Bio:

The great designer, Meganne received her Bachelors of Science in Design in 2012 from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She joined BVH in 2012, and after a move to Iowa, returned to BVH in 2018. Meganne is fascinated with the built environment and how it can positively impact people’s lives in unexpected ways. As a WELL accredited professional, she is an advocate for human-centric design that improves the health and wellbeing of building occupants.

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How did you first learn about architecture and when did you decide that built environment profession was an area of interest for you?

I was 8 when we took a vacation to visit a family friend who was an architect. I remember looking at his blueprints and comparing them to the built project. It was fascinating how his vision became a reality.

 

What do you do?

I work for BVH Architecture as an interior designer but what I really do is problem solve. This involves understanding the equation before finding a solu- tion. Then I cultivate a design that exceeds the project goals and is inclusive and accessible.

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What excites you in the work you do?

I love designing interior spaces, but what really excites me is the humanistic side. I am fascinated with experiential design and how the built environment can foster relationships.

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Who or what inspires you professionally?

I find inspiration traveling with my family. We recently took a last minute trip to Colorado with zero plans. We ended up cross country skiing with a toddler and searching for animal tracks on a CAT mountain tour. It was completely spontaneous

 

What is your proudest professional accomplishment or achievement?

I worked on the new Joplin, Missouri library after the 2011 tornado. Our goal was a space that fos- tered lifelong learning. I later heard a child ask his mother when they could come back and realized the work I did could be a catalyst for change.

 

Featured Project Name: 

Omaha Public Schools Transition Program

 

Featured Project Location: 

Omaha, Nebraska

 

Featured Project Completion Date: 

August, 2018

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Role in Featured Project: 

Interior Design Lead

 

Featured Project Description:

The Omaha Public School Transition Program teaches special education and disabled young adults post-school life skills. The facility supports diverse educational needs with sensory, tactile, health, wellness, and educational amenities. Large communal spaces easily transition to classrooms. The multi-functional lobby serves for informal learning and socialization. Bright colors and materials create way-finding and a custom wall mural showcases the program’s mission.

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Photography Credit:

Dana Damewood