Inside NYC’s Built Environment: Laurie Hutner, Executive VP of WB Wood on the Sisto Says Podcast

WB Wood recently had the opportunity to join the Sisto Says Podcast for a conversation focused on the evolving relationship between furniture, construction, and the built environment in New York City.

Hosted by Sisto Martello, President and CEO of Design 2147, the podcast brings together leaders across the architecture, engineering, construction, and commercial interiors industries to discuss the forces shaping the spaces where people work, gather, and collaborate.

In this episode, the conversation explores how the furniture and construction industries intersect within the fast-paced NYC market. From navigating complex buildouts to aligning design intent with construction realities, the discussion highlights the importance of collaboration between furniture dealers, designers, contractors, and project teams to bring successful workplace environments to life.

Hear WB Wood’s very own Laurie Hutner, with more than 45 years of sales experience at WB Wood, share insights on what furniture dealers really do behind the scenes, the process of bringing a project to life, and how shifts in the market—from amenity-driven offices to hospitality-inspired healthcare—are changing the role furniture plays in shaping how people work, gather, and connect.

New York City continues to serve as one of the most dynamic environments for workplace transformation. As organizations rethink how offices support culture, collaboration, and productivity, furniture and interiors play an increasingly strategic role in shaping those experiences. Delivering these environments requires close coordination between design and construction teams, ensuring that planning, procurement, and installation align with the broader project timeline.

We’re grateful to Sisto Martello and the Sisto Says Podcast team for the opportunity to share perspectives on the evolving workplace and the role furniture partners play in delivering thoughtful, high-performing interiors.

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