LEO A DALY expertise on adaptive reuse featured in The Military Engineer

LEO A DALY Federal Account Lead Aaron Wilt and National Director of Engineering Kim Cowman coauthored an article in the March/April 2025 issue of The Military Engineer about the benefits of adaptive reuse of underutilized structures in creating efficiency and cost savings

OneWorld Community Health breaks ground on new Career and Training Center

OneWorld Community Health breaks ground on their new, sustainable Career and Training Center, a mixed-use development designed by LEO A DALY.

Mark Pratt of LEO A DALY featured in Hotel Business panel about 2025 trends

“Designers must continue to evolve using inspiration from fashion and product design to help the creative mind evolve from business as usual. I think pulling hyper-local arts and culture are more important now than ever. Authenticity is expected and the idea of a contrived composition no longer validates a sense of place. We strive to create something original and timeless in all we do that ultimately gives our owners a better ROI and NOI. We always think of their money like it’s our money. I also think sustainability and innovation with respect to the same is top of mind for most travelers. People want to protect Mother Earth and our value on projects and ownership that share these values.”

LEO A DALY’s Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas design featured in Sleeper magazine

“Renovations have touched every corner of the property, with new villas designed to weave together the textures, colours and materials of the Texas landscape. Design elements inspired by indigenous Texas flora and fauna include cool, crisp blues that reflect the opulence of Texas Topaz and the bountiful surrounding lakes, and porcelain tile that nods to the earthy tones of sage and cactus. Touches of leather in warm brown and amber tones evoke the nostalgia of the property’s past as a ranch, with stitching details reminiscent of saddle craftsmanship.”

Luxury interior designer Joan Sizemore to lead LEO A DALY Dallas studio hospitality practice

Internationally accomplished designer Joan Sizemore has rejoined LEO A DALY to lead the firm’s hospitality work in its Dallas studio. She will be a senior associate, hospitality market sector leader and director of design for hospitality interiors.

Mark Bradby, PE, Joins LEO A DALY as Minneapolis Studio Lead for Mechanical Engineering

Mark Bradby, PE, is LEO A DALY’s new studio lead for mechanical engineering in its Minneapolis office. Bradby brings over 24 years of professional experience, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and high-performance design.

“I look forward to LEO A DALY’s variety of projects, from healthcare to civic to industrial,” Bradby said.

Bradby’s approach to design emphasizes creating easy-to-use structures that get the job done while considering the needs of installers and end users. He brings a robust track record in building teams and mentoring staff across various organizations. Throughout his career, Bradby has been deeply involved in sustainability initiatives, consistently striving to lower energy use while improving indoor environments. He has worked on significant projects in the healthcare, historic preservation and high-tech markets.

“Mark’s expertise and leadership will expand our mechanical practice and enhance our integrated sustainable design offerings to our clients,” said Cindy McCleary, managing principal of LEO A DALY’s Minneapolis location. “We’re thrilled to welcome him to our Minneapolis studio.”

“Mark’s industry expertise and technical know-how will be a great asset to our clients in every market,” said Kim Cowman, national director of engineering. “I’m eager to incorporate his high-performance design expertise into our existing and future projects.”

Bradby holds a bachelor’s degree of engineering from Brunel University in London and is a licensed professional engineer in Minnesota and 23 additional states. His passion for sustainable design aligns with LEO A DALY’s commitment to creating innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients.