Architectette

This week on Architectette, we’re spotlighting the voices of recent graduates from architecture programs across the globe. We asked all of our guests the same questions to gain insight into their unique experiences as they transition from academia to professional practice. From how the pandemic shaped their academic experience to the movie that best describes their studio life, we dive deep into t...

This week on Architectette, we’re spotlighting the voices of recent graduates from architecture programs across the globe. We asked all of our guests the same questions to gain insight into their unique experiences as they transition from academia to professional practice. From how the pandemic shaped their academic experience to the movie that best describes their studio life, we dive deep into t...

This week on Architectette, we’re spotlighting the voices of recent graduates from architecture programs across the globe. We asked all of our guests the same questions to gain insight into their unique experiences as they transition from academia to professional practice. From how the pandemic shaped their academic experience to the movie that best describes their studio life, we dive deep into t...

On today’s episode of Architectette we are joined by Katerina Burianova. Katerina is a licensed architect in California, owner of Katerina Burianova Architecture Inc, and host of the From the Honeycomb podcast which features discussions about architecture, design, and women’s stories. She studied at the Illinois Institute of Technology after which she moved back to Orange County and joined a small...

On today’s episode of Architectette we chat with Jes Deaver. Jes is an architect at Nick Deaver Jes Deaver Architecture. She grew up in New England and Texas which encouraged her to develop an interest in people’s place and the environment. She holds a Master of Architecture Degree from the University of Houston Graduate School of Architecture and Design and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Radio-T...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome Melissa R. Daniel. Melissa is a Facilities Project Manager in Maryland and is the creator/ host of the Architecture is Political Podcast, where Black and Brown folks discuss architecture. She received the 2022 AIA Whitney M Young Award and the 2018 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Associates Award. Melissa serves as past Chair for AIA Housing an...

On today’s episode of Architectette we talk with The Healthy Architect, Morgan Chawaga.  Morgan is a licensed architect turned stress management consultant. After experiencing the stress and exhaustion known by many in the industry, she developed stress management tools that she now shares with architects that help them DESIGN and BUILD a healthier relationship with their careers. We talk about: -...

On today’s episode of Architectette we meet with Olivia Asuncion, AIA. Olivia is an architect, design researcher, and accessibility advocate based in Oakland, California. She was appointed to the US Access Board and recently completed a Fullbright Fellowship.   The Access Board is an independent federal agency that promotes equality for people with disabilities through leadership in accessible des...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome the current and past presidents of NAWIC, the National Association of Women in Construction. NAWIC has over 115 chapters throughout the United States that provide its members with opportunities for professional development, education, networking, leadership training, public service and more. NAWIC advocates for the value and impact of women builders,...

On today’s episode of Architectette we share a conversation with Jill Bergman, FAIA, FACHA. Jill is a Senior Health Strategist at HDR, based in San Francisco, California. She has focused on healthcare facility design for her entire career, mostly working on large projects and medical planning.  We talk about:  - The power of focusing her career on one specific project type and how her after-work i...

Happy Pride Month! On this week’s episode of Architectette we feature an interview with Tracy J Passarella. Tracy is a Senior Project Manager at Gilbane Building Company and a member of the New York Chapter of the Build Out Alliance which promotes and advocates for the LGBTQIA community within the building design and construction industry. We talk about: - Her early experiences in the construction...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome a dynamic duo! Aya Shlachter and Jing Lauengco are two outstanding women who connected over their mutual tenacity for entrepreneurship, design, and storytelling. Both women are business owners, entrepreneurs, and podcasters.  Aya Shlachter is the CEO and founder of MGS Global Group, a company that accelerates growth for architecture and design firms w...

Welcome to a very special Part 2 Episode of Architectette! We continue our conversation with Denise Scott Brown. Denise Scott Brown is an architect; planner & urban designer; and a theorist, writer and educator whose projects, research, and writing have influenced designers and architects since the 1960s. Her writings have changed the practice of architecture as we know it and her built work s...

