Response to RFQ for Project Impact
Designing with purpose.
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Requested Information A:
For relative examples please refer to pages (5) - (12)
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We do not have MEP, Civil or Structural Engineering in-house.
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For approach to diversity equity and inclusion statement please refer to page (4)
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Ownership of firm - WBE, SBE
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We design with purpose. We design for it all. At BDH, our mission is to design with purpose. And our purpose is people. Most importantly we believe in designing for all people - those of different backgrounds, perspectives, abilities, ages, voices. In order to successfully design for all people, we need to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in our company. Teams with a variety of viewpoints strengthen our problem solving and the space we create isn’t about about people. And the needs
gained from different life experiences creativity. It allows us to understand walls, stairs, floors, windows; it is of these people drive our designs.
BDH has been a trailblazer in gender equality over its 50 years in business. After being founded in 1971 by a woman, BDH has added 7 different female partners throughout its history. BDH currently has an all female board, a female president, and a female CFO. We have held the designation of WBE, Women Business Enterprise, for more than 15 years. As a company we realize minorities are underrepresented in our industry and our office. We are working to improve that by partnering with the Bloomington Transition Center to mentor a diverse group of young adults and expose them to the architecture industry. Additionally, we have implemented applicant tracking for our job postings to ensure a diverse group of candidates are viewing them. Although we know there is room for improvement, we also know we are headed in the right direction. We have created an inclusive workplace where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves. We recognize each employee as a whole person with passions, needs, and challenges outside of work. Our employees know we support them, whether it be with flexibility, mental health resources, wellness options, or personal connections. As we continue our progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion, BDH is proud to recognize each employee as an individual. 4
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EMC The Specs Plymouth, MN 40,000 SF Open office layout designed to increase productivity and showcase products
EMC experienced so much organizational growth, they no longer fit in their former office. When designing their new 40,000-square-foot office in Plymouth, the bdh+young team focused on positioning team members in proximate areas to increase efficiency and productivity, incorporating diversified lighting elements to showcase EMC’s products, and creating collaborative space for constructive teaming. Natural light pours through 27 skylights, wood trellises are incorporated in various areas of the space and the collaboration areas feature high-tech lighting and audiovisual components. Parallel to the company’s brand, the EMC office reverberates energy efficiency, teamwork and innovation.
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Programming Space planning Design development Construction documentation
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Construction administration Furniture selection and procurement 6
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CLA The Specs Minneapolis, MN 30,000 SF Class A office transformed to maximize collaboration and highlight CLA’s brand Originally designed by BDH 20 years ago, the third floor of the CLA office was recently redesigned to align with the client’s updated brand standards and current design trends. With this renovation, the decrease in private offices allowed the amount of meeting space to double, creating a more collaborative work environment and a clientfocused conference center. The aesthetic refresh features more access to natural light, LED lighting, lower work stations and wall graphics customized to the local Minneapolis culture. The design also incorporates sit to stand desks and responsible materials, aligning with CLA’s wellness initiative and push to go green. The layout, finishes and signage now align with CLA’s sophisticated brand standards carried out in the offices across the country.
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Programming Space planning Design development Construction documentation Construction administration Furniture selection and procurement 8
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Children’s Hospitals and Clinics The Specs Edina, MN 200,000 SF Modern office reflecting brand and values Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota’s message is: Reimagining health care for the most amazing people on earth. BDH partnered with the leadership team to embed this message along with their core values throughout the physical environment and the design process. The consolidation of five offices into one 200,000-square-foot location provides them more efficiencies and better adjacencies, greatly improving their communication and collaboration throughout their employment base. This new environment makes certain Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota will be able to recruit and retain the most talented individuals necessary to ensure they remain at the forefront of pediatric care. Services Provided -
Programming Space planning Design development Construction documentation
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Construction administration Furniture selection and procurement 10
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WSB The Specs Golden Valley, MN 40,000 SF Efficient open layout for training and education purposes WSB is a premier engineering firm who has partnered with BDH on multiple projects. The BDH team was engaged to create a state-of-the-art training and education center for WSB to utilize for the clients, and the construction and design industry. Utilizing movable acoustical panels, operable garage doors and mobile furniture throughout the space, the room functions in a variety of layouts and capacities. A raised stage for the presenter’s use was included, combined with audio and visual tools to support live and virtual training. Multiple break out spaces; conference rooms, huddle rooms and non-traditional work areas surround the training spaces. A full remodel occurred within the general office areas; including new furnishings, LED lighting and the selection of finish materials to be focused on a WELL-designed space with recyclable materials. The success of the headquarters project has led to design of (8) additional locations for WSB throughout the US.
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Programming Space planning Design development
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Construction documentation Construction administration Furniture selection and procurement 12
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