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How the Nighttime Economy Is Rewriting Urban Design

Cities around the world are beginning to take the nighttime economy seriously — not as a separate or secondary system, but as a vital counterpart to daytime urban life.
May 21, 2025 | By Gerardo Gandy
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The New Club Workplace: More Than an Amenity

The next generation of tenants wants an experience-driven, unconventional shared amenity space, prompting landlords to rethink their offerings.
May 15, 2025 | By Brian Stromquist
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The New Workplace Experiences That People Crave

Employees want to move past the corporate workplace experience to more creative, natural, and residential environments.
May 15, 2025 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Designing an Eco-Retreat in Costa Rica’s Rainforest

Gensler Paris’ Managing Director explores how hospitality trends influence the design of this new Costa Rican resort — from the demand for cultural immersion to the rising appeal of slow travel.
May 15, 2025 | Q&A with Philippe Paré and Alexandre Brunstein
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Latin American Malls: The New Town Square

Malls across Central and South America are layered, experience-rich destinations that bring people together.
May 14, 2025 | By Luis Santi-Merayo
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It’s Time for the Traditional Conference Room to Make Way for New Spaces

It’s time to forgo the traditional conference room and make space for more intentional, adaptable environments that are aligned with how people connect today.
May 12, 2025 | By Anita Grabowska and Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Birmingham’s Renaissance: The City of 100 Quarters

How the city’s next evolution is embracing both innovation and heritage to shape a vibrant future.
May 08, 2025 | By Madeleine Hilton
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How Summer FOMO Is Shaping the Canadian Workplace

Our latest research offers some insights into why a desire for flexibility, variety, and seasonal adaptability is influencing the workplace in Canada.
May 08, 2025 | By Annie Bergeron and Kevin Katigbak
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The Value of Time in Retail Environments

Time is a precious commodity, and brands that understand its value and choreograph both fast and slow retail experiences will thrive.
May 07, 2025 | By Kathleen Allen
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How AI Is Driving Innovation in the European Data Centre Market

The scale of data centre demand is driving innovations in energy generation, grid infrastructure, and cooling technologies.
May 07, 2025 | By Joost Lansbergen
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Fusion Center Models: The Future of 24/7 Banking Support Hubs

In an increasingly digital world, banks are turning to Fusion Centers to protect and respond to cybersecurity threats, financial fraud, and other concerns.
May 06, 2025 | By Shawn Reichart
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How the AI Gold Rush Is Influencing Data Center Design Trends

Gensler’s Critical Facilities leaders discuss how the AI boom is influencing the shape, speed, and operations of data center design.
May 06, 2025 | Q&A with Joy Hughes and Ryan Cook
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Lifestyle Living Is Redefining the Home in the Age of Belonging

We’ve identified five major trends shaping the future of living environments.
May 01, 2025 | By John Badman
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Historic Buildings: A New Solution for Modern Data Centers

Repurposing historic buildings into data centers is a compelling strategy for heritage preservation, sustainability, and digital transformation.
April 30, 2025 | By Felicia Santiago
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How Two Innovative Shelters Reimagine Refuge for the Homeless in Chicago

By prioritizing privacy and dignity, trauma-informed design can provide essential refuge and promote sustained healing.
April 30, 2025 | By Sean McGuire
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How Law Firms in Mid-Tier Markets Are Leading Workplace Innovation

As law firms across the country reimagine the workplace, mid-tier markets are emerging as powerful leaders in this transformation.
April 29, 2025 | By Jennifer Williams
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Agency Is the New Workplace Amenity

By designing enough of the right spaces within the workplace, employers can create environments where employees have agency to choose the best space for their needs.
April 28, 2025 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin and Jill Goebel
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The Convergence of Tech and the Financial Workplace

The financial workplace is taking cues from the tech industry, shifting from one-size-fits-most to always-in-beta mode.
April 28, 2025 | By Mallory Ortman and Brooks Morelock
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How a New Vision for Flexible Co-Living Conversions Can Support Housing Affordability

Gensler and The Pew Charitable Trusts studied building typologies in seven cities to better understand the potential in this unique office-to-residential conversion model.
April 28, 2025 | By Wes LeBlanc and Terry Hogan
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10 Opportunities for a More Resilient and Equitable Jersey City

Listening to the local community to improve climate justice, health, safety, and equity.
April 28, 2025 | By Roger Smith, John Ferns, Eric Bieber, and Paris Casey
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How Strategic Partnerships Are Shaping Academic Campus Development

Facing respective challenges, institutional-private sector collaborations can offer mutually beneficial opportunities for universities to expand their reach, optimize real estate, and enhance campus vitality, while providing developers with stable, high-value investment options.
April 25, 2025 | By Michael Kocher and Keller Roughton
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Unlocking the Missing Middle: Why the U.S. Housing Model Needs a Redesign

How zoning, building codes, and financing reforms can unlock affordable, well-designed housing.
April 24, 2025 | Q&A with Sean McGuire and Michael Eliason
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Why Now Is the Time for a Workplace Reset

To keep pace with changing workforce expectations, we need to think differently about the workplace.
April 24, 2025 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin and Anita Grabowska
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Survivalist Architecture: The Age of Adapt & Reuse

Architecture must move beyond pure aesthetics to embrace solutions that prioritise environmental and social responsibility.
April 23, 2025 | Q&A with Harry Cliffe-Roberts and Valeria Segovia
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How to Design for Resilience

Resilient design is no longer a nice to have; it’s good business. Gensler’s Resilience Design report uncovers some key resilient design strategies.
April 22, 2025 | By Rives Taylor and Jacob Plotkin
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Imagining a New Era for New Jersey’s Historic Art Factory

Originally built in the 1840s, the Art Factory is prime for a revitalization that preserves its character while serving the needs of a modern-day city.
April 16, 2025 | By Roger Smith and Eric Bieber
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The 18-Hour Campus: Strategies for Creating Vibrant, Round-the-Clock Hubs

Here are three strategies universities are adopting to create environments where students, faculty, and communities engage throughout the day and night.
April 14, 2025 | By Steve Wilson
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How Design Drives Innovation in Education & Science

Gensler’s European Education & Sciences leaders explore how design can accelerate progress in these converging fields.
April 11, 2025 | By Julian Gitsham, Nathan Morgan
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Urban Design’s Renaissance: How San Francisco Is Leading the Way

Cities everywhere are rethinking not just how they look and function, but how they can better serve the people who live in them. Few cities are as poised to lead this transformation as San Francisco.
April 09, 2025 | By Katie Buchanan and Ben Tranel
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5 Ways Suburban Office Campuses Are Transforming Into Thriving Communities

Tomorrow’s office campuses demand much more than a park and a café to attract and retain talent.
April 07, 2025 | By Dayita Kumar
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The Building as Brand: A Watershed Opportunity in Manhattan Office

As the city’s commercial real estate market undergoes unprecedented transformation, office space must be seen not as a commodity, but as a strategic investment with the potential to drive competitive advantage.
April 02, 2025 | By Erin Saven
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The Biggest Challenge to Office Conversions Isn’t Design — It’s the Status Quo

Office-to-residential conversions have the ability to unlock affordable housing and revitalize cities, but only if the market can move beyond the status quo.
April 01, 2025 | By Steven Paynter
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Bandwidth Headquarters: A Workplace Designed Not Just for Work, But Life

An amenity-forward design approach cultivates a vibrant and dynamic workplace environment, empowering every employee to perform at their peak potential every day.
April 01, 2025 | By Alison Briggs and Brad Burns
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Live Event Amenities: The Next Frontier for Creative Workplaces

Companies are investing in live event-ready amenity spaces to attract talent, fuel creative work, and create buzz in the workplace.
March 31, 2025 | By Jennifer Nuila
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What’s Next for the Workplaces of San Francisco?

As the city’s office market navigates recovery, landlords, building owners, and employers must consider the varying needs of future real estate vs. the status quo.
March 28, 2025 | By Katie Buchanan and Randy Howder
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Why Now Is the Time to Double Down on the Promise of California Community Colleges

How these essential institutions could drive local, inclusive economic recovery.
March 26, 2025 | By Sandy Mendler
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How the Rise in Digital and Home Health Will Transform Healthcare

New technologies and digital tools leveraging AI are starting to redefine how we manage our personal healthcare needs — and it starts at home.
March 25, 2025 | By Bonny Slater and Randy Guillot
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Realizing the Value of Artificial Intelligence When Planning Tomorrow’s Healthcare Facilities

The true value of AI lies not just in its ability to revolutionize devices and treatments but in its power to drive ROI through smarter, more adaptable healthcare environments.
March 24, 2025 | By Tatiana Guimaraes and Lorena Knezevic
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Right-Sizing the Community Hospital: Optimizing for the Future

As U.S. health systems prepare for an uncertain future, our prototype hospital looks to expand care with fewer beds.
March 24, 2025 | By Bonny Slater and Randy Guillot
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Trends to Watch Shaping the Future of Wellness

Gensler’s Wellness leaders discuss the opportunities shaping the future of wellness, from wellness real estate to inclusive design.
March 19, 2025 | Q&A with Michael Schur and Stacey Olson
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Reimagining Downtown: Transforming Underused Civic Buildings for a Vibrant Future

Former courthouses, grand banks, and other historic buildings at the center of our cities offer great potential to attract the public and activate our civic spaces.
March 17, 2025 | By Maurice Reid
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Designing a New Future of Cities Through Wellness and Experience Design

How cities can take an active role in fostering healthier, more fulfilling urban lives for residents and visitors.
March 14, 2025 | By Gerardo Gandy
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Creating a More Resilient Future With Green and Thriving Cities

As the demand for sustainable and liveable cities grows, urban planners and architects are adopting innovative strategies to harmonise built and natural environments.
March 13, 2025 | By Diana Lee
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Why Low-Carbon, Healthy Materials Are an Imperative for the Building Industry

Gensler’s updated Product Sustainability Standards™ aim to reduce the environmental impact of the building material supply chain, while driving industry change.
March 13, 2025 | By Sarah Templin, David Briefel, and Jordan Cross
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How Gensler’s Product Sustainability Standards™ Are Making an Impact in the Industry

We created the Gensler Product Sustainability Standards™ because we believe this is one of our most substantial opportunities for accelerating industrywide impact.
March 13, 2025 | By Sarah Templin and Peter Harrison
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Introducing the Gensler Product Sustainability Standards™

We’ve set a new standard for all our projects to help increase demand for more regenerative materials in the building industry.
March 13, 2025 | By David Briefel, Mallory Taub, Melissa Kelly, and Carey Gallagher
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The Next Big Generation at Work May Not Be Who You Think

Historically, the fastest growing age group in the U.S. workforce has always been the upcoming generation. But not anymore.
March 12, 2025 | By Erik Lucken
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Design Guidelines: The Most Powerful Tool in Your Real Estate Toolkit

Understanding a valuable tool that organizations can deploy to facilitate change in their real estate portfolio.
March 12, 2025 | By Wendy Andrew-Doele
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Healthier Spaces: Removing Harmful Chemicals From the Built Environment

Now is the time to take radical action and remove chemicals of concern from our buildings and spaces.
March 11, 2025 | By Stacey Olson
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Three Principles for High-Impact Sustainable Design Guidelines

Translating sustainability commitments to design strategy.
March 10, 2025 | By Mallory Taub, Shane Clark, David Briefel
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Is Belonging the New Currency for Workplace Design?

By prioritizing belonging, we can create more impactful and transformative spaces that mitigate loneliness, foster connection, and drive value for people and organizations.
March 07, 2025 | By Collin Peters, Luke Askwith, Jordan Cross, Yun Hi Yi, Annie Portner, and Mun Yi Cheng
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Designing for Flexibility in Senior Community Amenities

New insights in programming activities for tomorrow’s seniors will lead to the design of flexible, reconfigurable spaces and increased engagement.
March 06, 2025 | By JP Emery
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How Branded Healthcare Environments Can Build Trust and Community

Brand identity plays a vital role in shaping patient experiences and reinforcing confidence in healthcare interiors.
March 03, 2025 | By Emily Buchanan and Amy Bixler
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Trends to Watch Shaping the Future of Senior Living Design

Gensler’s regional Northwest Senior Living leader discusses new housing models, amenities, and other opportunities shaping the future of senior living design
February 28, 2025 | By JP Emery
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Why Resilience Planning Is Crucial to Safeguard Health Systems

Investing in proactive resilience planning, rather than reacting to weather and climate disasters as they unfold, will ensure uninterrupted, quality care.
February 27, 2025 | By Amy Force and Jeremy Shannon
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Biodiversity as the New Frontier for Achieving Resilience in Real Estate

The biodiversity crisis is a fundamental challenge that impacts life, the global economy, and the real estate industry.
February 25, 2025 | By Astrid Hugo and Marta de Prisco
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The Future of Mixed-Use Communities in Phoenix

Phoenix is well positioned for continued expansion, capitalizing on new technologies, sustainable practices, and architectural innovation.
February 20, 2025 | By Kamini Chavda and Madeleine Niepceron
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Repopulating the Workplace: Why Collaboration Space Is in Danger

Despite their value, collaboration spaces are often the first to go when companies are looking for ways to repopulate the workplace.
February 18, 2025 | By Craig O’Halloran and Erik Lucken
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The New Experiential Hybrid

The New Hybrid experience brings together the robust attributes of commerce, culture, and leisure, and recalibrates the urban experience.
February 11, 2025 | By David Glover
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The Evolving Role of Hotels in Retail-Driven Mixed-Use Environments

Hotels within mixed use developments are becoming curated retail destinations and dynamic contributors to a vibrant urban experience.
February 11, 2025 | By Alejandro Guerrero
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The Uncertainty of Electric Power: A View from Houston

Through innovative design, regulatory support, and community participation, we can enhance our resilience to extreme weather events and ensure a more stable energy supply.
February 07, 2025 | By Rives Taylor
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The Future of Lab Automation: Opportunities, Challenges, and Sustainable Design Solutions

Automation in labs isn’t just about advanced tools; it’s about creating an ecosystem that considers workflow efficiency, spatial design, and environmental sustainability.
February 07, 2025 | By Adam Harper and Megan Skarkas
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How Repositioning Houston’s Astrodome Can Serve as a Model for Aging Sports and Entertainment Venues

A proposal to redevelop and repurpose the iconic stadium into a multi-use venue would preserve the building’s historic integrity while giving it new life.
January 31, 2025 | By Suryabala Sah, Rives Taylor, and Kristopher Stuart
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What Do Consumers Want? Gensler’s U.S. Consumer Experience Report Uncovers Key Insights

Gensler’s latest consumer research delves into how design can impact human experiences for the better.
January 31, 2025 | By Derrick Mead
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Communicating Sustainability: Quantifying, Qualifying, and Celebrating Climate Impact Achievements

Wherever a company or brand may be on its sustainability journey, telling the story of impact in a way that is both authentic and transparent is increasingly crucial.
January 30, 2025 | By Beth Novitsky and Derrick Mead
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A Radical Solution to the U.K. Housing Crisis: Building a New London in the Thames Estuary

How should the U.K.’s government be addressing the housing crisis? Here are four steps to a radical solution.
January 29, 2025 | By Ian Mulcahey
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Trends to Watch: What Other Cities Can Learn From New York City’s Conversion Boom

As U.S. cities experience high commercial real estate vacancy rates and housing shortages, developers have an opportunity to invest in and convert stranded assets.
January 29, 2025 | Q&A with Robert Fuller
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What Retail Can Learn From Chinatown: 3 Ways to Create Thriving Third Places

Looking towards San Francisco’s Chinatown as a case study, here are three key strategies to create a thriving third place.
January 29, 2025 | By Sara Tin-U
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What Are Corporate Real Estate Executives Planning for 2025?

A look at what office space portfolio modifications and space allocation strategies CRE leaders are anticipating and planning for the year ahead.
January 27, 2025 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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The Future Is Mixed Use: How Principles of Mixed Use Design Will Restore Our Communities

Here are four principles for creating mixed-use environments that will future-proof real estate.
January 27, 2025 | By Ben Tranel
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The New Era of Retail Banking Is Here

To stay relevant, banks must transform branches into spaces that go beyond transactions, creating experiences that resonate with a new generation of consumers.
January 21, 2025 | By Ryan Cavanaugh and Joseph Fulco
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5 Design Considerations for Authentic Specialty Market Experiences

Though the retail and dining sector has struggled with pandemic recovery and rising costs, the specialty markets subcategory is thriving.
January 21, 2025 | By Justin DeAbreu and Anna Han
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The Future of Healthcare Is Anchored in Its Communities

Community health hubs will play a vital role within an integrated ecosystem of health and care.
January 17, 2025 | By Bonny Slater
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3 Ways Gensler Is Designing for a Zero-Carbon Future

The most successful buildings of the future will contribute to the well-being of the environment while bringing their carbon emissions to zero.
January 16, 2025 | By Rives Taylor and Jacob Plotkin
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Why Quality in Commercial Office Space Hinges on Workplace Experience

Demand is surging for premium office environments that deliver an effective workplace and a great work experience.
January 14, 2025 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Designing a Community-Based Workplace for Valley Bank

Gensler partnered with SJP Properties and Valley Bank to envision both the base building and a community-driven workplace interior for Valley’s employees.
January 13, 2025 | Q&A with Janine Intonato, Janet Ristuccia, Leslie Heifetz, and Tara Curran

Avoiding Fear-Based Decision-Making to Foster Positive In-Store Retail Experiences

How deliberate design decisions can boost brand recognition and connect with customers.
January 10, 2025 | By Andrew Gallici
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Removing Behavioral Health Stigmas Through Elevated, Strategic Design

We designed a revolutionary new kind of emergency facility to break down social and systemic barriers surrounding behavioral health care.
January 09, 2025 | By Morgan Crowder and Randy Guillot
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The Future of Energy: How Small Modular Reactors Are Changing the Game

As the global demand for energy soars, small modular reactors are emerging as a key player in the race to meet this need with clean, efficient power.
January 08, 2025 | By Laura Sullivan
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How Gaming Can Transform Activation and Transition Planning for New Healthcare Campuses

A gamified approach to training can help educate and engage staff when transitioning to new healthcare facilities.
January 08, 2025 | By Alanna Carter
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How AI and Emerging Technologies Will Transform the Future of Labs

From AI and machine learning to quantum computing, we explore how technological advancements are redefining how scientists work.
January 07, 2025 | By Lucianna Scordo, Ryley Poblete, and Bert deViterbo, Jr.
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Bringing Spaces to Life: The Integral Role of Service Design in the Design Process

Service design acts as a bridge that connects the physical design of a space with the user-centric experiences within it.
January 07, 2025 | By Tessa Levine-Sauerhoff and Carolina Montilla
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When It Comes to Workplace Design, Beauty Drives Performance

Beauty plays a crucial role in driving workplace performance, going beyond mere aesthetics to shape overall functionality and impact the employee experience.
January 06, 2025 | By Lindsay Roth
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A Field Guide to Authentic Amenities

To create authentic amenities that workers truly want, designers and companies should think outside the box.
December 19, 2024 | By Todd Heiser and Eric Gannon
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The Campus as a Catalyst: Combining Student Needs With Institutional Goals

Here are some key strategies for differentiating a university campus, improving retention, and reimagining underutilized spaces to optimize real estate.
December 17, 2024 | By Mark Thaler and Adam Griff
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A New Approach to London’s Dated Offices

To revitalise London’s dated office building stock, we must make these environments relevant and capable of attracting the best tenants and talent.
December 16, 2024 | By Richard Harrison
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Workplace as a Service: A Thought Experiment in Office Evolution

The concept of Workplace as a Service challenges traditional notions about work environments. Will this new design perspective help the office remain relevant?
December 12, 2024 | By Christian Lehmkuhl
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Trends to Watch: The Future of Entertainment in the Built Environment

Gensler’s Entertainment leaders discuss the opportunities shaping the future of entertainment, from immersive experiences to entertainment districts.
December 11, 2024 | Q&A with Lexi Barry and Ann Morrow Johnson
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Trends to Watch: The Future of Cities Relies on Multiuse Districts

Gensler’s Mixed Use & Retail Centers leaders discuss the opportunities shaping the future of cities and multiuse districts.
December 10, 2024 | Q&A with J.F. Finn, III and David Glover
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Trends to Watch Shaping the Future of Mobility and Transportation

Gensler’s mobility and transportation leaders discuss the biggest trends shaping the industry, from micromobility to electrification.
December 10, 2024 | Q&A with Dylan Jones, Carmen Cecilia Cham, Jaymes Dunsmore, and Alex Burkholder
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Trends to Watch: Building City Identities to Become Destination Brands

How can brand positioning and a compelling narrative help cities create global destinations and build strong brand advocates?
December 06, 2024 | Q&A with Amy Bixler and Janice Cavaliere
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Trends Shaping the Industrial Market in Latin America

We explore some of the key trends, innovation, and strategic design shaping the industrial sector in the region.
December 05, 2024 | By Hector Barceinas
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Design for Laboratory Resilience: A Compliance Approach to Climate Risk Assessment

Innovative sustainable design of laboratory buildings must factor in risk of regional natural disasters and affected communities.
November 22, 2024 | By Mitsy Canto-Jacobs
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The Secret to Paris 2024’s Olympic Success? Reuse, Temporality, and Legacy

How an innovative, sustainable, and cleverly timed approach helped Paris avert the pitfalls many cities face when hosting the Olympic Games.
November 22, 2024 | By Alexandre Brunstein
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The Urgent Need for Adaptation and Resilience Being Addressed at COP 16 and COP 29

International conventions such as COP 29 and COP 16 underscore the need for global accord to address challenges ranging from biodiversity preservation to climate financing.
November 18, 2024 | By Juliette Morgan
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How Communities Can Benefit From Mixed-Use Data Center Integration

As suburban communities restrict new data centers, innovative master planning development is challenged with integrating critical facilities into mixed-use settings.
November 13, 2024 | By Shawn Reichart and W. Scotte MacQueen
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Designing for the Future of Theater and Immersive Entertainment

Our Media and Entertainment leaders discuss what’s next for immersive theater and performing arts venues.
November 12, 2024 | Q&A with Ryan Ihly and Ann Morrow Johnson
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Climate Resilience in the Latin American Caribbean: Challenges and Opportunities

To mitigate the effects of climate change in the region, we must adapt cities, strengthen infrastructure, and protect vulnerable communities.
November 12, 2024 | By Paula Badilla
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Office-to-Residential Conversions: What Boston Can Learn From New York’s Momentum

New York City’s conversion success story offers valuable lessons for Boston as it seeks to address its own housing shortage amid a surplus of office space.
November 11, 2024 | By Jared Krieger
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Realizing Virsona’s Vision for Interactive, Community-Driven Gaming Spaces

Gensler and social gaming startup Virsona discuss the opportunity to create in-person communal spaces for one of the country’s most popular pastimes: video games.
November 11, 2024 | Q&A with Grant Kimmerling, Alexia Beghi, and Ping Lim
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How Immersive Food and Beverage Experiences Are Redefining Hospitality

Food and beverage spaces have unique potential as experiential destinations that authentically convene community in a way that is familiar, universal, and transformative.
November 06, 2024 | Q&A with Ann Morrow Johnson and Emilie Baltz
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Trends Shaping the Future of Retail in Latin America

Embracing cultural identity, technology, and sustainability is key to engaging consumers in the region.
November 04, 2024 | By Adrián Aguilar
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Reimagining Digital as an Enhanced Building Material

As technology becomes more invisible, we are merging physical and digital experiences to redefine how digital is considered in the built environment.
November 04, 2024 | By Ryan Rowlett
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The Powerful Influence of Experience Design in Transforming Retail

The intersection of retail and experience design yields curated atmospheres that foster community connection and strengthen brand loyalty.
November 01, 2024 | By Jerry Alexander
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Redefining the Workplace for a New Era of Productivity and Engagement

This new era of work is not about obligation but about crafting a compelling experience that draws people in and encourages them to grow personally and professionally.
October 30, 2024 | By Greg Gallimore
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10 Workplace Trends for 2025: What’s In and What’s Out?

The workplace is evolving beyond a collection of experiences and becoming a space designed to foster intentional transformations.
October 30, 2024 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin and Louis Schump
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What Two Mixed-Use Districts Reveal About Successful Retail and Placemaking

Lessons from two mixed-use destinations in Texas reinforce the value of adaptability and careful placemaking for large, retail-centered developments.
October 29, 2024 | By Julien Meyrat
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Face-to-Face Work and Aging Building Stock – How Can We Make Sense of French Workers’ Contradictory Attitude Towards Their Office?

There is an inextricable paradox in the attitude of French workers towards their workspaces.
October 17, 2024 | By Alexandre Brunstein
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4 Considerations for Implementing a Better Self-Checkout Experience

When done right, self-checkout can improve efficiency without sacrificing experience.
October 16, 2024 | By Kathleen Allen
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Designing Workplaces to Strengthen Connection and Combat Loneliness

The workplace plays a key role in fighting against the growing loneliness epidemic.
October 15, 2024 | By Lauren Vogel
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How Your Workplace Can Supercharge Performance

What workplaces can learn from the gym and the football pitch about creating environments that inspire workers to stretch, develop, and achieve.
October 10, 2024 | By Naomi Sakamoto
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The Evolution of Sports Venue Brand Integration: From Simple to Sophisticated

The new landscape of brand in sports is more sophisticated than ever.
October 09, 2024 | By Kate Kirkpatrick, Robert Bischoff, Demetra Thornton, and Jonny Peterson
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Gensler Voices: Ariadna Hernandez on Design’s Greatest Strength

Ariadna Hernandez, a designer for Gensler Washington, D.C., shares how design can improve lives from multiple angles.
October 09, 2024
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Architects Must Design for a New Age

For the first time in the history of our profession, architects are now outliving their buildings. How can we design with impact and keep up with the rapid speed of change?
October 08, 2024 | By Duncan Swinhoe
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Smart Design for Smart Manufacturing: Five Ways Manufacturing Has Evolved

In a market poised for significant growth, these markers of change present opportunities in both the near and long-term.
October 08, 2024 | By Scott Vittorelli
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Emerging Trends in Climate Action From Climate Week NYC

Signals that the climate dialogue is evolving to meet the urgent need for impact at scale.
October 03, 2024 | By Joseph Lauro, David Briefel, Oliver Schaper, Mallory Taub, and Mike Flynn
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Using Narrative Design and Local Context to Create Authentic and Memorable Hospitality Experiences

Gensler's global leaders for Hospitality and Experience Design discuss the intersection of these two industries and their process for creating memorable destinations.
October 02, 2024 | Q&A with Ann Morrow Johnson and Tom Ito
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A Story of Transformation: Hyatt’s Unique Blend of Community and Hospitality

Strategies for repositioning an aging hotel ground floor into a community destination.
October 01, 2024 | By Rashana Zaklit and Jacqueline McCoy
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What Spa and Wellness Spaces Can Teach Us About Transforming Behavior

Luxury hospitality and spa experiences are leading the charge in changing how we experience and interact with technology.
October 01, 2024 | By Emilie Baltz, Siobhan Barry, and EJ Lee
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The Perpetual Asset: Design for an Evolving Market

What if we could diversify a real estate portfolio with just one building?
September 25, 2024 | By Darrel Fullbright, Duncan Lyons, and Kristopher Stuart
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Expanding New Frontiers: Redefining Hospitality in Latin America

From personalizing experiences to deepening cultural immersion, here’s how hospitality is evolving in LATAM.
September 25, 2024 | By Mauricio Valenzuela and David Darlington
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Gensler Voices: Cristina Ziegler McCoig on Communities and Design

Cristina Ziegler McCoig, a designer for Gensler San Antonio, shares how a focus on local aligns with universal design principles.
September 25, 2024
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Gensler’s D.C. Office Expansion, Renovation, and a Groundbreaking New Way to Break Down Broadloom Carpet

An office expansion pushes ideals around material reuse in a circular economy, sustainability, and workplace design.
September 23, 2024 | By Benjamin Holsinger
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Quantity and Quality: Leveraging Office-to-Senior Living Conversions to Increase Capacity and Lifelong Well-being

Office-to-residential conversions have helped reduce vacancy rates and unlock housing. It’s time to repurpose the solution to meet the growing demand for senior living.
September 23, 2024 | By Duanne Render
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Four Big Takeaways From Gensler’s New Global Climate Action Survey

What is the state of climate change perceptions in 2024?
September 18, 2024 | By Rives Taylor, Jacob Plotkin, and Anita Grabowska
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Regional Revitalization: Designing for Impact in the Middle East

Tim Martin, Managing Director, Gensler Middle East, discusses designing for the region’s revitalization opportunity.
September 17, 2024 | By Tim Martin
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The Shift to Extremes: Rethinking Office Design

Modern offices are increasingly designed with extremes in mind, featuring specialized spaces for both hyper-focus and hyper-collaboration.
September 13, 2024 | By Christian Lehmkuhl
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The Future of D.C. as the Capital of Creativity

A conversation on the shifts and opportunities that could transform our nation’s capital and redefine its role on the global stage.
September 12, 2024 | By Francisco Gonzalez and Kimberly Sullivan
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Five Benefits of Leaning into Brand Identity and Culture for Office Design

Learn how Synopsys’ new workplace drives productivity and connectivity.
September 12, 2024 | By Katie Kaiser and Jacqueline Zuhoski
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The “Mental Load” and Its Effect on Athlete Performance

We can help reduce athletes’ mental load by including specific amenities in training facilities and giving them the space and time to focus on being at the top of their game.
September 12, 2024 | By Kristin Byrd
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Gensler Voices: Francesca Alchanati on The Profound Impact of Design

Francesca Alchanati , a designer for Gensler Washington, D.C., shares how design can help spaces be inclusive for all.
September 12, 2024
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Designing Safe, Walkable Cities for Future Generations of Children

Thoughtful urban design can transform cities into vibrant, inclusive spaces where children can thrive, connect, and grow.
September 11, 2024 | By Kathryn Decker and Stacey Olson
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How Large, Adaptable Multi-Purpose and Event Spaces Are Transforming the Financial Services Workplace

Major financial institutions are incorporating large, multi-purpose event spaces into their new office designs — even in cities where square footage comes at a premium.
September 05, 2024 | By Eric Brill and Brandon Smart
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How to Create a Multigenerational Workplace

Here are six strategies organizations can use to cultivate environments where individuals of all ages feel valued, engaged, and empowered.
September 05, 2024 | By Jaimelynn Shah
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Bringing Community to the Community Center

In Houston, Gensler helped reimagine the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center as a place that celebrates the Jewish community in every moment.
September 04, 2024 | By Kristopher Stuart
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Imagining a Smart Recycling Reward System That Transforms the Way We Look at Trash

By transforming recycling into a rewarding, interactive process, we can inspire collective action to revolutionise waste management.
September 04, 2024 | By Laura Weber and Amanda Simo
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Beyond the Screen: Exploring the World of Museums and Experiential Technology

Digital experiences in museums, exhibits, and other interpretive spaces go beyond the screen for dynamic and memorable storytelling.
September 03, 2024 | By Lisa Ferrier and Nick Hubbard
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Creating a Range of Entry Points to Engage New Museums Audiences

Our Culture & Museums and Entertainment and Experience Design leaders to discuss what’s next for museums and cultural spaces.
September 03, 2024 | Q&A with Bevin Savage Yamazaki and Ann Morrow Johnson
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The Evolution of the Museum

Unlike the institutions of the past, modern museums can flourish and differentiate themselves by being more forward-looking, community-driven, dynamic, and engaging.
September 03, 2024 | Q&A with Bevin Savage Yamazaki
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Gensler Voices: Meredith Flanagan on Life at Gensler Beyond Design

Meredith Flanagan, a workplace experience manager for Gensler Washington, D.C., shares her perspective creating experiences for her Gensler office.
August 29, 2024
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Conversions for Healthcare: 10 Takeaways for the Future

As healthcare systems shift to a new model of distributed care, adaptive reuse of older buildings will be an important strategy to sustainably achieve their goals.
August 27, 2024 | By James Crispino
A room with computers and people.

