The Second Studio Design and Architecture Show
The Second Studio is an explicit podcast about design, architecture, and the everyday. Hosted by Architects David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet, the show covers a wide array of subjects with humor and honesty. It features a variety of creative professionals in unscripted and more personal conversations.
Episodes
#522 - Harper Halprin, Principal & Co-Founder of AAHA Studio
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Harper Halprin, Principal & Co-Founder of AAHA Studio. The three discussed Harper's background, getting into architecture, taking a gap year, architecture school and education, early career decisions, New York vs Los Angeles architecture practices, starting her own practice, transitioning from solo practice to AAHA Studio, stu
#521 - Does A.I. Improve Architecture?
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss AI in architecture. The two question whether technology helps improve the quality of architects, AI vs human creativity & innovation, AI replacing architects, the purpose of AI, architecture presentations and graphics, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • You
#520 - Tyler Freres, Vice President of Sales at Freres Engineered Wood
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Tyler Freres, Vice President of Sales at Freres Engineered Wood. The three discussed the origin of Freres Engineered Wood, the co-generation closed-loop system, the invention of Mass Plywood, CLT vs Mass Plywood Panel (MPP), using MPP in different climates, maintaining the quality of lumber, the process of working with Freres
#519 - Adrian Morris, Co-Founder and Director of Pangea Design Group
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Adrian Morris, co-founder and Director of Pangea Design Group, as well as Managing Partner of Design Partnership and Morris&Co. The three discussed Adrian's educational background, why architecture school is too theoretical, the operations of the firm, Adrian's early career, growing a diverse portfolio, establishing Pangea, co
#518 - Building a Custom House as Spec House
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss building custom homes as spec homes. The two cover the types of houses, the differences between custom homes and spec homes, designing for resale value, planning for change, balancing good design with being cost-effective, timelines for spec and custom homes, client influences, why custom homes might not work out, build quality, res
#517 - Anthony Poon, Founder of Poon Design Inc.
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Anthony Poon, Founder of Poon Design Inc. The three discussed Anthony's background, music & architecture, design approach, early career experience, architecture, writing & music as one creative process, marketing an architecture firm, when Anthony started Poon Design, being a specialist in design, finding an architectural styl
#516 - After Hours: Are Real Estate Agents Overvalued?
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about anechoic chambers, real estate listings, prices, and buzzwords, real estate agents (are they overcompensated?), and what constitutes 'good design' in the public's eye. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • I
#515 - Brent Buck, Founder and Principal at Brent Buck Architects
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Brent Buck, founder and principal at Brent Buck Architects. The three discussed Brent's background, architecture education, inspiring buildings during his travels, what's consistent in his work, efficiency in design details, making compromises, starchitects & interior designers, how architects can communicate better, the Clint
#514 - After Hours: Visiting Santa Barbara
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about frustrating team members and their weekend trip to Santa Barbara, covering Santa Barbara's architecture, landscape, restaurants, a giant prix fixe meal, the town, and paying $5 for half a cup of milk. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.
#513 - Joshua Ramus, Founding Principal of REX
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Joshua Ramus, founding principal of REX. The two discussed Joshua's background, designing for performance, best approach to client meetings, design competitions, office size & structure, interior design, being involved in all projects, design philosophy, project types, being flexible in design thinking, defending design concep
#512 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Architecture
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design answer questions from listeners. The two discuss dealing with imposter syndrome, architecture office hiring logic and unions, being proactive in an office, confidence, design idea contribution, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Websi
#511 - Andrew Bernheimer, Founding Principal of Bernheimer Architecture
This week, David of FAME Architecture & Design is joined by Andrew Bernheimer, founding principal of Bernheimer Architecture. The two discussed how and why Andrew unionized his firm, what the purpose of unionization is, the structure of a unionized practice, the process of unionization, how long it takes, the process to change the union contract, how unionizing impacts the design process, next ste
#510 - Client Questions: Phasing Projects and Starting Before the Architect is Hired
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design answer common client questions: Can my construction project be phased? Can I start my project before the architect is hired? The two discuss how much of the project needs to be designed, misconceptions and common mistakes in phased projects, starting a project before hiring an architect, what to do before signing an architect, client consul
#509 - Ludwig Godefroy, Founder of Ludwig Godefroy Architecture
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ludwig Godefroy, a French architect based in Mexico City known for his brutalist, concrete-driven work. The two discussed how building codes and construction culture differ between France and Mexico, the handcrafted construction methods that recall Le Corbusier's era, the technical challenges of building a brutalist concrete c
#508 - After Hours: Guest Critiquing and Students Rejecting AI?
