As building professionals and policymakers, it is our responsibility to integrate equity into our work. But how do we ensure equity is being addressed in...

We first released this episode in April 2019. Since then, our topic of discussion with Iain has only become more relevant. We recently caught up...

With all of the moving parts during the design and construction of a building project, one wrong move can compromise accessibility compliance. Unintentional oversights are...

We think a lot about high-performance buildings – but what about the high-performance humans in those buildings? As the future of office-dwelling is on everyone’s...

What role do designers, providers, and policymakers play in making senior living communities more vibrant and supportive for older adult residents? How do these spaces...

Comradery [käm-ˌra-d(ə-)rē] noun 1 A feeling of friendliness, goodwill, and familiarity among the people in a group. At SWA, comradery is etched into our company...

Cities across North America are paving the way for wide-spread building electrification. Although there are many benefits associated with going all-electric, there are also many...

Imagine this: you’re a chef or cook in a high-stress commercial kitchen setting. You’re making split second decisions with little breathing room, and each quick...

We’ve all heard of “farm-to-table” in the context of our food, but what about “farm-to-shelter” in the context of our homes? As we try to...

Disability inclusion in the built environment is extremely important. But, it shouldn't end there. How do we ensure that we are being truly inclusive of all types of people, taking into account a wide