Architecture, design, and construction have long been built on strong foundations—tradition, hierarchy, and time-tested workflows. But a new generation is stepping in with fresh eyes and bold ideas. Gen Z and Millennials are asking different questions: What does meaningful work look like? How can we design with purpose? Where do equity, sustainability, and technology fit into the blueprint?

In this Designalogues session, we’ll be joined by members of the Young Architects Forum (YAF)—Alex Oetzel, Seth Duke, and Abby Benjamin—to hear how emerging professionals are reshaping the industry—from the companies they want to work for, to the projects they want to build. Together, we’ll reflect on how these evolving values differ from the legacy systems many of us were trained in and discuss how we can evolve as a profession to create spaces—and workplaces—that reflect the future we all want to build.