Top 100 Giants 2017: Reflections on How Design Has Changed and Where It’s Headed
“The coming decades are all about user experience.” —Gensler
“Given the speed of technological change, the tools we use to develop our ideas may be dramatically different—and we will continue to invest in them—but the fundamentals of great design will remain consistent.” —ASD
“Social responsibility and solving workplace issues have become priorities.” —Perkins + Will
“Space has a deeper influence on effectiveness of business culture and occupant outlook than in the past. Buildings are no longer just a place to work, but a place in which to create community.” —Gresham, Smith and Partners
“As clients diversify their offerings, our firm now fills several roles on projects—from branding and research to interior design and procurement.” —Gettys Group
“We are designing spaces that optimize the intended use while remaining nimble to accommodate the unexpected.” —Stantec
“Clients care much more that people of all abilities can live in and enjoy the same interior.” —Hartman Design Group
“Design can catalyze organizational change in ways few other actions can. Increased metrics on business performance have resulted in more focused up-front discussions about how the workplace should perform and what it means to its users.” —Huntsman Architectural Group
“We’ve witnessed a continuing movement toward evidence-based design and a willingness for post-occupancy survey and evaluation to document design’s impact.” —DLR Group
“Virtual reality and mixed-reality systems represent a massive forward leap in the ability to communicate design intent. We use these technologies to refine ideas, identify challenges, and create a more immersive experience.” —M Moser Associates
“Great design used to be a luxury. Clients now know great design is a necessity—and that it doesn’t have to come with a big price tag.” —Elkus Manfredi Architects
“Our work in health care has informed a greater focus on wellness across all sectors.” —HKS
