Architecture & Engineering Business Strategies
SHoP Architects: How To Structure Innovative Project Teams (w/ Luisa Mendez)
22 Jun 2021
Few architecture firms can be seen as true trailblazers. But SHoP Architects is defying convention on everything from design to fabrication to installation. Luisa Mendez is a Senior Associate at SHoP Architects in New York City, where she has worked on projects like the Design Miami Pavilion, the Barclay Center, and the Porterhouse building. So how can you use technology and unique construction design to disrupt an industry? By leveraging digital delivery and tracking specific goals.Interview TakeawaysSHoP’s 3 pillarsThe roles at SHoPWhy you should mix experience levels and specialtiesGive designers the choice to specialize...or notSet up systems for employee successThree-fold project goals: value, data-driven, and time-drivenMeet goals thanks to an invested teamHow a 3D project delivery system improves communicationLeverage digital delivery toolsThe lagging tech at city agenciesLuisa’s dream firm setupHow digital tools can catch problems before they happenShow LinksCheck out SHoP ArchitectsFollow SHoP Architects on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Luisa Mendez on LinkedInConnect with George Valdes on LinkedIn or TwitterCheck out MonographFollow Monograph on LinkedIn or TwitterListen and read more about Monograph
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