Working with the donor, the School, and the Abbey, Heurista designed recognition displays that contribute to historical and philanthropic storytelling in the building and showcase the transformational gift made by Rebecca O’Neill in honor of her late husband, Peter L. O’Neill ‘59.
Read MoreCreating an authentic, memorable experience of a place is fundamental to building a sense of community that bridges generations. It is the place—and the experiences associated with it—that become the shared experience.
Read MorePlacemaking is a tool that can be used by nonprofit organizations to build understanding and affinity for their missions. It entails integrating the values and character of a community and crafting architecture, landscape, signage, and experiences that are aligned with the culture of the community.
Read MoreSome projects can be handled by your in-house team. For others, you’ll need to hire specialized companies to provide specific services. Some projects, especially those that require building a shared vision, often benefit from the expertise provided by a consultant who can bridge strategic planning, design, and implementation. A consultant who has worked through similar projects can bring experience from peer institutions, anticipate and solve challenges, and work objectively with all stakeholders. A consultant can lead complex projects and integrate best practices. They can help get the work done faster, keep it on budget and on schedule, and provide creativity and practical know-how. And when done right, they free internal team members up for other important tasks.
Read MoreMany organizations shy away from exterior naming opportunities. Signs suitable for the outdoors can be harder to install, require more effort to maintain, and often cost more than interior signage. However, some environments warrant the extra effort. Such is the case at the Willson Hospice House in Albany, Georgia, where outdoor gardens and pathways create a unique and soothing experience for patients, families and visitors to the hospice. The design was inspired by the Atamasco lilies found on the site. The lilies now grow along the Nancy Lopez Walking Trail that encircles the hospice campus.
Read MoreIn October 2019, Heurista was engaged by the Sheltering Arms Foundation in Richmond, Virginia to develop the donor recognition strategy for the “state of the science” Sheltering Arms Institute rehabilitation hospital. From the earliest stages of the building’s design, there’d been a desire to draw attention to the verticality of the prominent, all-glass atrium at the entrance. Referred to as “the Beacon,” the four-story atrium serves as a focal point and is visible from the highway and the approach to the new facility. In conversation with the foundation, Heurista recognized a unique and exciting opportunity – to combine a visually dynamic hanging sculpture with recognition of the campaign donors.
Read MoreWith the advent of technology, place is no longer bound to a physical location like a building, area or campus. Place is so much more than a particular point in space. Place is the role one plays in a particular community or context. Place is a position in an order or hierarchy. Most importantly, place can be used as a verb meaning to remember or recognize. Placing is the act of recalling one's engagement with the community, including shared values, experiences and understanding.
