Author: Editorial Desk

AI isn’t changing whether data centers get built—it’s transforming how they’re designed and how their value is communicated. As highlighted by Semafor, tech companies are moving away from anonymous concrete bunkers toward thoughtfully designed facilities shaped by community input. Designers at Gensler and across the industry are already envisioning data centers as hashtag#communityassets—integrating hashtag#gardens, hashtag#playgrounds, and shared hashtag#amenities to demonstrate benefits beyond the technology inside. The shift helps organisations show stakeholders tangible hashtag#publicvalue, aligning hashtag#infrastructure with hashtag#placemaking, transparency, and long-term trust.

CannonDesign proudly marked the grand opening of Connecticut Children’s new eight-story Clinical Tower on the Hartford campus last week—a milestone that reflects a deep commitment to creating environments that support healing, comfort and meaningful patient experiences. Throughout the design process, the patient journey served as the guiding priority. The tower features a welcoming, expansive lobby highlighted by a two-story “tree of life” sculpture, bird-inspired light fixtures and nature-themed artwork—elements thoughtfully crafted to spark joy and curiosity while easing anxiety for pediatric patients and their families. These design gestures together shape a nurturing atmosphere that supports both emotional wellbeing and clinical…

Populous has appointed Cary Hirschstein as the sports architecture firm’s first Head of Real Estate Strategy, marking a strategic move to strengthen its capabilities across hashtag#Sports, hashtag#Entertainment and hashtag#MixedUse development. Hirschstein joins the Kansas City–based firm from HR&A Advisors, where he served as managing partner leading the sports and entertainment practice. With nearly two decades of experience spanning multiple facets of mixed-use and sports-led development, his career has long intersected with major players across the sports architecture ecosystem – including Populous. In his new role, he will lead the firm’s newly established real estate strategy group, be based in New…

HOK has announced a series of strategic leadership appointments, reinforcing its commitment to sector-led expertise and future-focused growth. Hoang Nguyen has been named Regional Leader of Aviation + Transportation in Los Angeles, David Pugh steps into a newly created role as Technology Sector Practice Leader in San Francisco, and Amy Wessel MBA, MHA joins as Director of Healthcare Consulting, based in St. Louis. With 18 years of global experience, Hoang Nguyen brings deep leadership across complex hashtag#aviation, hashtag#rail, hashtag#cultural, and hashtag#mixeduse projects. David Pugh will lead HOK’s hashtag#ScienceAndTechnology group, shaping design strategies for advanced sectors including hashtag#robotics, hashtag#AI, hashtag#quantumscience, hashtag#computing,…

Oberoi Realty welcomes Bodega Villa D'Orta to Avenue – the upcoming experiential dining destination at the International Business Park in Oberoi Garden City, Goregaon. The addition marks an exciting new chapter for the precinct, strengthening its position as a vibrant hub for hashtag#experientialdining and hashtag#workplacelifestyle. Set within a dynamic commercial ecosystem, Bodega 39 is poised to add flavour, energy, and a social edge to Avenue, enhancing everyday experiences for professionals and visitors alike. The collaboration reflects a shared vision of creating destinations that go beyond functionality to offer memorable moments. Congratulations to the teams driving this launch – Kshitij Bahri,…

Sonali Bhagwati, Design Partner at DesignPlus Architecture, New Delhi, is set to take the stage as a Speaker at ID Mumbai 2025 – bringing decades of design excellence, thought leadership, and practice-driven insight to the platform. A graduate of CEPT University, Ahmedabad, Sonali further honed her craft under Architect Bernard Kohn as a scholarship recipient of L’Institut Français d’Architecture. She co-founded Spazzio Design Architecture with Sohrab Dalal and is currently a partner at DesignPlus Architecture, with a portfolio of 200+ completed projects and multiple award-winning works. Her contributions to hashtag#architecture and hashtag#interiordesign have been widely recognised, including being named Architect…

RMJM recently participated in the Machines Can Think Summit in Abu Dhabi, joining global leaders, technologists, and strategists to explore how artificial intelligence is moving beyond theory into real-world application across industries. The summit placed strong emphasis on practical AI deployment, with discussions spanning governance frameworks, digital infrastructure, and the growing role of advanced technologies in shaping decision-making at scale. Key sessions examined how AI is actively transforming complex systems—from data-driven operations to future-ready design thinking—highlighting its increasing influence on cities and large-scale urban environments. Conversations also reinforced the importance of responsible and human-centric AI integration within the built environment.…

A recognized authority in #WaterSupply and #WaterResources, Guy Carpenter serves as Global Water Supply Practice Leader at Woolpert, bringing more than 30 years of leadership across water, wastewater, reclaimed water, and master planning. Known throughout the firm as the trusted “H2O Guy,” his expertise continues to shape resilient, future-focused water strategies worldwide. Based in Woolpert’s Chicago office, Guy closely tracks #Megatrends and #Innovation shaping the global water sector. His work combines technical depth with strategic foresight—helping clients navigate complex environmental, regulatory, and infrastructure challenges while advancing sustainable, long-term water solutions. As part of a January thought-leadership campaign, Guy is spotlighting…

Operating at the intersection of #SustainableDesign and #DataCenterArchitecture, Lou Wright, RA, LEED AP leads sustainable design consulting for data center developers across global markets at Woolpert. His work focuses on aligning high-performance digital infrastructure with environmental responsibility and long-term operational efficiency. Lou joined Sheehan Nagle Hartray Architects, a Woolpert company, in 2022 as the firm integrated into Woolpert’s global platform. A LEED-certified architect, he continues to deepen his expertise, most recently earning a certificate in #HybridTimber construction from The University of British Columbia. Based in Chicago, Lou also serves as a faculty member at the Illinois Institute of Technology, strengthening…

Global architecture and design firm Perkins Eastman has been ranked #9 among the top performing arts center architecture firms for 2025 by Building Design+Construction Media. The recognition underscores the firm’s continued influence in shaping high-performance cultural venues that balance architectural legacy with contemporary artistic expression. Evolving Demands of Performing Arts Architecture Performing arts venues today are expected to serve as more than performance spaces. They function as cultural anchors, academic assets, and civic destinations—requiring advanced acoustics, flexible programming, and community-focused design. Perkins Eastman’s ranking reflects its ability to respond to these evolving demands through innovation, technical expertise, and people-centred design…