- University of Nevada, Reno University Arts Building
Higher Education
We fully embrace our responsibility to society by designing spaces that emphasize academic learning and social development.
- University of Florida Institute of Black Culture and Institute of Hispanic-Latino Cultures
Design Foundations in Cultural Identities
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Explore our Work
- Shenzhen Institute of Design and Innovation
Campus Gracefully Blends Technology and Environment
- University of Nebraska, Dinsdale Family Learning Commons
Library Transformed for Modern Learning
- Pima Community College Center of Excellence for Applied Technology
New CTE Building Pride of the Community
- Swarthmore College Dining and Community Commons
First Net-Zero Dining Facility in the Country
- Los Rios Community College District-CRC Elk Grove Center Phase Two
Transparent, Engaging Science Building
A New Normal for Higher Education
When the pandemic shuttered college campuses across the nation in spring 2020, we were immediately inspired to act. What initially began as a listening exercise has blossomed into a framework for our practice and a driving force for sweeping change across the industry. It’s a continuing research initiative, a narrative we are writing in collaboration with institutions across the country.
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Ideas
The Evolution of Campus
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- Arapahoe Community College, Sturm Collaboration Campus
Collaborative Community Education
- Colorado State University-Pueblo, Center for Integrated Health and Human Inquiry
Building Transformed for Modern Learning
- California Polytechnic State University, Vista Grande Dining Facility
Dining Pavilion Embodies Home Away from Home
- Mt. San Jacinto College Math and Science Building
Dynamic New Building Enriches Students
Press+Firm News
Recommended Reads
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Leadership
Connect with our Team
If you haven't met them on campus yet, you can find their contact info here.
Stuart Rothenberger
Global Higher Education Leader
Senior Principal
Stuart Rothenberger
AIA, LEED AP
Global Higher Education Leader
Senior Principal
Stu collaborates with design and planning experts to set the strategic direction and grow the firm’s higher education sector. He has served higher education clients almost exclusively throughout his career. As university campuses evolve, he is collaborating with design teams and clients to explore how space and design can positively elevate learning.
Premnath Sundharam
Applied Research Leader
Senior Principal
Premnath Sundharam
AIA, WELL AP
Applied Research Leader
Senior Principal
Prem is a recognized thought leader on sustainability and research informed design. He is a leader of our firm’s Research & Development studio. As Applied Research Leader, he drives innovation through our firm by collaborating with design teams to advance technical design and practice while leveraging data to evaluate the impact of design on users and the environment.
Linsey Graff
Campus Planner
Senior Associate
Linsey Graff
Assoc. AIA
Campus Planner
Senior Associate
Linsey is a campus planner who works with colleges and universities nation-wide to envision a physical campus environment that reflects the values and mission of each unique institution. She is experienced in developing whole campus plans, sustainability plans, and strategic visions for her clients. Her work in facilitating user groups, and campus and community engagement defines goals and objectives, prioritizes planning solutions, and encourages participatory decision-making.
April Herrmann
National Business Development Leader
Principal
April Herrmann
National Business Development Leader
Principal
April leads business development strategy for DLR Group’s Higher Education studio. She is active in the Downtown Denver Partnership; Society of Marketing Professional Services; US Green Building Commerce; Urban Land Institute; Colorado Parks and Recreation Design School Board; Colorado chapter of Association of Physical Plant Administrators; and Rocky Mountain Association of Physical Plant Administrators.
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Healthcare
At the center of our practice is an individual – be it a patient, caregiver, instructor, or student. Our design extends beyond the building to consider the emotional, mental, and social wellbeing of its inhabitants. We leverage our experience and knowledge to deliver evidence-based design solutions while rooting our practice in empathy.
Cultural + Performing Arts
Behind every performance, museum exhibition, or cultural event is an interwoven backdrop of complex issues that design thinking can resolve. Whether designing a new venue or reimagining an existing one, we promise to create spaces that enrich the community, empower creative expression, and set the stage for cultural and economic vitality.