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss what it actually feels like to sit on a review panel, staying fully present through hours of critiquing student work back to back, students rejecting AI tools, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.co
#507 - David Lee, Founder of Buildnotes
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by David Lee, founder of Buildnotes. The two discussed how David got involved with the LA fire rebuild effort, bulk purchasing, what is Buildnotes, how it started, and how it works, types of vendors and products on Buildnotes, how the community can help, navigating different community organizations, gaining trust, marketing and v
#506 - Design Review LACMA by Peter Zumthor
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design review the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The two discussed LACMA's entry & exterior, the interior design, external experience of LACMA, materiality, inside-outside connection, dark interior & psychological impact, building details, artwork display, open plan design, food options, architectural forms, and more. This episode is su
#505 - Daniel Green, Founder of Blackbriar Development
This week, David of FAME Architecture & Design is joined by Daniel Green, Founder of Blackbriar Development. The two discussed how David and Marina started the Second Studio Podcast, the creativity and design process, designing architecture experiences, cohesive design vision, construction phase, modern vs traditional, Daniel Green's background and Blackbriar Development, hiring architects & contr
#504 - After Hours: Recent Starchitect Projects and Architecture Trends in School
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about architecture projects: Copenhagen's new tower, LACMA by Zumthor, OMA's New Museum extension, unoccupied buildings by famous architects, architecture trends in school, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Of
#503 - David Prutting, Founder and Owner of Prutting & Co
This week, David of FAME Architecture & Design is joined by David Prutting, Founder and Owner of Prutting & Co. The two discussed David's background, his career journey, starting his own business as a contractor, working on new builds, arrogance and ego in design, communication and alignment with clients, Grace Farm project by SANAA, good architect contractor partnership, pre-construction service,
#502 - After Hours: TV Shows & David and Marina's Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment
This week, David and Marina have a short chat about TV shows, then dive into their Predictive Index Behavorial Assessments, discussing the personality tendencies and dynamics in the workplace. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call
#501 - After Hours: Disneyland!
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about their trip to Disneyland. The two discuss Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, the Rise of the Resitance, food, the making of Disneyland, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or
#500 - Saul Kim, Director of Saul Kim Studio
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Saul Kim, Director of Saul Kim Studio & Adjunct Professor at Hanyang University ERICA. The three discussed Saul's background and architecture education, finding his own niche in architecture, pursuing a master's degree, anomalies and experimental studies, teaching students to find their style, communicating conceptual architec
#499 - Steven Fleming, Architect, Author, and Design Educator
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Steven Fleming, architect, author, and design educator. The three discussed Steven's background, Platonist & utopian architecture, architects & visionary work, famous architects' commissions and client relationships, issue with architecture teachers, Steven's career journey, books & bikes, mission as a teacher, architecture tut
#498 - After Hours: Organizers, Humanoid Robots, and Small Dogs
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about compulsive organizing habits, drafting tools, the humanoid robot, Neo, by 1X, BEEF, social enclaves, and small dogs. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 2
#497 - Benjamin Uyeda, Designer at Large & Co-Founder of Reset Hotel
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ben Uyeda, Designer at Large & Co-Founder of Reset Hotel. The three discussed Ben's educational background, cost-effective modular homes, mediocre built environment as a point of inspiration, balancing conceptual & practical thinking, launching a successful firm, the business of architecture, why Ben left architecture, designi
#496 - After Hours: Easter and The Immortal Man
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about Easter and The Immortal Man. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • Interviews: Interviews with i
