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Patrick MacLeamy FAIA

An internationally recognized architect with over 50 years of experience, Patrick MacLeamy brings unparalleled expertise in executive leadership and digital innovation to the built environment. His visionary approach to design and project management has consistently redefined industry standards on a global scale.

Patrick leads the charge in advancing technological integration and collaborative decision-making across all architectural disciplines. As a founder and Chairman Emeritus of buildingSMART International, he tirelessly advocates for global digital standards and the widespread adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM). He is universally celebrated for developing the “MacLeamy Curve,” a pivotal concept that proves shifting design efforts to the earliest phases of a project dramatically lowers total costs and eliminates inefficiencies.

The insightful host behind the BUILD SMART podcast on the Gābl Media Network, Patrick shares invaluable stories and strategic lessons from his five decades in the field.

His transformative leadership during his tenure as CEO and Chairman at HOK demonstrates his profound commitment to cultivating a positive, supportive company culture. He successfully guided the firm from financial struggle to consistent profitability, transforming it into one of the most technologically advanced and largest architecture practices in the world.

A celebrated author and international speaker, he continually leverages his vast experience to help modern architectural practices implement sustainable strategies and weather unpredictable economic shifts. As a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, he has dedicated his extensive career to transforming the fragmented construction industry into an integrated, highly collaborative system.

Podcast Series

Patrick MacLeamy is a Visionary Leader and BIM Pioneer, Empowering Architects to Design World-Class Firms.

Patrick’s journey from starting as a junior designer in St. Louis to leading a global workforce across three continents showcases his unwavering dedication to both the art and business of architecture. By producing engaging podcast content and authoring definitive industry texts, Patrick believes we can radically improve project delivery worldwide. He envisions a fully integrated, technologically fluent profession where collaboration and early planning build long-term success for every practice. Alongside co-host Mark R. LePage, he utilizes this narrative platform to highlight the innovative solutions and tough decisions needed to sustain and grow a world-class firm.