BBS News

A New Sound for Jerusalem Avenue School

North Bellmore, NY – The Nassau BOCES Jerusalem Avenue School Auditorium underwent a complete transformation, turning a 1953-era space into a modern, inclusive performance and assembly venue. The original auditorium – shown in the “Before” photos – featured a spline ceiling, asbestos VAT flooring, and severely outdated acoustics. BBS designed a full gut renovation of […]

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Turning the Page: A New Chapter for North High’s Library

Great Neck, NY – This project reimagined the existing Great Neck North High School Library by opening up previously compartmentalized back-of-house storage, workrooms, a computer lab, and a large quiet study area into one expansive, light-filled learning environment. The original 4,800 SF library was expanded by an additional 3,000 SF through the integration of adjacent […]

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A New Stage for Bellport

Bellport, NY – In December 2025, BBS completed the Bellport High School Auditorium Renovation for the South Country School District. The project refreshed a heavily used performance space with a focus on accessibility, functionality, and an improved experience for students, staff, and the community, while respecting the character of the existing auditorium. Our renovation design […]

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What Radically Student Centered™ Means to Kevin Walsh – LearningSCAPES 2025

December 3, 2025 – In this episode, architect Kevin J. Walsh discusses the importance of making educational spaces truly student-centered. He shares how his team involves students, staff, families, and communities early in the design process to ensure all voices are heard. Kevin explains how listening, gathering feedback, and adapting to changing needs help create learning environments […]

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Striking the Right Notes in Scarsdale

Scarsdale, NY – The renovation of the Scarsdale High School Auditorium has been successfully completed, revitalizing a well-used space that serves both the school and the broader community. The project key elements originally installed during the 1980s renovation – including carpets, seating, and stage flooring – had reached the end of their useful life despite […]

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MWBE & SDVOB Opportunities

BBS Architects, Landscape Architects & Engineers is seeking qualified, New York State-certified MBE, WBE and SDVOB design firms in the pursuit of certain SUNY/SUCF projects. BBS always attempts to meet or exceed the diversity goals of these projects whenever possible.  We typically seek partnering firms for Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, MEP/IT & Fire Protection Engineering, Surveying […]

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Hempstead Schools Begin $42.3 Million Middle School Expansion and Renovation

Hempstead, NY – On October 27, 2025, the Hempstead Union Free School District held a groundbreaking ceremony for a $42.3 million modernization and expansion at Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School, marking the first major renovation and addition to the school in its 55-year history. The project directly addresses long-standing overcrowding that has required the […]

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Mountains of Opportunity

By Kevin J. Walsh, AIA, ALEP, LEED AP, Partner, BBS, and Joshua Odom, Superintendent, Montauk Public School. We often find ourselves in situations that seem insurmountable. How do we move that upcoming mountain, knowing that using a small, medium, or large shovel will not make a meaningful difference? Do we shift our thinking from moving […]

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ESBOCES Masera Middle School Completes Kitchen Renovation

West Islip, NY – BBS is pleased to announce the successful completion of the summer 2025 kitchen renovation at Eastern Suffolk BOCES Masera Middle School. The project included a full modernization of the kitchen facilities, including a new serving line, designed to enhance functionality, efficiency, and safety for both school staff and students. While the […]

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MWBE & SDVOB Opportunities

BBS Architects, Landscape Architects & Engineers is seeking qualified, New York State-certified MBE, WBE and SDVOB design firms in the pursuit of certain SUNY/SUCF projects. BBS always attempts to meet or exceed the diversity goals of these projects whenever possible.  We typically seek partnering firms for Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, MEP/IT & Fire Protection Engineering, Surveying […]

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