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Lighting Up Your Digital Practice Approach
Tuesday September 15, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
TBA
Digital Workflows have become increasingly central to architecture, interiors, and lighting design. Many firms struggle with fragmented standards, inconsistent training, and limited project-level support. This session introduces a practical framework for Digital Practice Management built around three interdependent pillars: Firm Standards, Staff Development, and Project Mentoring.

Participants will explore how intentional digital practice goes beyond software adoption to align people, tools, and processes. Our presentation outlines methods for assessing and improving BIM templates, family libraries, and project execution plans to create consistency and efficiency across multidisciplinary teams. It also demonstrates how structured staff development programs, supported by skill assessment and varied learning strategies, can reinforce standards while supporting long-term professional growth.

In addition, the session highlights the value of project mentoring as real-time, and hands-on guidance throughout the project lifecycle. By integrating mentoring into active projects, firms can improve model health, enhance coordination, and resolve challenges as they arise.

We’ll highlight the advantages of this process through real-world examples and actionable strategies. Attendees will leave with a clear roadmap for strengthening their digital practice, improving collaboration, and building resilient, scalable workflows that support both project delivery and team development.
Speakers
avatar for Samuel Mikhail

Samuel Mikhail

Managing Director, 4Ideal Design
Over the past decade, Sam has worked with more than 50 architecture, interior and lighting design firms, as well as construction companies, to implement BIM technologies. Sam began his career as an architect, and transitioned to the BIM consulting during the early days of architecture... Read More →
avatar for Andrea Lynn

Andrea Lynn

NCIDQ, IIDA, 4Ideal Design
Andrea is a dedicated member of 4 Ideal Design (4iD), bringing her diverse expertise in interior and lighting design to the team. With seven years of experience in the design industry, Andrea’s career began at a large architecture, interiors, and engineering firm, where she worked... Read More →
avatar for Susy Mikhail

Susy Mikhail

Co-Founder | Services Direct | Digital Practice Architect, 4ideal Design
Susy has more than 11 years of architecture experience. She’s an expert in the creation and implementation of Architecture BIM Standards, and has extensive knowledge of New York City documentation requirements and multifamily Revit workflows.Her hands-on experience as an architect... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
TBA
  Practical, Seminar

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