Creating Inclusive Spaces by Designing for Neurodiversity

Designing for neurodiversity is an essential evolution in our drive to craft inclusive environments that support productivity, well-being, and employee satisfaction.
August 22, 2024 | By Megan Dobstaff
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The Impact of Inclusive Design on Children’s Health and Happiness

By using inclusive design strategies in city and urban planning, we can build spaces that allow children to flourish, learn, play, and grow.
August 21, 2024 | By Kathryn Decker, Dawn James, Amie Keener, and Stacey Olson
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Uncovering Growth: Wellness Real Estate Across the Market

An increased emphasis on physical, emotional, and social health has had a significant impact on the goods, services, and spaces that support peoples’ overall well-being.
August 21, 2024 | By Wes LeBlanc, Michael Schur, and Terry Hogan
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Insights Into the Pandemic’s Impact on Student Well-Being

Our research explores how the shift out of the pandemic is impacting student relationships, motivation, and emotional well-being.
August 21, 2024 | By Erin Cubbison and Kristen Tobing Stromsvold
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6 Solutions for Designing a More Inclusive Workplace

In today’s changing work landscape, it’s critical to design environments where everyone feels safe, supported, and welcome.
August 16, 2024 | By Amie Keener
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Inclusive Design for the 21st Century Library

Exploring strategies to create universally welcoming and functional libraries that cater to their communities.
August 16, 2024 | By Emerson Stoldt
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Learning on the High Street: A Vision for the Future

Addressing digital inequality is vital to improving educational outcomes and influencing future innovation, economic prospects, and societal well-being.
August 14, 2024 | By Richard Jacob
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Are Educators and Campus Staff Ready for an Unassigned Workplace?

In the age of hybrid work, campuses have an opportunity to explore new approaches to workspace, specifically shared and unassigned space for staff and educators.
August 13, 2024 | By Erin Cubbison and Kristen Tobing Stromsvold
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A New Tool Helps Organizations Maximize Their Community Impact

Gensler’s Urgency Index helps institutions make informed decisions that amplify their impact by locating in the communities that need them most.
August 13, 2024 | By Al-Jalil Gault and Elaine Asal
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How Urban Design and Educational Spaces Can Combat Child Loneliness

Through thoughtful urban design, we can create inclusive, supportive environments where children can safely explore and learn outside traditional classroom settings.
August 12, 2024 | By Stacey Olson and Kathryn Decker
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Reflecting on the Paris 2024 Olympics: A Catalyst for Urban Transformation and Sustainability

A look at how the key trends emerging from the 2024 Summer Olympics are creating a more inclusive and sustainable future for sports and urban development.
August 09, 2024 | By Tayomara Gama
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A New Story of Design Starts in Monterrey, Mexico

With its vibrant academic scene and growing industrial and logistic businesses, Monterrey is one of the bright spots in a booming Mexican economy.
August 07, 2024 | Q&A with Diego Rodríguez and Samuel Bermúdez Ureña
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A Future-Proofed Garage in the Heart of Silicon Valley

Near Google’s headquarters in Mountain View, Alta Garage was designed with a second life in mind — one that is not limited to parking.
August 06, 2024 | By Christine Laing
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How Modern Training Centers Can Shape Tomorrow’s Champions

Helping athletes achieve their best, training centers and human performance labs (HPLs) are playing more important roles than ever to support competitors.
August 05, 2024 | By Laura Sullivan
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Why Industrial Developments Must Be Good Community Neighbors

How architects and designers can help data centers and industrial facilities become good stewards of the populations they serve.
August 02, 2024 | By John Haba and Ryan Jensen
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The Power of Trust in Experiential Design

Humans have a deep biological need for safety, and when we design for this need, it lets us also design for an experience of emotion that leads to meaningful human connection.
July 31, 2024 | By Ann Morrow Johnson and Elisabeth Papadopoulos
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Worldbuilding: Creating Transformative Experiences With Narrative Design

When narrative is leveraged as a tool for design, it helps to drive emotional connection and the sense of a shared experience.
July 31, 2024 | By Greg Ashton and Helen Grossman
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How the Olympics and Paralympics Can Shape Cities in New Ways

A look at the legacy, equity, and sustainability shaping the Games, and how this event can unlock a city’s future potential while showcasing it in novels ways.
July 31, 2024 | By Mark Erdly
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The 5 Attributes That Define an Immersive Experience

When successful, immersive experiences give people a chance to connect deeply with the present moment and with others around them.
July 30, 2024 | By Ann Morrow Johnson and Greg Ashton
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Conversations on the Intersection of Design and Disability Inclusion

Members of ADAPT, Gensler’s affinity group for disabled and/or neurodivergent staff share how design, and working in the industry, can be more inclusive for all.
July 30, 2024 | By Jake deHahn and ADAPT
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Data Keeps Us Going: How Data Centers Power Society

In today’s digital age, data, and data centers, have become as essential a utility as electricity or water.
July 29, 2024 | By Rob LoBuono
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The “Five I’s” of Design

By embracing imagination, initiative, inclusion, intention, and impact, we can elevate the human experience through design.
July 26, 2024 | By Vaki Mawema
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How Technology Is Redefining the Fan Experience at Sports and Music Venues

In this Q&A, our Digital Experience Design and Sports leaders discuss how technology is currently being used to streamline venue operations and enhance the fan experience.
July 24, 2024 | By Justin Rankin and Jonathan Emmett
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Gensler Voices: Justin Rankin on The Duty of Design

Justin Rankin, a practice area leader for Gensler Austin, shares more about habits and design impact.
July 24, 2024
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Elevating the “Standing Room Only” Fan Experience in Sports Venues

In recent years, sports design focused on the premium fan experience. But how can we cater to the standing-room only crowd and make them feel part of the venue experience?
July 23, 2024 | By Joel Spearman
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Small Upgrades, Big Impact: How Sports Facilities Can Enhance the Fan Experience and Deliver ROI

Smaller projects within a sports facility create opportunities to keep a stadium fresh and transform fan experiences in targeted ways.
July 23, 2024 | By Andrew Stern
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Reimagining North Michigan Avenue: A New Era for Chicago’s High Street

Gensler’s study envisions a series of interventions to create an engaging experience on one of the world’s most iconic high streets.
July 18, 2024 | By Benjy Ward and Aleksandar Sasha Zeljic
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Tech Is Broadening Its Impact by Embracing Communities

To appeal to top talent, tech companies have pushed their focus beyond their workplaces to embrace their surrounding neighborhoods.
July 18, 2024 | By Erin Greer
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Designing with Intention: Creating Emotional Connections Through Immersive Experiences

In this Q&A, Gensler’s global leaders of Digital Experience Design and Entertainment unpack the concept of experiential architecture and what makes an immersive experience.
July 17, 2024 | Q&A with Robert Bischoff and Ann Morrow Johnson
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Gensler London’s Commitment to a Sustainable Workplace

New to the U.K. market, the NABERS Tenancy Certification aims to help owners and tenants measure their buildings’ environmental performance and identify areas for improvement.
July 17, 2024 | By Athely Guedes and Estelle Schurer
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The Future of Workplace Experience Is Here: How AI Is Transforming Spaces

The advanced integration of AI into physical environments has the potential to reimagine spaces as more efficient, connective, and inspiring.
July 16, 2024 | By Greg Gallimore
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How the Tech-Enabled Workplace Can Create Better Hybrid Experiences

How can we design workspaces that benefit everyone, regardless of whether they have a seat at the conference room table?
July 16, 2024 | By Steve Woods
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Be Bold Not Beige: The Power of Colour to Shape Everyday Experiences

From boosting productivity in the workplace to soothing the soul at home, colour can transform the places where we live, work, and play.
July 12, 2024 | By Becky Spenceley
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Office-to-Residential Conversion: A New Value Proposition for the German Market

This adaptive reuse strategy represents a value proposition that could help the country meet housing demand and achieve decarbonisation goals.
July 02, 2024 | By Lukasz Platkowski
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How Design Can Integrate Social Value Into Residential Developments

Design plays an integral role in fostering social value within residential areas.
July 02, 2024 | By John Badman
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Maximizing Building Portfolio Value: The Crucial Role of Lease Support Services and Up-to-Date BOMA Records

Lease support services are no longer a nice-to-have but a necessity for building owners and managers to stay ahead in the competitive real estate market.
June 28, 2024 | By Justin Anderson
A city with a river running through it.

Trends to Look for at the 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics

How Paris 2024 is achieving more with less, and the trends shaping the Games wide open.
June 27, 2024 | By Tayomara Gama
A town on a river.

Maximising Urban Space: 3 Strategies for Solving the U.K.’s Housing Crisis

Addressing the U.K. housing shortage will require a multifaceted, strategic approach, recognising the urgent need for land to accommodate new homes and infrastructure.
June 26, 2024 | By Ian Mulcahey
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Gensler Voices: Abbey Rampy on Following Her Gut

Abbey Rampy, a designer for Gensler Charlotte, shares the best career decision she’s made.
June 26, 2024
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Design as a Superpower in the Senior Living Industry

Excellent design of senior living facilities prioritizes well-being in ways that should be automatic for all types of design.
June 26, 2024 | By Tama Duffy Day
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Laying the Groundwork for Climate Preparedness

Gensler’s Resilience Preparedness Framework develops concrete actions that designers can take to address climate shifts.
June 24, 2024 | By Rives Taylor and Jacob Plotkin
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Designing the Future Workplace for a Growing Professional Services Firm

How a collaborative design partnership evolved this national accounting, tax, consulting, and business advisory firm’s workplace experience.
June 24, 2024 | Q&A with Craig O’Halloran, Carli Papp, Cathy McNamara, and Brooke Hipp
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Prototyping the Hospital of the Future

By prioritizing critical care, streamlining support services, and designing for long-term adaptability, hospitals can create a more sustainable future for healthcare.
June 21, 2024 | By Bonny Slater, Randy Guillot, and Geoffrey Diamond
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Navigating Federal Resources for Office-to-Residential Conversion

As building owners in the U.S. face the prospect of defaulting on office buildings, many are turning toward the federal government for a financial lifeline.
June 18, 2024 | By Steven Paynter
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San Francisco Is on the Brink of a Revival, Fueled by AI, Innovators, and Investors

Contrary to reports of the city’s demise, more people are feeling satisfied with their living experience.
June 18, 2024 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
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Luxury + Convenience: Why Branded Residences Are in Demand Across the Globe

In the residential sector, we’re seeing an increased demand for high-end, branded residences that offer hotel-style services and amenities.
June 17, 2024 | By Diane Thorsen
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Pearl House: Explore the Transformation of New York’s Largest Office-to-Residential Conversion to Date

Gensler and Vanbarton Group detail how they partnered to convert a 1970s office tower into a thriving residential community in New York’s Financial District.
June 12, 2024 | Q&A with Gensler’s Robert Fuller and Richard A.C. Coles of Vanbarton Group
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Are ‘New Towns’ the Solution to the U.K. Housing Crisis?

The U.K. is struggling to provide enough housing for its growing population. Now is the time for a more radical approach to the provision of housing.
June 10, 2024 | By Ian Mulcahey
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The Pandemic Hit New York Hard — But Its Recovery Has Been Swift

Despite facing significant challenges, New York City’s economic recovery showcases its resilience and durability in the face of disruption.
June 05, 2024 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
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The Importance of ‘Carbon Storytelling’ in Future Sustainable Architecture

‘Carbon storytelling’ will be essential for sustainable buildings of the future — here’s why.
June 05, 2024 | Q&A with Luke Askwith, Giacomo Mari, and Kai Law
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Gensler Voices: Jonathan Plass on How Listening Can Bring Inspiration

Jonathan Plass, a design analyst for Gensler Washington, D.C., shares his career journey in design from early influences to his favorite projects.
June 05, 2024
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What’s the Recipe for Retail Success? Food

With a heightened consumer appetite for engaging social spaces, food and beverage are key ingredients for physical retail viability.
June 04, 2024 | By Barry Bourbon
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An Innovative Solution to Confront Mexico City’s “Day Zero”

A visionary project seeks to redefine Mexico City’s relationship with water, offering a beacon of hope in the face of scarcity.
June 04, 2024 | By Rosalba Gomez
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From Mill Towns to Cities: How the Mass Timber Revolution Is Impacting People and the Planet

What if there was something the design industry could do to revitalize rural communities with access to abundant, renewable forest resources?
May 31, 2024 | By Erik Barth and Katie Mesia
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Introducing the Gensler Transit-Oriented Development Opportunity Index

The Gensler Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Opportunity IndexTM is a tool for unlocking the unrealized value of existing transit stations and facilities.
May 31, 2024 | By Jaymes Dunsmore
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Why Singapore’s Flexi-Time Regulations Are a Step Towards Building a More Sustainable Work Culture

New government regulations are shifting to meet the evolving needs of the country’s workforce.
May 29, 2024 | By Nayan Parekh
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Trends to Watch: How Media Workplace Priorities Have Evolved in 2024

Gensler’s latest research and project work has uncovered new ways the design of the media workplace can deliver what employees want and need in an office experience.
May 28, 2024 | By Johnathan Sandler
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Why Hospitality Must Adopt the “Leave No Trace” Mindset

By embracing “Leave No Trace” ideas, we can raise the bar on placemaking that brings people together, elevates natural and urban spaces, and preserves the Earth.
May 23, 2024 | By Pete Chalfant
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How Public Libraries Are Building Community

The public library’s mission has changed from a simple repository to a community center, where learning experiences, cultural resources, and community interaction take place.
May 22, 2024 | By J.T. Theeuwes
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Mexico City Is Reckoning With Explosive Economic Growth Alongside a Mounting Water Crisis

Despite an influx of capital and accelerated economic growth, Mexico City is grappling with a water shortage and affordability challenges.
May 22, 2024 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
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Equitable Public Engagement for a Changing World

Equitable outcomes begin with an equitable process, and public engagement is key.
May 21, 2024 | By Elaine Asal, Midori Mizuhara, and Genevieve Will
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Singapore’s Recovery Is Challenged by High Housing Costs

Learn what Gensler’s City Pulse research reveals about how Singapore has rebounded since the pandemic.
May 16, 2024 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
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Want a High-Performing Workplace? Here’s What Matters Most.

Our research identifies what makes a high-performing workplace and what design factors matter most.
May 15, 2024 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin and Anita Grabowska
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How Workplaces in Tokyo Are Embracing Flexible Work

Tokyo is embracing flexible work to support a diverse workforce and companies are taking careful steps to design workplaces that meet modern expectations.
May 15, 2024 | By Chinatsu Kaneko
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Inclusive Product Design Should Never Exclude Style

Products that are ADA compliant are typically well-engineered, but often bulky, institutional in appearance, and emotionally dispiriting — and millwork pulls are no exception.
May 15, 2024 | By Scott Star
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The Key to a Better Workplace? Understanding How and Where People Work Today

Our global workplace research uncovers insights into how new work patterns can help design better workplaces for the future.
May 13, 2024 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin and Anita Grabowska
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Writing the Next Chapter of Sports and Entertainment in Kansas City

Co-CEO Jordan Goldstein and Studio Director Greg Brown detail the evolution of sports and entertainment design and why expanding into this market offers unmatched opportunity.
May 13, 2024 | Q&A with Jordan Goldstein and Greg Brown
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What Can San Francisco Learn From Successful Building Conversion Programs in Other Cities?

By taking cues from other cities, San Francisco has an opportunity to make it easier to repurpose buildings, address the housing crisis, and revitalize downtown.
May 08, 2024 | By Amy Campbell
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What’s on the Horizon for Low-Carbon Design in the U.K.

In the last five years, the way we think about carbon in our buildings has transformed — but the biggest impacts are yet to come.
May 07, 2024 | By Luke Askwith with Estelle Schurer
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Post-Pandemic, London Is Drawing Back People, Jobs, and Businesses

Gensler’s City Pulse Retrospective suggests that “boomerang Londoners” are returning to London for social, cultural, and career opportunities.
May 03, 2024 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
A group of people in a room.

What Gensler’s Education Engagement Index Reveals About the Future of Hybrid Learning

An exploration into the future of the hybrid learning experience.
May 02, 2024 | By Erin Cubbison, Kristen Tobing Stromsvold, Allison Bonser
A city street with bright lights.

Trends to Watch Shaping the Future of Hospitality in Las Vegas and Beyond

Gensler Hospitality leaders discuss how hospitality design is transcending beyond traditional hotels and casinos.
May 01, 2024 | Q&A with Candra Mathis and Nicole Dalton
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Gensler Voices: Simba Mafundikwa on Continued Learning

Simba Mafundikwa, a designer for Gensler Seattle, shares how being a forever student is the key to growth.
May 01, 2024
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Gensler’s City Pulse Retrospective Tracks the Complex Shifts in Urban Life

Our latest cities research reveals that despite pain points, the desirability of cities persists.
April 30, 2024 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
A city with many buildings.

Innovations in Mobility Design Are Paving the Way for More Resilient Cities

The way people travel in, around, and between cities affects everything from urban planning to sustainability, and design plays a key role in supporting new behaviors.
April 30, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
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Urban Air Mobility Is Here. Here’s How Cities Can Adapt.

Advanced air mobility is ready for launch. The next crucial step: preparing buildings and infrastructure to get this sustainable mobility solution off the ground.
April 29, 2024 | By Michael Miller
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The Most Impactful Urban Infrastructure? City Streets

Gensler’s plan for Hollywood Boulevard demonstrates how rethinking city streets can revitalize cities, create healthy communities, and support sustainable mobility.
April 29, 2024 | By Jaymes Dunsmore
A building with glass windows.

Beyond the Property Line: How to Design a Sustainable Material Supply Chain

We have a tremendous opportunity to think beyond the property line and holistically address impacts from the interconnected, global system of building materials.
April 25, 2024 | By Erik Barth
A city skyline with a river running through it.

Invisible Cities: Mitigating the Bird Strike Problem

With proper research and active measures, we can help solve the bird strike problem and benefit ecosystems across the globe.
April 25, 2024 | By Rose Latter
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Using Design to Bring Hope

As design professionals, how do we incorporate positive and equitable impacts into our design? How can we use the power of design to change lives and heal communities?
April 24, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
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Gensler Voices: Shirin Masoudi on Her Design Inspiration

Shirin Masoudi, a designer for Gensler Seattle, shares her unique perspective on design.
April 17, 2024
A view of a city from a high rise building.

4 Powerful Approaches for Putting Climate Goals to Action

We’ve identified four approaches that put organizations on a credible path to achieving climate goals.
April 16, 2024 | By David Briefel, Mallory Taub, Jeremy Shannon, Melissa Kelly, and Joseph Lauro
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Driving Sustainability Through Digital Experience Design

By lowering energy consumption, reducing e-waste, and elevating eco-friendly materials, digital experiences can become an asset in sustainability messaging.
April 16, 2024 | By Lili Trenkova and Mabel Lawrence
A group of people in a room.

Using an “All-Spokes” Approach to Optimize Lab Space

It's not just a question of space, but rather the nexus of space, people, process, operations, equipment, and technology.
April 16, 2024 | By Altair Galgana-Wood and Darshan Shah
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Decarbonizing the Built Environment for a More Sustainable Future

By acting quickly and working with industry partners to develop and promote lower embodied energy materials, we can catalyze a low-carbon marketplace.
April 15, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
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5 Things Developers Should Know About Mass Timber

With its inherent structural integrity and positive impact on carbon emissions, mass timber can make a big impact in tackling climate action in the built environment.
April 09, 2024 | By Erik Barth
A group of people walking in a large building.

Global + Local Design Is a Powerful Tool for Navigating Change

At a time when deglobalization is on the rise, the role of design as an integrator has never been more critical.
April 05, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
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BOMA 2024: 5 Key Changes Reshaping Office Building Measurements

Here are five improvements you need to know about the new BOMA 2024 office standard.
April 04, 2024 | By Mitch Luehring
A park with a water park.

A Football Academy Designed to Empower Youth in Ghana

Right to Dream’s Ghana campus is a best-in-class facility that sets a benchmark for football academies everywhere.
April 03, 2024 | By Diana Lee and Richard Jacob
A group of people in a room.

Gensler’s Mexico City Office: A Model for the Future Workplace

A model of workplace transformation, Gensler’s new Mexico City office blends authentic Mexican culture with forward-thinking design principles.
April 02, 2024 | By Francesca Poma-Murialdo
A person sitting at a table.

Decarbonization Needs to Hit Closer to Home

If cities want to get serious about reducing their carbon impact, exploring ways to reduce the emissions of our homes is a key opportunity.
April 02, 2024 | By Jacob Plotkin and Rives Taylor
A group of people in a room.

A Well-Designed Workplace Is a Competitive Advantage

A healthy, sustainable workplace acts as a magnet for talent — and sets a property apart in today’s competitive market.
April 02, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
A person and a group of children playing in a room.

Revolutionizing Child Care: The Key to Enhancing Your Return-to-Office Strategy

By offering on-site or nearby child care options, businesses can position themselves as employers of choice.
April 01, 2024 | By Kathryn Decker
A busy street with people and cars.

Trends to Watch Reshaping the Future of Cities and Urban Living

Gensler’s Cities & Urban Design leaders discuss what’s next for the future of cities.
March 29, 2024 | Q&A with Andre Brumfield, Ian Mulcahey, and Christopher Rzomp
A stadium filled with people.

Trends Shaping Sports Venue Design in the European Market

Gensler Sports leaders discuss what’s next for stadium and training facilities in Europe, and key opportunities for growth in the European market.
March 28, 2024 | Q&A with Demetra Thornton and Tayomara Gama
A courtyard with trees and plants.

Rethink, Redirect, and Rewild: Nature-Based Design Solutions for Carbon Sequestration

By utilizing nature-based design solutions to rethink carbon sequestration in our work, we have an opportunity to make a positive impact on our net zero goals.
March 27, 2024 | By Maria Perez
A man and woman sitting at a table in a room with a screen.

A Fresh Take on the Corporate Workplace, With Inspiration From 19th Century London

With its historic character, Francis House provided the perfect platform to create a dynamic, engaging, and holistic employee experience for Edelman’s London office.
March 27, 2024 | By Adam Phillips and Lis Russo
A busy street with people and cars.

A New Strategic Vision to Revitalise London’s Fleet Street Quarter

How the Fleet Street Quarter Public Realm Strategy is transforming London’s Central Business District into a vibrant, multimodal Central Social District.
March 26, 2024 | By Ian Mulcahey
A group of people walking in a hallway.

Three Considerations for Repurposing Stranded Assets for Education

In many instances, abandoned buildings can be converted into thriving schools when they prioritize sustainability, focus on community impact, and offer urban revitalization.
March 25, 2024 | By Rob Bradford and Hannah Sargent
A stadium filled with people.

Trends to Watch: How the Rise of Women’s Professional Sports Is Impacting Venue Design

We talked to six leaders from Gensler’s sports practice about new trends informing the planning and design for the boom in women’s professional sports teams.
March 21, 2024 | Q&A with Kristin Byrd, Sofia Donato, Jessica Donoghue, Marine Maroukian, Elizabeth Pritchett, and Demetra Thornton
A person wearing glasses.

Gensler Voices: Francia Flores on Women and Mentorship

Francia Flores, a designer for Gensler Chicago, shares the best career decision she's made.
March 20, 2024
A person in a white coat in a bathroom.

Putting the Patient at the Center of the Health-And-Wellness Equation

Consumer culture, personalized medicine, and technology are extending conversations about well-being far beyond doctors’ offices and hospitals.
March 19, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
A group of people in a building.

From Canvas to Community: The Art of Placemaking at the Moody Center

Moody Center creates a space where art, culture, and community converge, inviting visitors to become active participants in the placemaking process.
March 13, 2024 | By Gerardo Gandy
A large building with many windows.

From Skyline to Shoreline: A Vision for Mixed-Use Spaces in Miami

Miami stands on the brink of an urban renaissance, with the potential to model a visionary urban landscape that champions sustainability, resilience, and vibrancy.
March 13, 2024 | By Shamim Ahmadzadegan
A group of people in a room.

2024: The Year of the Intentional Workplace

Here are three strategies for leveraging your brand to tame workplace uncertainty.
March 12, 2024 | By Michael Chappell
A busy city street.

Design Is an “Experience Multiplier” for the Built Environment

Sports and entertainment projects are transforming from inward-looking, stand-alone, single-use facilities into multipurpose entertainment districts with 24/7 activation.
March 12, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
A building with glass windows.

Reimagining Public Space in the Mixed-Use Indian Landscape

As integrated townships in India increase in popularity, we have an opportunity to create functional and resilient public spaces that increase community well-being.
March 08, 2024 | By Nirjari Upadhyay, Rania Sen, Abinaya Rvn
A group of people walking around a city.

Now More Than Ever, Quality of Place Matters

Thoughtful, strategic placemaking will ensure successful investments in truly durable places within our cities.
March 07, 2024 | By Barry Hand
A group of people in a room.

Using Design to Support Case-Based Learning in Medical Education

At the University of California Irvine, Gensler created an active learning center designed to facilitate a new style of hands-on, experiential learning.
March 06, 2024 | By Susan Lai and David Johnson
A city with tall buildings.

Ensuring the Future Health of Our Cities

The places we build today will remain standing for generations to come, so they must be able to transform and accommodate new uses as the need arises.
March 05, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
A woman smiling for the camera.

Gensler Voices: Tobi Sobowale on The Intersection of Art and Design

Tobi Sobowale, a architectural assistant for Gensler London, shares how mentorship can empower and educate.
March 04, 2024
A group of people walking on a street with buildings on either side.

Reframing Design Through the Lens of Restorative Justice

By engaging restorative justice principles from the outset of the design process, we can begin to dismantle inequity in our communities and cities.
February 28, 2024 | By Tory Hereford, Peter Pendergrass, and Manan Shah
People sitting on benches in a building.

How Tomorrow’s Workforce Will Shape Future Workplace Design

By taking cues from higher education and integrating insights into workplace design, we can create spaces that attract talent and empower tomorrow’s workforce to succeed.
February 27, 2024 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin, Erin Cubbison, and Meghan Webster
A group of people sitting at tables.

The Workplace Must Be a Destination, Not an Obligation

The purpose and value of the workplace have never been clearer — and its design has never been more important.
February 27, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
A group of people in a room.

What About Wednesdays? Planning for the Busiest Day of the Week in the New Hybrid Office.

Learn how organizations can prepare and plan for the busiest day in the hybrid workplace.
February 26, 2024 | By Jennie Arnett and Shannon Crenshaw
A person in a red shirt.

Gensler Voices: Ryley Poblete on His Favorite Gensler Project

Ryley Poblete, a designer for Gensler Los Angeles, shares how mentorship can empower and educate.
February 26, 2024
A group of people sitting around a table.

What Young Associates Want From Modern Law Firms

The legal workplace plays a critical role in retention. Now, more than ever, it must deliver an experience.
February 20, 2024 | By Dana Nalbantian
A person sitting in a swimming pool.

Designing for Ageless Communities

Increased longevity changes not only the way we need to deliver and receive care but also how we think about the future of living, and working.
February 20, 2024 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
People walking on a sidewalk.

Equity and Aging in the 20-Minute City

By designing spaces that prioritize universal design principles and connectivity, we can create more accessible, purposeful places for seniors.
February 15, 2024 | By Michael Hendershot
Diagram.

The 600-Year Office

How can we design offices that plan for future uses and adaptations, rather than just the way we work today?
February 14, 2024 | By Luke Askwith
A group of people sitting in a room with tables and chairs.

How the Future of Work Is Influencing Workplace Design

While workplace design changes incrementally, the past few years radically transformed our expectations of an office and how we can design for what’s possible.
February 14, 2024 | By Robin Klehr Avia
A group of people sitting at a table in front of a city.

Toronto’s New Deal Highlights the Importance of Healthy Cities

Here are three areas Toronto can focus on to bring people downtown, improve accessibility, and provide a better central business district experience for all.
February 13, 2024 | By Annie Bergeron and Kevin Katigbak
A large escalator with lights.

How BMO Stadium Extends the Fan Experience Beyond the Gate

A year-round destination and community asset, BMO Stadium in Los Angeles is a model for other sports and entertainment venues.
February 07, 2024 | By Alex Phi and Benny Tran
A group of people on a field.

How to Design Practice Facilities Centered on Athletes’ Mental Health

Sports training facilities and performance centers are emphasizing supporting spaces focused on mental health, a key factor in an athlete’s development and overall success.
February 06, 2024 | By Kristin Byrd
A building with a parking lot.

Why More Corporate Offices Are Moving to Suburban Downtowns

As more businesses relocate their headquarters to suburban downtowns, the benefits are transformative for companies, employees, and communities.
February 05, 2024 | By Reid Brockmeier
A person sitting on a ledge in front of a large wall with plants.

New Atlanta Hotel Blends Southern Hospitality and Design Excellence

Signia by Hilton Atlanta pays homage to Atlanta’s rich history while embracing its dynamic present and ever-evolving landscape.
February 05, 2024 | By Robert Fischel
A man and woman in a room.

How Customer Experience Centers Unify Spatial and Digital Branding

A new approach to customer experience center design is helping businesses reimagine customer engagement.
January 31, 2024 | By Derrick Mead and Laura Gralnick
A large living room with a large table and chairs.

The Future of Receiving Healthcare at Home

With a new vision for the healthcare landscape, the home will begin to be one of many spaces people can expect to receive high-quality care.
January 29, 2024 | By Bonny Slater and Nicolas Swaner
A person and a child walking on a path in a park.

Severe Weather: The New Design Imperative

Buildings must be designed to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public — and our infrastructure must be designed to withstand these extreme climatic events.
January 25, 2024 | By Arlen Stawasz and Jacob Plotkin
A large room with people and furniture.

