Spaces Podcast

Jason and Dimitrius discuss the difficult decision to turn down work, some things to look for before working with a client, and opportunities to salvage a job... if you choose to. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Perfect Time," by Toby Tranter

Niall Patrick Walsh, architectural designer for Building Design Partnership (BDP), creator of Architecture Words, and co-founder of Bubble Futures Platform, joins the show to discuss what he's up to. With him being an architectural designer, writer, entrepreneur, and former Senior Editor at ArchDaily, we covered a lot - opportunities for the future of the architectural profession, visionary thinking in architecture, managing a full and diverse workload, writing, and much more! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Keep It," by Dylan Sitts

Jason and Dimitrius discuss the purpose of licensing, why some may not get licensed, the effect on a profession and its clients, innovating your practice, and how education could evolve to address the issue. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Keep It," by Dylan Sitts

Anthony Winston III, from Winston Engineering, sits down with us to chat about mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, some trends he's seeing, and what he's currently working on. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "How Did We" by Toby Tranter

Alan Maskin, Principal/Owner at Olson Kundig, joins us to discuss the first facility, located in Seattle, WA, for Recompose, a company that will offer a “natural organic reduction” alternative to cremation and conventional burial methods. Keith Eggener, Professor of Architectural History at the University of Oregon, provides insight into the history and evolution of cemeteries and death care. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "Ancient Discoveries" by Gavin Luke, "Live for the Moment" by Gavin Luke, and "Mirror" by Ciaran Delany Outro - "How Did We" by Toby Tranter Album artwork: Rendering from Olson Kundig

Jason and Dimitrius discuss the anxieties and complexities of client relationships, making presentations, managing expectations, and imposter syndrome. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "How Did We" by Toby Tranter

Dimitrius chats with Bill Caleo, co-founder and Head of Operations for The Brooklyn Home Company (TBHCo), a residential and hospitality development firm based in Brooklyn, NY. Bill discusses passive house principle projects, a hotel project, and shares tips for developers. Project Spotlight: - Brooklyn Passive House Principle Projects, 715 6th Avenue – Greenwood Heights & 271-273 14th Street – South Slope | Brooklyn, NY - The Lake House on Canandaigua Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Fight On" by Pro Reese

Given today's social climate and further sparked by a recent article in Builder magazine, "This is Personal: For Home Builders, Black Lives Matter" by John McManus, Jason and Dimitrius discuss the black experience within the history of home building and the greater building industry. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Fight On" by Pro Reese

Hours after the release of the previous EXPRESS episode, California took significant steps backwards in reopening. In addition, our guest canceled, so Jason and Dimitrius dig into a deeper discussion on COVID-19 and society. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Backyard" by Gregory David

We conclude our 2-part miniseries with Jake Zander, mechanical and plumbing Project Manager at Broadway Mechanical Contractors, Tim Uhler, lead carpenter for Pioneer Builders and creator of @awesomeframers, and Willard Williams Jr., Virtual Design and Construction Manager at JTM Construction. We continue the conversation on the evolution of construction, discussing various trades, relationships, construction techniques, technology, evolution of the workforce, and much more! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "Frontiers Are Where You Find Them" by Trevor Kowalski and "Arise" by Jakob Ahlbom Outro - "Backyard" by Gregory David Album artwork: Photo by Skitterphoto from Pexels

Jason and Dimitrius discuss the effects of COVID-19 on day to day business and how it could change the way we design and build. Discussed on the show: AIA Re-occupancy Assessment Tool Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Backyard" by Gregory David

Do you know what a property title is? Our guest, Zac Torres, Assistant Vice President, National Sales, at Fidelity National Title • FNTG Builder Services, joins the show to give some insight into property title, what is involved in researching a title report, and how title insurance works. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "As Real As It Gets" by Matt Large

These fluid and rapidly changing times call for us to kick it up a notch. Welcome to SPACES Express! In this first episode of our new series, we describe the concept of the series. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "As Real As It Gets" by Matt Large

