As a court planner, one of my primary responsibilities is guiding stakeholders in making strategic decisions that align with current operational needs and long-term goals—all within budgetary constraints. This requires a deep understanding of court operations, space programming, and building...

As climate goals grow more urgent, governments face not only environmental pressures but also rising energy costs and a shifting global economy—challenges heightened by the priorities of a new federal administration. With inflation and construction costs on the rise, public agencies are rethinking...

Millions of low-income Americans face a significant justice gap. A 2022 survey found that 92% of civil legal issues reported by low-income individuals received little or no legal assistance. These are not minor concerns—they involve critical matters such as evictions, custody disputes, and debt...

As another school year comes to a close, it’s important that we continue to keep safety and security at the forefront of our minds. Summertime brings fun and freedom for our children, but as parents, we know that the next school year is just around the corner. 

Over the past several years, there have been numerous articles written about the continuing Return to Office (RTO) trend. Almost all focus on what employees are giving up with RTO. Indeed, there are many things that employees will lose. The most obvious losses resulting from RTO are the loss of...