Redefining Class A Office Space in Charlotte: A Prototype for Emerging Cities

Through thoughtful repositioning of Class A buildings, emerging cities can create and sustain vibrant, thriving urban centers that attract workers and businesses.
January 23, 2024 | By Carrie Renegar
Loffler Companies headquarters

Thinking Outside the (Big) Box

To elevate former retail shells into inspiring and efficient workplaces, several major considerations must be addressed to achieve successful results.
January 18, 2024 | By Lena Kitson and Deanne Erpelding
220 Montgomery Gensler San Francisco office atrium

Gensler’s New San Francisco Office: A Prototype for the Future of Work

Gensler’s new San Francisco office is a living lab for sustainability and innovation, designed to support new ways of working.
January 17, 2024 | By Randy Howder and Hao Ko
A couple of people walking outside a building.

Defining Active Adult: A Promising Housing Model for an Active Aging Future

Active Adult is a rapidly evolving topic in response to the challenges facing the senior living industry.
January 12, 2024 | By Jeremy Southerland
A large building with a parking lot and a city in the background.

How eVTOLs Could Create a More Inclusive, Sustainable Future for Mobility

Advanced air mobility could have transformative effects on the way we live, creating an inclusive and sustainable future of mobility for all.
January 09, 2024 | By Michael Miller
A city street with people walking.

What’s the Recipe for a Great Central Business District?

Honing in on the amenities, activities, transportation options, and experiences that urban residents desire.
January 08, 2024 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
A person sitting at a table with a laptop.

When the Commute Is Worth the Carbon

The Gensler Research Institute has consistently studied the pandemic's impact on work, revealing a persistent concern for organizations and cities: the commute.
January 08, 2024 | By Jacob Plotkin, Rives Taylor
A city with a river and buildings.

How Life Sciences Developments Can Redefine Urban Areas

Sciences R&D developments are migrating to amenitized urban areas, unlocking opportunity for architectural innovation.
January 08, 2024 | By Brent Van Gunten and Keith Nielsen
A woman holding a phone.

With a Focus on Sustainability, School Revamp Provides Hope in a Food Desert

Gensler’s Roots to Success initiative at Kelly Miller Middle School is a beacon of hope in a low-income neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
January 02, 2024 | By Caitlin Parker, Meredith Flanagan, and Theresa Sheils
People sitting on a bench.

What We’ve Learned in Three Years Studying Higher Education

As more students return to campus, hybrid and virtual learning are suffering.
December 22, 2023 | By Erin Cubbison, Kristen Tobing Stromsvold, and Allison Bonser
A crowd of people in front of a large sculpture.

COP28 Wrap Up: Bringing People Together for Global Collective Change

This year’s UN Climate Conference revealed that the world must come together to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
December 21, 2023 | By Juliette Morgan
A group of people in a room.

10 Workplace Trends for 2024: What’s In and What’s Out?

To evolve with changing demands and earn people’s commutes, the workplace will undergo key shifts. Here are 10 emerging workplace trends to watch in 2024.
December 20, 2023 | By Louis Schump and Janet Pogue McLaurin
A row of buildings.

Rethinking Housing: Innovative Solutions to California’s Homelessness Crisis

DignityMoves Founder and CEO Elizabeth Funk discusses why new thinking is necessary to help solve the housing and homelessness crisis.
December 18, 2023
A group of people in a meeting.

Open or Private? It’s Time for a New Workplace Model.

The debate of open versus private workspace has resurfaced. But today we work differently, it’s time for a new workplace model.
December 14, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A house with a pool and a deck.

The Trends Shaping the Future of Hospitality

What are the biggest trends impacting hospitality operators? Gensler’s global hospitality leaders discuss what’s next for hospitality design.
December 13, 2023 | Q&A with Tom Ito, Trevor To and Ana Ardon
A group of boxes.

Blowing the Lid Off Product Design: 5 Tips for a Better Trash Receptacle

When it comes to commercial grade trash receptacles, there’s no shortage of ways to throw things out, but many available options still fall short of addressing clients' needs.
December 13, 2023 | By Scott Star
A group of people in a large room with a basketball court.

Trends to Watch: Shaping the Future of Higher Education

With institutions facing challenges such as declining enrollment and rising costs, Gensler’s Education leaders discuss what’s next for the future of higher education.
December 07, 2023 | Q&A with Deborah Shepley and Mark Thaler
A group of people sitting in a room with a large screen.

COP28 Day 3 Recap: Designing for a More Resilient Future

One key theme to emerge from our conversations at COP28 in Dubai is the need to create a culture of sustainability in every project we take on and every space we design.
December 06, 2023 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
Aerial view of a city.

COP28 Day 2 Recap: Leading the Way to Smarter, Greener Cities

Our industry must continue to push the pace of innovation to deliver affordable solutions for today’s challenges. Read more insights from our second day at COP28.
December 05, 2023 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
A city with tall buildings.

COP28 Day 1 Recap: Decarbonizing the Built Environment Is a Global Priority

By putting our energy toward decarbonizing the built environment, we are investing in that future. Here are some key takeaways from COP28.
December 04, 2023 | By Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins
A courtyard between buildings.

Trends to Watch: How Developers Can Make Buildings More Adaptable, Relevant, and Resilient

Gensler’s Office Developers leaders discuss how to make office buildings more relevant, sustainable, and resilient to increase long-term value.
December 01, 2023 | Q&A with Darrel Fullbright and Duncan Lyons
Katten NY legal workplace

Rethinking Law Firm Workplaces in the Age of Hybrid Work

The law office of the future will be a place where lawyers will learn to work differently, supported by innovative design and technology.
November 30, 2023 | By Carlos Posada
A tree in a large room.

Feng Shui Meets Sustainability: 5 Ideas for a Greener Future

Here are five ideas exploring the intersection of Feng Shui and sustainability in the built environment.
November 29, 2023 | By Zilia Zhou
A group of people sitting at tables in a courtyard.

Office-to-Everything: A New Path for Revitalizing Downtowns

In the local New York City market, there is huge potential to return stranded assets back to their highest and best use by embracing diverse conversion types.
November 27, 2023 | By Joseph Lauro
A city with many buildings.

Ecological Urbanism Is the Future for Cities in the GCC

As more people move to urban areas, it is essential that our urban spaces be designed in a more ecological manner.
November 27, 2023 | By Steven Velegrinis
A person walking in front of a building.

Unlocking the Value of ESG

Buildings that can show environmental responsibility and positive impacts in our community will have a competitive advantage among tenants and investors.
November 21, 2023 | By Jeff Hall and Alex Garrison
A person walking past a storefront display.

Retail Design for Better Consumer and Employee Experiences

The recent resurgence of in-person retail brings with it not only a new consumer experience, but an equal emphasis on a new employee experience.
November 17, 2023 | By Julia Brunzell
A man and woman walking down a hall with a staircase and tables.

Leading With Values Is Key to Engaging Next-Gen Workers

As Gen Z enters the workforce, companies that lead with values, using space as a vehicle to amplify connections, will have a competitive edge.
November 16, 2023 | By Erin Greer
Gensler Tokyo office

10 Considerations for Transitioning Back to Work in a Hybrid World

Here are 10 considerations, tools, and methodologies for creating a better workplace experience and attracting people back to the office in a hybrid world.
November 16, 2023 | By Cindy Coleman, Kasia Maynard, and Whitney Hegseth
People crossing a street.

Verbal Identity Is Key to More Inclusive Brand Storytelling

Verbal identity will play an increasingly important role in creating brand expressions that equalize and diversify brand experience for everyone.
November 15, 2023 | By Collin Peters
A man in a suit.

Gensler Voices: Brian Hunt on How Sports Have Influenced His Design Career

Brian Hunt, a designer for Gensler Chicago, shares what’s influenced his design career and advice for those beginning their career.
November 15, 2023
A few people walking outside of a building.

As Streaming Accelerates, New Jersey Is Open for Business

With its wide array of resources and existing infrastructure, New Jersey is emerging as a competitive market for studio and soundstage spaces.
November 15, 2023 | By O’Lanre Smith and Jason Ring
People sitting on benches outside a building.

The Climate Crisis Is Also a Well-Being Crisis

Climate change is emerging as a profound global concern and appears to have an outsize impact on the mental health and well-being of younger generations.
November 14, 2023 | By Dr. Michael O’Neill and Jacob Plotkin
People standing in a dark room.

Immersive Experiences: A Movement Beyond Fad

In the rapidly evolving technology landscape in the built environment, immersive digital experiences are not a fleeting fad; they have become an expectation.
November 14, 2023 | By Justin Rankin
People sitting at tables outside.

What Makes a Great Retail Experience? Community, Connection, and Exhibition

Astute retail and hospitality brands recognize that in-person connection is a vital part of their offerings. But what does that visceral experience actually look like?
November 10, 2023 | By Barry Hand
A group of people in a restaurant.

Using Experience Strategy to Design What People Truly Want

By vividly depicting potential users early in the design process, the resulting room, building, or campus is more likely to meet their needs.
November 10, 2023 | By Derrick Mead
A group of people sitting outside.

Elevating the Retail Experience: 4 Lessons From Airport Lounge Design

Here are four design insights from airport lounge environments that retailers can use to elevate retail consumer environments and experiences.
November 10, 2023 | By Kimberly Malone
Confidential tech client workplace

Trends Shaping the Integrated Workplace Ecosystem in China

In China, design trends are trending towards workplace campuses that balance operational effectiveness, ample amenities, and carbon consciousness.
November 09, 2023 | By Jessica Shen
A person smiling for the camera.

Gensler Voices: Courtney Albracht on Shaping the Future

Courtney Albracht a designer for Gensler Minneapolis, shares how design can impact communities and practitioners alike.
November 08, 2023
A group of people in a room.

As New Work Patterns Emerge, the Workplace Must Respond

Gensler’s exploratory survey of office workers in six U.S. cities aims to better understand how emerging factors impact how and why employees use the office.
November 06, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin and Anita Grabowska
A busy city street.

The Future of Central Business Districts Depends on More Than Office Buildings

Gensler’s latest City Pulse reveals how downtowns can adapt to a changing world — and deliver great experiences.
October 31, 2023 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan, and Jacqueline Scherr
A building with many windows.

Second Summer: Adaptable Shading Solutions for Unpredictable Seasons

Continuing to rely on energy-intensive solutions to manage excessive heat will result in a cascading impact on carbon emissions. We need passive, adaptable solutions.
October 31, 2023 | By Ivette Diaz and Anthony Brower
A person walking on a sidewalk.

Amenities at the Edge: Where the Workplace Meets the Street

We have an opportunity to reimagine the ground floor of our cities — reinventing sidewalk-facing storefronts to serve the community, not just the daytime workforce.
October 31, 2023 | By Brian Stromquist
A group of people in a building.

AI and the Future of Smart(er) Cities

Our recent work is starting to bring into focus some shared characteristics and design principles for urban-scale technology and AI.
October 30, 2023 | By Hans Neubert
People sitting at tables in a building.

Why We Need Bold Change to Revitalize Our Cities

While there are points of concern for the current state of our city centers, this is also a unique opportunity to create meaningful and lasting change.
October 27, 2023 | By Maurice Reid and Ian Roll
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Gensler Voices: Dena Wangberg on Her Start in Architecture and Design

Dena Wangberg, designer for Gensler Raleigh, chats about her first foray into architecture and design and the power of a mentor.
October 25, 2023
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Dear Downtown, Let’s Rewrite Our Story

How can our cities serve our deepest need — the need for belonging and connection with each other? We have to write a new story.
October 25, 2023 | By Krista Reeder and Sara Thompson
A man and woman walking in a room with people sitting on chairs.

Designing a New Workplace to Embrace Future Workstyles

The new workplace experience must be elevated to embrace new workstyles.
October 24, 2023 | By Bill Bouchey
A group of people in a room with a large window.

What We’ve Learned by Assessing More Than 1,300 Potential Office-to-Residential Conversions

We’ve developed a process for evaluating existing office buildings to determine if they are candidates for multifamily residential conversions.
October 23, 2023 | By Steven Paynter
NVIDIA headquarters interior

The Definitive Value of Build to Suit: Building Purpose From the Ground Up

These purpose-built office buildings or headquarters can be developed to suit a company’s specific needs and reflect its unique brand and culture.
October 23, 2023 | By Kelly Dubisar, Peter Weingarten, and Shelly Mrstik
Gensler Seattle office meeting room and collaboration space

Embodied Carbon Is Where Tech Must Tighten Its Belt

As buildings get more efficient and power grids get cleaner, projects are looking to where they can further reduce their carbon footprint to meet their net zero commitments.
October 18, 2023 | By Diva Winje, Leah Macaulay, and Sarah Brengarth
Love Me on brick wall in Tribeca. Credit: Unsplash

Purpose of Place: Why Place Branding Matters

Place branding can shape people’s perceptions about that place and drive its competitive identity.
October 17, 2023 | By Tony Wilks
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Gensler Voices: Shane Mathewson on the Ever Evolving Gensler Experience

Shane Mathewson, a designer for Gensler Chicago, chats about the web of influence that helps grow design talent.
October 16, 2023
Pinterest Mexico workplace interior and internal staircase

4 Ways AI Can Create a More Engaging and Enriching Workplace Experience

Here are four considerations that can help designers and organizations use artificial intelligence to create a more engaging and enriching workplace experience.
October 11, 2023 | By Jaimelynn Shah
Center for Device Innovation @ TMC

The Benefits of Repurposing Stranded Assets as First-Generation Labs

As we consider the possibilities of conversions for stranded assets, it’s important to identify laboratories as a potential use.
October 10, 2023 | By Rebekah Gandy
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Gensler Voices: Evan Ahn on the Prioritization of Space

Evan Ahn, a designer for Gensler Detroit, chats about the “why” when designing a space.
October 09, 2023
A person riding a bicycle under a covered area.

Fast.Forward.: A New Model for Academic Science Facilities

We created a data-powered concept for how academic science facilities of the future will perform, feel, and look.
October 09, 2023 | By Michael Kocher
Emanate Health rendering

Adapting Big Box Retail Stores to Healthcare Clinics

Transforming abandoned storefronts into dynamic healthcare clinics can be a cost-effective and efficient way to deliver medical services to communities.
October 09, 2023 | By Stan Chiu
100 Stockton evening street view

How Union Square Can Become San Francisco’s New Central Social District

We outline five ideas for transforming San Francisco’s Union Square into a dynamic, 24/7 destination.
October 05, 2023 | By Barry Bourbon
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Gensler Voices: Gabriela Alvergue on The Skills To Succeed in Design

Gabriela Alvergue, a designer for Gensler Chicago, shares her career journey in design from early influences to her favorite projects.
October 04, 2023
A city with tall buildings.

A Viable Future for L.A. Starts With Public-Private Partnerships

By partnering with the private sector, the City of L.A. can avoid a downward spiral of disinvestment and flight from Downtown L.A.
October 04, 2023 | By John Adams
Whiteboard.

Why Cities Like San Francisco Need More Place Positivity

As San Francisco city advocates try to counter a wave of negative sentiment, how can they share residents’ own experience and sense of community in an authentic way?
October 03, 2023 | By Janice Cavaliere
Fifth + Tillery courtyard

Extreme Weather Demands an Immediate Design Response

Gensler’s Climate Action Survey 2023 explores how design can address the rapidly accelerating climate crisis.
October 02, 2023 | By Rives Taylor, Jacob Plotkin, and Anita Grabowska
A building with windows.

The Law Firm of the Future: Can a Workplace be Restorative?

Over the past year, we've taken a deep dive into the measurable impacts facing professional service firms and how these impacts are affecting the current legal workplace.
September 29, 2023 | By Kimberly Sullivan and Mariela Buendia-Corrochano
Grand Hyatt Incheon lobby

How Changing Traveler Demands Are Reshaping Hospitality

Consumers are demanding more from their travel experiences. Here’s how hospitality can respond.
September 29, 2023 | By Steven R. Upchurch
Gensler veterans Stephen Katz and Brett Taylor

Gensler Voices: Veterans at Gensler Discuss Leadership, Trust, and Their Military Experiences

We sat down with United States military veterans to explore how the military has informed and inspired their work at Gensler.
September 25, 2023
A group of people sitting at tables.

Pilots in Practice: Key Insights Shaping the Future of Work

We’ve outlined strategies and considerations for executing a successful workplace pilot.
September 21, 2023 | By Corina Ocanto, John Cantrell
A few people walking in a building.

The Studio Lab: An Experimental Approach to Transform the Workplace

Across industries, organizations are rethinking ways to engage their employees and create thriving workplaces. We introduce The Studio Lab.
September 20, 2023 | By Jeni Martin and Kelly Moore
Gensler London office

How Your Workplace Can Maximise Trust — and Why It Matters

Trust is foundational to doing good work and building strong professional teams. What if the workplace becomes the cornerstone of an emergent economy based upon trust?
September 19, 2023 | By Naomi Sakamoto
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Gensler Voices: Katie Karlinchak on the Impact of Universal Design

Katie Karlinchak, a designer for Gensler San Diego, chats about how early influences from family members jumpstarted her design career.
September 19, 2023
A building with a city in the background.

Strategies for Reinvigorating Singapore’s Central Business District

Placemaking strategies can provide attractive Central Business Districts that encourage workers to return to the workplace.
September 18, 2023 | By Najeeb Rahmat
Chaffey Medical Sciences High School aerial rendering

5 Strategies for Heat Resilient Design

Here are five strategies we need to embrace to create heat resilient design solutions for the coming years.
September 15, 2023 | By Darren Adkisson and Anthony Brower
A group of people in a large room with a large screen.

What Airports Can Learn From Work, Sports, Healthcare, and Retail

Here are five cues that airports can take from innovations, insights, and perspectives from other parallel industries.
September 13, 2023 | By Derrick Choi
A building with cars parked outside.

The EV Revolution — And Why Charging Stations Are So Critical

Gensler’s mobility and aviation experts discuss what’s next for electric vehicles, EV charging stations, and more.
September 13, 2023 | Q&A with Dylan Jones, Mark Brungo, and Ashley Dowell
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Gensler Voices: Nick Acevedo on Transformation

Nick Acevedo, a designer for Gensler Newport Beach, chats about the benefits of learning throughout your design career.
September 13, 2023
Hong Kong cycling route map

Commuting by Bicycle in One of the Most Cycling-Unfriendly Cities

Is there opportunity for micromobility in Hong Kong? A look at cycling in Hong Kong’s CBD.
September 13, 2023 | By Erik Thorbeck
A group of people in a large airport.

Understanding the Modern Transit Passenger Experience

What makes a great (or not-so-great) transit experience? Here are five factors that drive passenger experience.
September 11, 2023 | By Jaymes Dunsmore
A woman smiling for the camera.

Gensler Voices: Gabby McCloy on the Learning Curve to Growth

Gabby McCloy, a designer for Gensler Raleigh, chats about entering the design workforce and what emerging and growing trends in the industry are most exciting.
September 08, 2023
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Fixed Base Operators: A Gateway to eVTOL Takeoff

The Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) revolution is already here. See how eVTOL is taking off.
September 07, 2023 | By Nick Acevedo
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Borealis: The Opportunity for Building Integrated Carbon Capture to Reverse the Carbon Footprint of Buildings

If applied across Gensler’s global portfolio, direct air capture technologies could remove 14.5 million tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere.
September 06, 2023 | By Naomi Sakamoto
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Micro-Fulfillment: The Next Step to Faster, More Efficient Last-Mile Delivery

As more people shop online, micro-fulfillment strategies can improve delivery times. Here are five considerations to meet the challenges of last-mile delivery.
September 05, 2023 | By Brion Sargent
DataBank Georgia Tech Data Center

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Data Center Design

The increased demands on data centers to perform AI computing is driving architects, engineers, and owners to find innovative design solutions.
September 01, 2023 | By Matthew Williams
Stryker Endoscopy

The Benefits of Nurturing Organizational Pride in Life Science Workplaces

In our latest survey of research scientists, we uncovered how laboratory design can promote a sense of organizational pride.
August 30, 2023 | By Nicholas Watkins, Ph.D., Erik Lustgarten, and Justin Cratty
The Engine at MIT

Designing for the Convergence of Science at The Engine

MIT’s The Engine enables scientists, engineers, academics, and business leaders to collaborate under one roof.
August 30, 2023 | By Adam Harper and Patricia Nobre
West Virginia University Reynolds Hall building exterior

How Business Schools Fuel Innovation Ecosystems

By creating highly connective business school “ecosystems,” there is significant untapped potential to help cities and communities thrive.
August 29, 2023 | By Mark Thaler and Meghan Webster
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5 Strategies for Labs to Meet ESG Targets

These key strategies can achieve significant reductions in a laboratory tenant’s carbon footprint.
August 28, 2023 | By Caroline Shannon and Erik Lustgarten
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The Future of Healthcare as an Integrated Ecosystem of Health and Care

By refocusing the U.S. health system on improving community health, we can provide better outcomes and address the industry's major challenges.
August 23, 2023 | By Bonny Slater and Michael Schur
A building with a large roof.

What Two Leading Edge Venues Reveal About the Future of College Sports

Sports venues must go beyond game day and do more for the team, the campus community, and the general public by identifying year-round use.
August 22, 2023 | By Steve Chung
A building with lights on.

How the EveryFan Journey Drives Engagement in Stadium Design

Today’s sports and entertainment venue experience is no longer solely about the event itself; it is intrinsically connected to the fan journey.
August 22, 2023 | By Ryan Sickman, Andrew Jacobs, and Michelle DeCurtis
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A Material Approach to Lowering Carbon and Changing the Building Industry

Gensler Co-CEO Jordan Goldstein talks about Gensler’s Product Sustainability (GPS) Standards and what it means for the industry.
August 21, 2023 | Q&A with Jordan Goldstein
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Driving Transformational Change in Denver Through Human-Centered Design

A conversation with Gensler Denver’s Co-Managing Directors Michelle Liebling and Jon Gambrill.
August 15, 2023 | Q&A with Michelle Liebling and Jon Gambrill
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How Augmented Reality Can Drive More Engaged Communities

New and emerging technologies are bringing even more opportunity to enhance the ways communities engage with the cities around them.
August 14, 2023 | By Greg Gallimore and Collin Peters
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Why Biophilic Design Is Crucial in the Workplace and Beyond

Good biophilic design celebrates our love of life to create spaces that inspire, empower, and energise the people who use them.
August 09, 2023 | By Marco Gastoldi
A group of people in a room.

Introducing the Club Workplace

A neighborhood workplace that combines the work-oriented spaces of a Hub office with the convenience of a reduced commute.
August 08, 2023 | By Brian Stromquist
A large group of people sitting at tables in a room with a brick wall and a large brick.

The Future of Sports Venues Is About Creating Vibrant, Multiuse Districts

Gensler’s Director of Sports explains why integrating sports venues into the urban fabric can generate revenue and create live-work-play communities.
August 01, 2023 | Q&A with Jon Niemuth
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How Civic Architecture Can Strengthen Our Social Fabric

The design of our civic buildings and public spaces can influence our personal and societal health.
July 27, 2023 | By J.T. Theeuwes
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Fans Are Hungry for New Seating Options at Sports Venues

The “one ticket, one seat” model has run its course. From standing only to sponsored zones, a full menu of ticket types is needed to meet consumer demand for live sports.
July 27, 2023 | By Ryan Sickman, Andrew Jacobs, and Michelle DeCurtis
A building with glass walls.

How to Reposition Office Space for Market Differentiation

We must shift our thinking to focus less on workplace density and more on the experience and quality of space the office can deliver.
July 25, 2023 | By Sarah Brengarth
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Resuscitating Buildings for Life Sciences and Healthcare

By reusing existing buildings, such as empty retail stores and office buildings, architects can bring health, sciences, and wellness services closer to communities.
July 19, 2023 | By Joseph Lauro
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From Pilots to Policy: Exploring Office-to-Residential Conversions in Boston

There are clear steps that can be taken to address the housing shortage, and we believe there is huge opportunity in office-to-residential conversion.
July 19, 2023 | By Todd Dundon and Jared Krieger
A group of people sitting in a room.

People Have Choice in the Workplace, But Not the Choices They Need

Providing greater choice in where to work within the work environment doesn’t just enhance the workplace experience; it can lead to better business performance.
July 18, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Designing Empathetic Workplaces Can Be a Key Differentiator

Empathy is a required trait of healthy workplaces and communities, and a key differentiator.
July 17, 2023 | By Emer Lynam and Louise Jorden
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Baseball Is Changing. Here’s How Cities Could Change With It.

As the future of downtowns evolves and baseball continues to grow, here are five ideas for how ballparks and urban districts could improve.
July 14, 2023 | By Nate Cherry
A group of people in a library.

High-Performing Workplaces Spark Employees’ Intrinsic Motivation

By tapping into employees’ intrinsic motivation in the workplace, employers can drive business results.
July 13, 2023 | By Naomi Sakamoto
A group of people sitting in a room with windows and a table.

5 Trends Driving the New Workplace

Here are five workplace trends that have been accelerated and now are driving priorities for the office of the future.
July 12, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A few people in a room.

How AI is Transforming Workplace Architecture and Design

AI is not merely a futuristic concept; it’s a game-changer that is redefining the everyday experience of employees in profound ways.
July 11, 2023 | By Christian Lehmkuhl
A few people sitting at a table.

The Future of Work in Canada: Insights From Gensler’s Global Workplace Survey

Gensler’s latest global workplace survey reveals that Canadian offices are ripe for post-pandemic reinvention.
July 10, 2023 | By Annie Bergeron
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Reinventing the Airport as an All-in-One Facility

Can an airport simultaneously be a great international gateway, a thriving community asset, and an efficient transfer hub?
July 05, 2023 | By Ty Osbaugh
A person standing in a room with people sitting at tables and chairs.

Evolution of the Legal Workplace

To bring people back to the office, law firms and other high-performing companies need to intentionally plan their workplaces for collaboration, productivity, and culture.
July 05, 2023 | By Barbara Dunn
A group of people sitting in a room.

The UnOffice: Workplaces for More Than Productivity

The next evolution of the workplace should be designed for hybrid work, embracing both productivity and unproductivity.
June 29, 2023 | By Darshan Shah and David Tao
A group of people walking around a building.

Why Airports Must Create a ‘Place of Sense’ to Engage Travelers

To transform a passenger’s journey from good to great, we believe the only way to create a sense of place is to first create a “place of sense.”
June 28, 2023 | By Charishma Hunjan and Brian Gongaware
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AI Is Already Changing Hospitality. Here’s How.

From optimizing energy efficiency to hotel operations, AI is revolutionizing the hospitality industry in ways that are delightful and profound.
June 26, 2023 | By Gabriel Diaz
A group of people walking inside a building.

To Foster an Engaged Student Body, Holistic Campus Design Is Key

To address declining enrollment and changing student expectations, higher education campus design should strive to build an engaged community.
June 22, 2023 | By Allison Marshall
A building with glass windows.

Beyond Books, Libraries Are Vital Community Hubs

Beyond their traditional role as information providers, municipal libraries are uniquely positioned to have a positive impact on the communities they serve.
June 21, 2023 | By Brian Nicodemus
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SHED: Connecting the Dots Between Education, Industry, and Technology

Blurring traditional boundaries between sciences will foster curiosity and exploration in new and emerging disciplines.
June 20, 2023 | By Richard Jacob and Nick Jones
A city with tall buildings.

Why Connected Neighborhoods Are Key to Urban Revitalization

In cities like Nashville, new development must consider the need to enhance neighborhood character and a connected urban experience.
June 19, 2023 | By Kelly Cathey
People walking around a building.

5 Ways Educational Anchor Institutions Can Catalyze Economic Recovery

As post-pandemic cities struggle to rebound, educational anchor institutions can be an important player in helping local economies recover.
June 16, 2023 | By Sandy Mendler
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Why It’s Time to Reframe the Conversation Around Senior Living

New Gensler research demystifies myths about aging and offers creative solutions for communities that are currently not built to support older people.
June 15, 2023 | By Tama Duffy Day and Kasia Maynard
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Why Designing for the Human Experience Is Key to Advancing SDG Goals

In times of radical change and crisis, we can leverage design for positive impact. Design is pivotal to achieving sustainable development goals.
June 14, 2023 | By Diane Hoskins
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Hybrid Is Here to Stay. So Is the Office.

Gensler’s global workplace research reveals an optimistic future: while hybrid work is here to stay, the office is needed more than ever.
June 13, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin and Anita Grabowska
A group of people inside a building.

Transforming a Generational Asset Into a Class A Tower

The reinvestment in 633 Folsom transformed a 1960s asset to reduce carbon and reanimate a vital urban corridor.
June 08, 2023 | By Bob Perry
A group of people walking on a bridge.

Bring Climate Justice Into Your Projects by Engaging Community Partners

Our cities are full of organizations that are well-equipped with amazing expertise and can help guide projects to have long-lasting impact.
June 07, 2023 | By Hannah Brokos, Ursula Del Castillo, Emily Ryan, and Elaine Asal
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Gensler Voices: Argelia Bárcena on Serendipitous Moments with Lasting Impact

We sat down with Argelia Bárcena, from our Gensler San Francisco office, to discuss what's ahead for architecture and design and the power of pivoting in your career.
June 06, 2023
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Equity and the 20-Minute Neighborhood

To build stronger, more resilient, and equitable communities it’s essential that we leverage the power of research and engage residents.
June 05, 2023 | By Roger Smith
A group of people in a room.

5 Trends Changing the Shape of Healthcare Design

The way we deliver and receive care is changing. Here, one of Gensler's healthcare leaders shares her thoughts on five trends currently influencing design in the industry.
June 01, 2023 | By Tatiana Guimaraes
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Why It’s Time to Apply Regenerative Systems Design on a Global Scale

Regenerative architecture offers a more sustainable path forward.
May 31, 2023 | By Juliette Morgan and Arlen Stawasz
A room with tables and chairs.

Implementing Science Research Lab Design Strategies in Wineries

Similar to a research lab, wineries and winemakers require a space for analysis and discovery that balances equipment requirements with human-centric design.
May 31, 2023 | By Paulina Abella
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Trends to Watch: The Evolution of the Sciences Workplace

In the Puget Sound region and beyond, the science industry is growing in our post-pandemic economy.
May 30, 2023 | By Ed Palushock
A building with a glass front.

Supporting Health, Well-Being, and Safety Through Trauma-Informed Design

We’ve outlined seven strategies that any project can implement to support recovery.
May 26, 2023 | By Bonny Slater
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5 Conversations That Define 2023’s Evolving Workplace

Here are five design trends emerging as key drivers for the future workplace.
May 25, 2023 | By Elizabeth Brink
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Will Third Places Be the Future of Workplaces?

Just like third places, the time has come for the office to open up to the city, the neighbourhood, and the public space, rather than withdrawing into itself.
May 24, 2023 | By Jean-Pierre Bouanha
A large building with a parking lot.

Data Centres and the Forgotten Landscapes of Digital Infrastructure

Through regenerative design, we can change the perception of data centres from ‘bad neighbour’ developments to community assets.
May 24, 2023 | By Yukako Takanashi and Kenneth Allan
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Rethinking Engagement: Strategies for Immersive Design

How can we drive and sustain meaningful engagement between our clients’ spaces and their employees, partners, and customers? Immersive experiences are key.
May 23, 2023 | By Nick Hubbard, Sarah DiLeo, and Bonnie Reese
Graphical user interface, website.

