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- Feb 10, 202632 min
Education Decision Making in Practice LIVE from EdSpaces in Columbus
Recorded live at the EDspaces conference in Columbus, this episode explores how education leaders are navigating high-stakes decisions under unforgiving timelines. Hear why trust, clarity, and early alignment matter more than ever, what’s slowing education projects down, and how partners can help schools move forward with confidence and credibility. 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 Haworth.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Feb 3, 202630 min
What Shapes Hospitality Decisions Behind the Scenes: Behind Thinklab’s Private Research
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: MohawkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Jan 27, 202632 min
What Drives Healthcare Design Decisions Today: LIVE from HCD in KC
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 MakingJoin Thinklab’s researchPodcast Discussion Guide 5 Question Quiz to Earn CEU CreditsThank 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.
- Jan 20, 202630 min
Inside Corporate Decisions for the Built Environment: LIVE from Chicago
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 MakingJoin Thinklab’s researchPodcast Discussion Guide5 Question Quiz to Earn CEU CreditsThank 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.
- Mar 11, 202540 min
Beyond Green: Rethinking Sustainability in Design
Explore the evolving role of sustainability in architecture and design with our guest, Avi Rajagopal, Editor-in-Chief at Metropolis, as we dive into key metrics, material selection, and the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change.After listening, you will be able to: · Explore the Evolution of Sustainability in Architecture and Design · Identify Emerging Tools and Innovations for Sustainable Design · Assess the Impact of Collaborative Efforts in Driving Sustainability · Decode the Metrics of Sustainability in Design.Take this short, 5-question quiz to receive your CEU credits: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8PJNLNBThis episode is accredited for IDCEC, AIA | 0.5 CEU/0.5 LUSpecial thanks to our CEU episode sponsors, Humanscale, for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Dec 3, 202431 min
The Delight of Water
In this episode, we dive into the emotional and sensory connections people have with water and address rising concerns about its quality. Experts Mike Sale (Delta Faucet) and Dr. Elena Berg (The American University of Paris) discuss water conservation, thoughtful design, and innovations like tankless reverse osmosis. Discover how sustainable water use and design impact water systems and our collective responsibility in tackling water challenges. Special thanks to our CEU episode sponsor Delta Faucet for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry. Want CEU credit for your time? Head to our page to find out how.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Oct 22, 202434 min
Designing for Data
In this episode we explore how technology is transforming real estate strategy and design processes. Our guests, Brian McCourt from Cisco and Michael Gordon from Deloitte, discuss the critical role of tech in enhancing end user experience, indoor environmental quality, and informing strategic real estate decisions. Listeners will learn about the importance of early tech integration in the design process, and how leveraging data can lead to more informed, cost-effective outcomes.Here's how to complete your entire CEU podcast process in 3 simple steps:Step 1: Listen to the episode.Step 2: Visit this link, to take a short 5 question quiz. *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU.Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from the CEU provider.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 24, 202436 min
Understanding the End User Decision-Making Process
In this episode, we explore the future of customer decision-making in the built environment. Our guests, Amanda Schneider and Meredith Campbell, share insights from their Design Hackathon project which encompassed six months of intensive research. Engaging with end users across various sectors, their research worked to uncover the challenges and changes taking place in the end user decision-making processes. Listeners will learn about the key factors causing delays, the impact of increased focus on costs, and the strategies needed to navigate these complexities.After listening, you will be able to: Understand how the doubling of internal decision-making committees over the last five years has increased complexity and risk aversion in the built environment sector.Identify the importance of value engineering (VE) as a proactive approach to manage cost uncertainty and why it should be an integral part of the project process.Recognize the need for storytelling with data, transforming raw data into actionable insights that help clients make informed decisions more effectively.Apply strategies to manage complex decision-making processes by aligning with clients' decision-making procedures and simplifying the presentation of data for better communication.READ THE TRANSCRIPTHere's how to complete your entire CEU podcast process in 3 simple steps:Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz. *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU credits.Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from the CEU provider.Special thanks to our CEU episode sponsors, Allsteel, Keilhauer, Kimball International, and Teknion, for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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