#495 - Ekaterina Solomeina, Creative Director & Co-founder of Future London Academy
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ekaterina Solomeina, Creative Director & Co-founder of Future London Academy. The three discussed Ekaterina's background, the creative vs logical brain, working with Michael Wolff, talent vs learning, entrepreneurship as creatives, starting Future London Academy, FLA programs, participant selection process, designing a learnin
#494 - After Hours: Snøhetta and BIG's Layoffs and Architecture's Workplace Challenges
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about unions in architecture, internships, workplace culture, architects' salaries, the starchitect era, preparing students for the profession, Marina's acting audition, tv shows, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.c
#493 - Roderick Bates, Senior Director & Product Operations at Chaos
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Roderick Bates, Senior Director & Product Operations at Chaos. The three discussed AI and the future of Architecture, adapting & adopting AI tools, how Chaos is working with AI (material generating, render enhancing, building performance analyzing, and as a collaboration tool), construction documentation, client experience, AI
#492 - Copenhagen Architecture: OMA, Jørn Utzon, BIG, and more
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design review the architecture of Copenhagen. They discussed local apartment developments, modern and old neighborhoods, infrastructure & civic design, facade design, building details, Blox building by OMA, the Bagsværd Church by Jørn Utzon, BIG's 8 House, The Mountain, and VM Houses, the Black Diamond building, the Grundtvig Church, and more. Th
#491 - Charles Durrett, Principal Architect of The Cohousing Company
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Charles Durrett, Principal Architect of The Cohousing Company. The three discussed Charles' education background & research project, influencing culture change through co-housing, what is co-housing, how does a co-housing project start, leading a co-housing project as an architect, what draws people to co-housing, building com
#490 - After Hours: AI in Hollywood and TV Shows
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about AI in hollywood and TV shows. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • Interviews: Interviews with
#489 - Anthony Laney, Architect & Founding Partner of Laney LA
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Anthony Laney, Architect & Founding Partner of Laney LA. The three discussed the making of Laney LA's monograph, Genius Loci vs Tabula Rasa, when to respond to context, Laney LA's design process, convincing clients to trust the design process, concept vs schematic design, client & architect co-authorship, how producing a book
#488 - What is Modern Architecture?
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design answer the question, "What is modern architecture?" They discuss the history of modern architecture, misconceptions about modern architecture, contemporary vs modern styles, why architecture styles are confusing, search for authenticity in architecture, ornamentation in architecture, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa •
#487 - Thomas Rowntree, Architect & Founder of Tomrowstudios
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Thomas Rowntree, architect & founder of Tomrowstudios. The three discussed how Thomas got into architecture, advice to prepare for architecture school, experience of architecture school & avoiding burnout, why Thomas started posting on social media, architecture marketing & social media presence, career timeline, Thomas' book
#486 -After Hours: Whiney People and Affordable Housing
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about eating at Gladstone's, ways to make housing more affordable, whiney people, (un)reasonable demands of car drivers, airplane stories, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com •
#485 - Kirk Lauterbach and Christine Kegel, COO and CEO of Blue Alpine Builders
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Kirk Lauterbach and Christine Kegel, COO and CEO of Blue Alpine Builders. The four discussed Kirk & Christine's background, how they met, working with your partner, good contractor & customer service, contractors & architects working relationships, ideal client, architect and contractor relationship, understanding everyone's n
#484 - Eran Chen, Founding Principal of ODA Architecture
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Eran Chen, Founding Principal of ODA Architecture. The three discussed Eran's background and education, moving to New York, early career, the business of architecture, establishing ODA, ODA design approach, multidisciplinary architect, exciting projects, maintaining design quality in a large office, his favorite building, and
#483 - Copenhagen: Is It Too Perfect?
