2025 Fall Preview: Christopher Ladd, Ci Design, Inc.

What trends or shifts do you see shaping your industry this fall and into 2026? We are positioning our firm to be a leader in data center design. Revenue from our Mission Critical Practice alone has grown by 130% in under two years. Opening a new office in Dallas and hiring subject matter experts from an experienced practice leader to several principals and staff members allowed Ci to become known for technical excellence, speed to market and deep client trust in this market. We’re continuing to expand our Mission Critical team, offices and project opportunities, and looking forward to growing our footprint both nationally and internationally.

What are you most excited about for the future of your sector? We’re excited to see continued growth in our Science & Technology Practice, specifically in the number of pharmaceutical projects, from large-scale, ground-up facilities to renovations and tenant fit-outs. Ci is actively looking to hire a healthcare practice leader who brings a deep understanding of healthcare operations so our firm can expand our portfolio to hospitals, clinics, medical offices, and other health-related environments. In our Mixed-Use & Residential Practice, we’re excited to see several large-scale mixed-use districts and multi-family developments move forward.