Future of Architects | Carole Wedge | S8 E12

Future of Architects | Carole Wedge | S8 E12

From FUTURE OF XYZ by Lisa Gralnek | iF Design

June 11, 2026 · 44 min · Season 8 · Episode 168

About this episode

Carole Wedge discusses the evolving role of architects in addressing contemporary challenges.

S8 E12: Carole Wedge FAIA NOMA LEED AP is the CEO/EVP of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) - the largest design organization in the world with over 101K members across 200 chapters. An accredited architect herself who for 17 years served as CEO of Shepley Bulfinch- one of the nation’s largest architecture & interior firms founded in 1874, there are few better guests to speak about the profession, role, and nature of Architects. From addressing climate change to encouraging diversity, highlighting the rigorous education and licensing requirements to discussing the transformative technological moment happening right now – this episode explores some of the unique qualities of architects, the cross-disciplinary and systems-based nature of the profession, and the skills needed by the next generation. ABOUT THE SERIES: FUTURE OF XYZ is an award-winning interview series that explores big questions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Presented by iF Design- host of the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD- FUTURE OF XYZ is also a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. New episodes every other Thursday. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Follow @futureofxyz and @ifdesign…

People in this episode

Host: Lisa Gralnek

Guest: Carole Wedge

Topics covered

  • architecture
  • climate change
  • diversity
  • education
  • technology
  • design

Keywords

  • architecture
  • AIA
  • Carole Wedge
  • design
  • climate change
  • diversity
  • technology
  • education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: American Institute of Architects, Shepley Bulfinch, SURROUND Podcast Network

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