Sadie Morgan
Sadie Morgan is a co-founding director of dRMM Architects. She is also the HS2 design panel chair, sits on the UK’s National Infrastructure Commission and is a mayor’s design advocate for the Greater London Authority
CommentIntensification must come with flexibility built in
We undoubtedly need more building in our cities, but it must be easily changeable if we are to extend its shelf-life, writes Sadie Morgan
CommentLondon’s old problems require new solutions
The capital is congested, polluted and expensive but, thanks to the insight and ingenuity that its people possess, the way it functions can be mended, writes Sadie Morgan
CommentActive collaboration is the key to progress in the built environment
There are so many vibrant, young, energetic new practices and individuals shaping the narrative of what is good in our profession. We must protect and nurture them, writes Sadie Morgan
CommentWhat does ‘fit for purpose’ mean for today’s world?
The scandal at the CBI is an opportunity for us all to reflect on how we treat each other in the workplace, writes Sadie Morgan
CommentWhile women remain a minority in our industry the fight for parity goes on
While we should celebrate the fact that female representation in architecture and construction is at an all-time high, there is plenty of work still to do, says Sadie Morgan
CommentWe must design the vibrancy back into our urban places
This should be the ‘comeback’ year for culture in our cities, but we need to reconsider how best to define our cultural spaces, says Sadie Morgan
CommentFocus on design is the key to delivering infrastructure faster
A rush to get things moving often fails to allow space for the parameters of a project to be fully thought through at the start, which leads to delays later on, says Sadie Morgan
CommentWhat does good leadership look like today?
This is a time of change and instability. We all have the potential and the responsibility to help shape its direction, says Sadie Morgan
CommentWe need evidence-based design to reach climate and wellbeing targets
We know we should be building more sustainably, so let’s gather the facts that make the construction case incontrovertible, says Sadie Morgan
CommentWe must put people and their homes at the heart of the planning process
It is essential that we develop a consistent, national approach to community consultation before we start designing and building, says Sadie Morgan
CommentWhy don’t we care more about preserving biodiversity?
The devastating impact of climate change is widely known but the degradation of our planet’s biodiversity is just as detrimental to its health
CommentThe best buildings have the best clients – and the public sector is lagging behind
In 2021 we saw some of the most exciting developments of our decade kick off. This year’s schemes should be even better
CommentIf this was a year of transition, the next must be one of action
As the climate crisis intensifies, the world needs to change – and our industry has a responsibility to lead the way
CommentGood design is crucial as we tackle the nation’s biggest challenges
The cabinet reshuffle and hosting of COP26 are two major events this season that form part of the UK’s longer race towards a different future, says Sadie Morgan
CommentFight discrimination by focusing on the individual
Improving equality, diversity and inclusion requires more than words and policies. Personal support and offers of help are every bit as important, says Sadie Morgan
CommentFocus on design is critical as the optimism grows
Confidence is returning to the industry. We must use the renewed energy to ensure that we build in a responsible and resilient way, says Sadie Morgan
CommentA framework focused on improving quality of life
Too many homes are still being built without people’s health and wellbeing in mind. We must change that, says Sadie Morgan
CommentQuality of life and climate action will define 2021
Despite everything, there have been successes and positive shifts of focus in 2020. We must build on this to create a better environment
CommentDiverse voices must shape our future
Design leadership must grow and adapt in the wake of Richard Rogers’ retirement, says Sadie Morgan
CommentRecovery must not trigger a race to the bottom
Lockdown has forced us to focus on what makes healthy homes and neighbourhoods - which we need to remember as we rebuild our economy