In this episode, ThinkLab’s hospitality research takes center stage as Amanda Schneider and Erica Waayenberg unpack how decision-making is shifting across hotel and hospitality projects. From rising risk aversion and burnout to growing expectations around business acumen and the practical role of AI, this episode explores what hospitality end users need most right now and how teams can move forward with more clarity and confidence.    LINKS:   End-User Decision Making  Join Thinklab’s research  Podcast Discussion Guide  5 Question Quiz to Earn CEU Credits  Thank you to our episode sponsor: Mohawk See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Live from the Healthcare Design Conference in Kansas City, this episode explores how healthcare end users are navigating increasingly complex decisions for the built environment. Hear why early problem-spotting beats crisis response, what’s breaking alignment at the start of projects, and how clearer communication and stronger partnerships can help healthcare teams move faster with more confidence.  LINKS:   End-User Decision Making Join Thinklab’s research Podcast Discussion Guide   5 Question Quiz to Earn CEU Credits Thank you to our episode sponsors: Haworth and Clarus.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Live from Chicago, this episode of Design Nerds Anonymous dives into how corporate end users are making decisions differently in today’s built environment. Hear real conversations straight from ThinkLab’s Corporate Hackathon on why flexibility matters more than cost, what’s slowing projects down, and how clearer, more empathetic partnerships can move work forward faster. LINKS:   End-User Decision Making Join Thinklab’s research Podcast Discussion Guide 5 Question Quiz to Earn CEU Credits Thank you to our episode sponsors: Shaw Contract and Clarus.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Explore the evolving role of sustainability in architecture and design with our guest, Avi Rajagopal, Editor-in-Chief at Metropolis.

Explore the emotional, sensory, and sustainable connections to water with experts Mike Sale and Dr. Elena Berg, plus innovations like tankless reverse osmosis and actionable water conservation tips.

Meredith Campbell is joined by Brian McCourt and Michael Gordon to explore how technology and data are transforming real estate strategy, enhancing user experience and indoor environmental quality, and driving more informed, cost-effective design decisions through early tech integration.

In this episode, Amanda Schneider and Meredith Campbell share key insights from their six-month Design Hackathon research, uncovering the challenges and evolving strategies in customer decision-making within the built environment.

Tune in to The Learning Objective as Steve Orfield and Evan Benway explore the impact of multi-sensory design on comfort and functionality, delving into how noise and soundscaping can transform user experiences and cognitive behavior.

Join us on The Learning Objective as we dive into the commercial construction industry's challenges and opportunities, exploring trust-based team formation, early collaboration, technology's role, and effective teamwork for successful project outcomes.

Tune in to The Learning Objective as ThinkLab explores how water in the built environment enhances mental and physical health, revealing the biophilic design patterns that architects and designers can use to foster creativity and well-being.