Buildings Have a Life with Dan Sibert

Buildings Have a Life with Dan Sibert

Author: Anylab Experimental Studio November 9, 2023 Duration: 33:13

This week, our host, Nurgul Yardim, talks with Dan Sibert, visiting him at the Foster + Partners London office. 

Dan Sibert is a Senior Partner at the Foster and Partners. He is originally from just outside Cardiff, Wales. He is interested in the evolution of how we live and work, what this means for the design of the spaces we inhabit, and the role of technology in architecture. His background leading projects that utilize computational architecture and BIM, led him to look at how processes can encourage a greater concentration on design. 

Tune in to hear Dan’s story!

 

Show notes and links:

*This interview was recorded at the Foster + Partners London office on September 14, 2023.

*The Design of the Workplace report was carried out by Perspectus Global, an independent research and insights agency, and commissioned by Brookfield Properties in partnership with Foster + Partners. Download the Design of the Workplace Report here:

https://www.brookfieldproperties.com/en/our-approach/events/design-of-the-workplace-161.html

*To coincide with Design of the Workplace, Brookfield Properties and Foster + Partners showcase a co-designed workstation installation at Ecocity World Summit. The installation featured new climate-forward Foster + Partners designed products, which will be repurposed in Brookfield Properties’ spaces.



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