School Security Protocols As of December 2018, Americans have been terrorized by 325 mass shootings this year, many of which have taken place in schools. That’s not counting other incidents of school violence, threats,…
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Which Project First: What You Should Look For in a Facilities Master Plan?
Facilities Master Plan If you are like most facilities owners or managers, there are always more capital needs than funds available. So how do you decide what to fund first and how long can…
What it Means to be a Green Architecture Firm?
Green Architecture Firms Explained All of us living on Earth are the stewards of our planet, and it’s our responsibility to keep it healthy for ourselves and for generations to come. A green architecture…
Choosing Architects Specializing in Schools
Choosing Architects Specializing in Schools “We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us” – Winston Churchill Put simply, school facilities DO impact learning, and with high-quality, safe, durable buildings, students and teachers perform better. A…
Developing a Comprehensive Building Condition Assessment
Developing a Comprehensive Building Condition Assessment The condition of your building now, and its potential condition in the future, impacts decisions about your budget, repairs and maintenance, and construction projects down the road. Without…
The Hidden Value of an Architect
The Hidden Value of an Architect What Does an Architect Do? (It may be more than you think) An architect is like the composer and conductor of an orchestra — he or she has a…
New Classroom Wing Opens
New Classroom Wing Opens On September 18, the Fort Lee Board of Education proudly unveiled the second component of their 2014 referendum, a three-story addition to School 2. On hand for the celebration were…
SSP Architects celebrates 125 years
SSP Architects Celebrates 125 Years “We are taking the time to not only reflect on our storied history, but also to celebrate our recent achievements and look ahead at what the next year, decade,…