Modern Architect Radio Show With Tom Dioro

In this episode, Tom welcomes Clark Manus, CEO of Heller Manus Architects and former president of The American Institute of Architects (AIA). Clark discusses lessons and insights from 40 years as a practicing architect, including how he became president of the AIA and the unexpected link between psychology and architecture.

In this episode, Tom welcomes Drew Goldman, Senior Lighting Designer and VP of Pure Edge Lighting. Drew illuminates the challenges of good lighting and how Pure Edge became the US Dept. of Energy's "Best in Class" for innovative LED lighting.

In this episode, Tom welcomes Aaron Jobson, a partner of Quattrocchi Kwok architects and board member of the Collaborative for High Performing Schools. Aaron discusses intelligent school design for more productive and inviting classrooms. Aaron introduces to how the school facilities can be crafted to meet the needs and wishes of all users.

In this episode, Tom welcomes Denis Mulligan, CEO of the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District. Denis introduces us to the joys and challenges of running the most famous bridge in the world. He discusses its stoic historic and dynamic future.

In this special episode, Tom welcomes Arthur Gensler, author of Art's Principles and founder of the Gensler Firm. Art offers lessons and stories from a lifetime of architecture and business. He discusses how he revolutionized interior design and the way an architecture firm runs.

In this episode, Tom welcomes Charles Bovet, VP of Operations at BONE Structure. BONE Structure offers a sustainable, scalable solution to meet California's 2020 Net Zero Energy requirements. Charles Bovet introduces us to the design and deployment of this fascinating new technology.

In this episode, Tom meets with Wolfgang Wagener, principal of WOWA West. Tom learns how WOWA West helps clients define, design, develop, and deliver the highest valued real estate possible. Wolfgang has worked with clients such as Apple to develop innovative and novel campuses.

In this episode, Tom welcomes Edgar Lopez, city architect and deputy director for the city of San Francisco. Tom uncovers how Edgar works to make San Francisco one of the most beautiful and sustainable cities in the world.

In this special kick off of Season 2, Tom welcomes RMW president - Russ Nichols, sustainability director - Steve Stenton, and AIA 2016 Young Architect Award recipient - Stephanie Silkwood. This fun and engaging conversation covered RMW's current projects, sustainability, design trends and challenges.

In this episode, Tom explores construction law with Jonathan Sweet. Jonathan Sweet represents small and medium size companies in various civil and design litigations. He introduces us to the fascinating problems faced by a lawyer in the deisgn and construction world.

In this episode, we welcome back Guille Castaneda, CEO of Nomos Red Architecture. Guille introduces Tom to Real Estate Design: improving communities through enhancing building design. Inspired by the modern architecture of London, Nomos Red is bringing affordable, minimalist design to the Bay Area.

In this episode, Tom meets with David Easton, Founder and President of Rammed Earth Works and Watershed Materials, the original rammed earth builder in the United States. Tune in to hear an in-depth discussion on rammed earth and how Easton and his firm are using the project in exciting new projects.

In this episode, Tom welcomes Ken Hayes, Architect and Principal of the Hayes Group, to discuss his background in the field and his work toward creating diverse design and innovative and practical architectural solutions.

In this episode, Tom sits down with Andrew Young, Architect, Cofounder, and CEO of Young and Borlik Architects. Young shares tips for creating productive work relationships that lead to the smoothest possible building process.

In this episode, Tom is joined by Juanita Salisbury, Ph.D. and Principal of Juanita Salisbury Landscape Architecture. Salisbury shares the joy of investing in nature and the value landscape architecture brings to homes, communities, and businesses.

In this episode, Tom sits down with Kevin Bagnell, Chairman, CEO & Founder, K.B. Industries, Inc. (KBI), to discuss his work in creating smarter materials for next-generation infrastructure. Bagnell shares the latest in sustainable product solutions, and where the marketplace is headed.

In this episode, Tom is joined by Iro Armeni, Architect-Engineer and Ph.D. student at Stanford University, who discusses the inefficiencies in architectural workflows. Armeni shares her work within using semantics in building life cycles and functional affordances using RGB and depth data.

In the premiere episode of The Modern Architect, Tom is joined by Guille Castaneda, CEO of Nomos Red to discuss how his boutique firm provides specialized work to a small clientele. Castaneda also discusses his mission to provide affordable, minimalist designs to his clients.