Chris Hardie

Chris Hardie is a distinguished architect with extensive experience in leadership roles, currently serving as Principal and Design Director at Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects and Perkins&Will. As a founding partner of the Shanghai studio for Schmidt Hammer Lassen and a member of the global Board of Directors for Perkins&Will, Hardie plays a significant role in architectural innovation and practice. Additionally, Hardie contributes to the professional community as a Board Member of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China and holds honorary academic positions at Robert Gordon University and Zhengzhou Institute of Finance and Economics. Previous experience includes notable positions at Haworth Tompkins Architects, David Chipperfield Architects, and WilkinsonEyre, supplemented by robust academic credentials in architecture and law.