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When Wells Fargo moved its offices to Las Colinas, it had a specific goal in mind—for its building to achieve LEED Platinum and be net zero. In this episode, Nate DeVore, Vice President of Corgan’s Commercial Studio, gives us an inside look at how Wells Fargo teamed up with Corgan to plan and design the first net-positive corporate campus ever built in the U.S.  Comprised of two office towers tota...

When it comes to architectural storytelling, MediaLab’s videos and renderings are only limited by the imagination. In this episode of The Square, Brandon Carmichael sits down with Corgan’s Vice President and VFX Creative Director Ludo Michaud as they pull back the curtain to reveal the tools and techniques behind video creation and filmmaking.  Working on the visual effects for such blockbuster mo...

Lights. Camera. Action! Tune in this week as MediaLab’s Ludo Machaud and John Higgs join the creatives of Zapir Vizualizations, aka ZAPVIZ, who’ve traveled all the way from Buenos Aires, Argentina, to talk about the past, present, and future of imagining technology and its impact on architectural renderings. Don’t miss this deep dive into everything from paint brushes and pencils to AI, CG-Integra...

In celebration of National Women’s Month, Corgan’s Human Resources Director Halima McWilliams sat down with Wanda Dalla Costa, the first woman architect in First Nations in Canada, a professor at Arizona State, and Founding Director of the Tawaw Architecture Collective. In this inspiring conversation, Wanda takes us on what began as a six-month backpacking trip to Australia and turned into a seven...

As work and leisure become more fluid and seamless, people are flocking to the urban core for the desirable lifestyle, convenient amenities, and high density that provide human connection. In this episode of The Square, discover how this trend is sparking an explosion in urban multifamily developments, shaping our streetscapes and communities, and changing the rhythm of our lives.  Join us as Luke...

To meet the changing needs of education in Amarillo, Corgan transformed a 1950s Sears building into the AmTech Career Academy and Placement Center, offering courses in health sciences, technology, machining/auto body, food services, media production, and more.   In this episode, Lance Melton, Vice President of our Education Studio, shares how educators and the community came together in a shared s...

With technology moving at warp speed and new design tools introduced every day, how does a company of this size choose the right tools and training to improve overall performance? Ryan Smothers, our Practice Technology Specialist of more than 16 years, discusses the research and thought behind embracing new tools to increase productivity. Join us for this episode of The Square for tips on curating...

Don’t miss this 2023 recap as the group of creatives from MediaLab riffs on the creative content that inspired them the most during the hottest year on record -- from books, concerts, videos, and podcasts to whiskey, wine, movies, and music.  Sharpen your pencil and note their top recommendations for the most riveting pop culture, zany streaming documentaries, and engaging media content they exper...

Watch this episode the Square as Joe Haver, Principal of our Commercial Studio, explores the elements, tools, and best practices that go into master planning – the very foundation that shapes the rhythm, character, and connectivity of urban neighborhoods and communities.  Whether providing long-term feasibility studies for developers, gauging the market for future funding, or designing amenities,...

What are you watching this holiday season? James Adams and Brandon Carmichael recommend three must-see holiday films to put on your movie watchlist. Explore the iconic buildings and homes that set the scenes for our most enduring and memorable Christmas classics and how directors harness the power of architecture to create settings that resonate and entertain audiences year after year.   Tune into...

Our architecture and film series presents two award-winning movies by foreign directors. Rooted in different genres – one a period piece set in 1790 and the other a futuristic sci-fi –were shot on location in remarkable settings which set the tone for both films.   Tune in to this episode with Brandon Carmichael and John Adams as they examine how spaces in movies shape the lives and relationships...

Psychology drives our approach to space design, yet complexities and unknowns in human behavior can often make user needs and outcomes unpredictable. In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Flores, Director of Hugo, and discuss how data-driven design takes the guesswork out of behavior to shape the user experience.  From helping passengers navigate airports or healthcare facilities to supportin...

