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About Place

MillerKnoll
Workplace Design
Inclusive Design
Architecture
Americans With Disabilities Act
Harkin Institute
Universal Design
Workplace Innovation
The Ledger
Healthcare Environments
Neuroaesthetics
Employment For People With Disabilities
Accessibility
Millerknoll
Healthcare Innovation
Psychological Safety
Employee Experience
Sustainability
Social Justice
Labor and Employment
Drake University

Hosted by Ryan Anderson, VP of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll, About Place explores the evolving role of place in our lives, at work and beyond. Each episode features conversations with thought-leaders, designers, researchers, and more, all of whom bring expertise and understanding about how the places we create can positively impact how we work and live. Visit millerknoll.com/ideas-i... more

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In 2020, MillerKnoll teamed up with Debbie Lovich, Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group, and Brian Elliott, CEO of Work Forward, for Future Forum—a global research initiative exploring how work was changing across talent, t... more

As organizations work to strike the right balance between seamless digital experiences and meaningful in-person interactions, one company is leading the way. In this episode, Izabella Lorenz, Global Workplace Experience and Real Estate Strategy Leade... more

Menopause is rarely discussed at work—but its impact on an organization’s culture and bottom line is undeniable. In this episode, menopause consultant Kate Usher and workplace designer Lori Daughtrey explore how organizations can better support their... more

To engineer, designer, and executive John Maeda, the future of AI looks optimistic. From improving design workflows to elevating memory augmentation, thoughtful applications of AI are helping people do what they do best at work and beyond. In this ep... more

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Recent Guests

Izabella Lorenz
Global Workplace Experience and Real Estate Strategy Leader at Zoom
Zoom
Episode: S5 E4: Connecting spaces, tech, and people, featuring Izabella Lorenz
Kate Usher
Founder of Menopause and Business
Menopause and Business
Episode: S5 E3: Designing for menopause, featuring Kate Usher and Lori Daughtrey
Lori Daughtrey
Senior Workplace Designer
MillerKnoll
Episode: S5 E3: Designing for menopause, featuring Kate Usher and Lori Daughtrey
John Maeda
VP of Engineering for Core AI Computational Design and Research at Microsoft and an accomplished author
Microsoft
Episode: S5 E2: AI and relationship-based work, featuring John Maeda
Cheryl Durst
Executive Vice President and CEO of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
IIDA
Episode: S5 E1: The purpose of place making, featuring Cheryl Durst
Chris Leong
Vice President of Interiors and co-founder of Leong Leong Architects
MillerKnoll
Episode: S4 BONUS 4: New design differentiators, featuring Chris Leong
Steven Souter
Insight Program Manager at Colebrook Bosson Saunders
Colebrook Bosson Saunders
Episode: S4 BONUS 3: Exceptional ergonomics, featuring Steven Souter
Amy Auscherman
Director of Archives and Brand Heritage at MillerKnoll
MillerKnoll
Episode: S4 BONUS 1: Insights from the Archives, featuring Amy Auscherman
Amy Edmonson
Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School
Harvard Business School
Episode: S4, E10: Safe to fail

Host

Ryan Anderson
Vice President of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll, Ryan Anderson is dedicated to exploring the evolving role of place in our lives and workplaces. He focuses on how design impacts human experiences and interactions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Incredible Insights!

    Ryan has some incredibly profound ideas about the future of work, but he doesn’t share those ideas without the data to back him up. Looking Forward is educational, informative, and entertaining. Can’t wait for Season 3!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan1777999877
    United States3 years ago
  • Timely and insightful

    Herman Miller has a great reputation as a leader in shaping workplace trends, so it’s great to hear from them on how these past 18 months are reshaping what offices look and feel like. If the first episode is any indication, this is going to be a required weekly listening for me and my team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wozapomani
    United States4 years ago

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S5 E4: Connecting spaces, tech, and people, featuring Izabella Lorenz
Q: Tell us a little bit about Zoom's return to office policy.
Izabella discusses Zoom's requirement for employees to return to the office with a strategy that accounts for team dynamics and encourages in-person collaboration.
S5 E4: Connecting spaces, tech, and people, featuring Izabella Lorenz
Q: How does Zoom approach your workplace strategy?
Izabella explains that Zoom transformed its workplace strategy to re-imagine how they work, emphasizing the role of physical offices for connection and mentoring rather than just productivity.
S5 E3: Designing for menopause, featuring Kate Usher and Lori Daughtrey
Q: What role does the physical space play in supporting women experiencing menopause?
Physical space plays a vital role by providing sensory and physical comfort, as well as promoting well-being through thoughtful design.
S5 E1: The purpose of place making, featuring Cheryl Durst
Q: How do we make sure that collectively we make the most of our opportunities in the coming years?
Cheryl emphasizes the importance of understanding the value of design in supporting business goals and the need for designers to adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing environment.
S5 E1: The purpose of place making, featuring Cheryl Durst
Q: How did you end up doing this? Why have you decided to give yourself to this?
Cheryl Durst shares her journey from journalism to interior design, detailing her unexpected entry into the field through a connection with a parent of a student she taught, which ultimately led her to the IIDA.

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This podcast focuses on the evolving significance of place in both professional and personal contexts. Through conversations with various thought leaders, designers, and researchers, the exploration delves into how our environments shape and enhance our experiences, particularly in the workplace. The discussions emphasize the importance of design in fostering human connection and emotional well-being, spotlighting contemporary trends like remote work, hybrid models, and the intersection of technology and workplace design. Unique insights are offered on highly relevant topics such as neuroaesthetics, ergonomics, and the impact of emotional connections to spaces, making it a valuable resource for those interested in design, culture, and the f... more

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1. Izabella Lorenz
2. Kate Usher
3. Lori Daughtrey
4. John Maeda
5. Cheryl Durst
6. Chris Leong
7. Steven Souter
8. Amy Auscherman

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