Spaces Podcast

Season two kicks off with part 1 of a 3-part miniseries! Dimitrius sits down with Dezeen's Emerging Architect of 2018, Chris Precht of Precht, Architizer's Emerging Firm of the Year, to discuss the state of architecture, define what an architect does, highlight societal concerns for architects to address, explore architecture's relevance to the public, and we play "What Was That Like?!," asking what was it like to get your first project? Project Spotlights: The High Line by James Corner Field Operations, Diller Scofidio + Renfro, and Piet Oudolf | Manhattan, NY Green Village by IBUKU | Bali, Indonesia Farmhouse by Precht | Conceptual Project Show Music: Intro - "Neon City" by Marten Moses & "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll History - "Ancient Discoveries" by Gavin Luke, "Blind to the Truth" by Wendel Scherer, "King's Hall" by Cercles Nouvelles, and "Steep Hills" by Mythical Score Society Outro - "Keep It" by Dylan Sitts Album artwork: Farmhouse by Precht

Season 2 Preview! We discuss what we've been up to over the break and what we have planned for this season and beyond! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" from Soundroll Outro - "As Real as it Gets" by Matt Large Album artwork: Photo by Inzmam Khan from Pexels

An explosive growth of the craft brewing industry has resulted in comparable growth in commercial space being used for brewing. In this LIVE recorded episode, we are on location at Four Sons Brewing in Huntington Beach, CA to celebrate our first year anniversary, help raise funds for HomeAid OC, and discuss breweries! Evan Miles, a Project Manager at Home Aid OC, sits down with us to briefly highlight HomeAid, and Duke and Deven, of Four Sons Brewing, join the show to discuss more about the business, design & construction considerations, and societal influences on the industry. Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com | "Under the Anheuser Bush" commissioned by the Anheuser-Busch brewing company in 1903, music by Harry Von Tilzer, lyrics by Andrew B. Sterling, and performed by Billy Murray | "Perspectives" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Out

Airports are one of the most complex building types in the industry due to the extensive facilities and systems it must accommodate. Ben Regnier, Senior Associate at Gensler, joins the show to share his expertise. In this episode we discuss the evolution of airports and aviation, design and construction considerations, and a future of airport design focused on elevating the passenger experience. Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com | "At Launch" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ | "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ | "Reawakening" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

The controversial art form of Graffiti has grown from its outlaw past to be an accepted element in beautifying some urban communities. Danni Simpson, commercial and street artist, of Danni Simpson Art joins the show to discuss her style and inspiration, participation in the movement and experience of a renewed relationship between graffiti/street art, municipalities and the building industry. Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com | "Protofunk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ | Rapper's Delight (instrumental), by the Sugarhill Gang and produced by Sylvia Robinson Audio Clips: "Infamy," feat. street legend TOOMER http://www.infamythemovie.com/ | PBS Art Beat, feat. Caleb Neelon, author of "The History of American Graffiti" http://www.pbs.org/newshour/art/ Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

Urban population growth and the dependence on transportation has reached a point where 30 to 60% of urban areas are taken by roads and parking lots. Subsequently, mobility issues have exponentially increased. Brandon Reyes P.E., Project Manager at Michael Baker International joins the show to discuss changes in transportation on the horizon and how they may affect the future of spaces we occupy every day. Project Spotlights: The Boring Company's Tunnel Under Los Angeles Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Audio Clips: TED Ed - Urbanization and the Future of Cities, by Vance Kite | Ford Commercial | TED2017 Elon Musk: The future we're building -- and boring Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

In the spirit of Halloween, Spaces Podcast presents the first edition of "Haunted Spaces." In this episode we highlight the Hotel Monte Vista in Flagstaff, Arizona and its collection of horrifying guests. Show Music: "Night of Chaos" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Ossuary 6 - Air" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Evening of Chaos" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Multifamily housing has historically been an affordable housing solution, however, rising land values, housing policy and slow growth has even impacted its affordability. In this episode, David Senden, Principal and Board of Governors member of KTGY Architecture + Planning joins us to discuss project complexities and issues, political and societal changes, trends, and potential solutions to alleviate the housing crisis. Project Spotlights: Re-Habit | R+D Project by KTGY Architecture + Planning Urban Nest | R+D Project by KTGY Architecture + Planning Macro Unit | R+D Project by KTGY Architecture + Planning Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Audio Clips: New York Historical Society - When Was the First Apartment Building Constructed in NYC? | CNBC Report, Diana Olick - Major apartment developer: 'There is an acute crisis headed our way' Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

Almost 75% of Millennials and Generation Z are willing to pay extra for sustainable offerings! This willingness will play a major role in the future of gym design and operations, especially if your workout can generate electricity. Yes, you read that right...generate your own electricity! Matt Thorsen, Product Manager at Sportsart joins the show to highlight the ECO POWR fitness line and discuss current and future trends in gym design and construction. Project Spotlights: Reebok/Gensler Gas Station Adaptable Reuse Concept Project Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Audio Clips: Digital Diogenes (Youtube) Athletics & Sport - Ancient Greek Society 05 | John F. Kennedy Message on Physical Fitness | Robert Preston "Chicken Fat" | Adam Boesel, Founder of Green Microgym Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

