Take a look at what people expect leaders to be, versus how true leaders really are...

People and brands alike have become more conscious of how we’re taking care of the environment.

This is one of the many reasons why companies and employees are shifting towards a sustainable workspace.

While most reports highlight the benefits of mixed-income housing, others point to its failures, citing research showing that these projects have not worked well.

Following are the most cited problems of mixed-income housing development.

TOP 5 DESIGN TRENDS SPOTTED AT THIS YEAR'S HIGH POINT MARKET

This year I had the chance to return to the fall High Point Market to see the latest and greatest designs on home furnishings. Beautiful designs took over the market showcasing unique colors, textures, and shapes. Here are the top 5 design trends spotted at this year's High Point Market:

ÁLVAREZ-DÍAZ & VILLALÓN WINS THE MULTI-HOUSING NEWS -EXCELLENCE AWARD

We are excited to announce that for the second time in three years, our firm was honored with a Multi-Housing News Excellence Award! This year our Renaissance Square project was awarded the Multi-Housing News Excellence Award, this time winning a Bronze Excellence Award in the “Design Affordable” categor

CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETE ON THE BAYSHORE VILLAS AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT! 

Find out how Bayshore Villas pays homage to the community & its surroundings.

COMPOSTING REDUCES THE WASTE WE CREATE. 

No matter where you live, indoor composting is an easy and efficient way to reduce the amount of trash we each generate. It’s also the cheapest, organic fertilizer for our plants! Store your compost bin under the sink or on the counter for easy access, and composting will become part of your daily routine in no time. 

SAY NO TO FOAM

If you want to make the world a more livable, healthier, and better place by consciously choosing compostable or reusable containers instead of foam containers, here are 5 alternatives you can use.

The Intern's Guide to the Real World

Having your first internship can be really intimidating at first. We’ve put together these tips to help you!

Here's our Intern's Guide to the Real World!

Resilient design is about saving priceless lives and resources.

"A year of natural disasters" is a phrase that characterizes 2017.  Thousands of lives were lost and billions of dollars in damages impacted numerous countries and regions around the globe.

The huge losses caused by these catastrophic natural disasters of 2017 stress the importance of resilient design.
Check out the video below to learn how resilient design can protect against natural and man-made disasters, as well as accelerate recovery.

When guests walk into a hotel, the very first thing they notice is not the amenities—it's the design, the look and feel of the property.

This vibe and how it makes them feel kicks off their guest experience during a hotel stay.

Most guests notice a hotel’s style—industrial, minimalist, bohemian, country. They see wall colors, furniture, lighting fixtures and tile patterns on the floor. Maybe there's a spectacular staircase or mural in the lobby that catches their eye. Whatever they see or sense will trigger an experience.

Good design is pretty aesthetically pleasing. Great design engages the senses, lures people in and creates a visual narrative that guests will remember long after they leave.  Designers' talent lies in their ability to create guest experiences that are genuine, unique, and memorable.