We are excited to kick off season 3 with our guest, Christine Williamson of Building Science Fight Club! Christine shares her expertise to help us discuss the evolution of construction. In our conversation we discuss architects' construction education, complexities in the field, construction and detailing tips, and much more! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "Ivory Tower" by Philip Ayers and "Strange Techologies" by Marten Moses Outro - "As Real As It Gets" by Matt Large Album artwork: Photo by Pixabay from Pexels

Season 3 Preview! We discuss big news, what we've been up to over the break, and share what we have planned for this season and beyond! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" from Soundroll Outro - "Back in the Days" by Mai Ligne Album artwork: Photo by Kaique Rocha from Pexels

It's our Season 2 finale! We did a live stream inviting listeners to join the show, including our special guest listener who won our Instagram Trivia Tuesday contest. We discussed Sports Performance Training Centers, featuring the Mamba Sports Academy. We also share our thoughts on the season, play "Spaces Podcab" with our guest, and reveal the topic lineup for Season 3! Project Spotlights: Mamba Sports Academy by RGM Architecture & Planning and Bayside Construction | Thousand Oaks, CA Show Music: Intro - "Particle Emission," by Silver Maple and "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "With You by My Side," by Stefan Belrose, "Outbreak," by Fasion, "War Force," by Sons Of Hadesand, and "Driving in the Dark," by Mai Ligne Spaces PodCab Music - "Game Show," by Liru Outro - "Remember These Days," by Matt Large Album artwork: Photo of Mamba Sports Academy, Courtesy of Mamba Sports Academy

According to the World Health Organization, around 450 million people, worldwide, suffer from mental disorders. Studies show that the built environment can provide positive effects on your emotional and mental wellness. Stephanie Vito, AIA, from CannonDesign joins the show to discuss the difference between medical and behavioral health hospitals, challenges, societal changes, design elements, and much more! And Jayson and Frances Schivley, share their clinical experiences. We also play "What Was That Like?!," asking, what was it like to tour your first facility? If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States. (800)-273-TALK Project Spotlights: VCU Health Virginia Treatment Center for Children by CannonDesign | Richmond,VA Show Music: Intro - "Neon City," by Marten Moses and "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "Sanctuary" by Bonnie Grace, "Grow Free" by Jay Varton, and "A P

Luxury custom homes get all the attention in magazines and movies, but do you know the complexities that are involved in this niche of the industry? Architect, David Olson, of David R. Olson Architects, joins us to discuss the architect's role, relationships between designers, builders, and clients, the process of designing a home, budget and timing, navigating contentious neighbors, and much more! We also play "What Was That Like?!," asking what was it like to experience the Great Recession while in the luxury market. Project Spotlights: Dana Point Residence by David R. Olson Architects | Dana Point, CA Corona Del Mar Residence by David R. Olson Architects | Corona Del Mar, CA Show Music: Intro - "Neon City," by Marten Moses and "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Backyard," by Gregory David Album artwork: Photo of Dana Point Residence Courtesy of David R. Olson Architects

In the spirit of Halloween, Spaces Podcast presents the second edition of "Haunted Spaces." In this episode we highlight the St. Augustine Lighthouse in St. Augustine, Florida and the sea of spirits that roam its premises. Show Music: Intro - "The Cemetary Dance" by Jon Bjork "Grave Swap" by Edward Karl Hanson, "Transonic" by Ethan Sloan, and "Lego Castle" by Etienne Roussel Album Artwork by Paul Brennan

What does community mean to you? Ken Ryan, a Principal at KTGY Architecture & Planning, joins us to discuss planning techniques and trends, how to create great communities, transportation, and his experience as a Mayor and city official, highlighting how to get projects done. Artist and community leader, Stix also shares the work he's doing through Think Watts and his partnerships with the L.A. Clippers and others to improve his community. Project Spotlights: La Floresta by KTGY | Brea, CA ARTIC by HOK | Anaheim, CA Show Music: Intro - "Neon City," by Marten Moses and "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "Settlers," by Dream Cave, "Once in Vegas," by White Bones, and "A Perfect Planet 7," by Niklas Ahlstrom Outro - "Perfect Time ," by Toby Tranter Album artwork: Photo by Leah Kelley