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BWBR Acquires RND Architects for North Carolina Expansion
BWBR expands national design practice into North Carolina with RND Architects acquisition.
In brief
BWBR expands national design practice into North Carolina with RND Architects acquisition. BWBR acquires RND Architects to establish its first North Carolina office and strengthen regional design capabilities. Originally reported by Pulse 2.0.
BWBR Acquires RND Architects
BWBR, a St. Paul, Minnesota-based architecture firm, has acquired RND Architects to establish its first North Carolina office.
Transaction Closed October 30, 2026
The acquisition transaction closed on October 30, 2026, with combined operations beginning November 2.
RND Operates Under BWBR Name
RND Architects, previously based in Durham, North Carolina, will operate under the BWBR name.
BWBR's Fourth Office
The acquisition establishes BWBR’s fourth office, joining locations in St. Paul, Minnesota; Madison, Wisconsin; and Omaha, Nebraska.
200 Employees Combined
The combined firm will employ approximately 200 professionals across four offices.
Strategic Expansion
BWBR aims to expand its design practice in North Carolina while strengthening capabilities for larger projects.
The essence
BWBR acquires RND Architects to establish its first North Carolina office and strengthen regional design capabilities.
