What does it take to transform an aging early learning center into a modern, community-centered campus, one phase at a time? At Northview Early Learning Center, the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA) took on that challenge, navigating funding constraints, long-term planning, and evolving needs to reimagine what early learning can look like for Sacramento families. From strategy to execution, this project offers a compelling example of how patience, partnership, and purpose can deliver lasting impact. Click below to read the full story.

The Northern California teams of B&D and PMA. Photo by B&D.

In December, B&D announced a merger with Project Management Advisors, strengthening our combined capabilities while significantly expanding our presence across California and the broader west coast. This merger unites two nationally recognized leaders in program management and real estate advisory services into an integrated, scalable platform supporting projects throughout the full lifecycle. Click below to read the full announcement.

Join school-finance and facilities leaders in Palm Springs for a must-attend conversation on the future of asset management at the MWH School Finance Conference for Businesses, happening Jan. 15-16, 2026, at the Kimpton Rowan. On Fri,, Jan, 16 at 11:00 a.m., B&D VP Al Grazioli will co-present “Asset Management: Housing and Community Facilities,” drawing on more than two decades of experience, including senior leadership roles at Los Angeles Unified School District, and his nationally recognized expertise in workforce housing and adaptive reuse of underutilized educational assets.

If you’re navigating school housing, community partnerships, or long-term portfolio strategy, this session delivers practical insight you can use immediately. Click below to attend.

Resilience starts with smarter planning

Resilience isn’t a buzzword in California; it’s a discipline. In this month's Ask the Expert, B&D's Amanda Adams breaks down what it takes to plan facilities that endure regulatory complexity, environmental risk, and decades of evolving use. From navigating bond-driven project timelines and DSA review to designing for flexibility, life-cycle value, and long-term performance, Amanda shares practical, field-tested insights for public-sector leaders who want their investments to work harder and last longer. Click below for the full interview.

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