The Gensler Research Institute
Established in 2005 to seek out data and insights at the intersection of design, business, and the human experience.
AREAS OF RESEARCH FOCUS
RESEARCH INSTITUTE LEADERSHIP
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Tim Pittman
Director of Research, Principal
As Director of the Gensler Research Institute, Tim provides strategic leadership and insight across the Institute’s 50+ research projects funded each year. His signature research...
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Janet Pogue McLaurin
Global Director Workplace Research, Principal
Janet Pogue McLaurin is a global leader of Gensler’s Work Sector practices and research initiatives. As the firm’s Global Director Workplace Research, which is one of the six...
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Rives Taylor
Global Design Resilience Co-Leader, Principal
Rives directs Gensler’s global Design Resilience teams and initiatives. He is a recognized global expert in resilient, high-performance, and sustainable design and has been a...
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Lisa Cholmondeley
Design Manager, Principal
Lisa is committed to the idea that design happens at all stages of a project. As a Principal in Gensler’s Washington D.C. office, Lisa is passionate about space and design, and is...
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Roger Smith
Design Director, Principal
Roger believes that cities can be transformed through the power of design. Roger is an office leader for Gensler’s Cities & Urban Design and Mixed Use & Retails Centers practice...
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