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SUSTAINABILITY
Resilience by Design
Our Resilience by Design Report presents solutions for transforming the built environment to achieve a net zero carbon impact across our portfolio...
RESEARCH
U.S. Legal Workplace Survey 2025
We surveyed U.S. lawyers to understand how they are working across five work modes — and what spaces can support them to do their best work.
WEBINAR
Experience Design Trends 2025
Gensler’s Global and APME Digital Experience Design, Strategy, and Brand leaders explore top trends for 2025 in Experience Design.
RESEARCH
Evolving Immersive: The 2025 Immersive Entertainment & Culture Industry Report
Explore the most comprehensive evaluation of the state of Immersive Experience available today, published in partnership by Gensler and the Immersive...
BLOG
The New Experiential Hybrid
The New Hybrid experience brings together the robust attributes of commerce, culture, and leisure, and recalibrates the urban experience.
BLOG
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.
DESIGN FORECAST
2025
Explore Gensler’s Design Forecast 2025, a collection of top global design trends shaping the future of the human experience and the built environment.
RESEARCH
REACH for Transit: Improving Rider Experience and Customer Hospitality
To boost public transit ridership, cities must address safety concerns, reduce wait times, improve system navigation, and enhance the overall rider...
RESEARCH
Vulnerable Communities & Climate Change: Building in Resilience
Resilience hubs, which offer community spaces, disaster preparedness, and self-sustainability, can improve insurability, lower insurance rates, and...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
INSIGHT
5 Trends Shaping Design in 2025
Here are the 5 most important and actionable themes shaping design in 2025, based on over 100 trends across 33 industries around the world.
DESIGN FORECAST
2024
Design Forecast 2024 explores design trends and strategies across 33 practice areas that are transforming challenges into positive change and...
BLOG
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.
RESEARCH
Global Climate Action Survey 2024
Gensler surveyed people around the world about their experiences with climate-related issues, such as extreme weather, and perceptions of whether...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
Introducing the Gensler Transit-Oriented Development Opportunity Index
The Gensler Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Opportunity Index
TM
is a tool for unlocking the unrealized value of existing transit stations and...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
RESEARCH
Global Workplace Survey 2024
Gensler’s workplace survey reveals what matters most to design high-performing workplaces and proposes a new precedent for measuring workplace...
RESEARCH
The Return of the City
We examined how global perceptions have shifted from 2021 to 2023 across 15 global cities to understand the obstacles and opportunities facing cities...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
Gensler Voices: Ryley Poblete on His Favorite Gensler Project
Ryley Poblete, a designer
for Gensler Los Angeles, shares how mentorship can empower and educate.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
TRENDS
The 8 Trends Shaping Design in 2024
Here are the most important signals and key opportunities we see in the building industry today.
BLOG
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.
INSIGHT
COP28
Gensler attended COP28 in Dubai to work together with government leaders, partners, and clients to inspire impactful sustainability solutions and...
PODCAST
From Stores to Stories: Immersive Experience and the Future of Retail
Gensler’s Bob Weis, Rob Bischoff, and Lara Marrero, unpack what truly makes an experience immersive and the role designers play in shaping the...
BLOG
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...
RESEARCH
City Pulse 2023: The Future of Central Business Districts
We surveyed urban residents in 53 cities across the globe to understand their experiences in central business districts from the perspectives of...
BLOG
Designing a New Workplace to Embrace Future Workstyles
The new workplace experience must be elevated to embrace new workstyles.
PODCAST
Attainable and Affordable Housing: Creating Homes for All
Gensler’s Global Residential Leader Kelly Farrell and housing experts discuss how we can prioritize and design for more affordable and attainable...
WEBINAR
Magnetizing People & Places Through the Power of Brand
Gensler’s Brand Design and industry leaders delve into a conversation about the power of brand strategy and storytelling.
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
5 Strategies for Heat Resilient Design
Here are five strategies we need to embrace to create heat resilient design solutions for the coming years.
BLOG
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.
PODCAST
Office-to-Residential Conversions: Mandates, Myths, and Possibilities
Experts weigh the opportunities, myths, and challenges of converting increasingly vacant office buildings into much needed housing.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
How Civic Architecture Can Strengthen Our Social Fabric
The design of our civic buildings and public spaces can influence our personal and societal health.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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...
RESEARCH
Global Workplace Survey Comparison 2023
We surveyed office workers around the globe to understand how the workplace should evolve to meet their needs.
BLOG
5 Conversations That Define 2023’s Evolving Workplace
Here are five design trends emerging as key drivers for the future workplace.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
Trends to Watch: Shaping the Future of Attainable Housing
Gensler Residential Leader Kelly Farrell discusses attainable housing trends and potential solutions.
BLOG
Designing Innovative Pathways to Affordable Housing in Los Angeles
Gensler’s Roger Sherman discusses affordable housing pathways, multigenerational living, co-living solutions, and more.
BLOG
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...
PODCAST
What Is the Architect’s Role in Creating Equitable Communities?
Contributors of an AIA resource share how architects can bring about racially just and equitable outcomes for all members of the communities they...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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...
DESIGN FORECAST
2023
Design Forecast identifies trends and design strategies that are shaping the future with strategic advice, research, and projects across Gensler’s 29...
BLOG
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...
RESEARCH
City Pulse 2022: Urban Mobility Report
We surveyed residents across 30 cities around the world to understand their mobility experiences, preferences for urban transportation, and opinions...
BLOG
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...
RESEARCH
U.S. Workplace Survey 2022
The future of the office is about creating the right experiences. Beyond collaboration, employees want the office to be a great place to get work...
BLOG
Empathy, Embracing Differences, and the Power of Good Listening: A Conversation with Susan Lai
We sat down with Gensler’s Susan Lai to discuss Candid Conversations, a recurring gathering, to celebrate the diversity of Gensler’s people and their...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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.
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
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...
BLOG
Designing a Black-Owned Gallery to Elevate Artists of Color
At Gallery 90220, a new Black-owned art space in South L.A., Gensler's designers leveraged the power of design to literally create a platform to...
INSIGHT
CitySpace: Gensler’s Uber Elevate Skyport Concept Reimagines the Future of Cities
The future of cities relies on designers to consider mobility, human experience, climate change, connected cities, and social impact. Gensler’s...
DIALOGUE ARTICLE
Building a Bridge for L.A.'s Homeless Population
An emergency housing program provides critical interim housing for Los Angeles’ homeless.