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about their trip to Copenhagen, covering flying with a child car seat, local food, croissants, coffee, transporation systems, people, and more. Part two will cover the architecture of Copenhagen - stay tuned! This episode is supported by Chaos • Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE • Future London Academy SUBSCRIB
#482 - Noah Roth, Founder of Streetcraft
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Noah Roth, Founder of Streetcraft. The three discussed Noah's background and education, starting Streetcraft, the cause of traffic, types of interchanges, human experience of urban planning, online comments, urban design advocacy & communication, business of Streetcraft, solutions to improve streets & how architects can help,
#481 - Design Review: New York City Architecture
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the architecture of New York City. They reviewed the World Trade Centre Plaza, the Oculus, the High Line, Little Island Park, The High Line, The Edge, The Shed, The Vessel, Hudson Yards, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE • Future London Academy
#480 - Omar Gandhi, Founder and Principal of Omar Gandhi Architects
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Omar Gandhi, founder and principal of Omar Gandhi Architects. The three discussed Omar's background and education, the architect stereotype, the influence of office location on his architecture practice, establishing his own practice, modern vs traditional architecture, finding the right clients, project variety and firm size,
#479 - Career Advice: First Jobs & Licensure
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss their experience with their first job in architecture. They touched on the difference between school and practice, working overseas, office politics, project managers, job titles, office culture, architecture licensure, when to take the architecture exams, the exam systems, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Autodesk Fo
#478 - Garrett Neal, Principal Lighting Designer at Neal Lighting
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Garrett Neal, principal lighting designer at Neal Lighting. The three discussed Garrett's early career influence, the evolution of Neal Lighting, working with family, defining lighting design, client presentations, and the process of lighting design. when to engage a designer, common misconceptions, technology advancement & im
#477 - After Hours: Public Education, Long Beach Aquarium, and Holiday Plans
This week David and Marina have a casual converstion about David's high school education, the Long Beach Aquarium, and holidy plans. This episode is supported by Chaos • Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook
#476 - Tim Hay, Co-Founder of Fearon Hay
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Tim Hay, co-founder of Fearon Hay. The three discussed the visibility of architecture ideas & process, realities of achieving architecture design, the business of architecture practice, architecture community helping young architects, Fearon Hay studio size and operations, local vs international projects, client relationships,
#475 - After Hours: Changing the Studio and Being a Parent
This week David and Marina have a casual chat about changing the studio setup and being parents. This episode is supported by Chaos • Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a re
#474 - William Pedersen, Founding Design Partner of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF)
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by William Pedersen, founding design partner of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF). The three discussed William's background and career influences, leaving hockey for architecture, career breakthrough, establishing and growing KPF, gesture & response site design approach, One Jackson Square, maintain design quality in growing offi
#473 - Starting Your Architecture Career
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share their advice for young architects who are beginning their career. They discussed when to start your own practice, how to avoid setting yourself back, personal vs professional development, career lifespan of an architect, being young and risk appetite, producing vs learning, cheap design disclaimers, how long to stay in an office, shoul
#472 - Frank Renfro & Kambiz Kamdar, Co-founders of Pali Builds
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Frank Renfro and Kambiz Kamdar, co-founders of Pali Builds. They discussed how Pali Builds started, alternative construction methods and products, issues affecting the fire rebuild, community leadership, why Pali Builds was established, the need for centralized information, cost to rebuild, helping fire victims on larger scale,
#471 - David Michael, Chief Creative Officer and Founding Partner of Tecture Design Studio
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by David Michael, Chief Creative Officer and Founding Partner of Tecture Design Studio. The three discussed David's background, his early career, travelling & school, establishing Tecture, vision for Tecture, firm size & operations, fabrication mockups & testing, budget & schedule, design build business structure, appeal of desig
#470 - Pacific Palisades Fire Rebuild Updates
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share updates on the Pacific Palisades fire rebuild efforts. They discuss the lack of centralized information on the Palisades fire, common questions from fire victims, educating clients to make the right decision, like for like regulation updates, rebuilding without previous house plans, house footprint location & areas calculation, tax im
