting environment for families and children, typically referred to the center due to potential child abuse. Daylight, child-centered spaces, and soothing natural elements are incorporated throughout to reduce stress.
February 12, 2026 at 3:42 PM
The Mayo Clinic Center for Safe and Healthy Children and Adolescents offers a comforting environment for families and children, typically referred to the center due to potential child abuse. Daylight, child-centered spaces, and soothing natural elements are incorporated throughout to reduce stress.
Register today to attend Lab Design Conference May 11-14 in Orlando! BWBR's Nate Roisen and Kat Lauer will dive into optimizing laboratory design for hazardous materials—resulting in smarter, safer, and more efficient science + tech facilities. 🔬
Learn more here: https://loom.ly/wXdcpX0
Learn more here: https://loom.ly/wXdcpX0
February 9, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Register today to attend Lab Design Conference May 11-14 in Orlando! BWBR's Nate Roisen and Kat Lauer will dive into optimizing laboratory design for hazardous materials—resulting in smarter, safer, and more efficient science + tech facilities. 🔬
Learn more here: https://loom.ly/wXdcpX0
Learn more here: https://loom.ly/wXdcpX0
Madison College’s Biotech program aims to support advanced training and research. To achieve this, state-of-the-art facilities are key, yet their existing space was becoming outdated. The solution was to relocate and redesign the program to create a hyper-functional space. https://loom.ly/DUZiHYY
February 6, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Madison College’s Biotech program aims to support advanced training and research. To achieve this, state-of-the-art facilities are key, yet their existing space was becoming outdated. The solution was to relocate and redesign the program to create a hyper-functional space. https://loom.ly/DUZiHYY
In this episode of Side of Design, our team dives into the thoughtful balance of creating behavioral health environments that prioritize safety without feeling cold or institutional. https://loom.ly/RKLy5xI
A Safe Space to Heal: Balancing Safety and Comfort in Behavioral Health Design - BWBR
Like any other healthcare facility, behavioral health environments must be comforting places to heal. But these spaces pose unique considerations to keep patients safe.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:57 PM
In this episode of Side of Design, our team dives into the thoughtful balance of creating behavioral health environments that prioritize safety without feeling cold or institutional. https://loom.ly/RKLy5xI
To upgrade the University of Nebraska at Kearney's Greek life communities, BWBR and KWK Architects partnered to design a new replacement residence hall and a renovation of the existing Martin Hall. https://loom.ly/ERnHN0s
February 4, 2026 at 4:04 PM
To upgrade the University of Nebraska at Kearney's Greek life communities, BWBR and KWK Architects partnered to design a new replacement residence hall and a renovation of the existing Martin Hall. https://loom.ly/ERnHN0s
Come work with us! Check out our careers page to learn more about open positions in interior design, architecture, and data and research. https://loom.ly/sSqzsJo
#hiring #careers #openroles
#hiring #careers #openroles
February 3, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Come work with us! Check out our careers page to learn more about open positions in interior design, architecture, and data and research. https://loom.ly/sSqzsJo
#hiring #careers #openroles
#hiring #careers #openroles
As a new generation of mothers reshape expectations around childbirth and postpartum care, family birth centers are evolving well beyond the traditional labor-and-delivery model. Learn more in our latest blog: https://loom.ly/89PXSb4
Design Beyond Delivery: The Next Generation of Family Birth Centers - BWBR
As a new generation of mothers reshapes childbirth and postpartum care, family birth centers are evolving well beyond the traditional model.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:08 PM
As a new generation of mothers reshape expectations around childbirth and postpartum care, family birth centers are evolving well beyond the traditional labor-and-delivery model. Learn more in our latest blog: https://loom.ly/89PXSb4
It's great to see so many of our clients on the Forbes Top Hospitals 2026 list! 🤩 Congrats to all of these amazing healthcare organizations on being recognized for their high-quality care and top-notch services! https://loom.ly/-jgxtCA
February 2, 2026 at 7:02 PM
It's great to see so many of our clients on the Forbes Top Hospitals 2026 list! 🤩 Congrats to all of these amazing healthcare organizations on being recognized for their high-quality care and top-notch services! https://loom.ly/-jgxtCA
In this episode of Side of Design, we sit down with BWBR’s Director of Professional Services Dan Hottinger and Construction Administration Manager Bryan Desma to unpack what “quality” really means—and how it begins long before a project breaks ground. https://loom.ly/syNsohU
Quality by Design: Construction, Coordination, and Collaboration - BWBR
In this episode of Side of Design, we unpack what “quality” really means in design and construction—and how it begins long before a project breaks ground.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:24 PM
In this episode of Side of Design, we sit down with BWBR’s Director of Professional Services Dan Hottinger and Construction Administration Manager Bryan Desma to unpack what “quality” really means—and how it begins long before a project breaks ground. https://loom.ly/syNsohU
Designed to provide culturally responsive care rooted in community support and clinical excellence, the new Adolescent Recovery and Wellness Center will offer treatment for adolescents struggling with substance use disorder and co-occurring conditions. https://loom.ly/5mUm5tk
Adolescent Recovery and Wellness Center - BWBR
Recognizing the lack of specialized treatment facilities, GLITC united to build their own residential treatment center serving Native youth.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Designed to provide culturally responsive care rooted in community support and clinical excellence, the new Adolescent Recovery and Wellness Center will offer treatment for adolescents struggling with substance use disorder and co-occurring conditions. https://loom.ly/5mUm5tk
Join us in congratulating BWBR's newly appointed Associate Principals: Construction Administration Manager Bryan Desma, Benefits & Compliance Manager Angie Shaw, and Staffing & Hiring Manager Elizabeth Stiehl! Thanks to each of you for your incredible contributions to our firm.
