This week's comments update is led by a debate between readers over the significance of sexual identity within the workplace, after an LGBT+ survey revealed that the number of British architects that are "out" at work has fallen.
Loud and proud: the results of the Architects' Journal's LGBT+ survey showed the number of architects who are openly lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender at work has fallen to 73 percent, but some readers believed this was irrelevant.
Guest was not interested by the results of the survey: "How did we ever manage to function without such information at our fingertips" A little more architecture and design, when you get a chance, please Dezeen."
"So what" Why does this have any relevance to the field of design whatsoever" I'm a heterosexual man, and I'm 'out', should that make a difference to you" No," agreed a seemingly agitated Steve Florida. "It does make a difference, Steve. People's fundamental humanity and dignity should not be up for debate. Respect matters. Visibility matters. And so does a healthy, welcoming professional environment." responded Jon.
"Dezeen is geared toward the architecture profession. This survey addresses issues faced by the LGBT community in said profession," wrote Barry O Shea, simply.
"Design is political. Saying otherwise is just plain ignorant," added Marco Sosa.
Mr Walnut Grey suggested the figures had revealed that change was...