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We are excited to announce the addition of Sheleah D. Reed, APR as our Director of PreK-12 Engagement and Partnerships. With over two decades of expertise in public affairs, strategic communications, partnership development, and advocacy, Sheleah brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in the education market. She will be instrumental in driving PBK’s strategic mission by fostering relationships and enhancing our reputation as a trusted leader in the educational built environment. Through her leadership, Sheleah will amplify PBK’s influence with compelling storytelling, targeted advocacy, and dynamic engagement strategies. Please join us in welcoming Sheleah to the PBK family!  #leadership

Join our Tacoma, Washington team! We’re hiring a skilled MEP Project Manager and Structural Project Manager to help bring exceptional projects to life. Be part of a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a difference. Apply with the links below: Structural PM: https://lnkd.in/g7uTW_xa MEP PM: https://lnkd.in/g87BUYh6 #hiring McGranahanPBK #engineer

Conferences offer the perfect setting to connect with clients, share insights, and explore the latest industry trends. They’re a unique opportunity to deepen partnerships, spark innovation, and collaborate on new ideas. Earlier this year, we were thrilled to attend FEFPA and host an exclusive tour of FAU Henderson K-8 School, showcasing our commitment to excellence in educational design. A.D. Henderson University School & FAU High School #FEFPA

Sean Plunkett and Melvin Robinson discuss how colleges are upgrading their athletic facilities to meet the rising expectations of student-athletes and to recruit new players. Read the full article below. #sportsarchitecture #sportsdesign

Registration is open! Join us Friday, November 15 for our next webinar, featuring Jaime González, where we will explore the positive impact that healthy, resilient landscapes have on students and entire communities. "Branching Out" will include best practices for planning schools that prioritize both the student and the environment, and a case study of how one district is seeing the financial, academic, and student wellness benefits of a nature-forward learning environment. Register today! Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gDM3PzqU

Congratulations, Fife High School STEAM Center of Innovation on earning Learning by Design’s Outstanding Project Award. The STEAM Center of Innovation at Fife High School is designed to foster active learning through a focus on hands-on creation and decision-making. The building's exposed systems and structures symbolize the dynamic process of learning, allowing students to make discoveries and bring ideas to life. Architecturally, it sets a vision for the future of Fife High School, presenting a modern face to the community that reflects the current high quality of education while establishing a standard for future expansions. Inside, the classrooms surround double-height spaces filled with diffused natural light, with these "in-between" areas serving as vital connectors for students, maintaining a sense of connection throughout the building. A limited palette of materials—like brick, which conveys a sense of permanence—complements the verticality of the exposed structure. Heavy timbers supporting the simple shed roof reflect the building’s Pacific Northwest roots, while strategically placed windows maximize daylight for all classrooms. Congratulations, Fife School District! McGranahanPBK 📸 arthurrossphoto

We are thrilled to announce that Olympic View K-8 School has been awarded Learning By Design Magazine’s prestigious Grand Prize for projects under 100,000 square feet. This 64,000-square-foot school in Federal Way, Washington, combines a middle and elementary school to create smaller learning communities focused on equity and inclusion. Designed with extensive community input, it includes a “community pavilion” offering resources like a family liaison, counselor, laundry, shower, and food pantry to support the local low-income neighborhood. The school emphasizes whole-child development, social-emotional learning, and STEAM education, with classrooms that promote student self-expression. Cultural role models, murals, and a central pavilion tree with messages in over 45 languages reflect the diverse community. Despite pandemic challenges, early planning kept the project on time and budget. Congratulations, Federal Way Public Schools! 📸 arthurrossphoto McGranahanPBK See the full magazine here: https://lnkd.in/gcRCFMkk

We are thrilled to introduce our new Firmwide Director of Sustainability, Shona Bose, AIA LEED AP BD+C. With 14 years of experience in transforming educational environments, Shona brings a wealth of expertise in sustainable, inclusive, and innovative design. Her work with school districts, colleges, and universities—on both new construction and thoughtful renovations—reflects her deep commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our educational communities.     Shona’s passion for integrating emerging technologies and crafting resilient, welcoming spaces positions her at the forefront of preparing today’s educational facilities for tomorrow’s challenges. Her enthusiasm is truly contagious—she is a recognized thought leader in emerging technologies, an advocate for inclusive design processes, and a dedicated mentor to the next generation of sustainability champions. We're proud to have her on our team! #leadership #sustainability

Modern college weight rooms have evolved from basic lifting spaces into high-tech hubs driven by advancements in technology and sports science. They now integrate computerized vision equipment, force plates, and nutrition stations to enhance athletic performance. Michael Hessert, Senior Principal, says many include rehab tools like hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, and hypoxic chambers to simulate altitude training. Read the full article in Athletic Business: https://lnkd.in/gMWqCrWc

Happy World Teachers’ Day! At PBK, we are dedicated to creating spaces that inspire and support educators as they shape the future for our students. Thank you, teachers, for everything you do!