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🏢 Project Spotlight: The Standard at Bloomington 🏢 Introducing The Standard at Bloomington, the largest off-campus housing development in Bloomington's history, designed to elevate student living at Indiana University. This premier community spans a seven-acre site and offers 1,061 beds across 454 units, complemented by 679 parking spaces. Comprising three interlinked buildings on a sloped terrain, the architectural design features building heights ranging from four to six stories, with elevated sky bridges facilitating internal circulation and maintaining an independent appearance for each structure. An interconnected sidewalk system seamlessly links the buildings to adjacent pathways, promoting pedestrian accessibility. Reflecting local Bloomington traditions, the project utilizes familiar materials in a relaxed and playful manner. Warm woods and reclaimed elements evoke the nostalgic feel of college athletics, creating an environment where both newcomers and lifelong Hoosiers feel at home. View the project in full here: https://lnkd.in/gmWHtij2 #StudentLiving #Architecture #Design #CollegeLife

In preparation for this week's annual Interface Student Housing Conference taking place in Austin, we are pleased to share a link to the conference issue of Student Housing Business magazine who spent time with BKV's Vice President of Interior Design and Senior Partner, Kelly Naylor, discussing spaces that balance hospitality, wellness, social interaction, and scholarship. During the in-depth interview, Kelly described a core strategy of BKV Group's student living design approach which is "to reinforce community and help kids make connections so that they can thrive socially as well as academically." To read more about "Back to the Classroom" design strategies, Kelly's segment begins here: https://lnkd.in/gMRwNUif

Introducing: BKV Group’s Newly Proposed Senior Living Project in Florida! This project is an emerging low-rise community in Umatilla, Florida featuring Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Umatilla creates a casual, coastal comfort environment with interior and exterior spaces for activities with friends or quiet contemplation, with the main structure being a combination of one and two stories tall — a community residents will be happy to call home. Read more about this senior living project here: https://lnkd.in/gDMB6_Cu

🌟 Congratulations to Melanie Hanna! 🌟 We are thrilled to celebrate Melanie N. Hanna, BKV Group’s Director of Interior Design and Associate Partner, for being named to the Dallas Business Journal's prestigious 40 Under 40 List! 🎉 An unstoppable changemaker, Melanie brings bold energy, fearless drive, and an adventurous spirit to our Dallas team. As a natural leader and visionary, she thrives on curiosity and authenticity, inspiring those around her to think big, push boundaries, and elevate design. Her passion is not just about creating spaces—it’s about shaping experiences and making an impact. As a dynamic force in the interior design industry, Melanie’s roles are diverse, including leading the Scholarship Committee for the CoreNet Global North Texas Chapter and serving on the MileStone's 2024-25 Design Advisory Council. Additionally, she recently co-founded the DESIGN MUSE Podcast, aimed at inspiring, educating, and advocating for all things commercial interior design! Through Melanie’s leadership, BKV’s presence and brand recognition continue to grow in the Dallas market, with Melanie’s relentless pursuit of innovation and her ability to cultivate meaningful connections making her an invaluable part of our team and our future. 👏 Join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor! 👏 Link to the announcement here: https://lnkd.in/g6PnUrud #DBJ40Under40 #Leadership #InteriorDesign #BKVGroup #DallasDesign #FearlessVisionary #Trailblazer

Exciting news from our D.C. practice site! The historic Cotton Annex building that was transformed into the luxurious Annex on 12th earned the title of Best Conversion in the Washington Business Journal's Best Real Estate Deals of 2024!🏆🏢 Originally built in 1936 for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this 120,000-square-foot building sat vacant for years. In 2021, Carmel Partners acquired the property with BKV Group providing the Conceptual Design for the redevelopment. Now, the Annex on 12th boasts 562 luxury apartments with top-tier amenities, while serving as a prime example of how vacant federal buildings can be successfully repurposed to meet modern housing needs. Read more about this project and award here: https://lnkd.in/g6tfuDG5 #WashingtonDC #HistoricPreservation #LuxuryLiving #UrbanRedevelopment #Conversion

Large-scale planning can improve site selection for proposed projects and increase the return on investment for the client, while helping to provide greater predictability for project proponents, increase the efficiencies of project review, reduce permitting times, and support better environmental results. Read more about how our BKV Master Planning team explores how to spatially integrate programs into environmental markets, guiding our clients in making decisions about how best to transform their parcels: https://lnkd.in/gyXB33gv

Multiple Government and Development project spotlights including senior, student, market-rate, and affordable, plus our newest Urban Design & Landscape brochures — these stories and more encapsulate the April issue of The Pulse:

BKV Group is headed to Denver! For the first time, our team will be attending Colorado Real Estate Journal's 2025 Hotel and Affordable Housing Summits & Expos on Wednesday, April 9th. Join Michael Krych, TRACE JACQUES, Liza Kapisak, and Julie Lux as they connect with industry leaders, share insights, and explore opportunities shaping the future of hospitality and affordable housing. If you’ll be there, let’s connect! See you there! 

At the 3rd Annual Minnesota Real Estate Journal Redevelopment Summit, BKV's Michael Krych, Senior Design Leader and Managing Partner, joined a distinguished panel including Kirk Davis, Burton Coffin, Chris Sherman, Don Kohlenberger, and Lindsey Remakel. They discussed "Architectural, Market, and Environmental Considerations for Adaptive Reuse," focusing on revitalizing existing buildings while balancing historic character, market realities, and environmental factors. Mike's expertise in architecture and design provided valuable insights into adaptive reuse strategies, contributing to a comprehensive dialogue on sustainable redevelopment practices. (photo credit: MREJ)

In a world of automation, Bear Robotics is helping to revolutionize our housing communities. From smart delivery robots that assist with package distribution to autonomous service bots that support senior living and multi-family developments, these cutting-edge machines enhance efficiency and elevate resident experiences. Great to see our design team members test out these machines in our Dallas practice site!