says. “That was a tough challenge because we were thinking about different roll-up doors and how to separate (the space).” But the design paid off – the door adds a rustic feel, complementing the reclaimed wood floor, as well as creating privacy when needed.
RISING TO THE CHALLENGE For BDA, taking on their own renovations – including the addition of top-tier smart technology, letting the team control everything from light to sound – was no small feat. “It was quite a bit of coordination,” Bertrand says. “Doing all that while growing a business was a great learning curve for us.” The new space had been long anticipated by BDA’s team, but with COVID-19 safety measures, many were working from home. “Everybody wants to come back to the office, the team is motivated and has that social camaraderie,” Bertrand says. And if that’s not a sign of a great office, then what is?
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