Designing workplaces that truly work means designing for everyone, from early‑career talent to seasoned experts. Gensler's Jane Clay, Tina Hakkaki, and Priya Parmar explore how multigenerational teams shape what the modern office needs: more choice, more flexibility, and spaces that honor different workstyles without forcing one “right” way to work. https://lnkd.in/eDYH5jjD
Gensler
Architecture and Planning
San Francisco, California 651,741 followers
Shaping the future of cities by enhancing the human experience.
About us
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 57 locations across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: To create a better world through the power of design. We believe the power of design can spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone. Gensler was named one of Forbes’ Best Large Employers in 2024, and our award-winning culture has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the Top 10 Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024. Our people-first philosophy is centered on the core ideas of diversity empowerment, impact, community, respect, and growth. You can learn more about our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace at https://www.gensler.com/about/inclusion. A note on recruitment: Gensler will never reach out to prospective employees or vendors through social media or messaging apps. Please see our website for how to avoid recruitment fraud: https://www.gensler.com/recruitment-fraud-alert
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- Industry
- Architecture and Planning
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- 5,001-10,000 employees
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- San Francisco, California
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- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1965
- Specialties
- Architecture, Brand Design, Consulting, Interior Design, Planning + Urban Design, Product Design, Sustainability Consulting, Digital Experience Design, Hospitality, and Workplace Design
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Women's unique experiences and safety often surface the gaps cities overlook, from lighting and visibility to how people move through spaces at different times of day. In closing out #WomensHistoryMonth, voices from across the Gensler Research Institute reflect on what it means to design cities that truly account for women's experiences. Findings from our City Pulse survey reveal stark differences in how women navigate urban environments. When cities design for women, they raise the bar for everyone. Gensler's Global Cities Lead Sofia Song, Research Analyst Jacqueline Scherr, Ph.D., and Research Strategist Jacob Plotkin explore what cities can do to get there. 📖 Full article in the comments.
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Fast Company explored how architects can design airports to ease long security lines, with insights from Gensler Aviation Leader Ty Osbaugh. He discussed designing to manage varying flows of passengers, referencing Gensler’s work on the $9.5 million redesign of Terminal 1 at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City, where the pre-security, or landside space, accommodates overflow with efficient layouts and a calming, engaging environment. Link to article in comments. #AirportDesign #AviationNews #AirportLines
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Four106’s transformed lobby and amenity experience are redefining what tenants expect in Bellevue’s competitive office market. By embracing the site’s unique topography, Gensler created layered, connected spaces that feel warm, modern, and community-driven. With curated artwork, a living green wall, and a street‑facing coffee bar that activates the public realm, the building delivers an environment where tech‑forward teams can work, gather, and recharge. 📸Ed Sozinho
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The future doesn’t unfold on its own — leaders shape it by seeing what others overlook. Join Gensler's Derrick Mead and Lis Russo as they explore how disciplined foresight helps leaders navigate uncertainty with intention, not intuition. It’s a reminder that the most resilient organizations aren’t just reacting to change. Instead, they’re preparing for multiple futures at once. https://lnkd.in/eVhvJi87 #forecasting #designforecast #designtrends
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Introducing The Blueprint Studios at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. — the newest space in the arena’s transformation. Designed by Gensler, the club draws inspiration from the streets of D.C., featuring coffered ceilings referencing Union Station, and archways, lampposts, and Neoclassical details woven into every corner. Gensler Design Director Andrew Jacobs details how The Blueprint Studios are designed to give fans a full night out, with an experience that feels unmistakably rooted in this city and unmistakably new. The Blueprint Studios marks another chapter in Monumental Sports & Entertainment’s reimagining of Capital One Arena, opening ahead of the 2027-28 season.
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The experience economy is already here. Cities that thrive in 2026 and beyond won’t win on amenities alone, but rather they’ll win on meaningful, memorable experiences that keep people coming back. Gensler’s Lexi Barry breaks down what it really takes for cities to compete and why design is becoming a city’s biggest differentiator. https://lnkd.in/eWjiqzZK
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We’re pleased to announce the completion of the first phase of CamLIFE, a pioneering science and innovation campus in Cambridge, developed by US-based life sciences real estate investment company Longfellow Real Estate Partners. The milestone marks the transformation of 170,000 square feet of underutilized office spaces into state-of-the-art laboratories and workplace environments, strengthening the region’s research ecosystem. Comprising three separate buildings, Gensler's design approach embraced adaptive reuse, retaining the existing structural frames and facades to reduce environmental impact. Welcoming reception spaces and light-filled communal areas set the tone for innovation and collaboration. While the architectural strategy is consistent across Cam 1, Cam 2 and Cam 3, each building’s reception features a subtly distinct color palette. Photography Credit: Vigo Jansons
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Following the loss of Pacific Palisades Charter High School in the LA fires, more than 2,500 students were left without a place to learn. Gensler was asked to do something that had never been done and transform a vacant Sears building in Santa Monica into a fully operational school — in just four weeks. By activating our global studio network, teams worked in 24‑hour cycles to advance drawings and prepare documentation at a pace the industry had never seen. Our partners matched that urgency. The City of Santa Monica issued permits in under 72 hours, and vendors donated essential materials, including enough carpeting to cover two football fields. Pali High South is more than a temporary campus. It’s a blueprint for adaptive reuse as disaster‑response infrastructure, demonstrating how design can restore essential services at speed and scale when communities need it most. We’re honored that Fast Company named Gensler one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies 2026 in recognition of our work with Pali High: https://lnkd.in/eSpFKxmh
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What if the smallest shifts in your workplace could create the biggest cultural impact? At Gensler, we’re uncovering how subtle design “nudges” can spark connection, reinforce behaviors, and transform how teams work without massive change efforts. From micro‑interventions to intentional space cues, these small moves add up. Curious how? Gensler’s Priscilla Teh has more: https://lnkd.in/eXGgs_vQ
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