Leadership Edge: TRXL 186
Rethinking architecture’s value chain: exploring tool specificity over monoliths, the real obstacles in AEC, and why capturing design intent, not just drawings, is key to thriving in the age of AI and automation.
Evan Troxel
188: ‘Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable’, with Gavin Crump
A conversation with Gavin Crump about exploring personal evolution in AEC, embracing programming as creativity, and building a public brand through generosity, while highlighting the importance of retaining talent within the industry.
Leadership Edge: TRXL 185
Radical transparency in architecture firms: exploring real-time data benchmarks, financial literacy as a design skill, and how open operations create team alignment and sustainable business models for better project outcomes.
187: ‘It’s Just Poly’s on a Map’, with Rob Asher and James Blackwood
A conversation with Rob Asher and James Blackwood about exploring the integration of design and data, the challenges of traditional architectural tools, and how Giraffe empowers architects to leverage technology for better decision-making and streamlined workflows in urban planning.
Leadership Edge: TRXL 184
Merger of Chaos and EvolveLab redefines AEC workflows, turning rendering into a design tool, not just a deliverable. AI-powered visualization democratizes the design process, while small teams drive outsized innovation through practitioner-centered development.
186: ‘Bringing a Bazooka to a Banana Fight’, with Clifton Harness
A conversation with Clifton Harness about exploring the future of architectural technology, challenging industry norms, and the importance of innovation in architecture. Clifton Harness discusses how professionals must adapt to thrive in a changing AEC landscape.
Leadership Edge: TRXL 183
Rethinking architecture through AI, knowledge management, and sustainable innovation—Natalia Bakaeva shares her journey from architect to tech founder, offering insights into transforming workflows and retaining talent in the AEC industry.