Harvard review: How Frank Gehry Creates Masterpieces Without Breaking the Bank

Harvard Business Review recently published an article about how Frank Gehry, also known as the architectural Genius behind some of the world’s most iconic buildings, manages to deliver these complex masterpieces on time and within budget. Here's a shorter, friendlier version of the lessons we can learn from Gehry's success.

Embrace Technology and Innovation

Digital Project Management enables the firm to identify and resolve potential problems in the design phase.

Frank Gehry is known for being tech-savvy, and his firm developed Digital Project. This software helps them create precise 3D models of every building element. With this, they can avoid expensive mistakes and streamline construction.

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

This keeps everyone aligned and enables rapid decision-making.

Gehry ensures open communication and collaboration between architects, engineers, and construction teams. Weekly meetings help everyone stay on the same page and make quick decisions.

Putting Clients First

The key is to...deliver on those priorities while creating a design that stands out.

Gehry is dedicated to understanding and addressing his client's needs, which helps him deliver projects that meet their expectations without sacrificing his unique design.

Be Flexible and Adaptable

They replaced some custom-made elements with off-the-shelf alternatives that didn't diminish the building's visual impact.

Gehry has mastered the art of being agile and adjusting his plans as needed, ensuring he stays on track without compromising his vision.

Conclusion

None of these are breakthrough ideas. Innovation, teamwork, client focus, and adaptability, are not exactly mind-blowing concepts. What sets Gehry apart is his commitment to them. Being committed for that long and having the masterpieces to show for it, is truly mind-blowing, and it’s something that we can all do.