When I sat down to write my very first piece for officeinsight, I wasn’t sure what I’d say or if my voice would matter. I didn’t have the loudest voice or the…
“Designing for People, Place, and Purpose” was the theme of an event I recently hosted, bringing design leaders from across the country together for a dialogue about the evolving world of design. Although…
Every so often, a book comes along that is so impactful you want to share its message with everyone you know. The book has sparked conversation with colleagues, been mentioned in team…
We are living in an age where corporations seem to be consolidating at record speed. Major furniture manufacturers are merging together, and architecture and design giants continue to expand by absorbing local…
People don’t become designers to get rich or famous. No one I’ve met is chasing private jets or presidential titles. If there’s one undeniable truth I’ve learned after months of podcast interviews…
Summer isn’t just a season, it’s a shift. The pace softens. The days stretch longer. And in the design world, the familiar rhythm gives way to summer hours and sporadic vacations. Recent…
A few weeks ago, during a pre-show walkthrough in Fulton Market, I rode past a mural that made me turn my head and stare. Scrawled in bold letters across a black and…
Some of the most valuable lessons don’t happen in meetings or client presentations. For me, the most recent reminder came during a family ski trip, bundled in too many layers and helping…
Everyone’s past tells a story, and every future is a work in progress. But what makes a good story? These thoughts have been swirling in my head ever since I started a…
We’ve popped the champagne and have swept away the good and the bad of last year to make room for new beginnings in 2025. In the midst of an ever-evolving world of…
There’s a certain magic to the simple moments of holiday preparation—the sparkle of lights, the warm glow of candles, the careful selection of gifts for loved ones. These traditions are a small…
Walking through change is like hiking before daybreak, full of uncertainty and anticipation of the unknown. Some call it exhilarating; others call it terrifying. I’d call it both. Adventure isn’t about knowing…