Foresight &
Intelligence
Essays, research, and perspectives from senior design leaders on the future of the profession.
Article · 22 min readReinventing CommunicationHamish Caldwell discusses the evolution of wireless networks, careers, agility, and communications – and their implications on strategy and …
November 2020HCHamish Caldwell- Article · 8 min readRipe For Reinvention
Scott Simpson posits “life cycle value” and service as new mindsets for design thinking in an industry ripe for change. Covid-19 has had a h…
November 2020SSScott Simpson - Article · 19 min readReinventing Leadership
In changing contexts, we need new models and skills for an old role. Rarely discussed in architectural studios, leadership may seem a distan…
November 2020MLMichael LeFevre 
Article · 27 min readReinventing Design ProcessInterrogating the Brief, Exploring, and Embracing Differences A Conversation with Grimshaw’s Managing Partner, Kirsten Lees Design Intellige…
October 2020KLKirsten Lees
Article · 15 min readReinventing The FirmDan Noble reflects on HKS’s firm transformation using a values-based approach. An inside look. DI: You have had time for reflection during t…
October 2020DNDan Noble
Article · 1 min readSimulation For Sustainability: A Conversation With Dr Dru Crawleyby Dr. Dru Crawley Ph.d., FASHRAE, BEMP, FIBPSA, AIA is Bentley Fellow and Director, Building Performance at Bentley Systems Inc. Vice-presi…
September 2020SSScott Simpson
Article · 6 min readGetting Back To The TruthDave Gilmore reminds us that understanding and collective good are parts of a sound social contract. Independence requires dependence and re…
September 2020DGDave Gilmore
Article · 21 min readRedefining Professional Practice Education Speculations And ChallengesUniversity of Michigan’s Taubman College Assistant Chair of Architecture Irene Hwang shares anecdotes that provoke speculation and challenge…
September 2020IHIrene Hwang
Article · 7 min readWhat Won’t ChangeScott Simpson shares reasons for optimism by design thinkers. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on the A/E/C industry as well …
August 2020SSScott Simpson
Article · 6 min readRedefining Crowds Space Time And BuildingsPaul Hyett shares musings on life, togetherness and technology in the United Kingdom. We are indeed living through incredible times. Aside f…
August 2020PHPaul Hyett
Article · 15 min readReframing The Value Propositions Of BuildingPhil Bernstein investigates agency, project delivery, and building performance as future value proposition paths In February of this year, I…
August 2020PBPhil Bernstein
Article · 9 min readOn Redefining New RulesTo spring forward from concurrent crises, DI’s Managing Editor issues a call for new rules—and the courage to break the old ones. Rules So m…
August 2020MLMichael LeFevre