Collective D(esign): The Future

Oct 23, 2023 By Jessica Jones

In season four we explore visions for the future—how we will grow and evolve our industry

By Jessica Jones Oct 23, 2023

Published in Programs

The 2023 Season of Collective D(esign) takes a deeper dive into the collective consciousness of the design community and society at large. This fourth season in the series focuses on exploring the many visions of ‘the future,' and ways we can use new models of design inquiry to further the growth and evolution of our industry. In our almost-post-pandemic era, so much of our lived reality has changed and continues to evolve. IIDA brings together leading thinkers at the intersection of design and industries that inform and collaborate on a new vision for the future, for these important conversations. Join us as we dig deeper into the innovation changing our lives, the people leading the charge, the design thinking we all need now, and the issues we are tackling, from equity and justice to environmental awareness and sustainability.

Experts and design leaders including educators, design principals, and futurists across the industry came together for these important discussions led by IIDA Executive Vice President and CEO, Cheryl S. Durst, Hon. FIIDA along with Mark Bryan, IIDA, senior foresight manager, Future Today Institute; Jason Pugh, principal and global director of diversity, equity & inclusion, Gensler; and Kendra Locklear Ordia, IIDA, Assistant Professor of Interior Design, University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Each episode is approved for and eligible for 1 IDCEC CEU credit, visit the academy page for more details on these and other CEU opportunities.

Episode One | Future Female: Small and Mighty

In this episode, we examine the growth of small women-led firms and the ways in which they are shifting the face of design. In this important conversation we explore the motivation behind why and how they were formed, the role of community, building strategy, and the skills and tools they need to start, grow, and progress.

Moderated by:
Cheryl S. Durst, Hon. FIIDA, Executive VP and CEO, IIDA

Panelists:
Anishka Clarke, Founder and Interior Design Director, Ishka Designs
Sarah Kuchar-Parkinson, IIDA, Owner and Creative Director, Kuchar
Betsy Vohs, Founder & CEO, Studio BV

For full details on earning 1 IDCEC CEU credit for this program, visit the Episode One program academy page.

Episode Two | The Future of Living Equitably

In this episode, we examine how we can design and plan for housing and community development to support racial justice and equity. Examining structural changes needed and pathways to change. This group of leaders consider how the industry can champion change and model new practices that can shift the way our cities and communities are developed in the future.

Moderated by:
Jason Pugh, Principal and Global Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Gensler

Panelists:
Monica Chadha, Founder, Principal Architect, Civic Projects Architecture
Terry Guen, Principal and Founder, Terry Guen Design Associates
Yiselle Santos Rivera, Principal, Director of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, HKS

For full details on earning 1 IDCEC CEU credit for this program, visit the Episode Two program academy page.

Episode Three | Beyond Futurism

Live at NeoCon 2023, in this episode, we examine how we can all develop and utilize design thinking skills to help improve our work from design, to community, planning and also provide support for our personal lives and careers. This panel of futurists and design strategy leaders break down the essential components of thinking and working like a futurist, starting today.

Moderated by:
Mark Bryan, IIDA, Senior Foresight Manager, Future Today Institute

Panelists:
Paola Aguirre, Urban Designer and Partner, Borderless Studio
Ryan Anderson, Vice President of Global Research and Insights, MillerKnoll
Todd Heiser, FIIDA, Principal, Managing Director, Gensler
Kaelynn Reid, IIDA, Certified Design Futurist, Kimball International
Elise Valoe, Director of Research and New Business Innovation, Steelcase

For full details on earning 1 IDCEC CEU credit for this program, visit the Episode Three program academy page.

Episode Four | Designing the New Work/Life

In this episode, we examine and explore how shifting culture, people, and real estate/space needs, impact what the new work environments look and feel like? What are the questions businesses are asking themselves, as it is no longer one-size-fits-all for office space and work environments. What does working everywhere really look like and what are the pathways to success?

Moderated by:
Cheryl Durst, Hon. FIIDA, Executive Vice President and CEO, IIDA

Panelists:
Sarah Brophy, Design Director and Principal, IA Interior Architects
Kim Rousseau, IIDA, Firmwide Corporate Interiors Practice Chair, Perkins + Will
Micki Washington, IIDA, Principal, Regional Leader of Workplace, HOK

For full details on earning 1 IDCEC CEU credit for this program, visit the Episode Four program academy page.

Episode Five | Learning New

In this episode, IIDA convenes education and design leaders as they examine new models for learning. This panel will explore how design education and designing for education, can shift society and the ways it can be a catalyst for growing diversity and expanding the reach of the design community.

Moderated by:
Kendra Locklear Ordia, IIDA, Assistant Professor of Interior Design, University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Panelists:
Dr. Angelita Scott, PhD, Director, Community Concept and Health Equity Lead International WELL Building Institute
Igor Siddiqui, IIDA, Associate Professor, University of Texas-Austin
Milagros Zingoni Phiellip, Associate Professor and Director of the School of Interior Architecture, Director of Diversity Relations College of Architecture and Design at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville