Build Perspectives Podcast

While none of us can predict exactly what life will be like post-pandemic, the more we talk about the facts and think of different perspectives and scenarios the better prepared we will be for thriving.  How do we position our work? What does design and construction look like? What materials will be in demand? What industries are going to see spikes? This and more... http://www.buildperspectives.c...

Architects and founders of RFRM Collaborative Javier Meier Borrani and Nefer Fernandez share their insights.  What does RFRM stand for? Higher education Community Inclusiveness Dialog among all stakeholders www. BuildPerspectives.com www. Nichiha.com  

Topics discussed: Current supply chain issues within our industry, Focus on your circle of control, not circle of concern, Personal development IS professional development,  List of things to focus on while #WorkingfromHome What is next, how we can help and encourage others, Plan for being better than before this pandemic started, Because WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS  Carolina and Tim's Personal Devel...

Even - or especially - in times of uncertainty, it is important to reflect on the fundamentals. On our stewardship of the planet and the legacy we are leaving for the generations to come. www.buildperspectives.com www.venveo.com www.nichiha.com  

As discussed today, assess then tell time what to do with these tools: Time Pie: Shade in hours (different color per activity is useful) https://www.dropbox.com/s/dkumcnw5rfe8llc/Dayinthelifetimepie.pdf?dl=0 Example of Carolina's from 2015: https://www.dropbox.com/s/dkumcnw5rfe8llc/Dayinthelifetimepie.pdf?dl=0 Template to Ideal Day and Ideal Week: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oSwUQRjF1r...

Unedited conversation with Tim and Carolina where we discuss the new normal in the next few weeks. People working from home and adjusting to a different way of doing their jobs. Factories and others who can't work from home. What are companies doing about it? How do we all make the most of this very bad situation? www.buildperspectives.com buildperspectives@gmail.com

Tim and Carolina today discussing 2-step, 3-step and direct distribution for manufacturers. Helpful? or take away control? Disintermediation isn't just about selling direct, and supply chain is more than just materials and logistics. How staying close to your client and end user affects sales, culture, product quality and success. www. BuildPerspectives.com www.venveo.com   https://www.epiphany-st...

Entrepreneurial in every sense, Audree from www. ModularSureSite.com has specific career advice for all of us in the industry. A not-to-be-missed, live from IBS2020 in Las Vegas, www. BuildPerspectives.com episode.

In an industry saturated with 200+ product certifications, how is a consumer, designer, specifier, end-user, installer, municipality, building official, or developer supposed to tell what's good and what's bad? What material to use over another? A lot of these so-called certifications are self reported. Some are simply good marketing. What if a building materials manufacturer certified the whole c...

This is one you do NOT want to miss, folks! Brittanie is intelligent, a lifelong tinkerer, and lover of good design. She shows you the path she has taken to bring out her creativity, to network and meet folks despite being an introvert, to rise above career setbacks, and much more. Check out her website www. Constructrr.com Enjoy! www. BuildPerspectives.com

Looking for a ritual to let go of 2019 and use it to make 2020 that much better? Here is a quick but very effective ritual to be intentional and let 2020 be the best year yet. Here's to the next decade! Carolina and Tim www. BuildPerspectives.com

Find out how Graeme hacked Georgia Tech in-state tuition, as a North Carolinian. Follow his journey from textile engineering all the way to stormwater systems design and implementation. www. BuildPerspectives.com

A music major in San Diego, Andrew took his smarts, talent and charm in a new direction to become Centria's Business Development Manager in New York City and founding member of Raina: Rainscreen Association of North America. www. BuildPerspectives.com

Tim interviews Carolina to trace the non-linear steps Carolina took to get to where she is today. Topics include immigrating to a new country, college and career paths, job searching, productivity, time or self management, recommended books and digital tools. Lots to dissect and lots to take away. This is the first in a series of interviews of how folks find themselves in the construction industry...

What are we losing through the progression of time that we still need in current building practices? Are you outraged by old buildings, homes or historic neighborhoods suddenly being torn down to make room for new, snazzier homes or redevelopments?  What should we do we abandoned properties, even those that are condemned? Can and should buildings be saved and repurposed? How can having maintenance...

We are talking about the nuance of construction material terminology. Differences between cladding, rainscreens, building envelope, building enclosures, siding, ventilated facades, and on... We also delve into careers in construction and how you can get into the trade. Is college necessary? What about apprenticeships? www. BuildPerspectives.com

Should the facade be related to what the interior of the building holds? Should one dictate the other? Can they be totally independent? Does it matter? Does the interior design have a bigger budget than the building exterior?  Check it out in this episode.

In this episode we open the can of worms that is open joint vs. closed joint ventilated facades. Which is best?  How does cladding material selection affect rainscreen performance? Can you meet IECC guidelines without one? How do you manage dew point in the wall? This and more in this week's www. BuildPerspectives.com.

The planet is facing its biggest housing crisis in history. In California alone, there is a massive housing shortage. Homelessness is on the rise. Rental rates are at an all-time high and stock is hard to find. Is modular housing the solution? Check out this edition of Build Perspectives podcast and join the conversation! www.buildperspectives.com

You've felt it at one point or another. Even presidents have felt it while running their countries. Impostor Syndrome is real and part of the human condition. What can we do about it? Listen in and comment! www.buildperspectives.com  

"Community begins where competition ends." -FDR To what point is competition necessary for success? In any market, not just building materials. Do you troll your competitor's web site, tradeshow booth, or marketing materials in disguise? Or are you up front and open about it? What environment best serves you and your clients? Competition? or Community? In this episode we ask the questions and delv...

In this episode, Tim is at the airport after having spent three weeks in Puerto Rico helping in the Hurricane Maria relief efforts.  Why are things so far behind, over 18 months later?  What can someone in the building material community do? What is disaster relief architecture and how can you get involved? This and more in today's edition of Build Perspectives!

Coming to you live from Las Vegas at the A19 Conference on Architecture. Tim and Carolina wonder if the AIA is dead? We talk to building industry experts on a weekly basis, some say the AIA is dead. What do you think?

Carolina and Tim explain who the podcast is for, and why they're doing it. This is actually the outtake, which turned out to be better than the original recording!