For me, I think the most exciting thing in architecture is the re-emergence of the locally-focused architect.
The Internet has created an incredible democratization of the architecture industry.
If you focus on design, you can call yourself a designer. If you focus on the implementation of your design, you can call yourself an architect.
Most of the emails were from students and, particularly, young architects who want to do something to help, but have no idea what they can contribute.