When leasing commercial space, clients often focus on exterior factors such as location, square-footage, and surrounding demographics. However, overlooking critical aspects like mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, as well as acoustic assemblies, can lead to significant costs down the road, especially when repurposing a space for a new use. For instance, transitioning a retail…
Listen to an AI-generated, text-to-speech version of this article. When you hear the term “computational thinking,” it’s easy to assume it’s a complex and intricate subject reserved for computer programmers and software developers. This common misinterpretation of “computational” has led to misconceptions and feelings of intimidation. However, computational thinking (CT) is not a labyrinth of…
Team Henderson’s health sector hit the conference trail this fall to connect with industry leaders, share best practices, and discuss what’s next in healthcare design. Russ Carter, inpatient practice director at Henderson Engineers, and Greg Johnson, business development director at Henderson Building Solutions, attended the 39th annual FPC Seminar + Expo. The event brings Florida’s…
As published in ASHRAE Journal, September 2023 Features and design for these laboratories are driven by the nature of the science being taught and the level of hands-on work by students. Understanding the curriculum is key. Figure 1 lists some typical lab-based science classes. Physics and geology typically present minimal hazards. Chemistry may present exposure…
Team Henderson’s venue sector hit the conference trail this summer to connect with industry leaders, share best practices, and discuss what’s next in venue design. Brian Alessi, sustainability director, Russ Murdock, venue sector technical director and convention center practice director, and Megan Oberg, venue sector marketing manager, represented Henderson Engineers at the International Association of…
Corporations around the world are pledging to become carbon neutral by 2050 or sooner. One of the key components of achieving this goal is building electrification, which is the process of converting buildings from fossil fuels to electricity. Building electrification presents a tangible strategy within our industry to reduce and eliminate long-term operational CO2 emissions….
Situated on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin, Moody Center was part of an innovative P3 (public-private partnership) between Oak View Group and the University of Texas to build a world-class arena and bring the best performances and talent to Austin. The newly opened, multi-purpose venue hosts the Longhorns’ men’s and women’s…
As a longtime sponsor of the Vanderbilt School of Engineering’s Annual Health Care Design & Construction Symposium, Henderson Engineers proudly participated in the 17th edition of the conference on August 9-10. Representing Team Henderson were Russ Carter, health sector inpatient practice director, Mark Chrisman, health sector executive, and Greg Johnson, business development director at Henderson…
Jeremy Treat, client sector practice manager, recently represented Henderson Engineers at the 2023 EV Charging Infrastructure Summit. The event focused on utility programs and deployments with an eye toward refining strategies, identifying technologies, and implementing business models that will ensure widespread electric vehicle (EV) adoption is optimized for all parties involved. Jeremy returned from the…
Henderson Engineers was proud to host our inaugural Retail Symposium this summer at our headquarters in Lenexa, Kansas. The event brought together members of Team Henderson’s retail sector with clients and industry leaders from across the country to discuss hot topics and issues that are impacting the industry and equip us to be better partners….
As cultural hubs in many cities across the nation, mixed-use developments are continuing to change the landscape of many urban areas. Typically seen as “live, work, play” districts, these spaces bring together a variety of businesses in varying sectors including entertainment, hospitality, retail, residential living, commercial enterprise, and wellness. A 2019 study by Oxford Economics…
Danny McGrail, community sector science and technology practice director, recently represented Henderson at the 2023 Lab Design Conference. There were roughly 300 owners, architects, lab planners, engineers, contractors, and product reps in attendance. Danny returned from the conference with the following four key takeaways: A.I./Machine Learning The conference’s opening session began with the provocative statement…
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