People, context and collaboration in Snøhetta’s practice: a conversation with Richard McIntyre
Through the reflections of Richard McIntyre, Senior Architect at Snøhetta Innsbruck, this conversation explores the studio’s holistic and people-centred approach to architecture, shaping a design philosophy grounded in collaboration, context, and experiences. Richard highlights how Snøhetta’s ethos emerges not only from its projects but from the collective processes and shared values that define its culture.
“We work as a collective but each individual voice is important to be heard, to make sure that the voice is really collective and not just coming from the strongest personality pushing through.”
Central to the studio’s identity is the principle that people come first - from internal collaboration to the experience of those who inhabit their projects. The diverse mix of backgrounds and disciplines within the office fosters a continuous reflection on communication, cooperation, and flexibility of roles.
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Photo credits: YACademy