Why Brand Fleets Are Key to Creating an Engaging, Multiplatform Experience

Brand fleets can create brand loyalty and reach the customer of now and the younger audience of the future.
May 22, 2023 | By Andy Piepenstock
Chart, radar chart.

Interactive Graphic: Public Transit Systems Around the World

Survey respondents rated their satisfaction with aspects of public transit systems across cities and identified drivers of a great public transit experience.
May 22, 2023
A group of people playing ping pong in a room with a large window.

Younger Generations Work Differently. What Does This Mean for the Future Workplace?

It is crucial to understand generational differences to support a productive and engaged workforce.
May 17, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A person sitting at a table.

3 Ways the Most Innovative Companies Work Differently

As office workers are returning to the office, we wanted to know: do Innovators work differently, and do they value the office differently?
May 17, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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What’s Next for Hospitality and New Luxury in Latin America

As a region steeped in culture, history, and beauty, Latin America is a natural fit for the more meaningful experiences that today’s travelers are searching for.
May 16, 2023 | By David Darlington
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Checking In on the Guest Experience

As leisure travel ramps up, hotels must do more to exceed guest expectations. Gensler’s Hospitality Experience Survey 2023 sheds light on traveler preferences and behaviors.
May 16, 2023 | By Michelle DeCurtis, Stella Donovan, and Ana Ardon
A courtyard with people and buildings.

The Future of Hospitality Is Local

Here’s why embracing local cultures and communities is key to creating an authentic hospitality experience.
May 15, 2023 | By Tori Thibodeaux
A city with a bridge and a river.

How the Renovation of a Landmark Hotel Sets a New Benchmark for Sustainable Design

The renovation of Amway Grand Plaza Hotel Tower demonstrates how holistic improvements can improve a building’s performance and impact carbon emissions.
May 15, 2023 | By Aleksandar Sasha Zeljic
A person lying on the floor in a room with a person standing.

The Future of Retail Health and the New Healthcare Experience

Retail health is emerging as a means for delivering quality, convenient care and a model for healthcare systems expanding their networks or services to reach new patients.
May 12, 2023 | By Tatiana Guimaraes and Michael Schur
A city with many buildings.

The Future of City Centres

The pandemic has prompted a rethink of the role our city centres as they become more of a lifestyle location rather than a traditional work destination.
May 09, 2023 | By Ian Mulcahey
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Gensler Voices: Joan Megan Ng on the Beauty of Design

We sat down with Joan Megan Ng, from our Gensler Singapore office, to explore what it’s like to be a project accountant at Gensler.
May 09, 2023
A building with glass windows.

Old to Bold: How Hotel Adaptive Reuse Transforms Communities

Adaptive reuse has become a key strategy for revitalizing economically obsolete structures and breathing new life into urban centers.
May 08, 2023 | By Jack Paruta
A street with buildings on either side.

Implementing Sustainable Design Strategies in the Retail Environment

Here’s how linking sustainability efforts to the customer experience helps grow brand value and move us toward a more sustainable future.
May 05, 2023 | By Alexia Beghi
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Gensler Voices: Haruka Yokokawa on the Importance of Having a Mission

We sat down with Haruka Yokokawa, from our Gensler Tokyo office, to explore the power of opportunity and learning in your career.
May 03, 2023
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What Gensler’s Middle East Workplace Survey Uncovers About How to Attract Talent Back to the Office

Gensler’s Middle East Workplace Survey 2023 examines three ways organizations can attract workers to return to the office.
May 02, 2023 | By Shantam Sharma
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Book Depository Jump-Starts Ford’s Detroit Innovation District

As Ford continues to evolve its business for a new century, the company has returned to its roots in the Motor City.
May 02, 2023 | By Lily Diego and John Waller
A group of people in a room.

3 Key Ingredients to Creating a Competitive Advantage in the Future of Work

Why HR, Corporate Real Estate, and Brand need to come together to help companies build a thriving workplace.
May 02, 2023 | By Janice Cavaliere
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Using Resilient Materials to Make Your Brand Values Tangible

Resilient materials offer an opportunity to tell more rich and meaningful brand stories that offer a vision for an alternative future.
April 27, 2023 | By Laurence Dorrington
A group of people in an office.

The Biogenic Materials Revolution Has Begun and Mass Timber Is Leading the Way

Biogenic materials will be crucial in our efforts to address climate change while also meeting the vast global demand for new buildings and spaces.
April 26, 2023 | By Erik Barth
A building with trees and benches.

How Biophilia, Biomimicry, and Bioclimatic Strategies Will Transform the Future of Design

By incorporating biophilic, bioclimatic, and biomimicry design strategies, we can raise the bar for what acting sustainably means.
April 25, 2023 | By Maria Perez
Houston Advanced Research Center building exterior

Achieving LEED Zero Energy With HARC

Data-driven sustainability tactics qualified HARC headquarters to become the first LEED Zero Energy Certified commercial building in Texas.
April 25, 2023 | By Rives Taylor and Maria Perez
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Climate Change Is Here. It’s Time to Invest in Our Collective Future.

Data from Gensler’s climate change survey offers insights into how climate change is dramatically affecting the international community.
April 20, 2023 | By Rives Taylor, Jacob Plotkin, and Anita Grabowska
A building with glass walls.

Back to Basics: 5 Strategies to Approach Net Zero Energy

Tenants are demanding healthy, energy-efficient buildings with measurable data to support ESG and talent retention goals. Here are five strategies to approach net zero energy.
April 19, 2023 | By Jim Stanislaski
A building with many windows.

Why New Construction Cannot Solve the Climate Crisis

To meet carbon reduction goals, why focus on new construction when we can achieve measurable impact by focusing on existing building renovations?
April 18, 2023 | By Chris Hague
A group of people in an office.

Mass Timber: The Sustainable Solution for the Design Industry (Part 2)

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, we continue a conversation around mass timber.
April 17, 2023
A large office space.

An Evolving Practice: Industrial Architecture

Today, we are seeing production and logistics facilities pop-up closer to, and even within, our cities and communities.
April 14, 2023 | By Jon Siani
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Trends to Watch: What’s Next for Media Workplaces?

Here are four factors driving the future of media workplaces and their unique set of needs.
April 13, 2023 | By Johnathan Sandler
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Adobe’s Founders Tower Provides a Glimpse Into the Future of Work

Adobe’s Founders Tower embodies the company’s commitment to creativity, sustainability, inclusivity, and an innovative approach to the future of work.
April 12, 2023 | By Natalie Engels and Sean Gallivan
A building with glass windows.

A Living Lab: How the Gensler Phoenix Redesign Supports Our New Work Styles

At the beginning of 2020, the Gensler Phoenix office set out to design a workplace model that would support flexibility for seamless collaboration and innovation.
April 12, 2023 | By James Bailey
People walking up stairs.

What It Means to Be a “Healthy Building”

Healthy buildings have a direct impact on our ability to thrive. Here are some strategies for future projects seeking to emphasize health and well-being.
April 11, 2023 | By Stacey Olson
A city street with buildings and cars.

How Smart Mixed-Use Environments Can Redefine Urban Spaces

Mixed-use developments, when coupled with smart technologies, can deliver meaningful experiences, while providing developers data insights to optimize their statements.
April 11, 2023 | By Christian Lehmkuhl
Jacob Simons wearing glasses.

Gensler Voices: Jacob Simons on the Power of Community

We sat down with Jacob Simons, Northwest Regional Strategy Practice Leader in our Gensler Seattle office, to discuss the power in leaving a legacy of positivity.
April 11, 2023
A building with glass windows.

Mass Timber: The Sustainable Solution for the Design Industry

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, our guests discuss what mass timber is, where it comes from, and why we should be using a lot more of it.
April 07, 2023
A street with cars and people on it and buildings on the side.

Trends to Watch: Shaping the Future of Attainable Housing

Gensler Residential Leader Kelly Farrell discusses attainable housing trends and potential solutions.
April 05, 2023
A high angle view of buildings.

Thinking Outside the Wooden Box: An Alternate Construction Method for Resilient Affordable Housing

Thin-shell concrete construction has just recently begun to establish a foothold in the United States, but has been used globally for years.
April 05, 2023 | By Sam McGlone
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Gensler Voices: Nupur Shah on Defying Expectations

We sat down with Nupur Shah, senior designer, Gensler Bangalore, to ask her about how her unconventional career shift from healthcare to design has guided her work.
April 04, 2023
A bathroom with a sink and a mirror.

Product Design for a Better Bathroom Experience

Gensler’s product designers reimagined stainless steel bathroom accessories to deliver a better, more inclusive bathroom experience.
April 03, 2023 | By Scott Star
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What Is the Architect’s Role in Creating Equitable Communities?

In this episode of Gensler Design Exchange podcast, our guests talk about this new resource for architects and designers in creating equitable communities.
March 30, 2023
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Trends to Watch: 5 Opportunities Shaping the Future of Tech in the Built Environment

Here are five opportunities that shape the future of technology in the built environment.
March 29, 2023 | By Robert Bischoff, Hans Neubert, and David Kramer
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The Internet of Places: How Will Web3 Transform the Built Environment?

See how new tech trends in AI, VR, and Web3 will transform the built environment.
March 29, 2023 | By Greg Gallimore, Joel Fariss
A building with many windows.

The Bon Brings A New Model for Urban Living to Boston

Adjacent to mass transit in the heart of Boston’s Fenway neighborhood, the Bon’s shared amenities and unique ground floor program create a new kind of community.
March 28, 2023 | By Todd Dundon and Richard Curtiss
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Gensler Voices: Mohammed Mushaikh on Perseverance in Pursuit of Your Goals

We asked Mohammed Mushaikh, a designer in Gensler’s Riyadh office, to reflect on how architecture and design can drive equitability and inclusivity in our communities.
March 28, 2023
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(Re)Shaping the Future of Financial Services Firms in London

Here are three meta trends that will continue to shape the financial services workplace and drive change for business and corporate real estate.
March 23, 2023 | By Adam Phillips
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What Gensler’s Mexico Workplace Survey Reveals About Why Employees Are Returning to the Office

Gensler’s Mexico Workplace Survey uncover which spaces and experiences are most effective in supporting employees.
March 22, 2023 | By Francesca Poma-Murialdo and Daniel Alvarado
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Gensler Voices: Lina Ayala on the Power of Mentorship in Her Career

Lina Ayala, residential practice area office leader for Gensler Sydney, chats about the role that her mentor and international opportunities have had on her career.
March 21, 2023
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Future-Prepping Your Business in an Uncertain World

Our world is full of unknowns. What can we do about it? “Futures” (or future-casting) are another way to think about and plan for what might be coming next.
March 20, 2023 | By Carolyn Weiss
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Gensler Voices: Dijana Dejanovic on the Importance of Inclusivity in Strengthening Design

We sat down with Dijana Dejanovic, from our Gensler London office, to discuss the future of architecture and design and how diverse backgrounds elevate the design experience.
March 16, 2023
Graphical user interface.

Does Your Old Building Have More Potential Than You Think?

By optimizing the strong foundation of older assets with strategic design interventions, existing office buildings may have more transformative potential than expected.
March 15, 2023 | By Cayla McElwee, Kajal Patel, and Erin Saven
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Listening vs. Prescribing: Understanding How Students Perceive Education Spaces Today

To design schools where students feel like they truly belong, it is critical to hear directly from the students about their lived experiences.
March 13, 2023 | By Margot Kleinman and Mark Thaler
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Designing Innovative Pathways to Affordable Housing in Los Angeles

Gensler’s Roger Sherman discusses affordable housing pathways, multigenerational living, co-living solutions, and more.
March 10, 2023 | Q&A with Roger Sherman
A group of people in a large building.

The Future of Travel? Start With the Future Traveler.

To be truly inclusive, airports must address a diversity of passenger and employee needs.
March 09, 2023 | By Jennie Santoro and Melissa Mizell
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Trends to Watch Shaping the Future of Urban Mobility

Gensler’s research, planning, and transportation experts discuss how residents’ mobility experiences, opinions, and preferences are shaping how cities are planned and built.
March 07, 2023
A group of people sitting outside a building.

Libraries Are Crucial Social Infrastructure for the 20-Minute City

Once known solely as places for books, libraries are pivoting and adapting to adopt new roles in society.
March 03, 2023 | By Elaine Asal, Christopher Rzomp, and Al-Jalil Gault
People sitting at tables in a building.

An Opportunity to Unlock Value for Underutilized Assets: Office Conversions for Senior Living

In the race to convert vacant office buildings, developers should consider senior living.
March 01, 2023 | By Michael Hendershot
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Housing Affordability and Homelessness in Los Angeles: A Conversation With Roger Sherman

Gensler’s Roger Sherman discusses housing affordability, homelessness, and innovative solutions for reform.
February 28, 2023
A man and woman sitting in chairs in front of a projector screen.

Revitalizing, Reinventing & Rethinking Downtown San Francisco: A Conversation With Mayor London Breed

Here are six key takeaways from Gensler's discussion with San Francisco Mayor London Breed and panelists on how we can revitalize downtown San Francisco.
February 27, 2023 | By Amy Campbell, Doug Zucker, and Holly Arnold
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What Gensler’s Canadian Workplace Survey Reveals About the New Priorities for Office Design

Gensler's Canada Workplace Survey 2022 survey finds that the office will remain a critical part of the work ecosystem, but there are some challenges.
February 23, 2023 | By Annie Bergeron and Kevin Katigbak
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3 Leadership Disconnects Around Supporting a Culture of Innovation

So you think you’re supporting a culture of innovation within your organization? Here are three disconnects to look out for.
February 22, 2023 | By Lis Russo and Amanda Ramos
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Why Embedding Inclusive Design From Start to Finish Is Critical

The journey towards an inclusive design outcome must start by engaging those for whom the design is intended.
February 17, 2023 | By Gail Napell, Melany Park, and Jennifer Ellis-Rosa
A group of people walking around a large building.

Investing in Lifelong Learning Experiences to Reenergize our Workplaces

As a process, lifelong learning hasn’t translated itself into our culture or manifested itself in our everyday lives.
February 17, 2023 | By Richard Jacob
A large building with many windows.

How Office-to-Residential Conversions Could Revitalize Downtown San Francisco

One of the easiest ways to create diversity in office-centric downtowns is to convert existing office buildings to other uses. Residential is an obvious choice.
February 16, 2023 | By Amy Campbell, Holly Arnold, and Doug Zucker
A group of people sitting on couches in a room with large windows.

3 Surprises Impacting the Return to the Office

Our workplace research uncovered three surprising truths impacting the new role of the office, and what might bring workers back.
February 13, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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What Is WiredScore and What Does It Mean for Your Building?

In a highly competitive market, building owners should consider implementing a more robust digital infrastructure through the global standard for technology in buildings.
February 09, 2023 | By Duncan Jack
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Building Buzz: Strategies for Energizing the Workplace

How do you design for “buzz” in the workplace — that intangible phenomenon that bridges the anticipation of coming into work with the experience once you’re there?
February 09, 2023 | By Brian Stromquist
A city with tall buildings.

No Single Solution Will Save Cities. Three Just Might.

By focusing on the interconnected issues of reimagined workplaces, attainable housing, and safe and accessible transportation, we can help cities reach vibrant new heights.
February 08, 2023 | By Andy Cohen
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From College Playoffs to the Super Bowl: How Can We Reimagine Live Sports Experiences?

As sports fans journey back to stadiums and arenas, what are their new expectations for game day experiences? Gensler’s Sports Experience Survey offers insights.
February 08, 2023 | By Andrew Jacobs and Michelle DeCurtis
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Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice: Lessons From U.K. Architectural Apprentices

For the U.K.’s National Apprenticeship Week 2023, we spoke with Gensler London’s graduated apprentices about their journeys.
February 08, 2023
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Destination Aldgate: Reinventing London’s Central Business District

Here’s how we developed a strategic vision to address the rapid growth of commercial and residential development and bring out the Aldgate Connect BID’s distinct identity.
February 07, 2023 | By Michaela Winter-Taylor
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From Vacancy to Vibrancy: Reimagining the Future of Downtown San Francisco

We look at a new vision for downtown San Francisco: a central business district transformed into a vibrant, sustainable, and resilient mixed-use neighborhood.
February 06, 2023 | By Amy Campbell, Holly Arnold, and Doug Zucker
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10 Spaces That Are No Longer Optional to Create a Great Workplace Experience

What amenities can bring people back to the office? Here are 10 spaces that have the greatest impact on workplace effectiveness and experience.
February 06, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Creating Spaces That Evoke Joy Through Immersive Design

How can physical spaces evoke joy? Design needs to incorporate multiple characteristics and fully engage our senses to be considered an immersive experience.
February 03, 2023 | By Jaimelynn Shah
People in a room.

Getting to the ‘S’ and the ‘G’ in ESG Through Design

Designing for the ‘S’ (Social) and fueling the impact of the corporate ‘G’ (Governance) in ESG can help realize positive, measurable outcomes in the community.
February 02, 2023 | By Stacey Olson
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Unlocking Hidden Value: How Cities and Developers Are Partnering to Turn Vacant Offices into Residential

Vacant office spaces are a burden for cities and developers. Here’s how to convert vacant office buildings into new housing.
January 31, 2023 | By Duanne Render
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Airports Can’t Stop. Here’s How to Keep them Functional During Construction.

We share fresh optimism about how to improve the airport construction process. It starts with travelers’ experience as they pass through an airport with ongoing construction.
January 25, 2023 | By Matthew Johnson, Benton Rudolph, and Tim Hudson
A city with a tall tower.

Trends to Watch Shaping the Future of ESG

Gensler’s Climate Action & Sustainability leaders discuss the trends and challenges they are seeing as clients lay out ESG goals and how those trends affect the way we design.
January 24, 2023 | Q&A with Juliette Morgan, Kirsten Ritchie, and Anthony Brower
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Debunking Three Myths About Designing for Older Adults

As part of a Gensler research initiative, we embarked on a study to learn more about the attitudes and living preferences of independent adults over age 55.
January 24, 2023 | By Tama Duffy Day and Nicolas Swaner
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Nature + Nurture in the Inclusive Workplace

As tech companies plot their partial return to the workplace, some are ready to embrace our latest challenge: How we take insights from the past two years and use them to design joyful, inclusive work environments?
January 23, 2023 | By Brian Stromquist
People sitting at tables in a room.

How Can Companies Leverage the Sublease Market to Gain Access to Prime Office Space in Downtown Toronto?

With companies reevaluating how to meaningfully reengage with the workplace, many enticing opportunities are appearing on the sublease market in the Greater Toronto Area.
January 23, 2023 | By Annie Bergeron, Kevin Katigbak
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As We Return to the Workplace, It’s Not the Same — What Works? What Doesn’t?

An effective, well-designed workplace can impact the overall work experience. Here's a look at what's working — and what's not — as we return to the office.
January 23, 2023 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Using Algae to Offset the Carbon Cost of Data Centres

Data centres use about 1% of the planet’s electricity and are responsible for about 0.25% of the world’s carbon footprint. What if there were a way to capture those carbon emissions within the building itself?
January 20, 2023 | By Matt Redding and Joost Lansbergen
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8 Trends to Watch: Economic Headwinds Will Help Us Focus on What We Value

We need to let post-pandemic workplace patterns and attitudes evolve while planning for future flexibility, nuance, and performance.
January 20, 2023 | By Nayan Parekh
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Marriott International Provides a Model for the Workplace of the Future With Their Hospitality-Infused Global Headquarters

Marriott’s reimagined global headquarters fuses hospitality and workplace design to draw people back to the office with a work experience that captures the energy and ambiance of a vibrant hotel.
January 18, 2023 | By Jordan Goldstein and Ty Breland
A room with a desk and chairs.

The Rise and Fall of the Corner Office: Does Status Still Matter in Workplace Design?

Since social status has been linked to employee engagement and job satisfaction, it may be an interesting tool to revisit to attract people back to the office.
January 13, 2023 | By Michael O'Neill
Bob Weis in Gensler LA office.

Bob Weis, Former President of Walt Disney Imagineering, on Immersive Experiences and the Story of Our Cities and Spaces

Now at Gensler to lead Immersive Experience Design, Bob talks about how physical experiences are connecting people to place in inspiring new ways.
January 12, 2023 | Q&A with Bob Weis
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What Can Cities Do to Bring People Back to Public Transit?

While most city dwellers feel positively about their city’s public transit system, fewer feel that it provides a great experience.
January 11, 2023 | By Sofia Song and Stella Donovan
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How the Flight to Experience Can Unlock Value for Commercial Office Buildings

It’s time to rethink the traditional commercial office building model — by redefining “quality” in office buildings and creating workplaces that foster memorable experiences for today’s tenants.
January 11, 2023 | By Peter Weingarten
A group of people in an office.

Construction Costs Continued to Climb Through 2022

Construction costs have experienced many disruptive pressures due to the pandemic – from limited labor to stressed supply chains to stubborn inflation pressures. While the industry still finds itself challenged by these pressures heading into 2023, increasing interest rates and the corresponding downward pressure on demand may finally provide some relief.
January 09, 2023 | By Andrew Starr
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Strategy: The Unseen Partner for Workplace Design

Clients are looking to support talent through new policies, work point design choices, service design strategies, amenities, and locations.
January 05, 2023 | By Sonya Dufner
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Trends to Watch: What’s Next for the Future of Workplace and Workplace Design

Clients are experimenting with hybrid work, policies changes, spatial needs, and how to create a workplace that supports what workers need. Here’s what’s next for the future of workplace and workplace design.
January 04, 2023
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The Trends Defining What’s Next for Stranded Assets and Building Transformation

Owners and developers are considering how to convert Class B and C office buildings that sit vacant as tenants flock to modern, amenity-rich properties.
January 03, 2023
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A Shifting Workplace Paradigm for the New Year

In this time of constant change and challenge, people want to spend their time in environments that maximize the way they live, work, play, and collaborate. Our latest research sheds light on an emerging trend in how people and companies are using their space.
January 03, 2023 | By Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen
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Hot Topics From a Year of Transformation and New Ideas

Now more than ever, people are attuned to how physical space shapes experience. As we prepare for the new year, we’re looking back at ideas with the biggest impact in 2022.
December 22, 2022
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Trends to Watch: Accessible and Inclusive Design Will Draw Workers Back to the Office

Here’s how workplace designers can play a vital role in creating inclusive spaces that are welcoming of all people and all abilities and supportive of employee well-being with the right mix of amenities and spaces.
December 21, 2022 | By Cristina Ziegler
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Rethinking Las Vegas, Its Hidden Potential, and Future Promise: A Conversation with Brett Robillard

Brett Robillard, a principal and studio director at Gensler’s Las Vegas office, discusses Las Vegas’ ripe potential for growth and expansion, its many misconceptions, and what a new kind of design thinking can bring to the future development of the city.
December 20, 2022 | By Brett Robillard
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What’s Next for the Office? Here’s What Corporate Real Estate Executives Say.

Gensler’s survey of CoreNet Global end users aims to understand what CREs are currently implementing or considering across their office portfolio and how plans will impact their real estate footprint.
December 16, 2022 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Thinking Outside the City: Why Transforming Stranded Assets Can Unlock Value in the Suburbs

With millennials and young families leaving cities for the suburbs, transforming stranded assets such as office parks and retail malls into mixed use districts is a major opportunity to add value.
December 16, 2022 | By Joseph Brancato
A group of people ride skateboards down a street.

What the Rise of Micromobility Means for the Future of Cities

One trend that emerged from Gensler’s survey of 15,000 residents in 30 cities may change how we navigate urban life: micromobility is more popular than ever before.
December 15, 2022 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan
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Designing for Social Impact in Our Communities

The Gensler Community Impact Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of teams across the firm in pro bono, low bono, mentoring, and research projects that align with the Gensler Model of Community Impact.
December 14, 2022 | By Gensler’s Community Impact Team
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A Holistic Approach to Community Impact in Washington, D.C.

Our Gensler DC Community Impact group has developed a key partnership with Kelly Miller Middle School in Ward 7 to provide holistic support to the students and their families.
December 14, 2022 | By Meredith Flanagan and Caitlin Parker
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What Gensler’s Latest City Pulse Says About Sustainable Transportation

What can cities do to promote more sustainable transportation options? Gensler's City Pulse data reveals that it may come down to convenience and cost.
December 07, 2022 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan
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Experimentation in the Workplace: Adopting a Software Mindset

To deliver a work system that's designed for success in the current hybrid work environment, design teams must adopt a rapid cyclical development approach that builds a deep understanding of changing leadership aspirations, functional needs, and cultural workstyle norms.
December 07, 2022 | By Alfred Byun and Karina Silvester
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What Gensler’s Recent U.S. Workplace Survey Reveals About What’s Working — and What’s Not — as Workers Return to the Office

Employees say they need to come into the office more often to maximize productivity. The right mix of experiences could accelerate their return.
December 06, 2022 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin, Anita Grabowska
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To Further Your ESG and Carbon Commitments, Start With Signage

When looking for an impactful, actionable, and timely way to support ESG and carbon goals, we suggest starting with a fundamental, yet often overlooked tool: signage.
December 05, 2022 | By Alex Burkholder, Peter Muller
A group of people at a park.

Activating a Former Gas Station as a Community-Forward Urban Retreat

When the Denver Beer Company approached us to design a new restaurant, ice creamery, and beer tasting room, the concept was to create an inclusive gathering space for all.
December 01, 2022 | By Sarah Buscarello, Nick Seglie, Michael Maugel, Jon Gambrill, and Jeff Hall
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Financial Firms’ Shifting Priorities: Investing in People and Purpose Through ESG Commitments

Companies are implementing ESG frameworks to attract top talent and to protect bottom lines. Here’s how we are helping clients put those commitments front and center.
November 23, 2022 | By Anna Crittenden, Brett Perl
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How Desire for Experience Is Driving the Flight to Quality

People want to be in spaces that maximize how they live, work, and socialize, which is driving demand for Class A buildings. We’re seeing a flight to quality — and experience.
November 22, 2022 | By Andy Cohen
A group of people sitting at tables.

High Street Place: From Unused Office Lobby to Vibrant Culinary Destination

In the heart of Boston’s Financial District, we partnered with the Rockpoint Group to transform an underutilized atrium between two Class A office towers into an 18,000-square-foot, Art Deco-inspired food hall.
November 21, 2022 | By Julie Reker
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Consumer Goods Companies Are Now Competing for Tech Talent

As more consumer goods companies look to diversify their talent pool, how do they compete with the new expectations and needs of workers? Here are three workplace strategies for creating an authentic sense of purpose and connection.
November 17, 2022 | By Tim Kamp
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China’s Honor Life Store Shows How Retail Design Acts as a Cultural and Brand Lens

The new Honor Life Store in China is an immersive, experiential retail format that is an extension of the brand, designed to showcase the possibilities that Honor’s technology enables.
November 11, 2022 | By Michael Green
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3 Strategies to Stem the Tide of Rising Global Temperatures

All segments of the built ecosystem must change direction to stem the tide of rising global temperatures — whether it’s how we build new cities, re-adapt existing cities, or protect cities in vulnerable regions.
November 09, 2022 | By Diane Hoskins
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Murals of Joy: How Custom Murals Can Improve Well-being in the Workplace and Beyond

Inspiring and integrating, murals are complex tools of design that can enliven an entire workplace and integrate a community with the environment that surrounds it.
November 07, 2022 | By Beatriz De Paz
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Using Design to Improve the Transit Experience for Los Angeles Metro

Gensler teamed with LA Metro to create a series of innovative Integrated Station Design Solutions to improve the overall transit experience.
November 02, 2022 | By J.T. Theeuwes
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A Targeted Approach to Reimagining Central Business Districts

We don’t yet have all the answers for how to remake CBDs, but we our research and commercial real estate trends indicate that we need a shakeup.
October 24, 2022 | By Sofia Song
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The Urban Block Club: A New Model to Revive Our Central Business Districts

To revitalize cities, we can reimagine a resilient, community-focused approach that brings different property owners within a district or block to work with each other and the city to create viable developments.
October 21, 2022 | By Sheryl Schulze
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The Infinite Office: How the Metaverse Connects Us, in Real Life

How might the metaverse allow us to make hybrid work better, provide new value in our retail relationships, and reconnect to our cities and each other? Our Digital Experience Design leaders explore possibilities.
October 20, 2022 | By Greg Gallimore and Nick Hubbard
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The Hospitality-Driven Workplace

To better attract, engage, and retain talent in the workplace, it will be critical that organizations take a cue from hospitality, viewing employees as valued guests.
October 20, 2022 | By Samantha Lewis, Shelby Burnett, Kelly Waters
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Exploring the Future of Workplace Metrics With Machine Learning

When guided by theory and research, emerging data platforms and data science tools, such as machine learning, can reveal new insights about how to design effective workplaces.
October 18, 2022 | By Dr. Mike O'Neill
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Behind the G: The Importance of Design Technology

A group of graduates in the London and Birmingham offices spoke with members of our European Design Technology (DT) team about their roles, specific expertise, misconceptions related to design technology, and where the future of DT might take us.
October 13, 2022 | By Nadia Barakat
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The Airport of Choice

For those who elect to travel, having the ability to curate a custom airport journey based on individual needs and preferences could encourage people to return to the skies.
October 12, 2022 | By Ty Osbaugh
A man in a suit.

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

Francisco Gonzalez, co-managing director, Gensler Washington, D.C., discusses his career path, and the impact design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
October 12, 2022
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The Nth Space: Hybrid Work and the Future of Gas Stations

As we’re seeing with many workers, remote work doesn’t only mean working from home — it means working from anywhere. That’s one reason gas stations, with their abundance and strategic distribution across the urban landscape, are primed to be reconfigured as third places — new fixtures of our cities that offer a flexible and sustainable solution to building tomorrow’s workplace ecosystem.
October 11, 2022 | By Jordan Goldstein and Neil Brooker
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Gensler Voices: Ana Salazar on How Her Hispanic Heritage Ignited a Passion for Sustainability

Ana Salazar, design manager for Gensler Houston, chats about her upbringing in Monterrey, Mexico, her journey to Gensler, and how it all influences her current approach to design.
October 11, 2022
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Dual-Brand Hotel PIPs Create Design, Financial Opportunities

Hotel developers are interested in dual-brand Property Improvement Plans, which can bring market-driven properties back to financial viability faster than ground-up hotels.
October 03, 2022 | By Lori Mukoyama, Rick Fawell
A person sitting at a desk.

The Future of Office and Lab Space Has No Boundaries

As more life sciences companies aim for increased transparency for the sake of engagement, talent retention, and breakthrough innovation, the boundary between workplace and laboratory blurs.
September 26, 2022 | By Kenneth I. Fisher, Fran Noval
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Rethinking What Museums Can Do for Communities — and How We Design Them

With the right vision and design experience, museums can be spaces to both educate and entertain audiences in deeper ways, inspiring them to be stewards of our communities.
September 14, 2022 | By Robin Klehr Avia, Bevin Savage-Yamazaki, Hans Neubert
A man and a woman standing on a treadmill.