January 27, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Join us in congratulating BWBR's newly appointed Associate Principals: Construction Administration Manager Bryan Desma, Benefits & Compliance Manager Angie Shaw, and Staffing & Hiring Manager Elizabeth Stiehl! Thanks to each of you for your incredible contributions to our firm.
BWBR is proud to make the list for Building Design+Construction's top architecture firms for 2025, ranking nationally as an overall firm and in each of our markets. https://loom.ly/a2kr2k4
January 27, 2026 at 3:48 PM
BWBR is proud to make the list for Building Design+Construction's top architecture firms for 2025, ranking nationally as an overall firm and in each of our markets. https://loom.ly/a2kr2k4
Serving a need for healthcare technicians in Dane County, Madison College’s dental and nursing programs provide training for students pursuing careers in health fields. BWBR partnered to expand the college's dental clinic, nursing lab, and student support space. https://loom.ly/Pky48lQ
January 26, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Serving a need for healthcare technicians in Dane County, Madison College’s dental and nursing programs provide training for students pursuing careers in health fields. BWBR partnered to expand the college's dental clinic, nursing lab, and student support space. https://loom.ly/Pky48lQ
Happy #InternationalDayofEducation! 📚🎓 From K-12 to higher ed, academic institutions support the intellectual, social, and psychological needs of growing minds. We're grateful to play a role in creating spaces that help teachers inspire students to explore ideas. ❤️
January 24, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Happy #InternationalDayofEducation! 📚🎓 From K-12 to higher ed, academic institutions support the intellectual, social, and psychological needs of growing minds. We're grateful to play a role in creating spaces that help teachers inspire students to explore ideas. ❤️
This art installation is a focal point of the new University of Minnesota Microbial Cell Production Facility Designed by the BWBR graphics team, the design incorporates scientific imagery representing the processes that take place inside the facility. https://loom.ly/H7rHaWA
January 21, 2026 at 9:45 PM
This art installation is a focal point of the new University of Minnesota Microbial Cell Production Facility Designed by the BWBR graphics team, the design incorporates scientific imagery representing the processes that take place inside the facility. https://loom.ly/H7rHaWA
BWBR's Kat Lauer and Nate Roisen will present their session “Smarter Labs, Safer Labs: Optimizing Design with Hazardous Materials in Mind" at the 2026 Lab Design Conference. Read Kat's interview ahead of the conference, and learn more about registration! https://loom.ly/2SbwA8s
Lab Design Conference Speaker Profile: Kat Lauer — Lab Design News
Kat Lauer will present strategies for safely integrating hazardous materials into lab design at the 2026 Lab Design Conference, sharing practical insights on planning, workflow optimization, and stakeholder collaboration
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January 21, 2026 at 6:32 PM
BWBR's Kat Lauer and Nate Roisen will present their session “Smarter Labs, Safer Labs: Optimizing Design with Hazardous Materials in Mind" at the 2026 Lab Design Conference. Read Kat's interview ahead of the conference, and learn more about registration! https://loom.ly/2SbwA8s
#Sustainability, QA, codes, and specifications—these critical design functions are overseen by Rachael Spires, Performance Design & Quality Manager. In this episode, she explores how these roles intersect, all working together to drive #design excellence. https://loom.ly/2TCVHgk
Side Notes: Integrating Sustainability, Quality, and Codes for Design Excellence - BWBR
Sustainability, QA, building codes, and specifications—at BWBR, these critical design functions are overseen by Rachael Spires.
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January 20, 2026 at 3:30 PM
#Sustainability, QA, codes, and specifications—these critical design functions are overseen by Rachael Spires, Performance Design & Quality Manager. In this episode, she explores how these roles intersect, all working together to drive #design excellence. https://loom.ly/2TCVHgk
What better way to kick off the new year than a work session with our remote Chicago staff! It's always nice to catch up, collaborate, and share our projects with each other. ☕
January 16, 2026 at 3:31 PM
What better way to kick off the new year than a work session with our remote Chicago staff! It's always nice to catch up, collaborate, and share our projects with each other. ☕
Calling all architecture students! 📣 Submit your collection of work to the BWBR Portfolio Scholarship, awarding $2,500 to a developing designer who demonstrates exceptional skill!
Learn more and apply here: https://loom.ly/grlKOYw
Learn more and apply here: https://loom.ly/grlKOYw
BWBR Portfolio Scholarship - BWBR
The BWBR portfolio Scholarship (formerly BWBR Prize) provides undergraduate students the chance to show off their talent and creativity.
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January 15, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Calling all architecture students! 📣 Submit your collection of work to the BWBR Portfolio Scholarship, awarding $2,500 to a developing designer who demonstrates exceptional skill!
Learn more and apply here: https://loom.ly/grlKOYw
Learn more and apply here: https://loom.ly/grlKOYw
Located on a prominent site overlooking the Mississippi River, the Fraser Hall renewal is home to chemistry and life science teaching labs. With an eye-catching copper façade and floor to ceiling glass, the facility acts as a visual gateway to the University of Minnesota. https://loom.ly/CxJTHMA
January 15, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Located on a prominent site overlooking the Mississippi River, the Fraser Hall renewal is home to chemistry and life science teaching labs. With an eye-catching copper façade and floor to ceiling glass, the facility acts as a visual gateway to the University of Minnesota. https://loom.ly/CxJTHMA