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International Women’s Day in Design

Building Communities—and Women Leaders

Monica Robertson

Lindsay Lewis is the Editor of Building Enclosure magazine.

March 16, 2026

A round-up of women in the design, engineering and construction fields. Hear from multiple perspectives on what women are experiencing and where the industry is going.

International Women’s Day in Design

Designing With Nature, Leading with Care

Martha Desbiens

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

Inspired by a trailblazing firm founder, Martha Desbiens blends ecological performance, campus transformation, and a family-friendly leadership model to show how sustainable practice can support both people and the planet.

International Women’s Day in Design

Advocating for Broader Representation in Architecture

Louise Sharp

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

Inspired by trailblazing women and global practice, Louise Sharp advocates for broader representation, hands-on mentorship, and holistic design thinking that brings more perspectives—and better solutions—to every project.

International Women’s Day in Design

From Barbados to New York: A Life Designed with Intention

Jennifer C. Graham D.F.A. (Hon) FIIDA LEED AP

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

Guided by early exposure to art, architecture, and service, Jennifer Graham now advances community-centered projects, mentorship, and sustainable practice—proving that meaningful design is measured by human impact.

International Women’s Day in Design

Women Design Spaces That Support Life at Every Stage

Alissa Brandt

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

Blending creativity, sustainability, and advocacy, Alissa Brandt shares how inclusive thinking, Living Building standards, and mentorship are shaping healthier environments—and a stronger future for the industry.

International Women’s Day in Design

Architecture as Impact, Female Leadership as Legacy

Bhavini Hardev, AIA

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

A licensed multi-state architect and firm leader reflects on resilience, adaptive reuse, and the power of advocacy, showing how inclusive leadership strengthens both design and the future of the AEC industry.

Casey Williams, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

International Women’s Day in Design

Female Engineer on Historic Restoration, Mentorship, and Sustainable Design in AEC

Casey Williams

Lindsay Lewis

March 16, 2026

Inspired by early mentors and hands-on problem-solving, Casey Williams reflects on restoring Boston’s First Church of Christ, Scientist, the power of diversity in engineering, and guiding the next generation through mentorship and inclusion.

Library’s Renovation Features Glass for Enhanced Daylighting, Views and Comfort

The new design provides equitable access to daylight and views throughout the building and eliminates the old “book bunker” feel of mid-century libraries

March 13, 2026

Once a dark, windowless space for patrons, the University of Pittsburgh’s Hillman Library has been transformed into a bright, inviting place of collaboration, learning and discovery.

International Women’s Day in Design

NYC Female Architect on Multifamily Housing & Adaptive Reuse

Priya Elliott

Lindsay Lewis

March 2, 2026

From India to shaping New York City’s skyline, she shares how mentorship, diversity in architecture, sustainable design, and creative problem-solving drive her work in multifamily residential and office-to-residential conversions.

The staggered glass façade at 727 West Madison parking structure

Exterior Cladding Supports Long-Term Sustainability

Exterior cladding plays a critical role long after construction is complete

Uarda Hoti

February 27, 2026

As sustainability has become a central priority in architecture, cladding is increasingly recognized as one of the most consequential systems in building design, capable of aligning architectural intent with measurable environmental outcomes.