#469 - After Hours: Indoor Gyms For Kids & Apple Pie
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about Platonic, pumpkin patches, indoor gyms for kids, and debate about apple pie. This episode is supported by Chaos • Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to
#468 - Lance Herbst, Founder and Partner of Herbst Architects Ltd
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Lance Herbst, Founder and Partner of Herbst Architects Ltd. The three discussed Lance's educational background, his early career, moving to New Zealand, establishing Herbst Architects, Niki as a partner in all things, focusing on designing houses, timeline for building a custom home, modern architecture in NZ, practice's langu
#467 - After Hours: Movie Theaters
This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about movie theaters. This episode is supported by Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • Intervi
#466 - Erwan Bouroullec, Founder of Erwan Bouroullec Studio
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Erwan Bouroullec, founder of Erwan Bouroullec Studio. The three discussed Erwan's childhood influences, the journey and challenges of becoming an artist, artist vs designer, his design process & philosophy, standard vs unique production, AI in design, architects as perfectionist, Erwan's studio operations, his favorite project
#465 - The Architect as Editor
This week, David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the editing process in architecture design. They touched on editing in the creative process, how to know what to edit, the difference between editing and value engineering, teamwork, subjective interests, subtraction and addition, refusing to edit, starting simple vs complex, a client's role in the editing process, and more. This ep
#464 - Scott Specht, Founding Partner of Specht Novak
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Scott Specht, founding partner of Specht Novak Architects. The three discussed Scott's background, the evolution of technology in architecture, conceptual vs real world architecture, history of Specht Novak Architects, optimal firm size, how different project experience translates, small office working on large scale projects,
#463 - After Hours: Sound Baths, Documentaries, Life as a Milllenial
This week David and Marina have a casual chat about sound baths, Don't Die, poisonous people, Led Zeppelin documentary, life as a millenial, and other random stuff. This episode is supported by Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook
#462 - Jaume Soler, Founding Principal of SoundArts
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Jaume Soler, Founding Principal of SoundArts. The three discussed Jaume's education, what an Acoustician does, acoustic measurements, accuracy of computer modeling, natural acoustics, subjective vs scientific acoustic measurements, communicating acoustics to clients & collaborators, musicians not being able to hear the orchestr
#461 - Buying Plans Online vs Hiring An Architect
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the difference between buying online plans vs hiring architects. They touched on why architects produce more drawings, clients don't understand hierarchy of information and phases, pre-fabricated homes vs pre-designed floor plans, how to save money on a tight budget, clients need to know their budget, construction cost isn't everythi
#460 - Tom Spoja, Partner at Backen & Backen
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Tom Spoja, Partner at Backen & Backen. The three discussed Tom's background, the Case Study 2.0 fire rebuild program, history of Backen & Backen; working with remote employees, staying in one office throughout career, unique custom house design requests, establishing strong connection with clients, project challenges, fire resi
#459 - After Hours: Coffee, Food Preferences, Big Bear
This week David and Marina of have a casual chat about coffee, pocast scheduling, beverages, hot sauce, sandwiches, vegetables, ane Big Bear. This episode is supported by Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text question
#458 - Bryan Zabonick, Vice President of Delivery at BQE
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Bryan Zabonick, Vice President of Delivery at BQE. The three discussed Bryan's professional background, tips to improve architecture business practice, fee structures, communicating with clients, contracts, invoices, budgets, managing overhead costs, architects undervaluing their service, and more This episode is supported by
#457 - The Shift House: A Pre-Designed Pacific Palisades Fire-Rebuild Home
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss The Shift House, their pre-designed model home for the Pacific Palisades. They cover the purpose of The Shift House, conceptual thinking, site planning, form and massing, indoor/outdoor connections, procession & privacy, optionality, material palettes, fire resiliency, and more. Visit: https://www.famearchitects.com/shift-house-case-
#456 - Ana Duran, Co-Principal of Estudio A0 & Assistant Professor at Yale School of Architecture.
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ana Maria Duran Calisto, Co-Principal of Estudio A0 and Daniel Rose Visiting Assistant Professor at the Yale School of Architecture. The three discussed the shift in relationship between technology, culture and nature in architecture; the cultural background of South America; architecture and the Amazonia; the colonial and mono
#455 - After Hours: Visiting NYC!
