#011 – Laura Kairienė – Vilnius City: Leadership, Digitalisation & the Architecture of Tomorrow

In this episode of Tell Me More, I sit down with Laura Kairienė, Chief Architect of Vilnius City, to explore how digital transformation and human-centric design are shaping one of Europe’s most innovative capitals.Laura shares her journey from her early days in architecture to leading the city’s vision for sustainable growth, smart infrastructure, and urban regeneration. She explains how Vilnius integrates data, design, and dialogue between citizens and government to create a city that works for people, not against them.We discuss the evolution of Vilnius’ skyline, the role of technology in modern planning, and how architects can balance heritage with innovation. Laura also reflects on leadership in public architecture, lessons learned from European cities, and her mission to make Vilnius a global benchmark for future-ready, livable cities.Highlights:Digitalisation & data-driven design in urban planningHow Vilnius builds smarter, greener, and more connected communitiesBalancing heritage with innovation in a growing European capitalThe power of architecture to shape human experienceLaura’s leadership vision for the city of tomorrowWhether you’re passionate about architecture, urban planning, or the future of cities, this episode offers a rare glimpse into how one of Europe’s most forward-thinking capitals is being designed for the next generation.