Siamak Hariri

Michael Murphy, founding principal of Mass Design Group, delves into how architecture can heal. Music legend David Byrne discusses how performance spaces shape musical creativity, citing historic venues like CBGB's. Artist Es Devlin shares insights on designing sets that make spaces feel alive, while architect Siamak Hariri reflects on the emotional impact of creating sacred spaces, including the Bahá'í Temple in South America. Together, they explore the powerful influence of our environments on identity and well-being.

This conversation features Michael Murphy, an architect dedicated to creating healing spaces, and David Byrne, the innovative musician known for blending music with the spatial experience. Es Devlin, renowned for her artistic installations, and architect Siamak Hariri, who designed the Baháʼí Temple, join in to discuss how environments shape creativity and connection. They explore the emotional journey spaces can inspire, from intimate performance venues to sacred structures, emphasizing the transformative power of architecture on our lives.