From Briefing to Experience, Designing Today’s Customer Experience Center

For many organizations, from technology, to finance, to sports teams, Customer Experience Centers (CECs) are the catalyst for developing and fostering customer relationships.
September 14, 2022 | By Natalie Engels
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A Future Vision of Workplace Metrics

New sources of data and workplace analytic tools will help us assess a “people-centric” workplace, using organizational outcomes as workplace performance KPIs.
September 12, 2022 | By Dr. Mike O'Neill
NEXT Lab Building of the Future.

The Carbon Innovations Hiding in Plain Sight

Gensler Global Co-Chair Diane Hoskins addresses the carbon footprint of concrete and explains how we’re pushing the concrete industry to reduce carbon emissions.
September 09, 2022 | By Diane Hoskins
Maars Living Walls M923.

Product Design Gets Redefined When Creating a Wall for All

Working with our client, we designed a demountable partition system that allows employees to easily restructure and repurpose the many open areas of an office.
September 01, 2022 | By Scott Star
A large building with a parking lot.

How the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s FAA Airport Terminals Program Will Impact U.S. Airports

Here’s how the first $1 billion in funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's FAA Airport Terminals Program is being used to improve the traveler experience — and how other airports can take advantage of these new opportunities.
August 30, 2022 | By Derrick Choi
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How Local Governments Are Transforming Green Building Policies — and How to Prepare

Here is a primer on where green building policies came from, what they mean, and where they’re likely to go in the future.
August 18, 2022 | By Emily Low and Abram Goodrich
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Embracing Senior Living in the Urban Mix

In the next 20 years, the over-65 population will double — as seniors make up more of our urban communities, we need to reconsider the role that active aging and senior living developments can play.
August 17, 2022 | By Michael Hendershot
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Together, EVs, AVs, and Multimodal Transportation Will Create More Vibrant Cities

We want the act of moving around our cities and communities to be convenient, quick, clean, accessible, and inclusive. So what does that look like, both today and in the years to come?
August 15, 2022 | By Andy Cohen
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The Future of Work Is Seasonal

Our lives are influenced by seasonal and cyclical events, so what if our work behaviors followed suit? We explore the possibilities of seasonal work.
August 09, 2022 | By Brian Stromquist, Louis Schump
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What Workplace Can Learn From Airports

The best airports put a hyper focus on the passenger experience, so what if we leveraged the same lessons from the best in aviation design to create a more seamless, equitable workplace experience?
August 08, 2022 | By Melissa Mizell
A group of people sitting at tables.

Are People the New Workplace Amenity?

Being with people may be the new workplace amenity — and a compelling reason to draw people back to the office for those that haven’t returned.
August 08, 2022 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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There’s No Place Like the Office: Infusing Hospitality Design Into the Workplace

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, we discuss the importance of infusing hospitality design into workplaces to turn offices into a destination, rather than an obligation.
August 05, 2022
The Hub on Causeway.

What Sports Venues Must Do to Be Tomorrow’s Cultural and Economic Anchors

We will soon see sports and entertainment venues designed to be seamlessly integrated into districts. For both renovations and new venues, outward-facing activation will be key.
August 03, 2022 | By Andrew Jacobs
A row of buildings with a pool.

The Housing Crisis: Finding Hope in Innovation

The pandemic exacerbating the housing crisis in many U.S. cities. For residential architects and designers to make a difference, we must embrace solutions like modular construction, adaptive reuse, and progressive legislation.
August 03, 2022 | By Holly Arnold
A group of people walking outside of a building.

How Affinity Districts Find Purpose in a Transactional World

Affinity districts offer an alternative to the purely transactional approach of selecting a place to live or work and herald a return to values-based urban design.
August 02, 2022 | By Nate Cherry, Christopher Rzomp
LinkedIn Omaha food hall.

How LinkedIn’s Omaha Headquarters Fosters Community and Equity

Designing a thoughtful brand experience is a powerful tool in building engagement and alignment between employee and purpose.
August 01, 2022 | By Janice Cavaliere
A building with a glass front.

Is Mass Timber the American South’s Best Kept Secret? Not for Long.

The southeast United States is emerging as a serious contender in the mass timber market, where several large-scale campus projects are poised to redefine sustainable architecture.
July 29, 2022 | By Katie Mesia, Vaki Mawema, Casey Farren
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Shopping Malls Are Dying — Here's How to Bring Them Back to Life

Malls are not necessarily dead; what’s changing is the expectation of what they should or could be.
July 27, 2022 | By Andrew Gallici
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How Brands Can Amplify a Purpose-Driven Culture

Purpose is a key factor in building a strong culture, driving success, and engaging employees. Here are three ways brands can create a purpose-driven culture.
July 27, 2022 | By Janice Cavaliere, Tana Hall
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Hybrid Retail: 6 Principles for Meaningful Customer Engagement

Physical retail is essential to building meaningful connections with customers, but a mindset shift is necessary. Here are six principles for retailers to better engage in an increasingly hybrid world.
July 26, 2022 | By Corey Dehus
A group of people in a library.

The Path Ahead: Leveraging Lessons for the Future of PreK-12 Learning

After more than two very challenging years for education, the question in front of us now is: what lessons have been learned about our children’s education and the role of schools in our communities?
July 21, 2022 | By Clay Jackson
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Product Design Gets Graphic: A Story of Life Safety

Many clients want custom glass graphics, but costs can be significant, and the process can take months. We partnered with a trusted manufacturer on a prepackaged program to offer a practical and convenient solution.
July 21, 2022 | By Scott Star
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How Inside-Out Design Can Boost the Cultural Experience

Designing spaces that are meant for the public requires a different approach — one that is bespoke, transparent, and equitable.
July 14, 2022 | By Bevin Savage-Yamazaki, Brian Nicodemus
A woman sitting at a table.

What Senior Living Has to Say about Health and Well-Being in Design

Senior living design prioritizes health and well-being and forces us to think deeply about the experience of the end user without taking their abilities for granted.
July 13, 2022 | By Tama Duffy Day
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4 Strategies for Amplifying Health and Well-being in Residence Halls

Gensler’s design for an on-campus housing project for CSULB takes a holistic approach to sustainability, focusing on student health, well-being, and equity.
July 13, 2022 | By Heidi Hampton and Donna Barry
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Redefining Learning for the 21st Century

Right now, we have the perfect opportunity to reassess the learning process and take a broader view of what it means to be a learner in the post-pandemic age.
July 12, 2022 | By Richard Jacob
A group of people in a room.

Why It’s Time to Demand More From Our Workplace Experience

Here are 10 considerations for reimagining the workplace to deliver more from technology, be bold on resilience, and enhance our humanity, health, and communities.
July 11, 2022 | By Elizabeth Brink, Natalie Engels, J. Kevin Heinly, Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Driving Inclusivity in Digital Content

We engaged diverse content creators to explore the topic of inclusivity and help shape perspective on how we can evolve both the way we work, and the work itself.
July 07, 2022 | By Nick Hubbard, Sarah DiLeo, and Bonnie Reese
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A YMCA Facility Reconceptualized to Prioritize Wellness and Community

As a facility that had to be reconceptualized and designed during the pandemic, the Holcomb Family YMCA in Spring, Texas is designed to help members maintain healthy lifestyles and stay connected with the community.
July 07, 2022 | By Tiger Lyon
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Behind the G: Approaches to Leadership

Behind the G is an opportunity for graduates in the London and Birmingham offices to meet and learn about the people at Gensler, the practice, and its culture
June 27, 2022 | By Sharaye Campbell, Ethan Kitto, Tobi Sobowale, and Fanis Violentis <br />Illustrations by Ethan Kitto
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3 Steps for Setting the Stage for a Successful Hybrid Meeting

With hybrid work now a fixture of our professional lives, here are some best practices for creating a more seamless, effective hybrid meeting experience.
June 23, 2022 | By Bonnie Reese
A building with a large glass front.

Houston’s First Innovation District Is Established With an Adaptive Reuse Approach

Reimagined to include Class A office space, shared workspace, classrooms, a lab, and maker space, the Ion launches a new, community-centered nucleus of innovation.
June 22, 2022 | By Vince Flickinger
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3 Considerations for Rethinking NYC Office Buildings

With outdated properties seeing higher vacancy rates and less interest in leasing activity, here are three considerations to rethink the potential of New York City office buildings.
June 21, 2022 | By Joseph Lauro
NVIDIA headquarters outdoor seating

5 Ways ESG Can Influence Design and Create Opportunities

Here’s how we’re expanding our understanding of ESG metrics so we can tangibly quantify the positive impacts design innovations can bring.
June 15, 2022 | By Stacey Olson, Anthony Brower, and Audrey Handelman
A group of people walking around a city.

Revitalizing Stranded Assets to Build Vibrant Suburban Districts

With recent shifts toward suburban areas, civic leaders and real estate developers have an opportunity to create synergistic communities beyond urban downtowns that offer places to live, work, and play.
June 14, 2022 | By Joseph Brancato
A man walking up stairs to a building.

Climate Disclosure Mandates Will Irreversibly Transform Real Estate — and Supercharge the Low-Carbon Market

It has become clear that investors, driven by tenant demand and regulations, will be the force pushing the decarbonization of commercial real estate.
June 13, 2022 | By Diane Hoskins
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A Framework for Fostering Climate Resilience and Preparedness in the Built Environment

Within Gensler's U.S. Climate Action Survey 2022, we introduce a new roadmap for climate action through design that is anchored by four pillars: environment, economy, experience, and equity.
June 10, 2022 | By Rives Taylor, Anita Grabowska
A street with cars and buildings.

What Gensler’s 2022 City Pulse Survey Says About Hybrid Work and Urban Life

Findings from Gensler’s Spring 2022 City Pulse Survey show that people with remote work arrangements still tend to prefer city living — and that supporting flexible and hybrid work strategies at the city level is an opportunity to catalyze the rebirth of our downtowns and neighborhoods.
June 09, 2022 | By Sofia Song, Stella Donovan
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Labs and Sciences: Consider This for Adaptive Reuse

The lab and life sciences industry is seeing a spike in interest from real estate investors, but this specialized industry brings its own unique real estate considerations.
June 08, 2022
A building with cars parked outside.

5 Strategies for Converting Retail and Office Space into Ambulatory Surgery Centers

Here are five strategies to convert vacant or underutilized retail and office properties into outpatient care facilities that support a positive and efficient experience for both patients and staff.
June 07, 2022 | By Amy Carter and Susan Sakiyabu
A row of wooden doors.

Product Design Takes a Bathroom Break

Hygiene enhancement is a cardinal objective when designing most products intended for public restrooms, but it’s not the only way to bolster end user confidence and comfort.
June 06, 2022 | By Scott Star
A large building with a glass dome.

The Impacts of Affordability, Remote Work, and Personal Safety on Urban Life

How are factors like affordability, remote work opportunities, and personal safety affecting people’s attitudes towards urban life? Gensler’s Spring 2022 City Pulse Survey examines how cities can meet the needs of all residents, now and in the future.
June 01, 2022 | By Sofia Song
A person walking in a server room.

Living (and Thriving) at the Edge of Technology

Edge computing can improve performance, reduce costs, and help fuel the growth of next-generation technologies and applications.
May 27, 2022 | By Brion Sargent
A city street with tall buildings.

How Willis Tower’s Repositioning Is Unlocking New Value and Reenergizing Chicago

Gensler’s Todd Heiser and Michael Townsend discuss “creating a building that is not about work, but about life” at Willis Tower — a 2022 Winner of AIA Chicago’s prestigious Design Excellence Awards.
May 26, 2022
A park with tall buildings in the background.

How an Iconic Houston Park Helped Spark the Development of Downtown

The creation of parks and access to the outdoors has singlehandedly changed the way downtown Houston is accessed and utilized.
May 26, 2022 | By Maria Perez
A group of people in a city.

Mixed Use, Public Space, and the Future of Central Business Districts

With an influx of people to the suburbs and hybrid work here to stay, how do Central Business Districts reinvent themselves? Our research sheds light on the key characteristics residents want from cities and CBDs.
May 23, 2022 | By Kevin Turner
A person standing in a room with tables and chairs.

How to Make Your Office an Experience Multiplier

The new office must be an experience multiplier, a destination rather than an obligation. But how do you create that kind of place? Here are six strategies to make it happen.
May 17, 2022 | By Andy Cohen
A city with many buildings.

How the Intersection of Architecture and Mobility Will Shape the Cities of Tomorrow

Recognizing a shared interest in solving complex urban mobility challenges, BMW Designworks and Gensler came together to explore a new range of design ideas for urban living in a project called Architecture X Mobility.
May 16, 2022 | By Jordan Goldstein and Neil Brooker
People walking on a sidewalk.

If Rush Hour Goes Away, How Should Public Transit Adapt?

A successful future for public transportation is likely to consist of highly fluid service that supports more trips throughout the typical day than just the daily commute.
May 12, 2022 | By Christopher Rzomp
A group of people sitting at tables in a room with a large screen.

Building a Better Academic Workplace

The 1,000-year-old academic workplace might finally have reached its breaking point — here’s how to reengineer it in a smarter way.
May 10, 2022 | By David Craig, Melany Park
theMART Chicago building exterior

The Evolution of an Icon: Creating a New Experience at theMART

An inside look at theMART’s evolution as it takes on a new relevance to best serve the design and business communities of Chicago and beyond.
May 05, 2022 | By Todd Heiser, Lily Diego
Gensler Miami office interior.

Hybrid Is Here to Stay: 5 Considerations for Creating a Better Hybrid Experience

Here are five reasons why hybrid work is here to stay, including design implications for creating compelling, people-centric hybrid experiences.
May 02, 2022 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
Shape.

How Emerging New Workplace Realities Will Drive Corporate Real Estate Strategies

Coupled with Gensler’s workplace research, our survey of CRE executives offers valuable insights on return to office timing, the long-term impact on corporate real estate footprints, employer policies, and more.
April 29, 2022 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
People sitting at tables in a room.

3 Key Strategies to Build Your Brand and Culture in a Reimagined Future

Here are three key drivers of change and areas of focus for brands to reset and realign with people’s needs in a changing world.
April 29, 2022 | By Jennifer Hamilton
A building with a lawn and people walking around.

Preparing for a Resilient Future Through Climate Action

Gensler’s Co-CEOs discuss how research-based design strategies can help cities and communities adapt to the changing climate.
April 27, 2022 | By Andy Cohen, Diane Hoskins
A group of buildings with a road in front of them.

Cultivating a Food Resilient Future

Our research on food resilience started out with the focus on rethinking urban agriculture, identifying 12 opportunity areas where urban farms can be integrated into our cities.
April 27, 2022 | By JinXi Ng
A room with a tv and chairs.

The Case for Mass Timber: How First United Bank Is Creating a More Sustainable Future

Gensler’s design for several First United Bank projects in Texas and Oklahoma highlight the potential of mass timber as a sustainable, low-carbon material.
April 26, 2022 | By Taylor Coleman
A group of people outside a building.

Designing an Innovation District for the City of Austin

Austin’s Innovation District unites education, entertainment, leisure, and sports. This type of urban, mixed-use center brings in new business and diverse populations, while enhancing the culture of a city.
April 25, 2022 | By Todd Runkle
A person walking up a flight of stairs in a park.

Why Designing for Climate Action and Sustainability Is an Imperative

We sat down with the global leaders of Gensler’s Climate Action & Sustainability practice to discuss what’s next for climate action and sustainable design.
April 19, 2022 | By Kirsten Ritchie and Anthony Brower
A group of people sitting at a table designed for inclusivity.

Inclusive Product Design: Everyone Has a Seat at the Table

With careful planning and thoughtful design, the conference room experience will be seamless for all users, and everyone will get the most out of the space.
April 15, 2022 | By Scott Star
A group of people walking around a building.

Built to Last: Improving Our Airports With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law criteria for next-gen air traffic control towers and terminals, we’re reminded that sustainable buildings should be built to last.
April 15, 2022 | By Derrick Choi
A wooden ceiling with a glass door.

The Next Phase for Climate Action: An Embodied Carbon Revolution

We are working to influence the building industry by sparking demand for sustainable building materials to improve the resilience of global supply chains.
April 14, 2022 | By Andy Cohen
Aerial view of a campus.

How the Building Industry Can Respond to the Terrible, No-Good, Very-Bad IPCC Report

The solutions we must embrace are not aimed at the 1% of iconic sustainable buildings, but rather they are intended to help us return to basic strategies across 99% of existing and future developments.
April 14, 2022 | By Anthony Brower
A man wearing glasses.

Gensler Voices: Joseph Joseph on Creating a Career in Digital Innovation

Joseph Joseph, Gensler’s global director of Design Technology, discusses how his identity and background have influenced his career path, and how diversity is built into the firm's culture.
April 11, 2022
A building with glass windows.

Oakland’s Office Space Resurgence: Stitching the Old With the New for a Resilient Future

Oakland is continuing to transform its downtown urban core with a series of historic commercial building renovations that are driving a resurgence for creative office space and civic life.
April 08, 2022 | By Manan Shah
A building with glass windows.

5 Ways to Rethink the Future of Residential Development and Design

Gensler’s Residential Experience Index unpacks what makes a great living experience. Here are five key findings that demonstrate how we’re rethinking the future of residential development.
April 06, 2022 | By Michelle DeCurtis, Kyle Sellers
A building with glass windows.

Net Zero Design Is the Key to Building a Resilient, Post-Pandemic Future

As we re-envision the way that buildings, developments, and even cities promote health, we must reimagine how the built environment supports the long-term resilience of our communities, livelihoods, and resources.
April 04, 2022 | By Andy Cohen
A building with glass walls.

How Inclusive Design Supports Resilience and Climate Preparedness

We have an opportunity to design places that are inclusive, promote resilience, and make preparedness more accessible in the face of climate change events.
April 01, 2022 | By Gail Napell
A room with chairs and tables.

Visualizing Workplace Social Networks in Order to Drive Better Real Estate Decisions

Organizational network analysis (ONA) is an objective tool that can be used to understand how ideas and information flow among people in an organization. Here’s how we’re visualizing communication patterns to help drive better decisions about workplace real estate.
March 30, 2022 | By Nadia Volchansky and Amin Mojtahedi
A person walking with a bicycle.

Understanding Supply Chain Challenges and Opportunities in Design and Construction

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, project management and technical experts offer insights and suggestions for making the design and construction process as smooth as possible.
March 22, 2022
A group of people on a bridge.

The Future of the 20-Minute City

The “20-minute city” fosters connectivity to everyday resources by design. By designing through an ESG lens, we can create healthy, walkable communities for everyone.
March 21, 2022 | By Stacey Olson
Hands holding a globe.

Product Design With the World in Mind: Just What the Doctor Ordered

As one of the largest specifiers of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), many of our product design clients are asking for our reporting requirements for embodied carbon in order to be more responsive to project needs.
March 18, 2022 | By Scott Star and David Briefel
A high angle view of a building.

To Reinvigorate Downtown Cores, Developers Should Adopt a Mixed-Use Mindset

To retain and attract post-pandemic tenants in urban cores, developers will need to adopt a mixed-use mindset, with a focus on the human experience first.
March 17, 2022 | By Dean Strombom
A group of people in a room.

What the Workplace Sector Can Learn From Retail’s 20+ Years of Designing Hybrid Experiences

In an increasingly hybrid world, offices, retail stores, and other physical places need to bring people together and create community. Here are four lessons that the office sector can leverage from retail.
March 15, 2022 | By Lara Marrero
TK Elevator North America Regional Business Support Center aerial shot

How TK Elevator’s New Workplace Spurs Connectivity Through Experiential Design

TK Elevator’s North America Regional Business Support Center merges experiential design with interactive spaces to achieve brand awareness and amplify community connection.
March 15, 2022 | By Debora Novarini, Jerry Alexander
A group of tall buildings.

Modular by Design: The Promise of Prefab for Expressive Design

Designers are pushing the perceived limits of modular construction to build efficiently and safely while preserving time, cost, and materials. Explore prefab modular design for residential high-rises in Los Angeles.
March 11, 2022 | By J.T. Theeuwes
Diagram, engineering drawing.

3 Guidelines for Making Hybrid Meetings Work for You

For hybrid meetings to work, meeting formats shouldn’t just be an afterthought; to achieve an effective hybrid engagement for everyone, we need the right setup, the right facilitation, and the right purpose.
March 10, 2022 | By Priscilla Teh
People sitting at tables in a large room with windows and a large glass ceiling.

Understanding Changes in Project Costs Is Crucial to Designing Great Workplaces

For workplace developers, designers, and tenants who are rethinking the office in response to new ways of working, today’s cost challenges are particularly acute. Gensler’s 2022 U.S. Workplace Interiors Insights Report offers a deep look into today’s dynamic cost conditions, providing a path toward meaningful and actionable measures.
March 09, 2022 | By Andrew Starr
A group of people in a room.

Design Strategies for Transitioning Back to Reopening

Across many parts of the globe, we are seeing mask and vaccine mandates being lifted. All this signals positive news for individuals and companies looking to get back to something resembling life in 2019.
March 08, 2022 | By Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen
People walking on a sidewalk.

Adaptive Reuse Brings New Vibrancy to Silicon Valley’s State Street Market

Adaptive reuse was a critical sustainable design strategy in designing the new State Street Market in Los Altos, California, transforming a dormant building into a vibrant community hub.
March 07, 2022 | By Brian Corbett
Aerial view of a city.

Reimagining Mass Housing Developments in Sub-Saharan Africa Through a Circular Cities Lens

For future African cities to be global magnets and domestic havens, it will be necessary to approach mass housing with a more resilient, regenerative, and circular mindset.
March 01, 2022 | By Tony Okoye, Carlos Cubillos
A group of people sitting on a bench in front of a colorful wall.

Leveraging Corporate Partnerships to Color Our Communities

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, we explore the power of corporate partnerships and youth development programming in strengthening support for our communities.
February 28, 2022
People walking on a walkway.

Multiuse, Connected, and Resilient Buildings Will Win Tomorrow’s Tenants

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange, design and development experts discuss how buildings can stand out and be more resilient in today’s competitive market.
February 25, 2022
Diagram, schematic.

Why the New Workplace Ecosystem Is Key to the Future of Work

As we think about the future of work, consider a new workplace ecosystem — a Swiss Army knife approach to choosing the whole suite of places and spaces that provide the best environment for the work at hand.
February 24, 2022 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A group of people sitting at tables.

New Gensler Workplace Survey Findings: Employee Expectations for Future Office Design and Culture

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, Gensler workplace experts share key findings from Gensler’s latest U.S. Workplace Survey and offer insights for a more meaningful future of work.
February 23, 2022
People walking inside a building.

3 Lessons From Today’s Students That Will Shape the Future Workplace

Coupling findings from Gensler’s Workplace Survey and Education Engagement Index research, we’ve identified three key findings that the future workplace cannot ignore.
February 22, 2022 | By Patricia Nobre, Erin Cubbison, Meghan Webster, Janet Pogue McLaurin
A man wearing glasses.

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

We sat down with Eric Knowles, technical designer, Gensler Charlotte, to ask him about his career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
February 18, 2022
A person smiling for the camera.

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

We asked Heidi Davis, HR Director, Gensler’s North Central Region, to reflect on her career journey and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
February 16, 2022
LinkedIn Omaha open collaboration space

A Workplace Designed for Trust and Empowerment

As the first new workplace designed to fully align with LinkedIn’s future vision, the company's Omaha, Nebraska offices point the way to what a fully dynamic, hybrid work environment looks like.
February 15, 2022 | By Randy Howder
A group of people walking on a sidewalk next to a ferris wheel.

Innovation Districts, Affinity Districts, and the City of the Future

Here's how innovation is happening at a variety of scales, from affinity districts, to innovation districts, across cities.
February 14, 2022 | Q&A with Dan Van Leeuwen, Sofia Song, and Steve Wilson
A building with flags on the roof.

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

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, we explore how museums are adapting to changing visitor expectations in an increasingly digital world.
February 09, 2022 | By Bevin Savage-Yamazaki
A few people in a room.

Using Design Technology to Evolve Outpatient Healthcare Delivery

As providers assess the future of outpatient facilities, they can enhance data-driven design journeys with gFloorz 2.0, a computational product by Gensler.
February 08, 2022 | By Joseph Joseph and Scot Latimer
People walking on a sidewalk.

The Key Elements of Successful Innovation Districts

What are the core fundamentals of innovation districts, and what makes them successful? People, place, and partnerships are key.
February 07, 2022 | Q&A with Alice Davis and Imran Aukhil
People walking on a bridge.

A Resilient Office Is an Occupied Office

In order to thrive, our downtown cores and buildings need to become more resilient, adaptable, and multiuse — considering efficient use of space and time as valuable factors in the resilience equation.
February 03, 2022 | By Astrid Hugo, Luke Askwith, Marta de Prisco
A large building with a glass front.

The Future of ESG in Architecture

A team at Gensler is changing the challenge of measuring the impact of ESG goals by developing design guidance and strategy to add clarity and specificity to ESG metrics.
February 02, 2022 | By Stacey Olson, Anthony Brower, and Audrey Handelman
A person sitting on a couch.

Unlocking Workplace Purpose Starts With Self-Awareness

Companies that are making the most successful decisions about their workplaces are not following a prescriptive method or imitating others. They are doing what is right for them, responding to the specific needs of their business and employees.
February 01, 2022 | By Corina Ocanto
A building with glass windows.

The Lab Building of the Future is NEXT

The traditional method of designing new science buildings needs to evolve from what the building looks like, to how it needs to be optimized for each tenant.
January 25, 2022 | By Chad Yoshinobu
A road with cars and a building.

Designing an Equitable and Connected Airport Experience for Every Traveler

In this episode of the Gensler Design Exchange podcast, four Gensler aviation industry experts explore how the pandemic has introduced airport design innovations in health, wellness, technology, and equity.
January 24, 2022
A group of people sitting on the grass reading books.

Learning From Home: 3 Key Lessons for the Future of PreK-12 Learning

How can the experience of working, parenting, teaching, and learning from home inform opportunities for future learning environments? Here are three key insights.
January 18, 2022 | By Clay Jackson, Kathryn Decker, Tommy Walborn
A couple of men sitting at a table in a room with a large glass wall and a large.

Product Design ‘Cleans Up’ and Office Hygiene Gets a Boost

As COVID-related office hygiene and cleaning protocols play a role in the return to the office, Gensler’s Product Development practice has a range of initiatives to help organizations take office hygiene to the next level.
January 10, 2022 | By Scott Star
A group of people in a room.

How Are Companies and Employees Planning for the Future of the Office?

Amid a constantly evolving pandemic, how are companies and employees planning for a return to the office? Gensler's workplace survey research offers some insights.
January 06, 2022 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin, Stephanie Benkert
Graphical user interface.

Recruiting Robotics Against Climate Change

As part of the Department of Energy’s E-ROBOT initiative, we teamed up with a group of roboticists and builders to develop a flexible new tool and data platform that can streamline and simplify adaptive reuse and retrofit projects.
January 05, 2022 | By Anirudh Dhawan and Alfonso Hernandez
A few people in an office.

Why Is the Outlook on Telehealth So Complicated?

Telehealth was at the forefront of healthcare consults during the pandemic, but we’re not hearing enough on lessons learned. We have crucial questions that need answering but the experiment is still unfolding.
December 22, 2021 | By Nicholas Watkins, Ph.D. and Kyle Sellers
A group of people in white outfits walking in a hallway with flags.

Using Technology to Help Solve Persistent Accessibility Problems in Public Transit

For the millions of people with visual, cognitive, or mobility challenges, accessing stations via elevators or even physically boarding a train or bus are daily concerns.
December 21, 2021 | By Christopher Rzomp
A large building with many windows.

Real Estate Repositioning Priorities for Relevance and Purpose in a Changing World

The principles of flexibility, adaptability, and well-being are becoming vital in the attraction of future tenants and their employees, who will demand more balanced ways of working and living. Here are our 10 core principles that drive our work on repositioning and reuse projects.
December 21, 2021 | By Harry Cliffe Roberts and Alex Fuente
A group of people walking around a building.

Trends Shaping the Future of Mixed Use and Retail Centers

Mixed use spaces are in demand because mixed use provides flexibility, diversity, and a range of experiences. So, what’s next for mixed-use developments?
December 20, 2021 | By J.F. Finn, III, Beatriz De Paz
BMO Stadium terrace.

The Trends Redefining Sports Venues in 2022 and Beyond

Every fan coming to the game expects a higher level of experience. So, how can sports venue design enhance the spectator experience?
December 20, 2021 | By Ryan Sickman
A group of people walking around a park in front of a large building.

3 Trends That Are Here to Stay in 2022

In January, Gensler will release Design Forecast 2022 — here is a preview of a few design trends we anticipate rising to the fore in 2022.
December 17, 2021 | By Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen
A group of people sitting at tables.

Year in Review: Top 5 Topics of 2021

Throughout the year, we explored the responsibility we have as an industry to ensure the future health and safety of our cities and communities through the power of design. Here are our five biggest trends and topics from a year of rebuilding and reconnection.
December 16, 2021
A person in a dress standing next to a person in a dress.

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

Birth centers can level the playing field for low-income women and women of color. Community of Hope offers health services regardless of one’s ability to pay.
December 13, 2021 | By Bonny Slater
A group of people sitting in chairs outside a building.

What Urban Residents Say About COVID Variants, Wellness, and Cities

As the pandemic continues to evolve, what does the future of cities look like? Our City Pulse Survey offers some insights.
December 10, 2021 | By Sofia Song, Stephanie Benkert
A group of people standing next to a counter with food on it.

How Hospitality Can Revamp Financial Services and Professional Services Firms

With hospitality-inspired workplace design, financial firms can create a purpose-driven space that empowers employees, nurtures client relationships, and provides a competitive edge for attracting talent.
December 07, 2021 | By Siobhan Barry, Anna Crittenden
Gensler Miami office

A Living Lab: Our Experience Designing Gensler Miami’s New Hybrid Office

Gensler Miami’s new hybrid office eschews traditional workplace planning methods to create an office space crafted around purpose and engagement.
December 07, 2021 | By Corina Ocanto
A warehouse with many boxes.

Distribution Center Design and Last-Mile Logistics

Here are five considerations for setting up a successful logistics center that will meet the challenges in last-mile delivery.
December 03, 2021 | By Brion Sargent, Rick Ferrara
People walking inside a building.

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

For companies who are looking to compete in the war for talent by delivering a positive employee experience, inclusive design is a critical consideration.
December 02, 2021 | By Gail Napell
A city skyline at night.

Cities Are Rebounding, But Their Relationship With Residents Is Changing

For the first time since we began surveying global city residents in May 2020 — during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic — living satisfaction is finally on the rise.
December 01, 2021 | By Sofia Song, Stephanie Benkert
A large group of boats in a harbor.

Delivering the Future at Pittsburgh International Airport

COVID-19 exposed the need to think about air terminals differently. New expectations and needs for airports mean they will evolve into multifaceted centers of activity for passengers, aviation staff, and the community at large.
November 30, 2021 | By Ty Osbaugh
A person walking on a bridge.

