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LPA believes that sustainability inspires great design—design that’s environmentally intelligent and efficient—yet also visionary, vibrant and life-changing. From K-12 and higher education facilities to civic, recreational, corporate and healthcare developments, LPA delivers design solutions that benefit the environment, improve the bottom line and enrich the human experience. As one of the country’s only design firms with a dedicated research team, LPA draws on cutting-edge data, analysis and technology to shape projects and improve their economic, environmental and social value. www.lpadesignstudios.com

Sustainability | LPA | Mar 2, 2023

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future

For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion.

K-12 Schools | LPA | Dec 20, 2022

Designing an inspiring, net zero early childhood learning center

LPA's design for a new learning center in San Bernardino provides a model for a facility that prepares children for learning and supports the community.

Multifamily Housing | LPA | Feb 23, 2021

Rising costs push developers to consider modular construction

The mainstreaming of modular construction offers a cost-effective and creative solution to develop new types of urban developments.

Reconstruction & Renovation | LPA | Jan 2, 2019

Rebuild or renovate?

With some facilities, a little creativity can save money and salvage a building worth saving. 

Healthcare Facilities | LPA | Aug 3, 2018

Seismic deadlines approaching for healthcare companies

California hospitals can save money with a holistic approach to retrofit issues.

Architects | LPA | Jun 28, 2018

Designing successful maker spaces

The challenge is to design makerspaces that work, spaces that function as a tool for educators to produce better students.

K-12 Schools | LPA | Dec 6, 2017

Designing K-12 schools from the inside out

A step-by-step process finds better answers, saves money, and produces measurable results.

Higher Education | LPA | Oct 26, 2017

Where campus meets corporate design

A building is much more than its appearance; it’s how the user will behave inside of it that determines its adaptability.

K-12 Schools | LPA | Sep 8, 2017

The economic case for engaged classrooms in K-12 schools

Flexible, modern classrooms should be viewed as a key element of a sound financial strategy, producing a solid return-on-investment.

K-12 Schools | LPA | Aug 18, 2017

How to create healthy learning environments with active design

Active design can be incorporated into any facility or campus with a few simple steps.

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