Forth Bagley
Forth is a Managing Principal of Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF), one of the world’s top architecture firms. Since joining KPF in 2005, Forth has led some of the firm’s most impactful urban projects, including the masterplan of Hudson Yards in New York, the continuous development of Hong Kong’s Landmark and Victoria Dockside districts, and the new Changi Airport Terminal 5 in Singapore. Forth is an expert at assembling and leading large teams of architects and consultants to deliver complicated city-defining projects. He has a particular interest in issues of density, the intersection of public and private space, and the intricate programmatic relationships within the contemporary city. His experience across sectors, from boutique residential and hospitality complexes to headquarters and commercial projects, is focused on the successful realization of complex, mixed-use lifestyle districts and developments. In addition to the above-mentioned projects, his portfolio includes work in cities across the United States, Asia, and Europe. In addition to his role on the board of Open House New York, Forth is a frequent speaker for organizations and conferences such as ULI, MIPIM, New York’s Urban Design Forum, and the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), sharing his expertise and passion for architecture that enhances the vitality of its city. He co-edited Perspecta 38 through the Yale School of Architecture, where he is a frequent guest critic and where he has twice taught as the Eero Saarinen Visiting Professor. He also teaches a course at Columbia called "The Value of Design."