How the New SFO Terminal Reflects the Needs of Travelers Post-Pandemic

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Terminal 1 was undergoing a transformation long before COVID-19, including enhancements designed to improve the passenger experience.
November 29, 2021 | By Ryan Fetters and Scott Dunlap
A person pointing at a screen.

Why Digital Transformation Is Critical for Retailers to Remain Relevant

Here are three key adaptations for retailers to embrace digital transformation and understand customer experience expectations, in-store adaptations, and digital engagement.
November 23, 2021 | By Ryan Kellogg
A group of people in a room.

Unlocking What’s Next for Consumer Experiences

What are the future opportunities that brands should consider when designing retail and consumer experiences? We asked our retail leaders to share insights.
November 23, 2021 | By Lara Marrero, Aaron Birney, and voices from Gensler's Global Consumer Experiences & Retail team
A group of people in a room with tables and chairs.

How Social Interactions Will Drive Retail Forward

The new retail environment will require an integrated design approach that will spark the social interactions we seek. Here are three key space considerations to support this.
November 22, 2021 | By Michael Gatti, Joseph Fulco
A group of people playing on a playground.

From Parklets to Placemaking: Reimagining the Future of San Antonio

Parklets and other temporary design explorations can lead to more permanent solutions for creative placemaking, as well as increased pedestrian engagement and well-being in urban landscapes.
November 12, 2021 | By Dick Lew, Jonathan Olvera
A person standing at a desk.

5 Trends CRE Leaders Can Use to Reimagine a New Workplace Reality

Here are five trends commercial real estate leaders are evaluating to drive business performance, innovation, and employee engagement.
November 07, 2021 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin, Natalie Engels
A person sitting in a chair in a large room with a large glass wall and a large glass.

How Companies Are Using the Office to Transition to the New Reality

By giving employees the power to tailor their own experience, we can create an office that’s ready for multiple futures.
November 05, 2021 | By Robin Klehr Avia
People walking down a flight of stairs.

The Future of Work Is Flexible

What does the future of work look like? If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that the future is flexible, and we must stay nimble so we can adapt to constantly evolving community conditions.
November 04, 2021 | By Amanda Carroll, Rocco Giannetti
A group of people in a room.

Navigating the Circular Economy: How Reusing Materials Saves Costs and Lowers Embodied Carbon

Here’s how companies can proactively decrease the carbon associated with materials in a building’s lifecycle and reduce debris and waste going into landfills.
November 03, 2021 | By Marcus Hopper
An aerial view of a city.

Fighting Climate Injustice: 10 Strategies for Action

Gensler and the American Institute of Architects are both committed to an ambitious agenda in the fight against climate change. Climate justice refines that approach to ensure that no one community is unfairly impacted by the burden of climate change.
November 03, 2021 | By Anthony Brower
A building with tables and chairs outside.

The Case for Adaptive Reuse: How The Link Drives Sustainable Design Strategies in Downtown Denver

We transformed a 1960s-era telecom office tower into a creative, modern, mixed-use office building at a fraction of the embodied carbon cost compared to building new.
November 01, 2021 | By Alex Garrison
A building with a lot of windows.

The Morphable Office: Envisioning the Future of the Office Through an ESG Lens

What does the future office building look like? Gensler’s “Morphable Office” concept draws people back to the office and also addresses equity and climate change.
October 29, 2021 | By Darrel Fullbright and Duncan Lyons
People looking at a display.

Why Physical Brand Experiences Are More Effective

By manifesting a brand’s vision and values within the workplace, employees understand the company’s soul, connect with its purpose, and become its champions.
October 28, 2021 | By Scott Hickman, Laura Gralnick
A large wooden structure.

Now Is the Time to Reinvest in Local Materials

COVID-19 could force us to improve construction’s supply chain impact.
October 26, 2021 | By Rives Taylor
A group of people outside a building.

Campus Masterplan 2.0: Including an Integrated Wellness Strategy

By creating a network of engagements and reinforcements throughout a student’s daily journey, academic institutions can normalize wellness and shift it from a place to go, to a state of mind.
October 26, 2021 | By Cindy Coleman
A room with a few people and a large display of electronic devices.

Designing Performance Centers to Promote Well-being for Athletes

The sports industry has shifted beyond pure training facilities to establish athletic performance centers for “total performance” with spaces that support conditioning, treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation.
October 21, 2021 | By Jonalyn Abraham
People in a room with a large screen.

How Younger Workers’ Preferences and Workstyles Will Define the Future Workplace

The preferences and workstyles of our younger workers will increasingly define the future of the workplace for everyone. How will this impact how we work? We uncovered some distinct generational differences for how generations prefer to work and how they value the office differently.
October 07, 2021 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A building with glass windows.

The Future of Residential Design Must Balance Affordability, Satisfaction, and Experience

Among the factors impacting people’s decisions about where to live, what matters most? Gensler’s Residential Experience Index seeks to understand residents’ perspectives and uncover the factors driving housing satisfaction.
October 06, 2021 | By Leigh Cowan, Michelle DeCurtis, Rebecca Luong
One Westside Pavilion creative office campus rendering

Stranded Assets: Realizing the Potential of Old Malls and Abandoned Office Parks

How can designers transform these properties into destinations that have environmental, social, and economic benefits?
October 06, 2021 | By Joseph Brancato
A building with a glass front.

Charting a Better Course for Senior Living

We want seniors’ years to be imbued with activity, purpose, and interpersonal connection. Here are four principles to help us create that future.
October 05, 2021 | By Tama Duffy Day
A high angle view of a swimming pool.

Hospitality’s Growing Influence on Mid- to High-End Residential Design

Here are five hospitality-inspired approaches for residential developers and designers to remain competitive and offer consumers complementary services that enhance their living experience.
October 04, 2021 | By Gabriel Diaz
A woman smiling for the camera.

Gensler Voices: Deysy Cruz Escobar on Why Underrepresented Communities Should Have a Voice in Design

We sat down with Deysy Cruz Escobar, technical designer, Gensler Atlanta, to ask her about her career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
October 01, 2021
A man wearing glasses.

Gensler Voices: Alex Fernández on the Art of Drawing to Envision a Better Future

We sat down with Alex Fernandez, design director, Gensler Boston, to ask him about his career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
September 29, 2021
Diagram.

The Future of Live Music Venues

After analyzing pre-COVID trends, the industry’s pandemic response, and projections of post-vaccine preferences, we’ve identified six design and programmatic modifications that guide the development of the ideal music venue.
September 28, 2021 | By Kai Westermark and Stella Donovan
A sign in a terminal.

High-Tech, Low-Touch: Renavigating the Airport Customer Journey

Long airport lines aren’t just an inconvenience — they erode passenger confidence. Now, airports must reinvent themselves for a more seamless curb-to-gate journey.
September 28, 2021 | By Derrick Choi and Ryan Kellogg
A building with a person riding a bicycle.

Beyond the Lab Module: What Scientists Want From New-Age Lab Buildings

We interviewed four scientists with varied fields of research about their workplace experiences to learn how designers can create environments that meet their expectations and needs — as well as support their new ways of working.
September 27, 2021 | By Dayita Kumar, Erik Lustgarten
A person and a child sitting at a table outside a building.

Rethinking Longevity in an Age-Inclusive World

Design plays a key role in keeping older adults safe, connected, and engaged in their community. These strategies for reimagining longevity in an age-inclusive world cater to diverse needs and lifestyles of older adults.
September 23, 2021 | By Tama Duffy Day and Lester Yuen
A group of people in a room.

3 Ways to Rethink the Outpatient Healthcare Experience

A variety of outpatient care options are fast becoming an integral part of today’s health system. We’ve delivered a study on outpatient care — here’s how we’re approaching things differently.
September 21, 2021 | By Nicholas Watkins, Ph.D. and Kyle Sellers
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Gensler Voices: María José Tasada on How People and Culture Drive Design

We sat down with María José Tasada, project architect, Gensler Chicago, to ask her about her career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
September 20, 2021
A group of people sitting at tables.

Here’s Why Employees at Top-Performing Companies Need the Office

Top-performing companies support flexibility and encourage remote work, but they also value the role of the physical workplace to bring their talent together to achieve great results.
September 14, 2021 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A building with glass windows.

Designing a Workplace That Optimizes for Movement and Mobility

What would an office building that puts movement front and center be like? A new headquarters building designed for the American Physical Therapy Association explores that idea.
September 10, 2021 | By Abram Goodrich, Christian Amolsch, and Shelly Mrstik
A group of people walking around a large building.

How to Create a Vibrant, Inclusive New City: The Story of Tysons, Virginia

Tysons, Virginia has a particular form of urbanism, one that simply isn’t replicated anywhere else. It has an uncommon diversity that goes beyond the surface level, and an inclusive architecture that sets a stage where life can be lived in a distinctly Tysons way.
September 08, 2021 | By Tony Okoye
People sitting on couches outside a building.

Why Top-Performing Companies Are More Likely to Increase Their Real Estate Footprint Post-COVID

Even though delta changed the timeline, workers around the world still place a great deal of value in the physical workplace — and our newest data from the U.S. shows that people at the top performing companies in particular value the physical workplace and look forward to resuming in-person work.
September 07, 2021 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A building with a large stained glass window.

How AT&T’s Discovery District Is Transforming Dallas’ Urban Core

By creating an immersive, mixed-use destination, the AT&T Discovery District reimagines the headquarters as a magnetic new public space, while breathing new life into Dallas’ downtown core.
August 31, 2021 | By Dana Hamdan
People sitting outside a building.

Three International Lessons for U.S. Workplace Well-being

As organizations across the globe grapple with questions around the return to the workplace, figuring out how to adapt an organization’s culture is paramount.
August 27, 2021
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New Design and Infrastructure Projects Are Unlocking the Northeast Rail Corridor

Investing in the Northeast Corridor — the most traveled rail corridor in North America — could unlock the East Coast’s full potential.
August 24, 2021 | By Christopher Rzomp
Aerial view of a large building.

4 Ways Electric Mobility Will Reshape Our Cities

In the past few years, we've hit a tipping point for electric mobility. But the real game-changing story is largely being overlooked: electric vehicles have the potential to dramatically reshape our cities.
August 24, 2021 | By Dylan Jones
A group of people in a room.

A Pandemic-Conscious Blueprint for Architecture

How uniform standards applied across the built environment can protect our communities from COVID-19 and future pandemics.
August 17, 2021 | By Madeline Burke-Vigeland, Dr. Benjamin A. Miko
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Lessons From India: 4 Interventions to Inform the Future Workplace

Gensler’s India Return to Work Survey 2021 reveals that workers in India are embracing a hybrid work model — but they face unique challenges and opportunities.
August 12, 2021 | By Shravan Bendapudi, Smita Gupta
Engineering drawing.

Meet the New 9-to-5: An Enhanced Approach to Hybrid Work

As we plot our returns to the workplace, there’s a need to craft new routines that address the new behaviors that we’ve honed in our remote work experiences.
August 11, 2021 | By Brian Stromquist
A person sitting at a desk in an office.

Five Considerations for the New Lab of the Future

We have an opportunity to design a new kind of lab environment — one where ideation and innovation take center stage.
August 10, 2021 | By Paul Wilhelms
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Why Circular Cities Play a Critical Role in Restoring Ecologies

To address pressing global challenges such as climate change, we must take a more regenerative, resilient approach to planning and developing our cities — one that is less linear, and more circular.
August 03, 2021 | By Carlos Cubillos, Daquan Zhou
A room with a couch and chairs.

4 Emerging Patterns About Hybrid Work and the Future of the Office

As workers around the world continue to experiment with how and where they work in the face of ongoing uncertainty, Gensler's global Workplace Surveys uncover some universal truths and patterns about the hybrid future of work.
July 27, 2021 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Gensler Voices: Maddy Crippen Shares an Athlete’s Perspective on the Olympic Venue Experience

We sat down with Maddy Crippen, Southeast regional marketing director, to ask about her experiences at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, and the Olympic venue experience from the athlete’s perspective.
July 26, 2021
Q2 Stadium exterior rendering.

Q2 Stadium Celebrates Austin’s Local Roots With a Unique Stadium Design

Austin’s Q2 Stadium is a 365-day destination and community asset that capitalizes on the city’s cultural heritage, natural landscape, and tech-forward growth.
July 20, 2021 | By Jonathan Emmett
FIS Global Headquarters exterior from waterfront

Designing a Climate-Ready Headquarters for FIS in Jacksonville

Adaptable, resilient buildings will need to be able to specifically withstand sea level rise and storm surges long-term.
July 12, 2021 | By Josie Hyde and Stephanie Benkert
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Gensler Voices: O'Lanre Smith Shares How World Travel Shaped His Architecture Career

We sat down with O'Lanre Smith, architect and technical director, Gensler Morristown, to ask him about the impact design and architecture can have on our communities, and his personal journey to becoming an architect.
July 09, 2021
A group of people sitting on a couch in a room with tables and chairs.

Delivering Wellness on Campus so Students Can Thrive

Here are five considerations for colleges and universities to create a campus-wide wellness ecosystem that supports students where they are.
July 06, 2021 | By Cindy Coleman, Patricia Nobre, Meghan Webster
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Gensler Voices: Asenath Yeung, Gensler San Jose

We sat down with Asenath Yeung, interior designer, Gensler San Jose, to ask her about her career path and how design can help raise awareness about subjects of wellness, equity, and inclusion.
July 02, 2021
A group of people playing instruments.

Travel’s Resurgence: Here’s What Post-Vaccine Travel Will Look Like

What will post-vaccine travel look like in the U.S.? Gensler’s Hospitality Pulse Survey offers some insights.
June 29, 2021 | By Michelle DeCurtis, Stella Donovan, and Ana Ardon
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Reimagining the Airport as the New Town Square

As passenger behaviors evolve and people seek to experience local culture, the airport will become a community hub where people can interact and gather, rather than a place solely for coming and going.
June 28, 2021 | By Tim Hudson
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Gensler Voices: Brian Smuts, Gensler Chicago

We sat down with Brian Smuts, project director, Gensler Chicago, to ask him about his career path and how design can help raise awareness about subjects of wellness, equity, and inclusion.
June 28, 2021
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Gensler Voices: Brooks Morelock, Gensler New York

We sat down with Brooks Morelock, design director, Gensler New York, to ask him about his career path and how design can help raise awareness about subjects of wellness, equity, and inclusion.
June 25, 2021
Marriott Bethesda headquarters exterior rendering

Inside the World’s Largest Hospitality Company

Tim Grisius, Global M&A and Real Estate Officer at Marriott International, talks about Marriott’s evolution to become the world’s largest hospitality company; the hospitality industry’s path to recovery; Marriott’s new headquarters; and more.
June 24, 2021
A room with a table and chairs.

Work From Home Needs a Home for Work

How can residential design evolve to support the growing at-home workforce? Gensler's Residential Experience Index offers some insights.
June 21, 2021 | By Michelle DeCurtis, Leigh Cowan
People in a building.

Why Now Is the Time to Rethink Workplace Amenities

As global enterprises prepare their return to the office, many are asking: what amenities might deliver the greatest returns in today’s evolving work landscape?
June 17, 2021 | By Evan Danchenka, Erin Saven
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Bridging the Gap to Bring More Diverse Voices Into the Design Profession

Here are six lessons from our HBCU Student Design Charrette for bringing more diverse voices and talent into the design profession.
June 16, 2021 | By Jordan Goldstein, Joseph Lauro
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The Benefits of Converting Class C Office Into First Class Residential

In order to future-proof older buildings, clients need to make buildings more energy efficient, more resilient, and more vibrant to attract and retain tenants and talent.
June 14, 2021 | By Steven Paynter, Duanne Render
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Work From Home Product Design: How to Make a Desk Its Best

With more people working from home, the demands on the home office will evolve and consumers’ performance expectations for home office equipment — particularly the desk — are expected to increase.
June 11, 2021 | By Scott Star
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The Fifth Façade: Rethinking Urban Rooftops for the Post-Pandemic Office Building

Rather than being a sign of exclusivity, rooftop spaces are becoming one of the biggest opportunities in real estate development and an essential part of any well-positioned office building.
June 11, 2021 | By Ambrose Aliaga-Kelly
A group of people sitting on a bench in front of a city.

Will Remote Work Trends Benefit Smaller, More Affordable Cities?

How can cities function as an attractive extension of the office in the age of “anywhere work?”
June 08, 2021 | By Sofia Song, Janet Pogue McLaurin, Stella Donovan
A building with a glass front.

An 8-Step Model for ESG and Wellness in the Workplace

Helping people thrive at work through wellness design and initiatives may seem like an idealized goal. It’s not. It’s achievable and fundamental to ESG and wellness.
June 01, 2021 | By Cindy Coleman, Stacey Olson
A group of people inside a building.

The Most Timeless Design Differentiator Is Technology

In the past year, we have seen our practice evolve and transform thanks to a number of proprietary computational design tools Gensler has developed.
May 25, 2021 | By Erin Greer, Lucas Roberts
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Gensler Voices: Jon Park, Gensler Atlanta

We sat down with Jon Park, senior architectural designer, Gensler Atlanta, to ask him about his career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
May 21, 2021
A person walking on a path in a park.

Transforming Our Streets and the Public Realm Through Art and Programming

In 2020, we saw public space and art bring local and global communities together in new ways. How might we reimagine our streets and the public realm to steward more equitable and sustainable communities?
May 20, 2021
A group of people in an office.

Lessons From China: What Hybrid Work Really Looks Like in Practice

The Chinese workplace is back open — and the experience of these workers holds lessons for the rest of the world as we consider what a hybrid workplace future really looks like.
May 19, 2021 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A group of people sitting in a room with a table and chairs.

China’s Return Offers a Glimpse Into the Post-Pandemic Workplace

China’s profound and successful transition back to the office was the first of its kind — here are some emerging findings from our China Workplace Survey research.
May 19, 2021 | By Xiaomei Lee
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Gensler Voices: Lily Diego, Gensler Detroit

We sat down with Lily Diego, design director, Gensler Detroit, to ask her about her career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
May 13, 2021
A person sitting in a chair reading a book.

Designing a Mother’s Room Reentry Roadmap for All Scales of Workplace

Best practices to provide a purposeful wellness strategy for nursing mothers that destigmatizes and prioritizes a mother’s journey back to the office.
May 07, 2021 | By James Bailey, Kiana Taie
Texas A&M University, Health Technology and Innovation Building lab.

The New Hybrid Sciences Office Will Blend Tech Workplace, Hospitality, Brand Design, and Storytelling

To cultivate work environments that enable our sciences clients to innovate, we must look beyond traditional conventions of buildings and workspaces as places that optimize performance.
May 06, 2021 | By Chad Yoshinobu
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Gensler Voices: Lori Mukoyama, Gensler Chicago

We sat down with Lori Mukoyama, design director, Gensler Chicago, to ask her about her career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
May 06, 2021
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5 Tips to Negotiate Your Next Commercial Lease Like a Pro

Here are five tips to bring better clarity and increase confidence when you approach your next lease transaction.
May 06, 2021 | By Julie Henline
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Gensler Voices: Fannie Cheung, Gensler San Francisco

We sat down with Fannie Cheung, technical director, Gensler San Francisco, to ask her about her career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
May 05, 2021
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Building Brand Impression Through the Power of Memory and Multisensory Experiences

Here are three considerations for brands to tap into the power of memory to create multidimensional, multisensory experiences that leave a lasting impression.
May 05, 2021 | By Amy Bixler, Vania Lin
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Redefining Resilient Spaces Through Smart Material Selection

We discuss with Armstrong World Industries how we can decrease embodied carbon levels in the built environment simply by making smart choices about materials.
April 29, 2021
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From Indifference to Serendipity: Experiments in the Art of Living Together

The pandemic presents an opportunity to rethink housing; architecture can and should play a critical role as an agent that tilts the outcome of each new project toward reconnection.
April 29, 2021 | By Roger Sherman
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Gensler Voices: Willie Kirkpatrick, Gensler Houston

We sat down with Willie Kirkpatrick, architect, Gensler Houston, to ask him about her career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
April 26, 2021
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Urban Residents Around the World Support Efforts to Address Climate Change

Fewer than half of city dwellers feel optimistic about their city’s ability to combat the climate crisis — it's time for cities to meet the moment.
April 21, 2021 | By Sofia Song and Stella Donovan
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Reset: The Future Law Firm Workplace

The recent work-from-home experience has proven that attorneys can do without big private offices, lots of paper and files, and underutilized space. Now is the chance to reset the law office.
April 16, 2021 | By Barbara Dunn
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Converting a Parking Garage Roof Into a “People Deck” in San Jose

A proposal to convert a parking garage roof into a "people deck" in downtown San Jose offers a place where people can gather, exercise, and build community.
April 14, 2021 | By Peter Weingarten
A road next to a field of crops.

Closing the Digital Infrastructure Gap to Keep Cities Connected

Why has the gap between broadband infrastructure investment and access to connectivity persisted, and how can cities create information services pipelines to expand reach?
April 13, 2021 | By Brion Sargent
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5 Principles for Retail Center Repositioning

Converting aging or underutilized retail malls into vibrant, mixed-use developments will unlock latent value and meet consumers’ changing demands.
April 13, 2021 | By Michael Townsend
A busy street with people and cars.

Creating Resilient Urbanism With Streetscape Design

Our streetscape spaces have the potential to be vital agents in the fight against climate change and in creating livable cities.
April 09, 2021 | By J.T. Theeuwes
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Gensler Voices: Mustapha Williams, Gensler Chicago

Mustapha Williams, a technical designer at Gensler Chicago, shares what first sparked his design passion, how winning the Gensler Diversity Scholarship impacted his career, and why mentorship drives him.
April 08, 2021
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How FOMO Is Driving People Back to the Office

With many colleagues getting back into the workplace, remote employees are experiencing a new kind of FOMO — the fear of missing out on useful updates, critical intel, and key connections.
April 02, 2021 | By Andy Cohen
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Seizing the Opportunity to Rethink the Faculty Workplace

Faculty have been working, teaching, mentoring, and researching from home — or wherever they could find decent WiFi — for nearly a year. While most faculty agree that there are huge academic drawbacks to the current mode of teaching, there may be some important lessons that can guide us into the post-pandemic future.
March 29, 2021 | By Lindsey Feola and Kristen Tobing Stromsvold
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Designing Schools for Equity and Engagement

To design the equitable and engaging post-pandemic school, we looked to three recent projects that exemplify the ideas of connectivity, adaptability, and choice.
March 26, 2021 | By Mark Thaler, Patricia Nobre, and Omar Quesada
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Shaping an Equitable Future With USPS

How can the largest retailer in the country, the United States Postal Service, help create conditions to facilitate equity?
March 25, 2021 | By Stella Donovan, John Ferns, Eric Bieber, Reid Brockmeier, John Cassidy, and Brooke Rho
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5 Considerations for Producing a More Equitable, Resilient Power Grid

When macro power grids fail, how can the equity of energy use be managed? Here are five considerations that can help evolve our power system to be more equitable and resilient.
March 23, 2021 | By Vince Flickinger, Catherine Black, Jacqueline Salterio
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Gensler Voices: Rhandi Green, Gensler New York

We sat down with Rhandi Green, job captain, Gensler New York, to ask her about her career path and the impact that design and architecture can have on our communities and the human experience.
March 22, 2021
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Digital Transformation of Healthcare Design

With healthcare technology woven into our daily lives, here are 4 fundamental principles for the next generation of integrated digital healthcare facilities.
March 17, 2021 | By Scot Latimer, Richard Tyson
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Vuja De: Seeing the Office With Fresh Eyes

Because of the new perspective we've developed after working from home work over a year, we'll be seeing the office in a new light when we finally return.
March 10, 2021 | By Dean Strombom
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Sketching the New Hybrid Workplace

In this look at the future of hybrid work, Gensler architects and workplace designers shared their visions for the post-pandemic workplace and how it will function.
March 09, 2021
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5 Design Interventions to Mitigate Virus Risk in the Workplace

To help return to work safely and reduce operational risk Gensler, collaborated with Haven Diagnostics to simulate how design impacts the spread of COVID-19 in the office.
March 08, 2021 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin, Christine Barber, Daniel Pamperin
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Almaden Tower: Quickly Delivering an Innovative Office Building to Market

Innovative and tenant-responsive buildings can be quickly delivered without sacrificing design quality.
March 02, 2021 | By Ton Men Banh, Sean McFeely, and Christine Laing
A building with a parking lot.

What We Can Learn From the Texas Weather Crisis About Design Resilience

What lessons can we glean from this crisis about designing more resilient structures, cities, and infrastructure in general?
February 26, 2021 | By Rives Taylor
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Why Human Experience Is Critical to Las Vegas’ Reinvention

In a post-COVID age, how will a city that thrived on getting such a wide variety of people together now survive? Las Vegas has an opportunity to reinvent itself as a more diverse, inclusive, and engaging urban environment.
February 23, 2021 | By Brett Robillard
A group of people in a room.

Why Ceilings Offer Clean-Air Solutions for a Post-COVID World

In this conversation with the CEO of Armstrong World Industries, we discuss how ceilings are an important part of the holistic approach to design we must take as we reimagine shared spaces in the future.
February 19, 2021
A person holding a box.

Egress Made Easier: Product Design That Stands Out

By taking an approach that consciously stretches beyond the codes, Gensler is designing products that are more instinctive, more inclusive, and more hygienic.
February 12, 2021 | By Scott Star
A group of people walking around a park.

The Mental and Physical Benefits of Our Plazas, Parks, and Sidewalks

Scientific studies back up what many already feel is true: our mental and physical health is inextricably linked to the connections between ourselves and the natural world, as well as social connections between individuals.
February 11, 2021 | By J.T. Theeuwes and Li Wen
A group of people sitting at tables outside a building.

Why People-First Design Is Key to San Jose’s Future

In order to realize this future for San Jose and other cities, we need to act with design solutions that support our humanity.
February 05, 2021 | By Peter Weingarten
A group of people sitting at tables.

Why Investing in Public Space Matters for Cities and Real Estate Developers

Right now, perhaps no other location or space type is in higher demand than pedestrian-friendly, outdoor public space.
February 02, 2021 | By J.T. Theeuwes
A city with tall buildings.

Accelerating Momentum Around Climate Action With Every Person, Every Project, and Every Place

As designers and creators of the built environment, Gensler is committed to leading the charge in climate action and promoting a path towards net zero carbon.
February 02, 2021 | By Rives Taylor, Gail Napell
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The Power of the Pilot: A Low-Risk, High-Reward Real Estate Solution

The stakes are high for those making real estate portfolio decisions that will affect organizational culture and performance for years to come. But there’s a low-risk and high-reward solution: the pilot space.
January 21, 2021 | By Cheryl Duvall
A building with glass windows.

Security and Democracy: Designing Public Buildings for Safety and Accessibility

Design has a key role to play in maintaining the balance between openness and security — in promoting both security and democratic values.
January 15, 2021 | By Robert A. Peck
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What’s Next for Higher Education? Esports and On-Campus Gaming Facilities

Prior to the pandemic, the world of esports was a nearly billion-dollar industry. For higher education institutions, it also created a new opportunity for recruitment by combining interest in competitive sports and gaming with real world training in STEM or related fields.
January 13, 2021 | By Derek Sola
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Real Estate’s Big Pivot to Science

For life science organizations in prime markets there’s a shortage of research-capable space. But owners and developers can make a pivot to science by repositioning buildings.
January 05, 2021 | By Darrel Fullbright and Justin Cratty
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The Rise of Second-Tier Cities

Gensler's City Pulse Survey confirms that people are looking to leave global cities for more affordable, less dense cities that still offer culture and diversity, but at a smaller scale.
December 23, 2020 | By Sofia Song, Jon Gambrill, Whitley Wood
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The Resurgence of Small- to Mid-Size Airports

Here are some strategies we’ve developed that cities and airports can use to revitalize their facilities in the post pandemic world.
December 15, 2020 | By Kim Brown
A group of tall buildings.

Reduce, Reuse, Reclad at One Post Office Square

At One Post Office Square in Boston, an aging concrete office tower offered an opportunity to explore the value proposition in renovating aging buildings instead of building anew.
December 14, 2020 | By Jessica Santonastaso and Daniel Nauman
A room with a sign and chairs.

5 Insights on Creating Clear, Branded COVID-19 Signage

The current health crisis has added an influx of new signage to the ever-growing layer of promotional stimulation — and fatigue — many of us experience every day.
December 11, 2020 | By Debora Novarini
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Real Estate Must Offer Human Experiences, as We Escape Virtual Lockdown Living

The recovery is an opportunity to realign real estate value with human experience.
December 10, 2020 | By Diane Hoskins
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Across the Globe, Workers Want a Hybrid Work Model

Gensler's Global Workplace Surveys uncovered some universal truths: most office workers want a hybrid work model, and the office is still the best place to connect.
December 09, 2020 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin, Tim Pittman
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Surprising Truths About the New Hybrid Workplace

Gensler's Workplace and Research leaders host a Q&A with Michael Gao, M.D. of Haven Diagnostics, on the return to the office and the future of the hybrid workplace.
December 08, 2020 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin, Christine Barber
A group of people outside of a building.

Rebuilding Community in the Post-Pandemic World

When we can return to the office and resume other in-person activities, creating places for people to spend time together and rebuild community — not just in the workplace, but in every aspect of our daily lives — will be more important than ever.
December 08, 2020 | By Ben Tranel
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Navigating a Fast-Changing Economy With a Workplace That Reinforces Purpose and Transparency

At City National Bank of Florida's Miami HQ, a workplace renovation uses the opportunity to build resilience, add transparency, and reinforce the bank’s purpose.
December 02, 2020 | By Corina Ocanto
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Reshaping the Retail Experience: Where Do We Go From Here?

Leading with service across all retail channels — whether physical, digital, or virtual — will result in deeper connections that drive loyalty and a better shopping experience
November 30, 2020 | By John Bricker
A high angle view of a building.

Record-Breaking Singles’ Day Sales Indicate a Solid Return to Retail in China

Brands all over the world can take a cue from the retail trends and opportunities emerging in China and the Asia Pacific region as they look ahead to what’s next.
November 30, 2020 | By Richard Chang
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New Types of Space on Campus

After spending more than eight months studying the shifting space needs at colleges and universities, we see several trends shaping the next generation of academic buildings.
November 25, 2020 | By Mark Thaler, Deborah Shepley
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Gensler Honored As First Firm to Win Three AIA COTE Top Ten Awards for Sustainable Design

Three Gensler projects were recognized for excellence in sustainable design at the 2020 American Institute of Architects Committee on the Environment (COTE) Top Ten Awards, including the Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice, UPCycle, and Etsy.
November 18, 2020
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The Transformation of the Built Environment Requires a Digital Mindset

As our physical and digital behaviors continue to converge, design for the built environment will require not just advanced technology, but an entirely new digital mindset.
November 17, 2020 | By Hans Neubert
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Mixed Reality Futures for Connected Transit

To stay relevant, transit systems must focus on new and novel ways to optimize rider experience.
November 17, 2020 | By Stephanie Truong
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Coworking Accelerates Life Science Startup Timelines

Scientific entrepreneurs face high rents, lab construction, and equipment costs, plus the operational and safety concerns of starting a research lab. Here’s how to think about developing laboratory coworking.
November 09, 2020 | By Erik Lustgarten
A group of people standing in front of a large aquarium.

