Recent Accolades
BBCO Mentioned in Columbus Business First
CEO Bhakti Bania weighs in on Columbus’s new zoning reforms.
“Architecture Firm Heading Up Renovation of Downtown Building”
Dive into our latest article on Columbus Underground to see how we're revitalizing this iconic space and enhancing our operations to fit our growing company.
BBCO Ranks #40 on Columbus Business Firsts’ “Fast 50 2023”
BBCO Ranks on Columbus Business Firsts’ “The List 2024”
BBCO secures #39 among Woman-Owned Firms & #28 among Minority-Owned Firms on Columbus Business First's 'The List'.
Bhakti Bania Featured on Columbus CEO Cover
In the "Women in Business" feature, Bhakti shares the challenges she's overcome on her journey to her dream job. Read more here.
“Historic downtown Columbus office building gets new life with BBCO”
BBCO is thrilled to announce our big move! We have relocated from Upper Arlington to a spacious new office in a historic building in downtown Columbus. Check out our latest article in Columbus Business First to learn how our team is bringing new life to this iconic building.
2023 Women of Influence Award Names Bhakti Bania as Entrepreneur Honoree
We’re excited to share that Bhakti Bania has been selected as one of the recipients of Columbus Business Firsts’ Women of Influence Award.
Grandview Area Chamber 2015 CADA Designer’s Choice for New Multi-Family Commercial Award
The View on Fifth - Phase 1
From Fast Food to Forward Thinking
BBCO mentioned in the Columbus Dispatch for our View on High project.
Smart Business Columbus Article
Check our our Co-Founder and CEO’s article on how to entice people back to the office here.
BBCO Wins Best New Office - Columbus Business First 2024 Building Columbus Awards
BBCO received an award for our new headquarters in the 2024 Building Columbus Awards. Read more here.
Girl Scouts Open “Dream Big Transformational Initiative”
Read more about the STEM Center’s impact and design in the following articles: Columbus Business First Litter Media
BBCO Featured in Columbus Underground: Plan to Replace Campus-Area McDonald’s Presented to Review Board
BBCO is working on the design of a McDonalds on OSU’s campus. Read more here.
BBCO Featured in Columbus Business First: Columbus Rezoned
Read about new regulations on size and density along development corridors designed to help streamline the process and spur more housing here.
Bhakti Bania, Master of Many Kinds of Building
Bhakti Bania ’01 MArch, CEO and co-founder of BBCO, pioneers architectural innovation while championing women's empowerment, fostering a culture of trust and balance, shaping Central Ohio's landscape with a visionary spirit that echoes beyond her profession. Read the full article here.
BBCO Wins Building Columbus Best Neighborhood Impact Award for Hilltop Early Learning Center
Honored to be recognized by the Building Columbus Awards for our commitment to professional excellence in design, development, and construction. Read more here.
Smart Business Columbus Article
Check our our Co-Founder and CEO’s article on business staying power here.
Building Less and Creating More
BBCO Founder Bhakti Bania on “Work-Life Balance”
BBCO is proud to see Bhakti Bania, CEO, featured in the Columbus Business First! In this insightful article by Columbus Business First, Bhakti shares her invaluable advice for professionals in every industry.
BBCO Ranks #27 on Columbus Business Firsts’ “Fast 50 2024”
BBCO Ranks on Columbus Business Firsts’ “The List 2023”
BBCO secures #43 among Woman-Owned Firms and #23 among Minority-Owned Firms on Columbus Business First's 'The List'.
Our Owner's Representative Services Featured in Columbus Business First
Read about our owner's representative services and how we are providing a new service to clients in the latest feature by Columbus Business First here.
Ohio House of Representatives - High Praise
Ohio 133rd General Assembly congratulation and high praise to BBCO DESIGN on October 18, 2019, for invaluable service and an excellent resource for all of Ohio.
Certifications
At BBCO, we are proud to hold a distinguished array of certifications, empowering us to excel in the competitive business landscape while promoting diversity and inclusivity. Our certifications include:
WBENC Women’s Business Enterprise National Council: Recognized by the WBENC, we are a Women's Business Enterprise, bringing unique perspectives and expertise to every project.
MBE Minority Business Enterprise Program: As a Minority Business Enterprise, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunities for all.
WOSB Women Owned Small Business: A certified Women-Owned Small Business, we embrace innovation and excellence in our endeavors.
EDGE Encouraging Diversity, Growth, and Equity: With an EDGE certification, we foster a culture that values diverse perspectives and encourages growth for all.
ACDBE Airport Concession Business Enterprise: Certified as an ACDBE, we are committed to delivering exceptional services within the airport industry.
DBE Disadvantaged Business Enterprise: As a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, we overcome challenges and emerge as leaders in our field.
8(a) Certified: Our 8(a) certification showcases our commitment to excellence and innovation in the marketplace.
These certifications reflect our dedication to delivering unparalleled solutions while making a positive impact on the communities we serve.