Foresight &
Intelligence
Essays, research, and perspectives from senior design leaders on the future of the profession.
Article · 7 min readBuilding Trust: Integrating Wellness, Sustainability and Diversity in DesignIn the evolving landscape of architecture and design, professionals are no longer focused only on meeting the minimum expectations of client…
October 2023JKJames Krueger
Article · 5 min readThe Work Of TransformationDespite being tortured by overuse, transformation is still a sexy word. It appeals to fantasies of a perfect future. For firms with ambition…
September 2023BFBob Fisher
Article · 10 min readRe-Imagining Decisions: Specifications, AI & BeyondArchitects as Influencers While an architect’s standard of care can vary by project, certain roles remain constant: Consulting team leader, …
September 2023VMVardhan Mehta
Article · 3 min readAvoiding The HerdAs we continue to reshape ourselves post-COVID, we welcome the arrival of a new world order in hopes that the worst of the pandemic is behin…
September 2023DGDave Gilmore
Article · 26 min readNourish The SoulDesignIntelligence, Michael LeFevre (DI): We are joined by Veronica Schreibeis Smith, CEO of Vera Iconica Architecture, a Jackson, Wyoming-b…
August 2023VSVeronica Schreibeis Smith
Article · 8 min readAre We There Yet?At a recent Design Futures Council summit, presenters comprised a representative mix of architectural academics and practitioners. In that e…
August 2023VMValerian Miranda
Article · 10 min readCrossing Over: Inclusion in Physical and Virtual EnvironmentsDesignIntelligence (DI): Welcome, Bill Curtis-Davidson, Senior Specialist in U.S. Public Sector Strategy and Transformation for Cadmus. You …
August 2023BCBill Curtis-Davidson
Article · 11 min readImagine A World Part 2Editor’s Note: This week we continue our interview with architect-activist Pascale Sablan. For last week’s Part 1 context, click here. Desig…
August 2023PSPascale Sablan
Article · 6 min readThe Wages of SynthesisExactly what are the duties, responsibilities and liabilities of the architect/engineer/designer? And, perhaps more importantly, exactly to …
August 2023PFPaul Finch
Article · 16 min readImagine a World: Part 1DesignIntelligence/Michael LeFevre (DI): We’re joined by Pascale Sablan, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP, global president of the National Association o…
July 2023PSPascale Sablan
Article · 8 min readBalancing Priorities?When its front wheels first lifted off the ground, Concorde’s engines had already consumed more oxygen during its acceleration down the runw…
July 2023PHPaul Hyett
Article · 13 min readWhat’s Important Now?In our quest to make sense of a frenetic world, the discussion often returns to phrases such as “work-life balance,” “juggling balls,” “spin…
July 2023MLMichael LeFevre