How we develop, edit, and weave the disparate influences of society and client into a coherent whole defines our work and in turn is a reflection of our society -- Journal 9 is a documentation of this process. Members were invited to present a personal manifesto, a glimpse into the why, what and how of their architecture. This compilation offers a glimpse of the future based not on a preponderance of futuristic designs or computer generated images, but on the work itself and juxtapositions between various projects shown. How is architectural practice being re-defined and expanded -- is the climate fostering varied pursuits and interests?