Sustainability

Our vision is simple—to live our values and deliver design that sustains thriving communities.

We believe buildings should support the health of people and ecosystems while being efficient in their design, construction, and operation. Truly sustainable buildings are cherished for generations and maintain their ability to inspire, connect, support, and adapt. These buildings are shaped from a process that incorporates many voices, and bridges professional and community expertise.

AIA 2030

BBT is a signatory of the AIA 2030 Commitment. This initiative is a call to action for the industry—challenging architecture firms to reduce emissions of their portfolios to zero. Joining this commitment has inspired us the reevaluate our practice and chart our path forward. Read our Sustainability Action Plan to see what steps we are taking to better serve our clients, commitments, and communities.

Our PROCESS

The most essential components of our process are listening and curiosity. Fostering these ideas in our culture makes for better design, a more vibrant workplace, and meaningful client relationships.

LISTEN FIRST

Listening with an open mind to the aspirations, challenges, and values of our clients is a core value at BBT. It is our responsibility to internalize the conversation and present design solutions that weave together context, function, sustainability, and form. Experience has taught us that one word from the quietest corner of the room can reshape the conversation. We see out those words by being present and asking questions. We hear those words by listening.

NURTURE CURIOSITY

Our design philosophy centers around conversation coupled with an inherent curiosity about environment and shared human experience. We strive to facilitate an atmosphere where collaboration and ideas flourish. Within these environments where curiosity is engaged, stronger connections are developed – with our team and clients.

CULTIVATE RELATIONSHIPS

We feel it is our unstated responsibility to create a shared sense of possibility that is founded on trust. Throughout our 40+ years, our clients become friends whom we respect and appreciate. We look forward to creating and strengthening relationships with our clients, partners, and community.

Our Values

CURIOSITY

enable a process that listens, empowers, and connects

RESPONSIBILITY

delivery quality work that is focused, innovative, and sustainable

COURAGE

share a perspective that values relationships, openness, and play