Bonny Nichol
About Bonny Nichol
Bonny Nichol is a Design Technologist with expertise in visual programming languages such as Grasshopper and Dynamo, currently working at Gensler in London. She has a strong focus on integrating bio/neurofeedback technologies with computational design and advocates for inclusive healthcare design.
Current Role at Gensler
Bonny Nichol currently serves as a Design Technologist at Gensler, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she applies her expertise in visual programming languages and computational design to enhance architectural projects. Her focus includes integrating advanced technologies to improve design processes and outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Bonny Nichol has an extensive educational background in architecture and computational design. She earned a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, followed by a year at Columbia University, where she studied the intersection of New York and Paris. She achieved an Advanced Master in Computational Design from École des Ponts ParisTech. Additionally, she completed a Data Science program at Flatiron School, enhancing her skills in data-driven design.
Professional Background
Bonny Nichol has held various positions in the architecture and design technology fields. Before joining Gensler, she worked as an Architect and BIM Specialist at HDA | Hugh Dutton Associés and served as a Design Technologist Lead at WeWork. Her experience also includes roles at CetraRuddy Architecture and Noumena, where she focused on VR and data analytics. She has coordinated with reality capture teams and has experience with point cloud data and LiDAR scanning.
Research and Advocacy in Healthcare Design
Bonny Nichol is actively involved in research and advocacy related to healthcare design. She writes about trends in healthcare design and patient experiences, emphasizing the importance of inclusive design in healthcare environments. Her work explores the future of healthcare delivery, including trauma-informed design and outpatient services, and she participates in discussions on healthcare as an integrated ecosystem.
Certifications and Professional Credentials
Bonny Nichol is a registered architect in New York State and holds a LEED Accredited Professional credential. These qualifications reflect her commitment to sustainable design practices and her expertise in integrating environmental considerations into architectural projects.