In 10 short years, tech investments in the building industry have increased from $4.5 million to $1.38 billion annually! In this episode we discuss products and technologies that are changing the industry today and in the near future. We highlight wearable technology, management software, robots & drones, blockchain, social media marketing, VR & AR, and the implications of design software advancements. Google and Tesla and Amazon, oh my! Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

Buildings today cause 39% of CO2 emissions in the US. If you have not heard of LEED and or WELL, today's episode is a great intro into these industry design standards that are shifting buildings to healthier and more human-centric spaces. We discuss environmental and green building history, LEED and WELL basics, industry perception, issues and potential value. Project Spotlights: Operation Smile Global Headquarters | Virginia Beach, VA American Society of Interior Designer | Washington DC Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Audio Clips: Zager and Evans "In the Year 2525" | Network (1976) | Nixon's Message to Congress on the Environment | Randy Fiser, CEO American Society of Interior Designers Game Show Music by Otho Molina www.facebook.com/otho.musiccomposer/ Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

Ever wonder what it's like to be an architect, engineer, developer or contractor? In today's episode we welcome our guest Puneet Comar, Director of Land Development, US West of IBI Group to join our discussion on career planning in the building industry. Through this discussion we'll discuss what attracted us to the industry, salary expectations, educational requirements, critical business issues to be addressed in the near future, licensing tips and what to consider when evaluating career growth progress. Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

A national conversation about housing is coming to the forefront. In this episode we explore how we may have gotten here. We discuss current issues of affordability, potential causes - labor shortage, rising land and material costs, immigration - and potential solutions now and in the future. Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Audio Clips: "The Feudal System and the Domesday Book," by ClickView and "The Disturbing History of the Suburbs," from Adam Ruins Everything Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

Humans, throughout history, have had an innate desire to reach for the sky. Today we explored the avenue to do so via skyscrapers. We highlight the history, explore the economics of their development, and discuss trends of safety and innovation that have allowed these buildings to reach new heights! We pose the question, "How relevant are skyscrapers to Millennials?"... and find out Dimitrius' Top 5 movies with skyscrapers. Project Spotlights: Home Insurance Building by William Le Baron Jenney | Chicago, IL The Chrysler Building by William Van Alen | Manhattan, NY The Empire State Building by Shreve, Lamb & Harmon Associates | Manhattan, NY Shanghai Tower by Marshall Strabala + Gensler | Lujiazui, Pudong, Shanghai Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Audio Clips: Skyscraper (1996)trailer | "Ghostbusters" theme song by Ray Parker Jr. | Mission: Impossible theme song by Lalo Schifrin | Skyscraper (2018)trailer Outro - "Man Alone Chimes t

It's summertime! Today's episode dives into the history, development and currents trends of amusement parks. We chat a bit about popular parks such as Disneyland and Six Flags, features like the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and test Jason and Michelle's knowledge about Amusement Parks. Project Spotlights: Gardens of Sallust The World's Columbian Exposition of 1893 | Chicago, IL Coney Island | New York Action Park | Vernon, NJ Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Game Show Music by Otho Molina https://www.facebook.com/otho.musiccomposer/ Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

Spaces Podcast welcomes in a new team member! Michelle Thrakulchavee, Vice President of Land Acquisition at City Ventures, joins the show and highlights her background. Show Music: Intro - Funky Suspense from www.bensound.com Outro - The Ants Built A City On His Chest by Doctor Turtle https://doctorturtle.bandcamp.com/

The incarcerated population has ballooned over the last 50 years and public attitudes have slowly shifted towards active pursuit of criminal justice reform. However, we can't forget about prison design itself. In today's episode the guys highlight key points of criminal justice reform and discuss the evolution of prison design and potential improvements for the future. Project Spotlights: Medievil Prison Design Bridewell House of Corrections | London Panopticon Design Concept, by Jeremy Bentham Direct Supervision Prison Design Mas d'Enric Penitentiary, by AiB estudi d'arquitectes + Estudi PSP Arquitectura | Tarragona, Spain Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

Education and school safety are some of the most polarizing topics in our society today. In this episode, Todd Ferking, an architect and principal of DLR Group, joins the show to discuss school design, philosophy to promote a good educational environment, and achieving a balance in design that will encourage a safe space for students. Project Spotlights: Voorlezer's House (one-room schoolhouse) | Staten Island, NY Crow Island School, by Perkins + Will | Winnetka, IL Compton High School, by DLR Group | Compton, CA Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

In today's episode we welcome our guest, Sara Bendrick, landscape designer and host of DIY Network's "I Hate My Yard" and "Lawn & Order", to explore the home renovation industry, DIY vs. hiring a professional, tips and highlighting the process of renovation. In other news, the group gives professional and personal updates and Ali has major news... Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com History - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore

In today's episode, our guest, Davis Richardson, shares his first hand experience of designing, building and living in his own Tiny Home. We discuss the feasibility, pitfalls in the process of design and construction, life in a tiny home community, and if you could have a party in a tiny house... Project Spotlight: Tumbleweed, by Jay Shafer | Iowa City, Iowa Kinetohaus, by Davis Richardson | Austin, Texas...currently Show Music: Intro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com and "Hope for Change" by Nihilore Outro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore