NEXT Leaders Report 2 March 2026

NEXT Leaders Report - REBOOT26

The conversation explores the impact of the past hundred days on the design industry, the shift from thriving mode to survival mode, the challenges faced by design studios, and the need for strategic adaptation. It also delves into the importance of client relationships, decision-making, and the role of design studios in project development. Takeaways * Adaptation and strategic planning are crucial in navigating the challenges faced by design studios. * Client relationships and reassurance play a vital role in maintaining stability and opportunity in the design industry. Chapters * 00:00 Strategic Adaptation and Adjustments

NEXT Leaders Report - Europe Sovereign Projects

Globalisation ended in March 2026, leading to a shift towards sovereign projects, particularly in Europe. Takeaways * End of globalisation * Rise of sovereign projects Chapters * 00:00 Rise of Sovereign Projects

NEXT Leaders Report - Africa Focus

The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to global design markets, including insights into London Design Festival, innovative design collections, the evolution of design technology, market opportunities in Africa, and the potential of the African design market. It also delves into the London Design Festival and the importance of global connectivity in the design industry. Takeaways * Exploring global design markets * Market opportunities in Africa Chapters * 00:00 Exploring Global Design Markets * 07:51 Market Opportunities in Africa * 13:05 African Design Market Potential

NEXT Leaders Report - Norden Focus

The conversation delves into the geopolitical changes in the Nordic region, and how this applied to all leaders, the importance of adaptation and responsiveness to change, and the strategic opportunities in design. It explores the dynamics of the Norden region and its impact on global engagement and strategic planning. Takeaways * Geopolitical changes in the Nordic region * Adaptation and responsiveness to change * Design and strategic opportunities Chapters * 00:00 Geopolitical Changes in the Nordic Region * 05:17 Design and Strategic Opportunities

NEXT Leaders Report - China Focus

ARE CHINA’S STRATEGIC MOVES SHAPING THE FUTURE — OR JUST GETTING STARTED? NEXT Leaders Report is focuses on the economic and community signals with a design lens - this episode focuses on China, the Great Renovation, AI and Community development 🇨🇳💡Drop a 🔥 if you think China is leading the way with applied AI and long-term planning. China’s five-year plan has kept its multi-departmental focus—covering environment, economy, and even military—while the West stalls or reacts to crises. 🏗️✨ Unlike the chaotic news cycle in the West, China pushes forward with order and parallel processing, building systems that aim for stability, not chaos. It's clear: when the West hesitates, China accelerates. Could this difference in approach determine which countries thrive in tomorrow’s world? 🌍🤔 Would you rather play defense or build for long-term growth? Comment below! #ChinaInnovation #FutureFocused #GlobalLeadership #AppliedAI #LongTermStrategy #NEXTLeaders #NEXTFutures #BETTERFUTUREAwards