This week David and Marina have a casual chat about their recent trip to New York. The two cover reuniting with the city, food, urbanism, traveling with a baby, the MoMA, food poisoning, and much more. This episode is supported by Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.co
#454 - Thomas Woltz, Senior Principal of Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects (NBW)
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Thomas L. Woltz, Senior Principal of Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects (NBW). The three discussed Thomas's childhood influences; architecture & arts education; why he studied Master of Architecture; how landscape architects think differently; creating impact beyond your lifetime; landscape maintenance; pros & cons of priva
#453 - Balancing Hobbies & Architecture
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss importance of having hobbies outside of architecture; making time for activities beyond architecture school; making passion into career; influence of external hobbies on architecture career; transitioning from school to work; nightmare stories; and more. This episode is supported by Autodesk Forma & Autodesk Insight • Programa • L
#452 - Jess Field, Principal and Co-Founder of Field Architecture
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Jess Field, Principal and Co-Founder of Field Architecture. The three discussed Jess's architecture influence and education; the founding of Field architecture; evolution of technology in architecture; limitations of computer software in design; Jess's early career; managing & scaling architecture office; communicating experime
#451 - The Value of Diverse Project Experience
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the value of having different project experiences. They touched on working in different offices; project types in architecture school; how long to stay at an office; office fit & alignment; diverse project experiences; large vs small offices; the ideal first 10 years of an architecture career; changing office & pay raise; and more. T
#450 - Dan Rubinstein, Host and Creator of The Grand Tourist
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Dan Rubinstein, Host and creator of The Grand Tourist podcast. The three discussed Dan's career in journalism; change in media production; design field crossovers in media; shift to personality economy; future of journalism & media; hosting The Grand Tourist; common traits of successful people; career exploration freedom constr
#449 - You Need Construction Administration
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the importance of Construction Administration to achieve a successful project. They touched on what construction administration is, the role of an architect during CA; why CA matters for clients; how CA saves time and money; real world scenarios during CA; what construction administration is not; questions to ask an architect about C
#448 - David Weeks, Founder of David Weeks Studio
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by David Weeks, founder of David Weeks Studio. The three discussed David's artistic childhood and education; studying sculpture and painting; influence of art education on design career; working with Ted Muehling; starting a studio as a lighting designer; artists and creators priced out; progression of lighting career and studio g
#447 - Adam Yarinsky, Principal of Architecture Research Office (ARO)
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Adam Yarinsky, FAIA and Principal of Architecture Research Office (ARO). They discussed Adam's architecture childhood dream; education and master's research; urban design vs Architecture; starting the ARO office; evolution of ARO's design approach; office structure & value of consultants; mentorship; ARO office monograph; chall
#446 - Zach Forrest, Executive Vice President of Goodman Gable Gould
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design Zach Forrest, Executive Vice President of Goodman Gable Gould Adjusters International. The three discussed the roles of a public adjuster; why hire a public adjuster; process of engaging a public adjuster; documenting lost estimates; insurance claim timeline; insurance claims discrepancy; insurance coverage; relocating & insurance claim; com
#445 - Behind the Scenes of Second Studio Podcast
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the behind the scenes of running the Second Studio Podcast. The two discussed the Second Studio Podcast dynamic; behind the scenes of the guest episodes; work life balance of architecture and podcast; authenticity in podcast; enjoyment as podcast host; dealing with social media audience; the architecture discourse; creating systems;
#444 - Morris Adjmi, Founder and Principal of Morris Adjmi Architects
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Morris Adjmi, founder and principal of Morris Adjmi Architects. The three discussed Morris's childhood, architecture education and experiences; modern & historical architecture expressions; early career and working with Aldo Rossi; the Scholastic Building; Morris Adjmi office founding & operations; analog vs digital in architec
#443 - After Hours: Aging, Architecture Influencers, TV Shows
This week David and Marina have a casual chat about aging, architecture influencers, tv shows, and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Programa • Learn more about BQE CORE SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE C
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