We have a very special guest on today’s episode of Architectette, Denise Scott Brown. Denise Scott Brown is an architect; planner & urban designer; and a theorist, writer and educator whose projects, research, and writing have influenced designers and architects since the 1960s. Her writings have changed the practice of architecture as we know it and her built work spans several continents. So...

On today’s episode of Architectette we’re traveling to the Metaverse with Fatemeh Monfared. Fatemeh started her journey with a degree in architecture, but soon established a specialty crafting virtual worlds and experiences. She is currently the Chief Metaverse Architect at her company, Spaces. This is a great episode for folks in architecture and design who want to know a bit more about the metav...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome Hosts of the Open Plan Podcast- Maria Pastorelli and Emily Khalid. Maria and Emily met during grad school at Georgia Tech and have continued their friendship and podcast collaboration despite working in Atlanta and Philadelphia respectively. Emily is a Lead Architect and Project Manager at WSP, Maria is an architectural designer with a background in m...

On today's BONUS episode of Architectette we welcome Claire Kern. Claire is a landscape architect and founder of Pass the LARE. We chat about her work experience in landscape architecture, the process and challenges of obtaining a license, parallels to architecture and the AREs, and her hopes to make the study and examination process a bit easier for candidates. >>> Connect with Clair...

On today’s episode of Architectette we feature a conversation with Julianne Peters. Julianne is an interior designer at Hellyer Lewis Smith, founder of Design Success Network, and is also a multi-term leader of her local PA/NJ/DE IIDA Chapter. We talk about: - Julianne’s early career experiences, how she navigated challenges during the pandemic, the roles and responsibilities of her current positi...

On today’s episode of Architectette we meet with Patricia Ramallo. Patricia is the Assistant Vice President of International Relations at NCARB (National Council of Architectural Registration Boards). We talk about: - Patricia's journey to get her US architecture license after being licensed in Argentina. She offers insights into the challenges and rewards of navigating licensure requirements...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome Shannon Dowling.  Shannon is an architect, educator, and higher education strategist. She is a Principal at Ayers Saint Gross, working from Richmond, VA. She recently completed a yearlong fellowship with the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP), during which she studied the role physical campus space plays in facilitating belonging for c...

On today’s episode of Architectette we explore an alternative career path with architect Sharadan Rorabaugh.  Sharadan and I met in the architecture program at Drexel University. After graduation, she worked in the industry, earned a master’s degree overseas, and became a licensed architect. In 2019, she enlisted in the US Navy and is now a construction manager in the Civil Engineer Corps (CEC). W...

On today’s BONUS episode of Architectette we welcome Ishwariya Rajamohan. Ishwariya (Ishoo) is a former architect, based in the UK, who now coaches female leaders in AEC industries. She focuses on issues such as confidence in the workplace and work-life balance. This is a fantastic episode for folks who feel like they are at a crossroads in their career. We talk about the architecture industry and...

On today’s episode of Architectette, we share a conversation with Angela Watson. Angela is the President and CEO of Shepley Bulfinch, a national architecture firm with a focus on education, healthcare, urban development, and science and tech. In 2024, Shepley Bulfinch is celebrating their 150th Anniversary! We talk about how the company has evolved over time as well as Angela’s role to shape the f...

Our first Season 2 guest is Yiselle Santos Rivera. Yiselle is Director of Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion at HKS and is also a former AIA|DC Chapter President, co-founder of LA IDEA, and WIELD event founder. She is a natural community builder and has been heavily involved with JEDI initiatives both on a local and national scale for which she has been recognized with numerous awards. We...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome Bolanle Williams-Olley. Bolanle is CFO and co-owner of Mancini Duffy, a New York based architecture firm. She is also the author of Build Boldly: Chart Your Unique Career Path and Lead with Courage and has founded several non-profits including SheBuildsWaves, SheBuildsLives, SheBuildsMoney, and REACHNigeria.  We talk about:  - How Bolanle, as a math m...