With Face-to-Face Meetings Sidelined, What’s Next for Experience Centers?

We are asking critical questions to understand how experience centers can thrive during this time of limited travel and infrequent face-to-face interactions.
November 06, 2020 | By Molly Murphy and Michael Schneider
A diagram of a house.

What Is the Future of Workplace Amenities?

The pandemic has been an opportunity for companies to rethink policies around employee flexibility and when — or if — certain job functions will return to the office. As the purpose of the office evolves, commercial office buildings will become even more amenity-centric.
November 06, 2020 | By Sonya Dufner and Erin Saven
A building with glass windows.

What Does the Shift to a Hybrid Work Model Mean for Office Spaces in the U.K.?

We surveyed over 2,500 office workers across nine industries in the U.K. to learn more about their experiences working through lockdown and their expectations for the workplace once they return. The results are helping us answer a common question during this time of disruption: what does the model “future workplace” look like?
November 05, 2020 | By Kerri Henderson, Jane Clay, and Julia Simet
People sitting at a table.

Why Curated Workflow Is Essential to the New Hybrid Workplace

As companies transition employees back into the new hybrid workplace, how do we get the right mix of people in the office at the right time?
November 04, 2020 | By Nayan Parekh, Priscilla Teh
A group of people walking in a city.

Meeting Post-COVID Expectations for Office Buildings at One Post Office Square

Boston's 41-story One Post Office Square tower was constructed in 1980 and designed at a time when corner offices were the gold standard of the corporate workplace. When presented with the opportunity to reimagine the building, we aimed to bring in new life and identity, along with a revitalized experience both inside and out to position it as one of the city’s leading office towers.
November 04, 2020 | By Ben Heller
A screenshot of a video game.

11 Considerations for Making Hybrid Meetings More Effective

When it comes to hybrid meetings, certain new etiquette is essential. Here are 11 considerations for making hybrid meetings more effective.
November 03, 2020 | By Nayan Parekh, Priscilla Teh
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What Office Workers Want

The workplace is undergoing change, yes, but its relevance and centrality to the success of an organization remains.
October 30, 2020 | By Eric Gannon
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What Gensler's City Pulse Survey Reveals About the Changing Urban Experience

Gensler’s City Pulse Survey 2020 findings provide developers, urban designers, and clients with real-time research into how the pandemic is impacting migration patterns, evolving expectations, and the urban experience across global cities, including New York, San Francisco, London, and Singapore.
October 28, 2020 | By Sofia Song
A group of people walking on a path by a river.

Reimagining San Antonio as a 20-Minute City

The idea of a “20-minute city,” in which residents’ needs can all be found within a 20-minute walk or short bike ride from their homes, can be extended to cities across the globe.
October 27, 2020 | By Cameron Kraus
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Where Have All the Patients Gone? The Art and Soul of Recapturing Lost Treatment Volume

To restore normal treatment activity in the long-term, healthcare delivery needs to take a more humane approach throughout all stages of the patient experience.
October 23, 2020 | By Scot Latimer and David W. Johnson
A group of people inside a building.

6 Strategies Developers Can Use to Improve Building Performance and Lower Carbon Emissions

A building’s performance is primarily influenced by its size, shape, orientation, massing, and fenestration. When just 1% of a project’s upfront costs are spent, up to 70% of its lifecycle costs may already be committed. Performance is first and foremost a design strategy.
October 21, 2020
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The Future of Workplace Amenities Is Knowledge

As more businesses embrace flexible work, things like employee choice and well-being are taking precedent over the physical amenity spaces that employers companies once offered.
October 15, 2020 | By Sarah Brengarth, Shelby Burnett
People walking on a walkway.

Design for the New Hybrid Workplace

As we plan for the new workplace, we need new design tools to meet the new design demands, and advances in technology and design tools is driving innovation with our clients in this space.
October 14, 2020 | By Joseph Joseph, Janet Pogue McLaurin
A building with people walking around.

Assembly at North First: Putting Resilient Design to Work in the Wake of the Pandemic

Completed in 2019, Assembly at North First was originally intended to be leased as a single-tenant campus, but the developer asked Gensler to demonstrate what the post-COVID workplace would look like in practice.
October 14, 2020 | By Manan Shah
A city at night.

As E-commerce Booms, Transportation Logistics Are Shifting to Meet Demand

Companies are seeking a faster and efficient way to ship goods to consumers. Intermodal transportation could be the most efficient and cost-effective solution.
October 12, 2020 | By Rick Ferrara, Brion Sargent
A city with tall buildings.

How to Bring Older Office Buildings Back to Life Amid a Struggling Commercial Real Estate Market

Here are several opportunities commercial real estate developers can consider when converting or repositioning under-performing office buildings.
October 07, 2020 | By Steven Paynter, Charmaine Lam
A man and a woman sitting in a living room.

The Sustainable Hotel: Designing for Wellness and Resilience

In a world where there’s an increased focus on the impact we have on our planet, the travel industry is working towards green initiatives that enhance environmental wellness.
September 30, 2020 | By Angela Spathonis, Diane Thorsen, Julijana Mitic
A street with a building on the side.

The Hospitality Industry Seeks to Reinvent Itself With the Adjacent Space

At the moment, everything we do has been dramatically upended, which is what has the hospitality industry rethinking its purpose. If the very meaning of work and home has changed, what does that mean for hotels?
September 30, 2020 | By Tom Lindblom
A sign on a building.

Motel Revivalism: The Destination for Seamless Work & Travel

Tourists longing for road trips and outdoor adventures, paired with working travelers’ “work-from-anywhere" flexibility, can drive an opportunity to reimagine the nostalgic motel. Here are solutions to renovate existing motels or create a network of modernized motels that focus on wellbeing and fun, localized experiences.
September 30, 2020 | By Inga Zunte, Douglas Detiveaux
A group of people in a room.

Banks in Beta Mode: Repositioning a Place in the Community

There is no one-size-fits-all solution for reimagining the next evolution of physical banking locations, but it’s an opportune time for banks to re-evaluate and reposition their portfolios to help strengthen connections with clients and communities.
September 29, 2020 | By Lisa Weeks, Adam Phillips, Lena Kitson
Graphical user interface, application.

Digital Communications Tips for Workplace Reentry

Here are four best practices for digital communications when preparing employees for their reentry to the workplace.
September 24, 2020 | By Michael Chappell, Jillian Allerton, Molly Murphy
People walking in a plaza.

The California Wildfires Are Yet Another Wake-Up Call for Resilient Design Strategies

Recent surges in wildfires and hurricanes are a wake-up call for climate action. Here are seven design strategies we can use to achieve climate resilience.
September 23, 2020 | By Gail Napell
A large colorful sculpture in a city.

Creating Meaningful Content for the Built Environment

As digital experience designers, we design media architecture —or storytelling content — for a vast range of spaces to help curate the atmosphere within the built environment.
September 23, 2020 | By David Kramer
A group of people walking on a street.

Are We Ready for the Heat? Desert-Appropriate Strategies for a Resilient City of the Future

As designers in this in an increasingly hot environment, we have the responsibility to lead by example and drive the effort in making Phoenix a resilient “City of the Future.”
September 22, 2020 | By Johanna Collins
A city with buildings and streets.

Here’s How Developers Can Reposition Office Buildings for the Future

Office building developers can reposition tower blocks to create integrated, socially responsible buildings that contribute to the community and connect people.
September 16, 2020 | By Sheryl Schulze
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Real Estate Design Strategies for Leasing in a Post-COVID Market

Here are four key strategies that building owners and developers can leverage to have more informed conversations with prospective tenants in the post-pandemic market.
September 15, 2020 | By Erin Saven, Evan Danchenka
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Product Design in Times of Crisis

Necessity really is the mother of invention, and full-blown crisis is especially effective for driving innovation.
September 09, 2020 | By Scott Star
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How the Pandemic Has Shaped Our Understanding of the Trading Floor

Now that COVID-19 has challenged the norm, Gensler is examining how design should support trading floor activity.
August 31, 2020 | By Rocco Giannetti and Marisol DeRosa
A man and woman sitting on a couch with a stuffed animal.

How Workplace Design Can Ease Anxiety and Feelings of Isolation

Now that some workplaces are reopening, we’ll have to find a way to shake off these feelings in a world that remains very restricted. The question is how? And what role should employers play to support their people as they transition back to the office?
August 20, 2020 | By Karen Mozes and Anthony Brower
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Graph by Gensler: Spatial Analytics for Design

Introducing an advanced spatial analytics service that reveals the impact of design choices, visualizes behaviors, and maps human experience to drive better outcomes.
August 12, 2020 | By Molly Murphy and Richard Tyson
People walking on a walkway.

The Office Building of the Future Should Be an Essential Part of Its Community

Over the past 70 years, the workplace has evolved slowly but surely. Now that evolution has accelerated far more dramatically and when we return, the office building is going to look and feel like a different place than the one we left.
August 05, 2020 | By Darrel Fullbright, Duncan Lyons
A city skyline with a body of water in the foreground.

A New Type of Tall Building Design for China

At nearly 500-meters high, Suzhou Zhongnan Center represents a new paradigm for tall building design and vertical living.
August 05, 2020 | By Xiaomei Lee, Hasan A. Syed
A person sitting on a couch in a large room with tables and chairs.

Design Ideas for the Post-Pandemic Public Library

Public libraries have long served as welcoming settings that offer community resources, but the pandemic challenged us to rethink the library experience.
July 28, 2020 | By Allison Marshall
A large building with many windows.

COVID-19 and Building Performance: The Big Picture

From energy use to maintenance, lighting, and air quality, COVID-19 will change the equations we’ve been using to calculate the performance side of architectural design.
July 23, 2020 | By Stephen Katz
A person sitting in a chair.

What 10 Million Square Feet of Data Tells Us About Social Distancing in the Workplace

Through our data and benchmarking, we’ve surfaced some key themes when it comes to social distancing in the workplace
July 22, 2020 | By Carly Levett
A city skyline with a rainbow.

Aiming for New Heights of User Experience With China’s Tall Buildings

As China continues to grow and many more people continue to move to cities, there must be a greater focus on the human experience of working, living, and playing in the urban environment.
July 20, 2020 | By Peter Weingarten
A building with lights on.

Bringing Sports Back to the Venue

We’ve been working with our clients to understand the challenges, questions, and potential strategies to get players and fans back to the sports venue.
July 17, 2020 | By Ryan Sickman, Jonathan Emmett
A person sitting on a bench.

How Airport Design Can Restore Passenger Confidence

To get people flying again, the aviation industry needs to restore passenger confidence in the airport as an environment that protects passenger health and safety.
July 10, 2020 | By Kirsten Ritchie
People walking near a train.

Reimagining a Safer, More Equitable Daily Commute

Here are four strategies to create a public transit commute that prioritizes people’s safety and equity.
July 08, 2020 | By Christopher Rzomp
A group of people in a large room with tables and chairs.

How Tech Companies Could Benefit from a Decentralized Approach to Real Estate

Here are a few key considerations that tech companies might want to take into account as they reassess their real estate portfolio.
July 07, 2020 | By Sarah Brengarth
A building with glass windows.

Are Our COVID-19 Responses Missing the Big Picture?

As we plan for a new normal, we must keep the climate costs of our post-COVID workplaces and consider how changes we make to deal with the virus might influence the climate.
July 07, 2020 | By Anthony Brower
Diagram, engineering drawing.

The Future Workplace Will Embrace a Hybrid Reality

We won't be returning to our former offices. Instead, the hybrid office might look similar in many ways, but it’s going to be strategically modified, incorporating new practices, new protocols, and new technologies to support hybrid workers.
July 02, 2020 | By Ben Tranel
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Accessible Design for All in the Post-COVID Workplace

Here are some inclusive design strategies we can take to make the return to work accessible.
July 02, 2020 | By Gail Napell
A high angle view of a building.

Reimagining the Future of Cities as Healthy Cities

Epidemics have shaped our cities for a long time. The key question in this moment is, how can we use what we’re learning to improve the quality of life in cities after COVID-19?
July 01, 2020 | By Nayan Parekh
People walking on a bridge.

How the Pandemic Could Reshape the World’s Cities

We have an opportunity to provide a more fulfilling urban experience and to design for health, equity, and accessibility.
June 30, 2020 | By Ian Mulcahey
People walking in a mall.

Rebuilding Consumer Confidence in Our Shopping Destinations

What are the long-term implications that will change how we experience shopping and leisure destinations?
June 24, 2020 | By David Glover
A group of people walking around a building.

5 ‘Out of the Box’ Strategies for the Retail Real Estate Market

Here are five recommendations for retail reuse to align under-utilized real estate assets with growing community needs.
June 23, 2020 | By Barry Bourbon
A room with glass walls and plants.

4 Considerations for the New Retail Environment

How can retailers make customers feel engaged and at ease as we emerge from these challenging times?
June 22, 2020 | By Michael Gatti
A group of people sitting on the floor in front of a large screen.

Designing Spaces to Help People Feel Emotionally Safe in the Workplace

How can we help people feel emotionally safe when they venture outside their own homes and interact in public or private spaces?
June 19, 2020 | By Donya Farhangi
A woman sitting in a chair.

Return Strategies Must Prioritize Mental Health and Resilience

Organizations must communicate with empathy and develop strategies that put mental health in lockstep with physical health and safety for their employees.
June 18, 2020 | By Elaine Asal
A group of people walking around a building.

Crafting Our Way Into a New Era of Human Connection

With all the talk about re-entry, return to work, and reopening of retail and schools, it seems the measures the world is taking to welcome people back are somewhat in conflict with our longing for community and connection.
June 16, 2020 | By María Paula Sáenz
A white car parked in a large room with large windows.

What Will the ‘New Normal’ for Automotive Retail Look Like?

The response to Covid-19 has sparked rapid change by automotive manufacturers and retailers to satisfy the needs of the market.
June 08, 2020 | By Josh Keough
A person standing in a large room.

Fusing Architecture and Technology to Reenter a New World

As we emerge from lock-down, we are all wondering what it’s going to be like to reengage with the spaces and places in our communities. What new world are we entering into?
June 08, 2020 | By Jordan Goldstein and David Kramer
A city with tall buildings.

The Near Future of Casino and Gaming Design

Here are some insights that could have implications for gaming environments in Las Vegas and around the nation.
June 01, 2020 | By Derek Sola
A bedroom with a bed and furniture.

What Matters Most for Hospitality in Asia Pacific and the Middle East?

These are difficult times, but travel will resume and we recognize that great hotels not only anticipate market changes, but they are also able to react quickly to unusual situations.
May 29, 2020 | By Diane Thorsen, Julijana Mitic, and Angela Spathonis
A building with a pond in front.

Why Today’s Universities Need to Be Global Institutions

How can universities mitigate a potential downturn? The answer is transnational education.
May 28, 2020 | By Meghan Webster
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6 Considerations for Transitioning Back to School

Here are some tools and considerations to guide academic institutions in transitioning back to campus.
May 28, 2020 | By Patricia Nobre, Mark Thaler, and Richard Jacob
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Reports of the Death of the Workplace Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

For millions of office workers around the world, work has been consciously uncoupled from its usual location for the first time. No doubt, the offices we return to will evolve along with changes in business priorities and cultural norms.
May 27, 2020 | By Randy Howder
A group of people working in a kitchen.

Community Impact Is a Key Strategy in Returning to the Office

Community impact has the potential for positive, long-lasting benefits on our workforce and our culture.
May 27, 2020 | By Gensler’s Community Impact Team
A couple of women sitting at a table with a large red building in the background.

Insights From Gensler’s U.S. Work From Home Survey 2020

The Gensler Research Institute published its U.S. Work from Home Survey 2020, featuring findings on the experience of working from home during the pandemic and insights on how this experience is influencing people’s expectations for the future workplace.
May 26, 2020 | By Andy Cohen, Diane Hoskins
A man and a woman talking to each other in front of computers.

Transitioning to a Virtual World of Health & Wellness

The landscape of virtual care has leapt ahead a decade or more amidst the current health crisis, and it is creating a massive shift in operations at a time when a historic financial decline has hit the healthcare industry.
May 22, 2020 | By Randy Guillot and Tama Duffy Day
People walking up a staircase.

Most People Want to Return to the Office — But They Expect Changes

We’ve proven we can easily and efficiently work from home. But we can’t effectively do all work activities from home. In fact, the workplace may be more important than ever moving forward.
May 22, 2020 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A person sitting at a table looking at a paper.

How Companies Can Support Work-From-Home Best Practices in the Long Term

As businesses eye a strategic and safe return to the office, here are the operational mechanisms they should consider in order to support partial working from home on a permanent basis.
May 22, 2020 | By Dieter Kursietis
A few young girls in a classroom.

A Day in the Life: Going Back to School in China

Here’s what we've learned from our colleagues in Gensler’s Shanghai office about school reopenings in China.
May 19, 2020 | By Tony Lu, Freck Qin, and Amber Sun
Diagram, engineering drawing.

Is the Virtual Fan Experience Ready for the Big Game?

Until fans are allowed back inside sports arenas, what can we do now to enhance the fan experience virtually?
May 18, 2020 | By Jonathan Emmett, Greg Gallimore
A group of people walking around a park.

Resilient Cities Rely on Resilient Food Systems

The pandemic is challenging food supply chains. Implementing intelligent urban agriculture can enhance resilience and food security worldwide.
May 15, 2020 | By Nayan Parekh, JinXi Ng
People in a room with a screen.

What Going Back to School Might Look Like

What does the future of education look like, and what should schools be doing now to prepare?
May 14, 2020 | By Mark Thaler and Patricia Nobre
A restaurant with tables and chairs.

The Future of Dining Out

Here are six considerations for restaurant and bar owners in an era of new consumer expectations.
May 14, 2020 | By Siobhan Barry
A group of people walking on a walkway between buildings.

How to Design Hospital-Ready Hotels

The current pandemic has proven that hotels can play a variety of essential roles in times of crisis.
May 13, 2020 | By Randy Guillot and Steven R. Upchurch
A city skyline with the sun shining.

Will There Be a Climate Change Vaccine?

We didn’t have a warning of the COVID-19 crisis, but we do have a warning for the climate crisis up ahead.
May 11, 2020 | By Diane Hoskins
A group of people in a large building.

It’s Time to Rethink Signage and Wayfinding for Transportation Hubs

Fast forward to when you’re ready to take your next flight. When that day comes, what’s it going to take to make you feel safe?
May 11, 2020 | By Beth Ready and Ty Osbaugh
A person sitting in a room with a clock on the wall.

Designing Government Offices for the Post-COVID Era

As we prepare to return to the workplace, whenever that happens, what should public agencies and departments be doing to prepare a workplace that can help people feel healthy?
May 11, 2020 | By Robert A. Peck and Peter Barsuk
A city street with tall buildings.

Defining the Future of Our Cities: Five Areas of Opportunity for a Post-Pandemic World

We are witnessing global disruption at an unprecedented scale. But if we can live though disruptions, then we may emerge even stronger and more resilient as a community.
May 08, 2020 | By Oliver Schaper
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Tips for Signage and Wayfinding in a Post-COVID-19 World

Signage and wayfinding graphics can introduce healthy practices and help people feel at ease in this time of uncertainty.
May 06, 2020 | By Amy Bixler, Molly Murphy, Jill Wittnebel, Javier Cortes
A building with glass windows.

As Data Demand Surges, It’s Time to Invest in IT Infrastructure

The demand for data spurred by this health crisis has highlighted the need to invest in critical facilities infrastructure.
May 06, 2020 | By Jackson Metcalf
A building with a pool and people sitting around it.

How Will Hotels Rebound from COVID-19?

Seven key considerations that will change how we travel and experience hotels.
May 05, 2020 | By Tom Ito
A person painting a wall.

Giving Back Has Never Been More Important

In this time of crisis, we need to double down on our community impact efforts.
May 05, 2020 | By Gensler’s Community Impact Team
A courtyard with trees and people.

An Architecture of Optimism for a Post-Pandemic Society

Whether it’s new buildings that are about to be designed or existing architecture that now needs to be re-imagined, in many ways this is a time for an architecture of optimism – one that promotes wellness and celebrates life.
May 04, 2020 | By Jordan Goldstein
A person working on a laptop.

Sharing Our Work-From-Home Experience in Asia Pacific and the Middle East

After Gensler staff members in the Asia Pacific and Middle East region began working from home, we launched a survey to assess our people’s well-being, challenges, and overall experiences — here are key findings.
April 30, 2020 | By Nayan Parekh
A bike in a large room.

An Air Filtration Primer for Building Owners and Developers

Here are key changes we need to make to the built environment in order to provide spaces where people can feel safe as they return to work.
April 30, 2020 | By Darrel Fullbright, Duncan Lyons, and Sheryl Schulze
A person riding a bicycle in a parking lot.

New Opportunities for Mobility Amid COVID-19

Our wholesale shift in live-work-play behaviors as a result of COVID-19 have provided us an opportunity to rebalance public rights-of-way.
April 29, 2020 | By Dylan Jones and Maurice Reid
A man and woman in a room.

For Law Firms, COVID-19 Has Accelerated the Inevitable

The overnight shift to working from home is upending the model of how much real estate law firms really need.
April 29, 2020 | By Timothy Bromiley, Carlos Posada
A person sitting at a desk with a laptop.

Will the Work From Home Trend Impact Residential Design?

As working from home gains acceptance and more remote roles are fulfilled, the fundamental principles of workplace design will still apply — just in a residential context.
April 28, 2020 | By Brooks Howell
A group of people sitting at a table with computers.

What We Can Learn From the Energy Industry About Safety in the New Workplace

The energy industry's safety practices can be adopted by many to cultivate a culture that prioritizes safety and wellness.
April 28, 2020 | By Lillian Giering, Vince Flickinger
A building with palm trees and a road in front of it.

Planning for a Post-COVID Return to Campus

We're reflecting on the factors education leaders should consider in planning a return to school post-COVID-19, and what we can learn from this remote learning experience to create a resilient hybrid campus.
April 23, 2020 | By Meghan Webster
A couple of women sitting at a table in a tent.

How Should Office Buildings Change in a Post-Pandemic World?

For those who design and develop office buildings around the world, the current crisis has introduced a new challenge: Once we are cleared to return to the office, how can we convince people that the buildings they use are healthy and safe?
April 23, 2020 | By Ben Tranel
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Brand Experiences Must Be Human Experiences

We’re telling different stories today — stories of isolation, but also of newfound connection.
April 22, 2020 | By Janice Cavaliere and Joel Fariss
A person walking in a room.

A Day in the Life: Going Back to Work in China

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, in China we are slowly experiencing going back to work. Here’s what we learned during our return to Gensler’s Beijing office.
April 22, 2020 | By Francois Chimier
A tall building with trees in front of it.

Could Low-Tech Design Prevent Climate Change-Influenced Pandemics?

How should we think about the coronavirus pandemic in the context of climate change? Is there anything we can do differently in the built environment to fight these two urgent problems?
April 21, 2020 | By Anthony Brower
A person holding a phone.

Understanding the Touchless Workplace

In the workplace, digital solutions and experience platforms have improved guest check-in, conference room booking, company communications, wayfinding, food and beverage service, and more. But touch-based solutions start to look like health risks in light of the recent pandemic and other viral threats.
April 15, 2020 | By Lee Billington
A city with tall buildings.

Redesigning Mixed-Use Environments for a Post-Pandemic World

What will mixed-use and public places look like after this pandemic?
April 15, 2020 | By J.F. Finn, III and Duncan Paterson
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Creating Data-Rich Workplaces to Detect and Curb Viral Transmission

Workplaces can be optimized to collect population data — like thermal screening — so agencies and companies can make better informed decisions to protect the wellness of their people.
April 15, 2020 | By Richard Tyson
A group of people in a room.

Taking Care of Each Other in the Post-Pandemic Open Office

Once we return to the office, we’ll need to transpose our newly discovered sense of community accountability back into the workplace.
April 10, 2020 | By Brian Stromquist
A group of people sitting in a conference room.

How the Pandemic Can Lead to Better Public Meetings

Public meetings are the foundation of modern participatory democracy. So, what do we do when it’s dangerous or impossible to gather people in public places? How should governments respond now and in the future?
April 10, 2020 | By Robert A. Peck and Sumita Arora
Diagram, schematic.

Fostering Casual Collisions — and Creativity — in a Virtual World

Some of the best ideas at work happen spontaneously — in the lunch line or waiting for the elevator — rather than in a conference room. Now that many of us have shifted to working 100% virtually, how do we continue to create opportunities for casual collisions that spark ideas and random discussions?
April 07, 2020 | By Natalie Engels
A person using a tablet.

Re-Entry for Retailers: Returning to the Store

Retailers can start formulating a plan for re-entry that meets consumers' new expectations of the marketplace.
April 06, 2020 | By Aaron Birney and Lara Marrero
People working in an office.

What Happens When We Return to the Workplace?

It’s not too early to start planning how we can return people to the workplace once the COVID-19 crisis ends.
April 03, 2020 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
A garden in front of a building.

Using This Moment to Improve City Life

The current crisis raises serious questions that we’ll need to address before we get back to anything resembling normal: How well-suited are cities to a post COVID-19 world? How prepared are we to handle a health crisis in the future? And how can we use what we’re learning now to improve the quality of life in cities?
April 03, 2020 | By Nate Cherry
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The Pandemic’s Lasting Effect on Our Healthcare System

After this crisis, we won’t return to business as usual. What should we consider as the new normal for healthcare systems?
April 02, 2020 | By Scot Latimer
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Will Campus Life Translate to a Virtual Environment?

COVID-19 has forced us to embrace a new reality rooted exclusively in virtual interactions. While we reflect on how educational institutions’ responses are leading to a paradigm shift in the learning experience, how might campus life also translate to a virtual experience?
April 01, 2020 | By Chuck Rudalavage
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Airports Are Facing a New Reality

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re thinking about what airports can do to save the air travel industry and regain passenger trust.
March 31, 2020 | By Ty Osbaugh
A park with people and buildings in the background.

Redefining Wellness in the Face of Pandemic

The COVID-19 crisis is causing us to redefine all our work around the concept of wellness and re-examine the importance of resilience.
March 30, 2020 | By Rives Taylor
Diagram, engineering drawing.

How to Build Culture in a Virtual World

As COVID-19 causes the world to rethink the communal workplace, for businesses it’s also a philosophical and emotional assault on company culture.
March 26, 2020 | By Cindy Coleman and Amanda Ramos
A sign on a window.

Digital and Virtual Connections Have Quickly Become a Brand’s Livelihood

In this time of social distancing, brands are finding new ways to authentically connect with their audiences through digital and virtual experiences.
March 25, 2020 | By Amy Bixler and Jill Wittnebel
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Designing Healthcare for Surge Capacity

We need health and wellness systems that continue to give people more choice and we need those systems to flex and respond to pandemics like COVID-19.
March 23, 2020 | By Randy Guillot, James Crispino, and Scot Latimer
A person sitting in a chair.

Remote Working Offers an Opportunity to Experiment and Learn

As COVID-19 disrupts our lives, working from home is now a sudden reality. How can we apply the best practices and tools that make a corporate workplace effective and collaborative, and instead create a great work from home space and routine?
March 18, 2020 | By Janet Pogue McLaurin
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We Are in the Midst of a Paradigm Shift for Higher Education

As we make short-term decisions to respond to the global pandemic, we will also have a long-term opportunity to reinvent the traditional university learning experience.
March 17, 2020 | By David G. Broz
A woman and a man walking up a staircase.

Designing Office Building Lobbies to Respond to the Coronavirus

People spend up to one-third of their lives at work, many of them inside office buildings. If these buildings were proactively designed with features that could stem the spread of communicable disease, the wellness benefits for the general workforce could potentially be widespread.
March 13, 2020 | By J. Kevin Heinly
Diagram, engineering drawing.

Envisioning a Future for USPS Real Estate

As the largest retailer in the nation, the United States Postal Service is uniquely positioned to shape the future of communities across America.
March 05, 2020 | by Stella Donovan, John Ferns, Eric Bieber, Reid Brockmeier, John Cassidy, Shixa Patel, and Brooke Rho
A train on the railway tracks.

Design Forecast Denver: Shaping the Future of Our City

Gensler Denver hosted a discussion about challenges facing cities such as affordable housing, mobility, and climate change.
March 05, 2020 | By Adam Ambro
A city with a river running through it.

Future Cities, Future Buildings

The Johnson Controls (JCI) Asia-Pacific Headquarters in Shanghai, China is a case study in designing and engineering super progressive environments.
March 02, 2020 | By Stephen Katz
A group of people in a large room with a blue wall.

Creating Meaningful Customer Relationships in the Midst of a Merger

A merger has a profound impact on customer experience, but also provides an opportunity to re-focus on what’s working for customers and how best to target and serve new ones.
February 28, 2020 | By Ryan Cavanaugh
A crowd of people walking on a street.

Design Forecast Costa Rica: Shaping the Future of Cities Through the Human Experience

Gensler Costa Rica hosted a panel discussing how public-private partnerships can spur innovation and how buildings and districts are key components of successful cities.
February 25, 2020 | by Christine Durman
A couple of men constructing a wooden structure.

Design Forecast Charlotte: Designing for the Displaced

Gensler Charlotte hosted a discussion about critical issues of affordable housing and homelessness facing our community.
February 25, 2020 | By Brad Brogdon
A group of people walking on a stone path by a building.

Design Forecast Washington, D.C.: Resilience in Our Region

Gensler’s Washington, D.C. office hosted a hyperlocal conversation focused on what the resilience challenge means for the community, and possible solutions.
February 19, 2020 | By Theresa Sheils and Francisco Gonzalez
A room with a couch and chairs.

Experiential Design is Changing the Rules of the Workplace

Client insights from Gensler Morristown's panel discussion on workplace performance.
February 14, 2020 | By David Craig
A group of people standing on a balcony overlooking a city.

Design Forecast Detroit: Shaping the Future of Cities

Gensler’s Detroit office hosted a discussion on urban innovations and their impact on the future of a mobile, connected, and inclusive Detroit.
February 11, 2020 | By John Waller
A group of people sitting at a table in a room with a large window.

Flexible Workspace is on the Rise in the U.K.’s Corporate Sector

Gensler paired up with the British Council of Offices to find out what’s driving the rise of flexible workspace in the U.K. corporate sector.
February 04, 2020 | By Alice Dubot
A building with many windows.

Want Your Organization to be More Creative? Embrace these Four Workplace Strategies

Today, encouraging creativity is a must in every business, from law firms to banks to media companies. A creative culture can come from many factors — but the space you house it all in can be a huge amplifier of creativity.
January 28, 2020 | By Johnathan Sandler
A tall building with many windows.

