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We're looking forward to #ClimateWeekNYC Sept. 22-29. HOK representatives, including Director of Sustainable Design Anica Landreneau, will participate in panels and events throughout the week. If you're also attending, we'd love to meet and discuss ways to reduce carbon emissions tied to the built environment. You can explore what we're already doing on this front by checking out the sustainability section of hok.com: https://lnkd.in/ga9Vd2Au

The Jacksonville Jaguars’ proposed NFL Stadium of the Future demonstrates that stadium design can be both sustainable and fan-centric. Discover more in the HOK 2024 Design Annual: https://bit.ly/3BjOue2 Project credits: HOK's Kansas City and Denver studios Client/Owner: Jacksonville Jaguars and the City of Jacksonville Expertise: Architecture, Interiors, Sustainable Design, Landscape Architecture, Planning + Urban Design #hoksport #stadiumdesign #nfl #hokdesignannual

A new study by HOK, ARC | Advanced Research Clusters and the University of the West of Scotland found that scientific researchers are more neurodivergent than the general population, necessitating more inclusive and thoughtful laboratory design. The study included survey responses from 241 lab workers from Europe and the UK. Nearly half of respondents identified as neurodivergent, and more than 25% identified as autistic. These results suggest lab employees have far greater neurodivergence than the general population. Yet traditional lab design—known for being sterile, loud and cluttered—can be particularly distracting for neurodiverse individuals with specialized sensory needs. In addition to the survey, the study included a design workshop in which lab workers shared their challenges in the scientific workplace. The workshop yielded multiple design suggestions for making labs more inclusive and productive for both neurodivergent and neurotypical employees. Learn more and download the full report, "Designing Neuroinclusive Laboratory Environments" by HOK's Kay Sargent and Gary Clark, here: https://bit.ly/3XL1nGQ #labdesign #neurodiversity #research #scientificworkplace

We are thrilled to unveil our 2024 Design Annual! ⭐⭐⭐ https://bit.ly/3B6M5n6 With projects from Seattle to South Korea, the collection exemplifies our collaboration across disciplines and market sectors. The 2024 Annual highlights 18 projects under three themes: “Life + Leisure,” “Adapt + Retrofit” and “Innovate + Heal.” Design profiles also reflect 10 key performance measures identified by the American Institute of Architects’ Framework for Design Excellence. “In this collection of projects, you'll see our best recent work and discover the people and ideas shaping HOK—and the future of design” said 𝐄𝐥𝐢 𝐇𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐨𝐧, co-CEO. “Our 2024 Design Annual is a testament to our pursuit of design excellence, collaboration, innovation and sustainability.” View the full annual here: https://bit.ly/3B6M5n6

What does it take to design a modern multipurpose arena so it fits a complicated site plan, drives community engagement, supports a main sports tenant and, oh yeah, adheres to challenging funding models? HOK's Bill Johnson, FAIA, offers insights in a lively and honest Q&A with Flames Nation about the design evolution of Calgary's Scotia Place. "When the price of these buildings continued to get more and more expensive, the buildings had to take on a more multipurpose program because you really can’t justify the cost of the venues for just a single tenant," says Bill. "The problem with doing anything multipurpose is there’s an initial first cost to that. It’s not as simple. It’s not as straightforward. For a long time, owners were reluctant to spend the money to plan in flexibility and resiliency into the projects, but now they’re listening to us. They’re really doing it." Learn more about Scotia Place and arena design and planning in FlamesNation: https://lnkd.in/gz9nRjA7 #hoksport #arenadesign #nhl

We love seeing Dezeen's coverage of Mutual of Omaha's new headquarters! The 44-story building, designed by Pickard Chilton with interiors by HOK, will be the tallest in Nebraska and surrounding states. The dynamic office tower—now under construction—will feature flexible workspaces, six levels of amenities, and an immersive experience center highlighting Mutual of Omaha's history and philanthropic work. "One of the most notable aspects of the design is the variety on each floor," HOK Director of Interiors Betsy Graham, told Dezeen. "From phone and meeting rooms to break areas, we've carved out opportunities that meet employees where they are—creating a responsive, people-first environment that reflects the spirit of their work." Check out Dezeen's full article here: https://lnkd.in/gJH8xa8C Exterior renders: Pickard Chilton Interior renders: HOK

We are proud to be named a finalist for Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators awards! ⭐️⭐️ The awards recognize companies that "foster innovation at all levels." HOK was honored for our Research Program, which invites all employees to participate in internal research initiatives and design competitions. “HOK’s philosophy for design excellence and innovation is grounded in our people and the way we work,” said Susan Klumpp Williams, co-CEO of HOK. “We are honored to be recognized as a home for innovators in design.” Learn more about HOK's Research Program here: https://bit.ly/4guNjsC And view a selection of initiatives from the program in the video below. 👀

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭. We’re thrilled to see two HOK-designed facilities, the Clemson Tigers’ Allen R. Reeves Football Complex and the Georgia Bulldogs’ Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall, listed in Sportskeeda’s Top 5 college football facilities in 2024! Clemson’s amenity-rich facility provides plenty of spaces for athletes to train, study and unwind. The complex includes 1.5 acres of outdoor leisure space and state-of-the-art training facilities. Additional amenities include bowling, a movie theater, gaming lounge, steam room, recovery room, a Gatorade fuel bar, a Nike gear room and basketball, volleyball and bocce ball courts. The University of Georgia’s Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall renovation creates three floors of high-performance training experiences for student-athletes and coaches. The locker room features a private player’s lounge and plush seating for each athlete. Surrounding the player’s lounge are a weight room with a dual-sided video board, a sports medicine facility equipped with hydrotherapy and recovery spaces, an all-team auditorium and more. 📷 Michael Robinson, Christy Radecic Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gSHqXjci

The New Salt Lake City International Airport is the first new hub airport built in the U.S. in the 21st century. The HOK-designed airport includes a 909,000-sq.-ft. terminal, two new, dual-sided concourses and a 3,600-vehicle parking garage. The innovative design elevates the traveler experience and reflects Utah’s stunning landscapes. The Canyon, a wavy sculptural piece on the walls of the terminal atrium, mimics Utah’s dramatic red-rock canyons, alpine peaks and moving water. Local restaurants in the terminal highlight Utah’s dining scene. With the airport’s location in an active seismic zone and extreme weather depending on the time of year, creating a resilient design was important. HOK’s structural engineering team ensured the buildings meet rigorous earthquake safety standards. The project achieved LEED Gold certification, with sustainable design strategies including high-performance glazing, daylighting, energy-efficient systems, and an efficient configuration of terminal and gate locations that reduces fuel use and aircraft emissions. Learn more from HOK’s Matthew Needham and Claire Moore about the project in ASCE’s Civil Engineering magazine: https://lnkd.in/gPbss9P4 📸 Bruce Damonte Photography