Student and workforce housing

Workforce housing and asset management

Building futures through innovative housing solutions

Addressing the housing challenge

In today’s educational landscape, the inability of students, educators, and staff to secure affordable and quality housing is a critical concern. The rising cost of living has made it increasingly difficult for members of the campus community to reside near their institutions—impacting recruitment, retention, student achievement and overall satisfaction.

Our approach
Tailored strategies
Expertise
Subscribe to The B&D Perspective
Meet the team

Our approach

At Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D), we transform housing challenges into positive institutional assets. Our work spans the full spectrum of educational housing—planning and delivering solutions for PK–14 districts and postsecondary institutions that support both students and employees.

Tailored strategies for unique communities

We develop strategies aligned with institutional mission, community context, and the specific needs of students, faculty, and staff. We offer:

In-depth market analyses to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities in on campus and local housing conditions
Stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with leadership priorities and end-user needs
Sustainable design integration to reduce long-term costs and maximize environmental performance

Proven results across education levels

We help institutions realize measurable benefits

Improved employee retention. Districts that invest in housing for teachers and staff often report reduced turnover and ongoing waitlists.
Enhanced student success. Institutions with student housing report higher academic performance and persistence.

Our expertise

Why institutions choose B&D

We are more than a development advisor; we are a trusted partner who helps leaders create housing that supports their people, their place, and their purpose. Every engagement reflects our commitment to delivering value, resilience, and equity for education communities—driving decision-making to create outcomes for our clients.

Thought Leadership

The B&D Perspective -- where insight meets impact

Stay ahead of what’s shaping schools and communities. The B&D Perspective is B&D’s monthly snapshot of key projects, trends and insights across K-12, community colleges and the public sector delivered straight to your inbox.

Subscribe to the B&D Perspective Today →