Across our firm, we deeply believe in the power of design to create a better world. We also believe that our people’s diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives is what makes our design work exponentially more powerful. The principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with our core values, and have been embedded in our DNA since the founding of the firm by Art Gensler in 1965.
Since 2020, we have amplified our impact by forming our Global Inclusion Committee, establishing a Global Inclusion Studio, and more. Now, we are thrilled to reveal our Strategies to Build a Just and Inclusive Future, a revitalized, global approach to evolving and enhancing our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within Gensler and beyond. Our Strategies have been a transformative framework to address the many injustices facing our world — taking the first steps in our industry to lead by example and drive impactful, collaborative change.
Today, we remain steadfast in our commitment to those values and continue to foster a culture of change that promotes equity and inclusion. We must celebrate our culture of inclusion at our borderless global firm and continuously evolve how our inclusion efforts elevate the impact of design — moving us closer to a more just, equitable, and inclusive future for all.

Together with allied partners and our clients, we are working to create meaningful, lasting change. Strategies to Build a Just and Inclusive Future has been crafted to combat the challenges that underrepresented professionals face across the design industry. Since 2020 we’ve seen steady progress across our recruitment and retention efforts for underrepresented racial and ethnic communities across the firm. Our biannual Equity and Inclusion Report helps us assess our impact and progress year to year, identify areas of improvement, and support opportunities to expand our equity and inclusion initiatives.

- We know that our designs are more equitable, inclusive, and impactful when our designers reflect and understand the diversity of the communities we serve.
- We are inspiring the next generation of designers by introducing students to the world of design.
- The inclusion of community voices is vital to our design process — one that is purposeful, collaborative, and impactful.
- We partner with industry leaders to advocate for equitable opportunities in our field.
- By partnering with our clients on aligned equity and inclusion goals, we foster a shared vision for positive change.
We’re focused on making incredible progress towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive future.

Jason Pugh

Jean Anderson

Elaine Asal

Allison Brooke Tomlinson

Francisco Gonzalez

Vaki Mawema

Gensler Tokyo Recognized With the D&I Award 2024 for Best Workplace for Third Consecutive Year

The Future Is Now: How We Can Design for a Minority-Majority in the United States

Designing for Racial Equity and Inclusion

Crain’s Chicago Business Celebrated Andre Brumfield on Its List of 2024 Notable Black Leaders

IIDA Highlighted the Design Your World Summer Program

Reframing Design Through the Lens of Restorative Justice

Gensler Voices: Simba Mafundikwa on Continued Learning

Gensler Voices: Shirin Masoudi on Her Design Inspiration

How Building a More Diverse, Inclusive Workforce in the Architecture Profession Is Vital and Benefits Everyone

How the Design and Construction Industry Is Prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Arsight Interior Designer Artem Kropovinsky on DEI in the Design Industry

Bring Climate Justice Into Your Projects by Engaging Community Partners

Equity and the 20-Minute Neighborhood

Gensler Architect Rajas Karnik Honored Among Crain’s Notable LGBTQIA+ Leaders and Executives for 2023

Gensler and Nia Architects Will Design a Mixed-Use Development That Expands the Black Ensemble Theater

REACH LA’s Vibrant Space, Designed by Gensler, Sets New Standards for the LGBTQ+ Community

Gensler: Creatividad y Diseño con Visión Global

Gensler Voices: Lina Ayala on the Power of Mentorship in Her Career

Gensler Voices: Dijana Dejanovic on the Importance of Inclusivity in Strengthening Design

Archinect Celebrated The Year’s Top Efforts to Further Social Justice, Equity, and Representation in the Industry

The National Organization of Minority Architects’ Sold-Out 2022 Conference

Jason Pugh Reflects on DEI Efforts Within the Urban Planning and Architecture Industry

California College of the Arts Receives $4.7 Million From Gensler, Amazon, and Others to Support Diversity in Design

Gensler Voices: Francisco Gonzalez on Why It’s Vital to Design Inclusive Spaces

Gensler Voices: Ana Salazar on How Her Hispanic Heritage Ignited a Passion for Sustainability

The Resilient Workplace is Purposeful, Inclusive, and Collaborative
Optimizing Hybrid Meetings for Neurodiversity and Inclusion at Work
Driving Inclusivity in Digital Content

Inclusive Product Design: Everyone Has a Seat at the Table

How Inclusive Design Supports Resilience and Climate Preparedness

Being Black Women in Architecture and Design: Challenges, Triumphs, and Opportunities

Gensler Voices: Eric Knowles on How Design Can Create a More Sustainable, Just, and Equitable World

Gensler Voices: Heidi Davis on Why Diverse Teams Can Create New Narratives

The Future of the Museum Experience: Diverse, Inclusive, and Digital

How Architects and Designers Can Continue to Prioritize Inclusivity

How D.C.’s Community of Hope Family Health and Birth Center Supports Black Women

Why Inclusive Design Is a Critical Advantage in the War for Talent

Reflecting on the First Year of Black Lives and Design Grants

Fighting Climate Injustice: 10 Strategies for Action

Justice, Equity & Design Dialogue Series: Conversations with Eden Robinson, Greg Hoffman, and Lesley Lokko

Why Understanding the BIPOC Student Experience Is Critical to the Future of Education

Creating a Destination for Pride, Diversity, and Inclusion in San Jose

The Inclusion Utopia: Promoting a More Equitable and Inclusive Experience for Athletes

Bridging the Gap to Bring More Diverse Voices Into the Design Profession

Designing a Black-Owned Gallery to Elevate Artists of Color

7 Ways Creative Leaders Can Build Inclusive Organizations and Solutions: Lessons From a CMO

The HBCU Student Design Charrette: A Study in Inclusivity and Hope

Gensler Voices: Mustapha Williams, Gensler Chicago

Towards Justice, Equity, and Design

Designing Schools for Equity and Engagement

Gensler Voices: Rhandi Green, Gensler New York

Wellness Design at the Intersection of Equity and Sustainability

Embracing Multiculturalism With Michael Marshall, AIA, NOMA

Jackie Robinson Museum

Newark Community Museum of Social Justice

Lawndale Gateway Project

Oscar Mike Sports & Training Center

The Lark Inn

Roots to Success

Fleet Street Quarter Public Realm Strategy

Guulabaa (Place of Koala)

Fair Park Fitzhugh Parking Structure

The Center for Pursuit

Holcomb Family YMCA
Debbie Allen Dance Academy

REACH LA

Community of Hope Family Health and Birth Center

Lupita’s Corner

Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice

Infill On The Cut

Town Hall Apartments
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Designing for Racial Justice 2024

Education and the BIPOC Student Experience
