Spark PM 1: Design – Project Management – Leadership

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The design process can look like a black box or a divine spark  of inspiration.  While the best projects depend on a good dose of inspiration, all projects depend on a solid process.

We believe that to bring that initial enthusiasm to a successful finish, astute project management is needed. Part of the magic is that responsible Project Management is a key component to building trust.  Once that trust is established great things happen: Our ideas get embraced and we get to spend our time designing better buildings!

Architectural projects take months, often years,  and  can involve hundreds of people. An architectural project is a major project management undertaking – and a creative act.

We are not perfect,  but determined to learn every day.  This mini series is aimed to share some insights and open up discussion. Firmly embedding those insights into everyday practice is a challenge, but  acknowledging both the value and effort it takes up front is a great motivation.

Part 2 shares some of the key ingredients.

 

 

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    As you take a look around, you are surrounded by nature and built places. We made it our goal to support you in your journey by bringing you healthy buildings that serve your varying needs throughout the day and your life, improve the communities we are part of, while minimizing harm to those amazing natural places around us.

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    Sophia Sparklin

    Growing up in a family with generations in medical practice, Sophia discovered her passion for architecture during an internship 1996. Since then Sophia received formal and informal education in Germany and the US. At Arizona State University she was honored by the Henry Adams Certificate for graduating on top of her (Master of Architecture) class in 2005.