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Design FuturecastDF021 The Future of Design FirmsIn this episode of Design Futurecast, Maria Lorena Lehman explores how to accelerate and heighten architectural design workflows — not by producing more, but by thinking deeper. Learn how to engage sharper design intelligence that allows for strategic decision-making on the fly, solving converging problems while unveiling unforeseen opportunities. This episode introduces the concept of real-time futurepacing: designing with tools that simulate not just form, but future occupant impact, economic ROI, and long-term adaptability. Through a vivid scenario of a near-future architecture firm, listeners experience how the integration of intelligence, narrative, and emerging tools can transform design into a fluid, mu...
2025-06-2407 min
Design FuturecastDF020 The Future of Buildings that HealWhat if architecture could do more than shelter us—what if it could heal? In this episode of Design Futurecast, we explore how poetic architectural design can go beyond surface-level needs to nurture deep well-being and even enable human thrivability. Discover a future world where spaces anticipate and respond to our emotions, where cities uplift the soul, and where buildings actively participate in the healing process. As architects and designers, we hold the power to shape environments that restore, inspire, and transform lives. This is not just an artistic pursuit—it is a profound responsibility. Join me as we envi...
2025-03-1807 min
Design FuturecastDF019 The Future of Design with IntentionIn this episode of Design Futurecast, Maria Lorena Lehman explores what it means to create architecture by design, not by default. She challenges architects, interior designers, and urban planners to break free from status quo patterns and embrace intentional, soul-nurturing design that transcends. Through a vivid scenario, she paints a picture of a future world where every building tells a story and every space fosters connection, healing, and growth. This episode also provides actionable insights on how designers can continuously evolve their practice, find inspiration, and push past creative comfort zones to create truly transformative architecture. Tune in to...
2025-01-2808 min
Design FuturecastDF018 The Future of Architectural ExperienceViewing buildings as directors of our personal narratives offers important insights for designing environments that positively influence our lives. Thoughtful architecture can shape our emotions, encourage creativity, and foster well-being by creating spaces that adapt to our needs, much like a director crafts a film's emotional tone. Urban design can build a sense of community and belonging, while human-centered spaces prioritize the experiences of the people who use them. Ultimately, well-designed spaces not only serve functional purposes but can also act as catalysts for personal and collective transformation. Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven ar...
2025-01-0708 min
Trade Show InsightsCreating Intentional Transitions in Exhibit Marketing - TSI18.9Several years ago I discovered (and now follow) one of the most forward-thinking, award-winning architects focused on using smart building design to create experiential environments that inspire and delight.
Her name is Maria Lorena Lehman, founder of Sensing Architecture, and while I don’t have her as a guest on the podcast today (maybe someday!) … I did want to share some inspiration from one of her latest newsletters with you.
The topic is the principle of transition. Of course she’s talking about intentionally designing how a person moves from space to space or room to roo...
2023-09-2605 min
Design FuturecastDF017 Decoding Design Connection - Expressing relationships for more profound impactDo your design creations speak at high levels that capture and engage attention and meaning? And are you consciously aware of the behavioral language expressed by your design? Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this very interesting episode to learn how you can set your work apart from the rest by unlocking the deeper meaning behind it through relationships and connections.To see the design discussed in this podcast episode, visit http://DesignFuturecast.com/Episode17. For more inspiration and education on creativity, design, and innovation, visit MariaLorenaLehman.com
2017-09-2509 min
Design FuturecastDF017 Decoding Design Connection - Expressing relationships for more profound impactDo your design creations speak at high levels that capture and engage attention and meaning? And are you consciously aware of the behavioral language expressed by your design? Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this very interesting episode to learn how you can set your work apart from the rest by unlocking the deeper meaning behind it through relationships and connections.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen their design voice, and create work that truly matters for our world. Learn more about the future of architectural design at...
2017-09-2509 min
Design FuturecastDF016 Hybrid Design Techniques - Creating unexpected beauty and meaningHow often do you venture into other mediums that have the potential to change your design results? Hybrid design techniques, which include the digital and handmade, can evolve into design outcomes that you could not possibly predict. And this unexpectedness of beauty and meaning can make for very powerful design experiences. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode to learn how, through your work, you can bring greater excitement, experimentation, and newfound beauty.To see the design discussed in this podcast episode, visit http://DesignFuturecast.com/Episode16. For more inspiration and education on creativity, design, and innovation, visit MariaLorenaLehman...
2017-09-1808 min
Design FuturecastDF016 Hybrid Design Techniques - Creating unexpected beauty and meaningHow often do you venture into other mediums that have the potential to change your design results? Hybrid design techniques, which include the digital and handmade, can evolve into design outcomes that you could not possibly predict. And this unexpectedness of beauty and meaning can make for very powerful design experiences. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode to learn how, through your work, you can bring greater excitement, experimentation, and newfound beauty.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen their design voice, and create work th...
2017-09-1808 min
Design FuturecastDF015 Unfolding Design Narrative - Creating complexity without complicationDoes your design guide its viewer or participant on where to look, and how to "travel" through the created design presented? In this episode of Design Futurecast, you will learn how to create an unfolding journey for your creation's audience to experience. This will increase its beauty, meaning, and purpose. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode to learn how, through your work, you can nurture and guide those that experience your design creations.To see the design discussed in this podcast episode, visit http://DesignFuturecast.com/Episode15. For more inspiration and education on creativity, design, and innovation, visit...
2017-09-1107 min
Design FuturecastDF015 Unfolding Design Narrative - Creating complexity without complicationDoes your design guide its viewer or participant on where to look, and how to "travel" through the created design presented? In this episode of Design Futurecast, you will learn how to create an unfolding journey for your creation's audience to experience. This will increase its beauty, meaning, and purpose. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode to learn how, through your work, you can nurture and guide those that experience your design creations.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen their design voice, and create wo...
2017-09-1107 min
Design FuturecastDF014 Your Creative Lynchpin - Finding poetic authenticity in designWhat is it about your creative work that will make its audience want to experience it again? And how do you actually design for this supermoment? Learn how to achieve more magical, and poetic, heights with your design creations whether you are an architect, designer, artist, filmmaker, or game designer. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode of Design Futurecast to get inspired (and get ideas) on how to really make your creations unforgettable. To see the design discussed in this podcast episode, visit http://DesignFuturecast.com/Episode14. For more inspiration and education on creativity, design, and innovation, visit...
2017-09-0709 min
Design FuturecastDF014 Your Creative Lynchpin - Finding poetic authenticity in designWhat is it about your creative work that will make its audience want to experience it again? And how do you actually design for this supermoment? Learn how to achieve more magical, and poetic, heights with your design creations whether you are an architect, designer, artist, filmmaker, or game designer. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode of Design Futurecast to get inspired (and get ideas) on how to really make your creations unforgettable.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen their design voice, and create wo...
2017-09-0709 min
Design FuturecastDF013 Design Innovation of Experience - Analyzing the success of creativityHow do you know if your design or creative work has succeeded? Of course, there are many ways to determine this, since success means different things to different people. However, by visualizing how or in what ways you would like your creation to successfully perform (before you create it), you can find new methods by which to improve your creative process, and ultimately your final design works. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode of Design Futurecast to unlock new kinds of innovation for your designs. To see the design discussed in this podcast episode, visit http://DesignFuturecast.com...
2017-09-0409 min
Design FuturecastDF013 Design Innovation of Experience - Analyzing the success of creativityHow do you know if your design or creative work has succeeded? Of course, there are many ways to determine this, since success means different things to different people. However, by visualizing how or in what ways you would like your creation to successfully perform (before you create it), you can find new methods by which to improve your creative process, and ultimately your final design works. Join Maria Lorena Lehman in this exciting episode of Design Futurecast to unlock new kinds of innovation for your designs.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects an...
2017-09-0409 min
Design FuturecastDF012 Filming Your Creativity - When journey outweighs destinationOnce you get a fantastic design idea, do you rush to create it? Or do you savor the creative process? In this episode of Design Futurecast, you will learn how to see your design "flow state" through new eyes, to help you on your creative journey. As you will learn, it's all about better understanding of the twists, turns, and even risks taken during the creative process. Join Maria Lorena Lehman, to learn how this all can work for you. To see the design discussed in this podcast episode, visit http://DesignFuturecast.com/Episode12. For more inspiration and education on...
2017-08-3109 min
Design FuturecastDF012 Filming Your Creativity - When journey outweighs destinationOnce you get a fantastic design idea, do you rush to create it? Or do you savor the creative process? In this episode of Design Futurecast, you will learn how to see your design "flow state" through new eyes, to help you on your creative journey. As you will learn, it's all about better understanding of the twists, turns, and even risks taken during the creative process. Join Maria Lorena Lehman, to learn how this all can work for you.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen th...
2017-08-3109 min
Design FuturecastDF011 The Meaning of a Line - Growing creative process from an initial ideaHave you ever tried new creative approaches to heighten your design results? This episode of Design Futurecast will help you to grow your creativity, even beginning with your most basic design elements. When you are consciously aware of how you are working to make your design or creation progress, then you are reaching even higher potentials that will ultimately result in your project having optimal impact. Join Maria Lorena Lehman as she explains how this is all possible.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen their design vo...
2017-08-2808 min
Design FuturecastDF010 Focusing for Design Impact - How tools impact what your design says to the worldDo you take your design tools for granted (without knowing it)? How do you explore your design challenge or the subject of your creation in a unique and innovative way? And do you use tools in a way that allows you to create work that speaks meaningfully to the world? Find new ways to create experiences that bring epic enjoyment, both to you while designing and to those that experience your work. This episode of Design Futurecast will open your eyes to new ways of seeing the critical stages of your creative process.Design Futurecast is powered...
2017-08-2407 min
Design FuturecastDF009 Innovating Experiences of Nature - Unlocking an unforgettable architectural journeyWhat kind of relationship does your design creation have with nature? Do you learn from nature as you create your project? Do you incorporate nature's systems or beauty into your designs? Or do you showcase nature in new and unexpected ways? Often, re-presenting nature in entirely new ways can make your project go from evoking average to unforgettable experiences. Learn to unlock new opportunities that integrate the elegant beauty of nature into your work. Whether you are an architect, writer, artist, filmmaker, or game designer, this episode of Design Futurecast will shift the way you see nature, to take...
2017-08-2113 min
Design FuturecastDF008 Creating Depth In Surface - Seeing your art, design, or writing through new eyesHow do you balance the details of creating a design, with the nuances of knowing how the design will feel to those that use it? This means understanding not only how to craft your creation, but also how to innovate the experience it provides. This episode of Design Futurecast is for anyone in the midst of a creative project. Discover how to see your design creation differently, so you can invent new ideas, tools, and processes for an even better ultimate design experience. All of this awaits you in this episode of Design Futurecast.Design Futurecast is...
2017-08-1710 min
Design FuturecastDF007 Ultimate Creative Paradox - (Un)editing your architecture, art, writing, or game designHave you ever wondered about what your design creation looks like through the magnification of a camera lens? And beyond this...Have you ever considered what this has to do with the creative process? Whether you are working on the development of architecture, art, book, film, or game design, you will want to listen to this episode of Design Futurecast. Within it is a key paradigm that will help you to create more poetic works that become unforgettable experiences. Discover the ultimate creative paradox in this episode of Design Futurecast.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — wh...
2017-08-1411 min
Design FuturecastDF006 Defying Gravity By Design - Creative habits that lead to breakthrough ideasThe number one question designers ask is about how to create a unique concept design. In this episode of Design Futurecast, Maria Lorena Lehman explores how to breakthrough design barriers and routine ways of thinking. After all, when creating your creative concept, how often do you uncover breakthroughs? Do you create to meet a deadline or certain quantity of works? And when doing so, how can you ensure that your creations are reaching their highest potential? Discover what it means to defy gravity with your design or creative works in this episode of Design Futurecast. Design Futurecast...
2017-08-1010 min
Design FuturecastDF005 World-Building Constructs of Meaning - What creative artists, writers, and game designers must get rightWhen creating your work, how do you handle the complexity of its narrative? What kind of journey do you create for those that experience your designs? And how do you go about making an unforgettable impression? In this episode, Maria Lorena Lehman explores at the nexus of world-building, narrative, and experience design methodologies. By asking the right questions within these realms of thinking and creating, it becomes possible to make designs with emergent overarching behaviors. Explore these pivotal ideas guiding you to create work that emotionally connects with people, on this episode of Design Futurecast. Design Futurecast...
2017-08-0709 min
Design FuturecastDF004 Morphology of Form - Sculpting creative action for design personalizationDo you ever wonder how impactful your design creation is for those that you create it for? And have you ever thought of engaging your design's viewers, participants, or inhabitants in new and innovative ways? In this episode, Maria Lorena Lehman explores the ever-evolving role of the artist and designer — particularly in terms of how engaging, personalized, and beneficial their design is for those that experience it. Explore the critical questions that guide you toward better design creation and collaboration in this forward-thinking episode of Design Futurecast.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and...
2017-08-0207 min
Design FuturecastDF003 Expanding Design Boundaries - Creative thinking like an artist or architectHave you every wondered how you can improve your design work — so what you create is as good as, or better than, your initial design vision? Or have you wondered why your initial design vision or inspiration gets either amplified or silenced as you work to create what your design wants to become? In this episode, Maria Lorena Lehman explores such questions and provides insights to shift your mindset and skillset so your design works can achieve their highest potential.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen thei...
2017-08-0110 min
Design FuturecastDF002 Behavioral Dynamics of Design - From creative vision to concept and beyondDo you ever design with motion? If yes, do you ever stop and question what information your design is revealing when in its most dynamic state? In this episode, Maria Lorena Lehman dives into such questions, to expand your design thinking about the dynamic behavior of design. For instance, how much can an artist/designer foresee when it comes to complex dynamic behaviors? And is the answer to this question good for your creative workflow? Explore these and other questions inside this episode of Design Futurecast.Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and de...
2017-07-2808 min
Design FuturecastDF001 Introducing Design Futurecast - Inspiring innovative ideas for all creativesDesign Futurecast is Maria Lorena Lehman's journey through design explorations and experiments. With elements of visionary time-travel: Every episode examines cutting-edge design investigations from a new perspective ― exploring the design experiment and its result in terms of 21st century impact. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast!Design Futurecast is powered by MLL ATELIER — where vision-driven architects and design firms elevate their thinking, sharpen their design voice, and create work that truly matters for our world. Learn more about the future of architectural design at MLL ATELIER. Visit mllatelier.com This is a public episode. If you...
2017-07-2702 min