Spaces Podcast

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 Mentioned in this episode: NCARB Podcast Gabl CES

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 Mentioned i...

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 Mentioned in this episode: Gabl CES NCARB Podcast

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...

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 Mentioned in this episode: NCARB Podcast Gabl CES

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...

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...

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...

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...

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. Cl...

The Space Needle has recently undergone a $100 million renovation. We discuss the design elements that were incorporated and have a broader conversation on the relevancy of landmark structures today. Brad Glauser from Edify Studios, a Seattle based consulting firm, provides a local perspective of its original development and its evolution. Project Spotlight: The Space Needle by John Graham Jr. & V...

Have you considered adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to your home? This episode covers everything you need to know. Architect Travis Mahoney of Matterform Architecture + Development joins us to share his experience, designing, building, AND living in his own ADU. In this episode we discuss how ADUs largely became prohibited across the U.S., recent code changes, and complexities in design, p...

What will future stadiums look like? Licensed engineer...architect...AND LEED BD+C certified professional, Erleen Hatfield, PE, AIA, Managing Partner of the Hatfield Group, joins us to discuss structural engineering, stadiums, and her work on the Atlanta Falcons Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Francisco Gonzalez Pulido, from FGP Atelier, shares his experience designing the Diablos Stadium in Mexico City. W...

As 2020 and 2030 rapidly approach, Net Zero is one of the biggest topics in the building industry. Kelly Lieu, Senior Consultant and Account Manager for the Southern California region at Ei Companies, joins the show for an enlightening conversation about what it means, code milestones, rating systems, the war between electricity and gas, key concepts to consider, and how to best execute your next...

We tackle the controversial, complex, and rapidly evolving industry of cannabis...and its history will definitely spark a conversation, maybe even shock you. We also discuss issues and considerations for the various facility types: dispensary, grow, and extraction. Anthony Winston III, of Winston Engineering, helps us out by sharing his expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering. Lastly, J...

Mette Aamodt, co-founder of Aamodt/Plumb and the Slow Space Movement, joins the show to discuss the Slow Space Movement - inspired by the Slow Food Movement. We discuss costs, process, application to large-scale home builders, and benefits to users and greater society. We also play "What Was That Like?!," asking what was it like to hire your first employee? Project Spotlights: Schindler House by R...

We conclude our 3-part miniseries with Mark R. LePage of EntreArchitect and Eric Reinholdt of 30X40 Design Workshop to continue the conversation on the evolution of architecture. We discuss what an architect does, the evolution of education, product development, remote work culture, living (and working) on your own terms, what the future will look like, and we play "What Was That Like?!," asking w...

In part 2 of our 3-part miniseries, Dimitrius sits down with Evan Troxel of Archispeak Podcast & HMC Architects and Anthony Laney of Laney LA to continue the conversation on the evolution of architecture. We define what an architect does, discuss education, explore architectural software, highlight the evolution of the practice, share the best and worst of the business, ponder what the future will...

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 wh...

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 Mentioned in this episode: Gabl CES NCARB Podcast

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 highl...

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. S...

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...

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 ev...

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 MacLeo...