Side of Design

BWBR
  • 0.0 (0)
  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • UPDATED MONTHLY
Side of Design

A podcast from BWBR, for those with a craving to take their organizations and spaces to new heights, with a side of design. We explore topics and issues affecting how we heal, learn, work, research, play and pray with those whose passion and expertise centers on the spaces that enable us to do all of that.

  1. OCT 29

    Revolutionizing Employee Engagement: Insights from BWBR on a People-First Culture

    Employee engagement goes beyond happiness and job satisfaction—those are byproducts of something deeper. As BWBR's Director of People and Culture Tricia Eiswald and Knowledge Manager Kari Shonblom discuss in the latest Side of Design episode, engagement means genuine involvement and enthusiasm at work and in the workplace. Their insights delve into factors that drive engagement, BWBR’s own engagement strategies, and how organizations can go beyond employee satisfaction to unlock the full pote...

    50 min

  2. SEP 25

    The Price is Right: Considerations in Design Fee Development

    Despite being a sensitive topic, money is central to any project—managing costs, remaining on budget, and achieving maximum value per dollar spent are all critical to a successful design, whether a new build, a major expansion, or a renovation. So, let’s talk about it.The latest episode of Side of Design from BWBR dives deep into this subject, exploring the intricacies of fee development and its impact on project success. Host Matt Gerstner leads a thoughtful discussion with representatives f...

    31 min

  3. AUG 27

    A Safe Space to Heal: Balancing Safety and Comfort in Behavioral Health Design

    Like any other healthcare facility, behavioral health environments must be comforting places to heal. But these spaces pose unique considerations to keep patients safe, requiring thoughtful balance from skilled design professionals to create environments that are beautiful and manage patient risk. Senior Interior Designer Lauren Frank, Senior Project Manager Susan Golberg, and Senior Architect Ellen Konerza are a few members of the BWBR team who work to design these facilities, and in the lat...

    27 min

  4. JUL 22

    Anatomy of a Simulation Space: Designing for the Future of Healthcare Training

    Simulation spaces are high-tech, realistic environments designed to train both students preparing for careers in healthcare and medical professionals learning new skills. These environments require both the functionality of real healthcare spaces and classroom elements for teaching and learning, allowing users to practice skills, learn new procedures, or explore techniques that will be applied in real hospital settings. In the latest episode of Side of Design from BWBR, guest host and P...

    34 min

  5. JUN 25

    Space to Heal: Exploring the Cutting Edge of Neuroscience Facility Design

    Neuroscience facilities serve patients with a wide range of conditions, from cognitive issues like Alzheimer's to mobility challenges resulting from spinal cord injuries. Patients facing cognitive disorders may feel as though they’re experiencing a space for the very first time, even though they've been there dozens of times, while patients with mobility aids require extra space to access and move through a facility. These spaces need to be intuitively accessible and comfortable every time.Fr...

    36 min

  6. MAY 28

    Connecting the Dots: How Healthcare Operations Inform Design

    A lot goes into creating healthcare environments that work for both the patients they serve and the staff who provide critical care – from having the right number of beds to planning strategic layouts that allow providers to do their best work efficiently to finding feasible solutions amid rising costs. That’s where designers come in, working closely with healthcare teams to develop spaces that are customized to support each organization’s unique needs.Jessica Sweeney, a senior planner at BWB...

    16 min

  7. APR 24

    Beyond the Basics: How Today's Student Housing is Evolving to Meet New Expectations

    Student housing is commonly associated with bare-bones accommodations designed to be tolerated rather than enjoyed. However, today’s residence halls are advancing in remarkable ways to better foster community, support student well-being, and reflect each institution’s unique culture. Students increasingly seek inclusive design, communities to enhance learning and living, and a focus on wellness that encompasses everything from meditation spaces to mental health resources.In the latest episode...

    23 min

  8. MAR 28

    The Building Blocks of Construction Administration

    The worlds of design and construction are closely related, yet they speak entirely different languages. A lot hinges on maintaining a clear, consistent vision and understanding of every detail, with absolutely nothing getting lost in translation between design and construction. Luckily, Construction Administrators (CA) speak both “languages” fluently, and they’re a critical component of an effective design-build process.Hosted by: Matt Gerstner - BWBR Podcast Host and ProducerGuests:Brya...

    29 min
See All (52)

Trailer

About

A podcast from BWBR, for those with a craving to take their organizations and spaces to new heights, with a side of design. We explore topics and issues affecting how we heal, learn, work, research, play and pray with those whose passion and expertise centers on the spaces that enable us to do all of that.

Information

  • Creator
    BWBR
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 BWBR
  • Show Website
    Side of Design

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada