Join us for an inside look at the Guide, Snøhetta’s Synthesis intranet. Our tour guide will be Kate Grimes, Director at Snøhetta.
When Snøhetta set out to transform its knowledge management approach, the team leveraged Synthesis to build a dynamic and visually rich knowledge hub. The result is an intranet that balances structured information with creative flexibility—bringing together critical resources like:
visually compelling design standards
a model library showcasing design evolution + precedent examples
a proposal archive to enable distributed business development efforts and
a vibrant discussion forum about design, technology, and project updates
Whether an employee is referencing design standards, exploring past projects for inspiration, or engaging in firmwide discussions, the Guide ensures that Snøhetta’s collective knowledge remains dynamic, discoverable, and deeply embedded in the firm’s culture.
In this Intranet Tour, Kate will share:
The evolution of the Guide from print to Squarespace to Synthesis
How Snøhetta uses Synthesis to organize key knowledge areas like project and proposal archives, design standards, and mentorship programs
Lessons learned from balancing firmwide consistency with creative autonomy
The role of AI-powered search in unlocking knowledge across the firm
We’ll save plenty of time for Q+A!
This 60-minute webinar will take place on Thursday, March 27th at 11 AM PT.
We hope to see you there.
Featured Guest
Kate Grimes, Director of Knowledge
Kate is an imaginative, conceptual thinker with a background in art and design as well as extensive experience in project management and leadership. As Snøhetta’s Director of Knowledge, Kate leads Information Technology, Knowledge Management, and Office Operations for the U.S. studio. She excels at managing complex projects, fostering collaborative partnerships with colleagues, and creative problem-solving.
About EUA
Snøhetta is a multidisciplinary design practice established in 1989, renowned for creating buildings, landscapes, and interiors that enhance civic life while maintaining a balance with nature. The firm operates internationally with studios in Oslo, New York, Paris, Innsbruck, Hong Kong, and Adelaide, employing a collaborative approach that integrates architecture, landscape, interiors, and art to produce innovative and public-benefiting designs. Committed to social and environmental sustainability, Snøhetta believes that well-conceived design can improve productivity, well-being, and overall enjoyment of life.