Developing the World’s Tallest Net Zero Timber Building with Sidewalk Labs

Working with Sidewalk Labs, engineers, environmental specialists, and partners, we explored timber’s potential impact on building design, manufacturing, and sustainability.
January 24, 2020 | By Steven Paynter
A group of people sitting at desks in an office.

The Benefits of Inadvertent Knowledge Transfer

We often learn by overhearing our peers and experiencing the consequences of their behavior — positive, negative, and everything in between — in real time, in person. This is just as true for the workplace as it is for childhood education, and it is just as relevant for factual information as it is for life lessons.
January 15, 2020 | By Cheryl Duvall
A group of people sitting in a room with a large screen.

Gensler Design Forecast Tokyo: How to Win the Battle of Workstyle Transformation

Gensler’s Tokyo office hosted a workshop on how to create a smart and balanced workplace, and investing in the right amenities to attract and retain top talent.
January 15, 2020 | By Daichi Amano and Chie Matsushita
A room with tables and chairs.

Blank Canvas: Using Art to Create Community in the Workplace

Whether it is a curated art program, an emerging artists installation, or a dedicated gallery, organizations are finding unique ways to use art as a tool to inspire social change and connect with the community.
January 13, 2020 | By Santiago Rivera
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Design Forecast Toronto: The Future of Cities

Gensler’s Toronto office hosted a series of presentations that showcased potential futures and near-term solutions for shaping the future of cities.
December 20, 2019 | By Filo Costa and Eric Ginsburg
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Design Forecast Newport Beach: Shaping the Future of Orange County

Gensler’s Newport Beach office hosted a panel discussion on topics ranging from mobility to interconnected communities, social impact, and climate change.
December 20, 2019 | By Kirstie Acevedo
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Design Forecast Newark: Designing Cities for People

Gensler’s New Jersey office hosted a panel discussion on topics ranging from social equity, to new modes of mobility, and the importance of placemaking in economic development.
December 20, 2019 | By Roger Smith
A person walking through a building.

Gensler Design Forecast Beijing: Shaping the Future of Cities

Gensler’s Beijing office hosted a panel discussion on topics ranging from social impact to connected cities.
December 19, 2019 | by Jerry Hung, Emma Chang
A group of people in a room.

Design Forecast Dallas: People-Centered Workplaces Are Driving Connected, Resilient Cities

Gensler Dallas hosted a panel discussion exploring global trends in workplace and office building design, and how the human experience is the driving force behind more resilient, connected cities.
December 13, 2019 | By Cindy Simpson
A high angle view of a building.

Cal-Australia Dreamin’

Addressing the realities of climate change through aspirational policy.
December 13, 2019 | By Nermine Zahran and Anthony Brower
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Design Forecast Las Vegas: Shaping the Future of Work

Gensler Las Vegas hosted a conversation on topics such as top office amenities, branding and identity, and how balance and choice drive the most effective and engaged workplaces
December 12, 2019 | By Chris Dos Santos
A group of people sitting on a couch in a room.

Design Forecast La Crosse: The Future of Work

Gensler’s La Crosse office hosted a panel discussion on workplace trends, including tips for connecting a mobile workforce and managing change in the workplace.
December 10, 2019 | By Julie Henline
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Schooling Kids in the Power of Design

Our long-standing partnership with City Year aims to transform educational spaces with heart for the next generation.
December 09, 2019 | By Beth Novitsky
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AI is Transforming Workplaces. What Does That Mean for Law Firms?

For law firms around the world, artificial intelligence could have seriously impactful possibilities that shape how legal services are delivered in the future, as well as what types of services lawyers could offer.
December 05, 2019 | By Christian Amolsch
A group of people walking around a city.

Designing Intergenerational Communities

In partnership with the Milken Institute's Center for the Future of Aging, Gensler created speculative designs to show how multigenerational communities can be achieved in existing urban environments.
December 03, 2019 | By Stella Donovan and Laura Latham
A person looking at a tablet.

Singles’ Day: From Service to Experience Economy

What started as an informal celebration among Chinese university students has evolved into the single biggest shopping day worldwide — both online and off. How are traditional retailers and e-commerce behemoths in China using digital platforms and physical space to create authentic and lasting connections with consumers in the midst of these mind-boggling sales figures?
November 25, 2019 | By Richard Chang
A city with buildings and streets.

Design Forecast Houston: Our Role in Our City’s Future Experience

Gensler Houston hosted a panel to discuss topics ranging from mobility, to climate change, and the future of livability in Houston.
November 25, 2019 | by Gerald Gehm
A group of people walking around a city.

Design Forecast Philadelphia: Creating Innovative Workplaces to Attract (and Keep) the Best and the Brightest

Gensler Philadelphia hosted a panel on the future of workplace discussing key topics such as emerging technologies, talent competition, and the experience economy.
November 22, 2019 | by Linda Pileggi
A large building with many windows.

Microsoft’s New U.K. Flagship: A Vibrant Community Hub

The tech company's first European flagship is more than just a place to shop or demo products — it’s a destination to engage with the local community and connect with all types of people — from gamers and students, to educators, families, and businesses.
November 21, 2019 | By Aaron Birney and Lara Marrero
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Resilient Cities Begin With Resilient People

Gensler's Denver office partners with Access Gallery, whose mission is to create community and nurture creativity among young adults with disabilities.
November 18, 2019 | By Gensler’s Community Impact Team
A city skyline with a body of water in front of it.

Design Forecast Singapore: Repositioning for Smart Cities

Gensler Singapore hosted a panel examining the impact that repositioning smart cities might have on a well-established, dense urban environments.
November 13, 2019 | By Angela Spathonis
A group of people working on a laptop.

Emotional Security in the Workplace

Creating an environment where employees feel empowered to take risks, ask questions, pose new ideas, and fail can be more important than the environment itself.
November 07, 2019 | By Stella Donovan, Jacob Simons, and Joel Fariss
A group of people outside a building.

Design Forecast Bay Area: Shaping the Future of Connected Cities

Gensler's San Francisco Bay Area offices hosted a panel discussion on new strategies being used to shape the future of the Bay Area and the responsibilities we have to this unique landscape.
October 23, 2019 | By Natalie Engels
A city with tall buildings.

Embracing Constraints to Build a More Sustainable Shanghai

The composed elegance of the 60-story One Museum Place in Shanghai's Jing'an District tells a story of breathtaking skill and ingenuity amidst complex urban limitations.
October 18, 2019 | By Russell Gilchrist
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Design Forecast Charlotte: Tech Talent in the Queen City

Gensler Charlotte hosted a discussion about the future of work and how the it will shape human experience in the city, covering topics such as the tech gender gap and the war for talent.
October 18, 2019 | By Holly Christian
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Design Forecast Phoenix: A New Workplace Narrative

Gensler Phoenix partnered with our local ULI chapter to bring the local community together to discuss new challenges in workplace design, from coworking to change management.
October 14, 2019 | By Rory Carder
A city with a river running through it.

The Future of Climate Policy Starts in Our Cities

Densely populated urban areas are epicenters for greenhouse gas emissions, but the policies made by local legislatures are informing global solutions to climate change.
October 08, 2019 | By Rose DiSarno and Oliver Schaper
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Celebrating 20 Years of Design Excellence

The Gensler Design Excellence Awards is a program that seeks to elevate the firm’s design quality and celebrate design excellence in our projects.
October 03, 2019 | By Jean Anderson and Jeff Barber
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Hospitals in an Age of Climate Change: Can They Survive the Storm?

In the face of extreme weather events, we must plan and design healthcare facilities that can assure quality care even when other basic infrastructure fails.
September 26, 2019 | by Michael Schur and Kelly Westwood
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Doubling Down on Our Commitment to Resilience

With hundreds of millions of square feet of buildings and interior design projects in the pipeline annually, we believe our impact and role in reducing energy demand is critical. That's why we're announcing the Gensler Cities Climate Challenge with an ambitious goal for the entire design industry: eliminate all greenhouse gases associated with the built environment.
September 20, 2019 | By Diane Hoskins
People walking in a train station.

A 'What If?' Manifesto: Improving the Bus Experience

In the U.S., subpar bus riding experiences are common. While that may not be everyone’s daily bus reality, it raises the question: what if this were different?
September 17, 2019 | By Christopher Rzomp
A large brick building.

The Inertia of Home

For tenants, moving is expensive and time-consuming. For owners, high turnover is costly. How do we create an “inertia of home” that entices people to truly come to rest?
September 12, 2019 | By Phil Esocoff
People sitting at tables outside.

Enlivening a Dead Block in San Jose

With the city's support, Gensler San Jose helped repurpose the ground floor of an uninviting parking garage to accommodate micro-retail spaces for local business owners, enliven the community, and encourage a renewed pedestrian experience.
September 05, 2019 | By Gensler’s Community Impact Team
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Transforming Walmart’s Home Office in Bentonville

The world’s largest retailer’s new home office is a connected and sustainable campus where associates are inspired to do their best work.
August 27, 2019 | By Cindy Simpson
A man and woman sitting at a table outside.

Healthcare Providers Take Note: Every Space is a Healthy Workspace

As more organizations provide active, healthy workplaces, healthcare providers are following suit and discovering how a well-performing workplace can be beneficial for everyone.
August 26, 2019 | By Cindy Coleman and Michael Schur
A road with a motorcycle and buildings on the side.

In Africa, Your Solar Panels Don’t Mean Squat

The idea of sustainability, as we currently understand it, just doesn’t hold for the developing world.
August 16, 2019 | By Brenden Jackson
A person working on the laptop.

Creating an Organizational Appetite for Sustainable Design

As people’s attitudes towards sustainability evolve alongside new modes of working, there is a real need for organizations to be intentional about how they implement any new changes.
August 06, 2019 | By Joelle Jach
A room with chairs and tables.

Growing Biopharma Trend: Putting Science on Display

In the highly competitive research landscape centered around New Jersey, biopharmaceutical companies are aligning these values by moving the laboratory front and center, and putting their science on display.
July 25, 2019
A building with a glass front.

Did Your Building Grow With BOMA 2017 Office?

Developers, landlords, and building owners have been adding balconies, patios, and other outdoor amenities to keep up with tenant demand, but the trend is creating challenges.
July 23, 2019 | By Mitch Luehring
People sitting at tables in a restaurant.

10 Key Design Interventions for a Healthier, Happier, and More Productive Workplace

Healthy, happier people are more productive, more likely to collaborate, and more likely to innovate in ways that benefit the bottom line.
July 12, 2019 | By Kirsten Ritchie
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A Multi-Stakeholder Approach to Tackling Rural Waste Management

On Isla Chira, a remote island in Costa Rica's Gulf of Nicoya, a recent groundbreaking showcases Gensler’s commitment to both the environment and making significant local impact.
July 02, 2019 | By Gensler’s Community Impact Team
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Managing for Creativity

To keep up with the robust pace and dynamics of our environment, every organization needs to creatively innovate while delivering value to the bottom line.
June 28, 2019 | By Diane Hoskins
A group of people walking through a glass window.

Designing the Unexpected

Gensler San Francisco gathered a diverse panel of experts to consider the questions we should all be asking ourselves: does city life make us happy? Are our anxiety levels increasing? Are we starving for more human connection?
June 27, 2019 | By Barry Bourbon
People sitting at a table.

Building a More Inclusive University Environment

Small universities are having a hard time providing physical space for their diverse student populations. These campuses are often landlocked and lacking the enormous budgets of some of their larger counterparts. This raises the question: how can smaller universities support inclusion at a small scale while yielding a large impact?
June 25, 2019
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Design Forecast Atlanta: Every City Has a Brand

A city's brand originates from the people who make its neighborhoods rich with personality, values, and promises. Each of us is a brand ambassador for our city, and collectively we create shared experiences that define who we are, and who we want to be.
June 21, 2019 | By Amy Bixler
A person sitting in a library.

Designing Informal Learning Environments with 826 National

826 National, a not-for-profit creative writing and tutoring center network serving underprivileged youth, is taking a novel look at designing learning spaces.
June 20, 2019 | By Gensler’s Community Impact Team
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Community Engagement in Motion

The projects that are most successful are often the ones that invest time in the community and build something greater together.
June 17, 2019 | By Elaine Asal
A large building with a parking lot.

Designing a New Platform for Uber's Vision of Aerial Rideshare

The vision  of aerial ridesharing presented at the 2019 Uber Elevate conference this week is a bold one that promises to shift the way people experience cities — and one that will be a reality much sooner than most people think.
June 12, 2019 | by Tim Hudson
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Community Impact Puts People First

At Gensler, we put people first. Nowhere does that shine through stronger than in our strategic model for Community Impact.
June 12, 2019 | by Gensler’s Community Impact Team
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Hospitals Are Moving Into Their Communities

In the healthcare industry, provider loyalty no longer comes from proximity alone. Thanks to a global trend of digitalization and increasingly available medical knowledge, healthcare consumers are now empowered to seek out providers that offer greater levels of accessibility, convenience, and service.
May 31, 2019 | By Amy Carter and James Crispino
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California’s New Gold Standard for Net Zero Developments

California’s new Zero Net Energy code revisions will drive the creation of perhaps the greatest concentration of energy efficient buildings on the planet.
May 24, 2019 | by Anthony Brower
A person sitting on a couch.

Creating Space for Mental Health Conversations in the Workplace

Work can be both a source of — and a relief from — the stresses of modern life.
May 17, 2019 | by Cheryl Duvall
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The Promise of the Internet of Things in an Airport Environment

In the competitive scramble of airlines and airports to differentiate themselves, the Internet of Things has wide-ranging potential to improve operations and enhance the traveler experience.
May 10, 2019 | by Tim Hudson
People walking on a sidewalk between buildings.

Just a Government Town? Think Again.

High-profile tech companies and consumer brands are relocating to Washington, DC. And they’re not coming for the usual Washington reason: to be near the Federal government.
April 29, 2019 | by Robert A. Peck
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The Power of Narrative in an Era of Evolving Legacies

With boundaries between media and technology constantly blurring, it is easy for media companies to lose sight of both their own legacy and the narrative they seek to craft. At the WTOP headquarters in Washington, D.C., however, a clear, purposeful celebration and expression of brand legacy stems this tide. When a story of this nature is told through workplace design, the results can be extremely powerful not only for employees, but also curious guests or clients.
April 25, 2019 | By Sumita Arora
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Designing a More Flexible, Healthy, and Expressive Legal Office

When it comes to recruitment and retention at law offices, it’s no longer enough just to have a workplace that functions well. A workplace has to capture and enhance a firm’s culture through a variety of design approaches.
April 23, 2019 | By Steve Martin
A group of people walking around a courtyard with umbrellas.

Urbanism and the Pursuit of Happiness

Cities are magnets for those who seek better jobs, opportunities, and more diverse communities. But does city life make us happy? We look at some of the basic building blocks for a better, happier city.
April 18, 2019 | by Claudia Carol
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Houston's ByDesign Group Explores Local Ideas for the Future of Cities

A group of young architects and designers at Gensler Houston are proposing big, bold ideas for the future of their city and beyond.
April 16, 2019 | by Jong Kim
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A How-to for Creative Placemaking and Tactical Urbanism

Pop-up, temporary, and semi-permanent public space projects have evolved past being mere experiments. They now form a substantial part of urban business operations that governments and developers are championing, but until recently policies around temporary use of the urban realm have been murky and difficult to navigate.
April 11, 2019 | by Carolyn Sponza
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You Are Beautiful: Dining by Design

For the 22nd installment of DIFFA New York’s Dining By Design, design firms across the city mobilized to produce 23 carefully curated dining vignettes that raise awareness for individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS. Gensler New York’s 2019 design concept, titled “You Are Beautiful,” served as a celebratory reminder to all those individuals living with HIV/AIDS that they are not alone in their fight.
April 08, 2019 | By Laurel Petriello
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How Open Is Too Open for Your Office?

It’s time to end the debate about whether offices should be an open or closed environment. Gensler’s U.S. Workplace Survey provides answers to how the open office should be.
April 01, 2019 | By Diane Hoskins
A person sitting on a bench next to a pool.

How Do We Accommodate Traveling Service Animals?

In order to make travel more accessible for all passengers, airports are required to provide relief areas for use by service animals. The definition of a service animal has expanded and contracted over the years and, as such, it can be challenging to understand how to best serve their needs.
March 26, 2019 | by Tim Hudson
A group of people sitting at tables.

It's Time for Office Amenities to Get to Work

As the office landscape continues to evolve and companies grant their employees more freedom and choice to work where they like (whether inside or outside the office), Gensler's research shows that the amenities with the greatest impact on effectiveness and experience are those that directly support the work needs of individual employees and their teams.
March 22, 2019 | by Amanda Carroll
People sitting on a couch.

10 Tips for Success in an Open Plan

Transitioning to an open plan doesn’t have to be intimidating. In fact, if it’s an office layout where you have a range of spaces to support focus and collaboration, you'll likely be even be more effective and productive.
March 20, 2019 | by Michael Chappell
A person sitting at a table in a building.

The Open Office Isn't Dead (Redux)

It’s time for a new narrative around work and the workplace — one that reflects the realities of the needs and desires of today’s workers and the diversity of the modern workforce.
March 19, 2019 | by Janet Pogue McLaurin
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Why Not-For-Profits Deserve a Utopian Workplace

Not-for-profit employees are four times more likely to be motivated by mission than the average employee in another sector. What would their workplace utopia look like?
March 07, 2019 | by Amanda Ramos and Santiago Rivera
People walking on a sidewalk.

The Third Lane: Rethinking Street Design for the 21st Century

What does the explosive growth of shared electric scooters tell us about the changing dynamics of city life? And how can we better shape the city of tomorrow to respond to new modes of mobility?
February 26, 2019 | by Dylan Jones
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Keep it Moving: New Technologies at the Airport Curbside

The disruptive impact that Transportation Network Companies and app-based rides have had on airport curbsides has been significant. While companies such as Uber, Lyft, and Wingz are becoming more commonplace, many airports have been caught off guard. Now they’re scrambling to catch up.
February 18, 2019 | by Tim Hudson
A building with a red roof.

From Smart Buildings to Intelligent Placemaking

Data and AI are being invisibly woven into everything around us. As we move towards an intelligence economy where data is a raw material, we have an opportunity to take a new approach to design.
February 14, 2019 | by Richard Tyson
Victoria Peak with many tall buildings.

Polycentric Cities: The Future of Sustainable Urban Growth

As we approach a new normal for urban density, the cities that are best positioned for the future are evolving along a decentralized, multi-nodal model.
February 12, 2019 | By Aleksandar Sasha Zeljic
A city with tall buildings.

If A City Isn’t Smart, Does That Mean It’s Stupid?

The concept of smart cities might be shrewd marketing on the part of tech companies, so what does it mean for a city to truly be “smart”?
February 06, 2019 | by Brenden Jackson
A city with a river running through it.

On Climate Change and Hope

Despite rising carbon dioxide emissions, we can still tackle global warming.
January 23, 2019 | By Rives Taylor and Brenden Jackson
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How Will Biometric Screening Change the Airport Environment?

Fueled by science fiction, biometric screening has long been associated with a futuristic society. Today, governmental agencies, airlines, and airport operators are all exploring the technology as a means to both increase security and improve passenger processing.
January 22, 2019 | by Tim Hudson
A city with many buildings.

Climate Reprogramming

Façade design is an example where performance, technology, and code changes come together to positively impact the environment; our first target should be existing buildings.
January 10, 2019 | by Anthony Brower and Wyatt Frantom
A city with a freeway and buildings.

Creating Transit-Oriented Communities in Los Angeles

Phil Washington of the LA Metro spoke about connecting transit-oriented communities and kicked off a critical shift in the way we think about transportation investments.
January 08, 2019 | By Dylan Jones and Jaymes Dunsmore
A group of people sitting in a room with large windows.

Reimagining the Hotel Lobby as a Vibrant Social Hub

Many of today’s travelers spend more time in the lobby than in their rooms — and, with a mix of hotel guests and locals, today’s lobby feels more like a neighborhood coffee shop than a hotel entry point. Today, the lobby must be a vibrant, 24/7 revenue-generating space designed for a mix of different uses.
January 03, 2019 | by Steven R. Upchurch
A street with people and buildings.

From Railroads to Electric Scooters: How Mobility Shapes the City of Today and Tomorrow

From GPS-enabled electric scooters, to driverless cars, and even aerial ride-share services, disruptive mobility is on the rise. With the explosion of these services, it’s critical that we build a common language of understanding as we shape a vision for the cities of tomorrow.
December 19, 2018 | by Dylan Jones
A building with a glass front.

Creating a Beautiful, Energy-Efficient Building for Harbin Bank

Harbin Bank’s new headquarters in Beijing is both aesthetically pleasing and high performing. By maximizing natural daylight and energy efficiency, while minimizing harmful particulates, the building serves as a climate-responsive solution and an elegant example for the city.
December 17, 2018 | by Russell Gilchrist
Ice and snow on a body of water.

What the Math Behind Climate Change Is Telling Us

Global carbon emissions reached a record high in 2018. As the math of climate action suggests a growing gap between countries’ action pledges and their measures to limit global warming, the question for our industry becomes: how do you approach sustainability design in a world where arresting climate change no longer seems possible?
December 14, 2018 | By Brenden Jackson
A building with a mural on the side.

An Advocate’s Journey: The Role of Design in Enabling Issue Advocacy

Physical space can and should be a catalyst for issue advocacy and it can be the gateway that initially connects people to an issue or cause.
December 12, 2018 | By Ryan Cavanaugh
A building with a large glass wall.

2018 Gensler Design Excellence Awards

Now in its 19th year, the Gensler Design Excellence Awards (GDEA) program sets a standard that all our design teams can aspire to. Within our global firm of more than 6,000 employees, the annual program is a purposeful tradition that nurtures and elevates our design culture.
December 11, 2018
A city with many tall buildings.

Improving the Air We Breathe: Design Strategies for Action

Fire and unhealthy indoor air are global issues. What can we do to improve air quality in the environments we design?
November 30, 2018 | By Gail Napell
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The Costs of Climate Change and the Promise of Resilience

If there’s one clear lesson from the recent National Climate Assessment, it’s that we need to anticipate and prepare for extreme weather-related events, rather than simply react to them. At Gensler, we believe that the building industry has an obligation to help communities prepare while leading the charge against climate change.
November 27, 2018 | By Rives Taylor
A group of grey and white boxes.

Sorting It Out: The Key to Zero Waste Is in the Bin

If the team at San Francisco International Airport is to reach its zero waste goal in the next three years, the airport's facilities must be able to efficiently sort out renewable or reclaimable materials. But if these items are consistently ending up in the wrong bin, then the point of failure in the system seems obvious: the airport just needs better bins.
November 20, 2018 | By Jarrod Holt
A volcano erupting with lava.

As Wildfires Rage in California, Designing for Resilience Becomes Even More Urgent

The effects of climate change are increasingly evident — and urgent. What can we do to create resiliency and mitigate the impact of these frequent and powerful events?
November 16, 2018 | By Anthony Brower
A red and black electronic device.

Pairing BIM and Connected Devices to Elevate Design

Designing in an intricate world involves considering numerous factors. Networked devices help measure various aspects in our created spaces.
October 23, 2018 | by Islay Burgess
A person walking outside of a building.

How the Built Environment Can Help the Climate Crisis

The design industry has an opportunity to make positive impact in the face of climate crisis — here are 5 steps Gensler is taking to reduce carbon impact.
October 11, 2018 | by Anthony Brower
A group of people in a room.

City of Hope Honors Gensler With Spirit of Life Award

City of Hope Honors Gensler With Spirit of Life Award
October 10, 2018
A building with a lot of windows.

Preparing for the Future Now with Resilient Design

As global leaders come together to address how the collective community can help reduce CO2 emissions, we understand our role within this conversation, too.
September 26, 2018
A person walking in a room.

The Smart and the Beautiful Dichotomies in Workplace Design

For tomorrow's workplace, the prime differentiator will be realizing a firm’s cultural promise through the physical form and sequence of its space.
September 05, 2018 | by Jim Prendergast
A room with a large circular object and people in it.

Red Bull Reenergizes a Warehouse as Their Atlanta Workplace

Southern charm and the high-octane world of Red Bull collide for an enthusiastic atmosphere in their new Atlanta office. The office enhances their employees’ experiences by celebrating its local dedication and passion to its Southern customers.
August 08, 2018 | by Gail Malone
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The Open Office Isn't Dead

No two employees or companies are exactly alike. It’s a good idea to remind ourselves of these individualities before jumping to any conclusions.
July 26, 2018 | by Janet Pogue McLaurin
People outside a building.

Will California Lead the Way to Energy Independence?

Global changes are shifting the conversation around energy conservation and climate change from a voluntary, corporate social responsibility goal to a business imperative.
June 18, 2018 | by Anthony Brower
A city with a river running through it.

Designing the First Triple-Certified Green Building in China

Johnson Controls’ Shanghai headquarters incorporated cutting-edge sustainable mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, as well as intelligent building features.
June 11, 2018 | by Stephen Katz
A room with a large window.

From Fitness to Bowling Alleys: How Commercial Office Buildings Are Differentiating Themselves Through Amenities

Here, we offer five ways that amenities can help developers and building owners attract and secure tenants by appealing to their inhabitants
March 28, 2018 | By Erin Saven
A person standing in front of a wall with a colorful design.

But First Let Me Take a Selfie: Designing Sharable Moments

As our lives become more digitally connected, there is not a moment uninterrupted by the desire to post something unique or exciting, leading to an ever-growing demand for photo opportunities to share.
February 26, 2018 | by Debora Novarini
A group of people in a room.

Gensler Atlanta's Office Expansion: A Co-Creating Environment

When we started thinking about our expansion space for Gensler Atlanta’s office last May, we wanted to build an environment that would continue to inspire a creative culture, where each individual’s ingenuity can be unleashed and turned into works of collective genius.
January 29, 2018 | by Erin Greer
Diagram, engineering drawing.

The Gym Of The Future is Closer Than You Think

What do we do when gas stations become obsolete? Turn them into fuel for our bodies instead.
January 17, 2018
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How Environmental Graphics can Inspire Culture and Creativity

The big question is, once you secure outstanding talent, how do you keep the creative juices flowing and help employees feel more connected to their company’s culture?
December 11, 2017 | by Jennifer Hamilton
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How Businesses Can Compete on Experience, and Win on Design

Today, the goal of every project we design at Gensler is to make a positive impact to peoples’ experiences.
November 17, 2017 | by Andy Cohen
A group of people in a room.

Seven Ideas to Create an Inspiring Workplace

Achieving the right kind of workplace is challenging, but the following ideas can change your office from a mundane “greige” environment into something that inspires creativity and innovation.
November 06, 2017 | by Michael Chappell
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Design as an Innovation Super Power

Innovation is an overused word and an underexplored practice.
October 24, 2017 | by Amanda Ramos and Jacob Simons
A building with windows.

The Solutions to Climate Change Are Already at Our Fingertips

Because every project we work on is either part of the problem or part of the solution, we made a commitment to measure the environmental impact of our work, and publish the results to drive discussions  about the best ways to make progress in the future.
September 20, 2017 | by Diane Hoskins
A group of people sitting at a table in a park with tall buildings.

Comparing Boma 2010 and 2017 Office Standards

The latest Office Standard provides a uniform basis for measuring rentable area in both existing and new office buildings.
August 30, 2017 | by Eric Evenstad, Mitch Luehring, Garett Naff
A group of people sitting at a table with a large painting on the wall.

Wellbeing in the Workplace Has Superpowers

The wellbeing of your employees is a business strategy aimed at increasing productivity, enhancing engagement, and improving overall health and happiness in the workplace.
August 14, 2017
A room with tables and chairs.

Dear Office Worker, The Future Is Free-Address

Workplaces are shifting from endless rows of cubes to a free-address work environment that allows you to work anywhere and everywhere. You are no longer tethered to an office or a cubicle. Why the shift?
June 20, 2017 | by Cindy Coleman
A group of people sitting in a room with tables and chairs.

Are Law Firms Ready to Work Remotely?

The legal industry and most other industries are reshaping their workplaces. The most innovative of the bunch are taking less space and collaborating more.
May 22, 2017 | by Jennifer Ellis-Rosa
A person walking in a room with people sitting on couches.

Employee Engagement: A Core Business Strategy

Successful business leaders realize that having engaged employees is not an HR program, but a core business strategy.
April 27, 2017
A high angle view of a building.

Re-Imagining an American Icon

The Willis Tower is one of the world’s tallest buildings. At ground level, however, something is noticeably absent.
March 29, 2017 | by Benjy Ward
People walking in a building.

Human Experience Is the Future of Design

We believe human experience is the future of design. People are the one constant in this era of dramatic technological change, demographic shifts, global volatility and climate change.
February 27, 2017 | by Andy Cohen, Diane Hoskins
A person sitting at a table in front of a van.

Want to Attract Top Talent? Focus on the Employee Experience

The workplace of the future is more about ‘how’ we work; bringing people together to collaborate, innovate, learn, and socialize.
January 02, 2017 | by Christopher Goggin
A group of people posing for a photo with a city in the background.

Gensler Partners with the City of Bogotá on Community Center Initiative

Gensler Partners with the City of Bogotá on Community Center Initiative
September 01, 2016
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A Workplace Designed for the Innovation Economy

The ability to drive new innovation is becoming an essential requirement for organizations to stay competitive today. All the signs point to the same realization… disrupt or be disrupted is the ethos of our time.
July 08, 2016 | by Diane Hoskins
A city with tall buildings.

Designing Vibrant Communities

Vibrant communities are the building blocks of our fast-paced, increasingly urban world. To help cities thrive, these communities must be connected, resilient, healthy and inspiring.
February 26, 2016
A city with tall buildings.

Delivering Creativity on a Global Scale

Our firm revolves around a shared commitment to design excellence and a culture of entrepreneurial self-sustaining leadership.
December 16, 2015 | by Andy Cohen
A train going by a train station.

What makes a world-class airport?

Gleaming new terminals are rising in next-generation cities across the globe; and with these come growing expectations of the airport experience. To remain competitive, legacy regional and national airports are asking: What makes for a world-class airport today?
November 13, 2015
A tall glass building.

Vertical Urbanism and the Livable Cities of Tomorrow

Open spaces – the parks and piazzas that give cities a sense of character and community – are in short supply. To ensure cities remain livable in an urbanizing world, new perspectives on public space are needed. One approach is to look beyond the ground plane.
April 20, 2015
A group of people sitting in a room with a large banner.

The Rise of Academic Incubators

Gensler is exploring the impact of academic incubators on universities, businesses, and communities, leveraging expertise in workplace and higher education design.
March 16, 2015
A building with columns and a fence.

What Is the Function of Libraries in Our New Wired World

The desire to work in a physical environment surrounded by other people is why libraries remain important places for studying and performing individual work.
August 29, 2014 | by Kimberly Hickson
A group of people sitting in a room with a laptop.

All Squared Away

22squared’s new office makes a pitch for the ad agency’s creative culture
May 29, 2012
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