Designing for a hybrid workforce means delivering on new and evolving expectations for the office—to bring us together and to encourage a sense of belonging. Listen in as David Euscher, Interiors Studio Leader, unpacks the findings from Corgan’s Hybrid Report, a survey of 1000 hybrid employees from across the nation—exploring how the modern office is about more than general proximity. Rather, it i...

Glimpse what’s in store for architecture and design with futurist and visionary Samantha Flores, Director of our Hugo Team. Learn how Hugo, Corgan’s innovation and research arm, uses data and technology to predict future trends in human behaviors and emerging technologies as well as global environmental topics. In this riveting episode, Samantha reveals the early influencers who sparked her fascin...

Grab your popcorn! This episode of The Square dives into the influence architects have on movies. Film buffs Brandon Carmichael and James Adams examine the role of architecture as viewed through the camera lens, and how iconic buildings and interior spaces play an integral part in set design and filmmaking. Join us for this revealing conversation about films by such distinguished directors as Alfr...

With the growing popularization of hybrid work, how does the modern office support the needs, challenges, and evolved expectation of the workforce? Corgan’s nationwide study of 1,000 hybrid workers provides insights on the state of hybridity—its impact on focus, connection, retention and more. Listen in to this episode of The Square as Emily Strain, Director of Workplace Strategy, and Melissa Hoel...

This episode takes us to Space Popular in Spain to meet the creative design duo Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg who create immersive media to experience architecture and design in the metaverse. Discover the magic and mechanics in the virtual realm that takes us on journeys through time and space – from portals in fantasy and fiction to ancient museums, and even to cities in space. Join us on thi...

In this episode, Architect and Project Designer Tania Madah investigates how tapping into the power of scripting not only revolutionizes the design process but also adds efficiencies that empower more human, meaningful design. Listen in to learn how scripting is changing the future of architecture and how we practice at Corgan.  #scripting #computerprogramming #corgan #digitaldesign  Visit: https:...

No one likes waiting, especially for their healthcare provider. Take a look at how Corgan designed a self-rooming model that does away with the waiting room altogether. Improving throughput and streamlining operations by creating a central touchpoint and tapping into the power of technology, patients can spend more face time with their physicians.  Listen in as Jordan Gill, Senior Associate in the...

In this episode, David Rose, recipient of the 2022 Corgan Explore program, takes us on a journey to discover Scandinavian architecture and explore how daylighting enhances the visual experience. David spent ten days traveling in Iceland, Norway, and Denmark in search of some of the world’s most influential buildings and tells the story behind how Nordic light shapes beautiful and meaningful spaces...

Jefferson Street—the rhythm and lifeblood of North Nashville ceased to exist when Interstate I-40 roared through the neighborhood and split the community. The once vibrant district rich in history, culture, and economic prosperity sharply fell into poverty and decline. In an optimistic hope to restore and resurrect North Nashville, a team of architecture students from Tuskegee University designed...

Every building has a story—just waiting to be told as seen through the filmmaker’s lens. John Higgs, Brandon Carmichael, and Luke Boney of Corgan’s MediaLab give us an inside look at the Majestic Studio as they reveal the tools and techniques used in cinematography. Discover the story behind MediaLab’s humble beginnings and how through trial and error, the team perfected the art of visual storytel...

Inspired by her activist mother who encouraged her at a young age to improve their neighborhood in New Jersey, Amma O. Asamoah dedicated her career to designing architecture in underserved communities. Earning her Master’s in Sustainable Architecture in Philadelphia and her BA in Architecture and Construction at Tuskegee University in Alabama, today Professor Asamoah teaches architect students at...

Over the past several years, the city of Frisco and the district have witnessed exponential growth—topping national charts and headlines. Wrestling with growing enrollment and projections of increasing demand, Frisco ISD tapped Corgan to scale its infrastructure with new schools and expansions and upgrades of existing campuses while preserving the quality of education that had become synonymous wi...

As data centers power how we live and work, facilities are moving into urban areas and becoming the fabric of our lives and neighborhoods. Find out how data centers increasingly serve as an anchor and catalyst for our communities, bringing more job opportunities, support to local businesses, and reduced latency. In this episode of TheSquare, join Associate Kyle Johnson and discover how Metro Edge’...