“An Architect with 20 years of experience in designing, documenting and managing a wide range of healthcare projects, Burkhard is now playing a vital role in the operations of the Stantec London office as Managing Principal.

 Since joining Stantec in 2003, Burkhard has completed a Master of Science in Construction and Project Management at the Queen’s University Belfast. During his studies he carried out extensive research into the delivery of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) healthcare projects in the United Kingdom.

 Burkhard specialises in the management and execution of large complex healthcare projects and leads multidisciplinary design teams through all stages of the design from inception to completion in the UK and internationally. The wide range of projects in his portfolio includes South West Acute Hospital in Northern Ireland, which won ten design and sustainability awards, and the new Cancer Centre at Guy’s Hospital.”

“I am excited to participate in the upcoming Architecture and Design Network Summit. I am looking forward to join prominent peers in the industry and discuss future opportunities and trends that are shaping the architecture industry in the CEE-CIS region. I am convinced that this event will help to advance our vision of architecture and design in the future.”

Passionate about solving complex urban problems and with a particular expertise in the integration of infrastructure with urban growth and regeneration, Ian has been at the forefront of growing Gensler’s Urban Strategies & Design practice area. Ian oversees projects across the U.K., Europe and the Middle East and brings a deep understanding of the various political, commercial and social drivers that influence planning delivery. Most recently, Ian has been at the forefront of the national debate on the future of aviation in the U.K. with the London Britannia Airport project. A regular speaker and panelist both in the U.K. and at global property conferences, Ian is often called upon to help define the future direction of urban growth and transformation. He studied at the University of Westminster, earning a Diploma in Urban Planning Implementation and B.A. (Hons) in Urban Planning Studies.

With more than 20 years of architectural design and property development experience, in his current position since 2014 Norbert Schőmer is responsible for WING’s office developments, one of the core business lines of the company. His real estate development references cover the most prominent office projects in Budapest, including the full-scale development of E-On Headquarters, Ericsson House and the City’s largest, 105,000 sqm GBA office development project – a landmark headquarters building for Magyar Telekom. Norbert Schőmer’s ongoing projects include the new Siemens-evosoft Headquarters, situated along the River Danube and Liberty, a 42,000 sqm GLA office development next to the new Telekom Headquarters and he is responsible for an extensive project pipeline.

Norbert Schőmer graduated as an architect and also has MSC and MBA diplomas. Before joining WING, he led office, retail and industrial development projects for AIG/Lincoln and DTZ, and designed and managed residential projects for private investors.

 “I am an architect in my heart, a businessman in my brain and an environmentalist in my soul. It is an honour to be a member of the panel in the Architectural and Design Network Summit, which will be an excellent platform to discuss challenges of our profession, architectural design and related property development issues. How can we make our future city landscape aesthetically, economically and environmentally sustainable? Should the market players of CEE wait for the more developed markets to show us directions, or we can get to the frontline of shaping our future? I will be pleased to discuss these challenges with the distinguished members of our panel and pass on our findings to other players, regions and generations.” 

Steven’s natural flair for business was apparent early on in his career. While studying interior design in Edinburgh, he was chosen by the Department of Trade and Industry to enrol on a course for future business leaders. This unique experience put Steven on a path to leadership, and within a few years of graduating, he was at the helm of a Dubai-based design firm, which later became part of Perkins and Will. Making a place for himself in an emerging market, set him up with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a determination to succeed.

 Upon returning to the UK to lead our London studio, Steven has steadily transformed the team, and outlook, to that of a globally-minded business, with a passion for establishing deep and meaningful roots in the UK. With London being a global powerhouse for architecture and design, Steven intends, through design innovation, diversity, and thought leadership to make our London studio a leading voice in the UK built environment industry.

“As we grow our business and networks across the Europe region, taking part in this event is going to be a great opportunity to build connections with the industry. I am looking forward to sharing my thoughts on the business side of architecture, and hearing from architecture and design colleagues from around the globe.”

Julian is a Julian is a Principal and Design Lead for Europe at the Woods Bagot London Studio. He has more than 20 years’ of architecture and design experience encompassing the UK, Europe and the Middle East. He is highly experienced in delivering large-scale urban masterplans, high-end mixed use developments and luxury residential and hotel projects from inception to completion. Julian has been a guest critic and lecturer at London South Bank University, the Bartlett School of Architecture and the University of Greenwich and is currently a RIBA Part 3 mentor at the University of Westminster. at the Woods Bagot London Studio. He has more than 20 years’ of architecture and design experience encompassing the UK, Europe and the Middle East. He is highly experienced in delivering large-scale urban masterplans, high-end mixed use developments and luxury residential and hotel projects from inception to completion. Julian has been a guest critic and lecturer at London South Bank University, the Bartlett School of Architecture and the University of Greenwich and is currently a RIBA Part 3 mentor at the University of Westminster.

“I am very excited to be included in the next Architecture and Design Network forum. Such an opportunity provides me with a platform to discuss the latest in design innovation and share knowledge with so many great minds from across our global industry. This is 100% in line with what we do at Woods Bagot, constantly looking for ways to improve upon what we know to deliver the best architecture for people; our clients, their customers and the communities in which we work. I look forward to taking part and meeting everyone in May 2020!”

Andrew has worked in the architecture and planning industry on a global scale for three decades and brings a great depth of workplace and client services expertise to our London office and international teams.

With experience in design leadership, strategy, and organisational transformation, Andrew will continue to grow M Moser’s service capabilities across EMEA and develop the transatlantic link.

“I am thrilled to be asked to speak at the Warsaw event for Architecture and Design Network 2020. It is always invigorating to engage with other industry professionals on the future direction of our wonderful world! Our perspective as a global firm who is so very connected to the high growth areas of Asia, India and EMEA (as well as North America) brings such exciting new challenges that we can share.”

Mary-Jean Eastman is a founding partner along with Bradford Perkins of the New York based architecture firm Perkins Eastman. She has been in the architecture field for over thirty years now. Eastman plays a key role in the overall design of the firm. Her partner Bradford Perkins attests that she has developed a role in the overall design philosophy that marries the hospitality approach with the state-of-the-art medical planning – creating supportive patient focused environment. Perkins also states that “Mary-Jean has been a forefront of understanding the convergence of the hospitality aesthetics and amenities with forward thinking medical spaces.”

Jennifer joined AECOM on 1 October 2013 to lead the discipline of architecture in Europe, Middle East & Africa. Her remit is to support the development of existing AECOM architecture teams across these regions, and to help further AECOMs relationships with a wide range of architectural practices.

Specialising in providing strategic support services on UK and international projects for design teams and client teams, she knows from first-hand experience that good architecture is achieved by strong strategic design leadership on the client side and a commitment from the team to deliver the best design for the client and the project.

Steve Woodland is the creative director of Cox Architecture. In a career spanning four decades he has built an extensive portfolio of award-winning national and international projects. Steve’s strong creative ethos is focused on the articulation of a clear design narrative that permeates and informs all layers of a project – something which is at once poetic and instructive. He pursues this initial intent across every stage of the project, with a keen eye for craftsmanship at every level. Current projects include the Opportunity Pavilion for Expo 2020 in Dubai and the Oman Across Ages Museum.

In 2000 Dr. Fadi Jabri joined NS as Architect after obtaining a PhD Degree in Engineering, Department of Architecture from the University of Tokyo. In 2014, he joined the board of directors, responsible for developing and overseeing Nikken Sekkei activities in MENA, CIS and India regions. He brings to Nikken Sekkei strong international experience owing to his participation in high profile projects in over 20 cities, ranging from urban planning, waterfront developments, to mixed use high rise, residential, hospitality, and education. In his projects, he works closely with the client and design teams to set out design direction, and establish overall execution strategy for a project. He contributed to establish Dubai, Riyadhand Moscow offices, and is currently establishing the India office. Perhaps the most notable projects he worked on, Strategy for Expansion of Moscow, Expansion of Mataf in Mecca, and large waterfront and inland developments in Dubai. He is fluent in English, Japanese, Arabic and Russian

Frank has over 30 years of experience as an architect and has been involved with projects in the Middle East since 2007.

As a Global Design Principal and head of Aedas UAE & UK, Frank plays a key role in expanding Aedas’ presence in new markets and shaping strategies for the development of the company.

Frank continues to lead many major projects at Aedas and has a particular focus on Transport and Integrated Resort projects. Excellence of Design and Quality of delivery are the fundamental principles guiding Frank’s approach to Architecture; plus a desire to explore ever more innovative and sustainable design solutions.

Frank possesses unparalleled experience on mega-scaled projects encompassing integrated resort, mixed-use and transport projects. In each case, he was responsible for leading the entire consultancy team and collaboration with design consultants across the world.

Frank has led over 4, 500,000 sq m of resort development along the Cotai Strip in Macau; along with Marina Bay Sands in Singapore; Inspire Resort in Korea and Asia Asia Hotel in Dubai.

Frank has significant experience leading major airport projects in Hong Kong including Third Runway Consourse, Asia Airfreight Terminal, MTL Terminal 8 West and New Hong Kong Passenger Terminal. His rail projects include West Kowloon Terminus, HK Boundary Crossing Facility, KCRC Sha Tin to Central Link, KL Central Station and Depot, Delhi Metro and 2 new stations in Singapore.