Enlight+DArch Talks

In this new interview, we speak with Catherine Loke, an architect and Certified Permaculture Designer based in Singapore, as well as a lecturer, speaker, and Founding President of The Circle for Human Sustainability (TCHS), a transdisciplinary society established in 2021 that takes a holistic approach to sustainability. For this edition, we interviewed Catherine twice, from two different points of...

In this new interview, we speak with Catherine Loke, an architect and Certified Permaculture Designer based in Singapore, as well as a lecturer, speaker, and Founding President of The Circle for Human Sustainability (TCHS), a transdisciplinary society established in 2021 that takes a holistic approach to sustainability. For this edition, we interviewed Catherine twice, from two different points of...

Against the grain of fast fashion, Eva Knutsdotter Vikstrom and Olaya de Marcos created YOMA, a motherhood wear brand where they design clothes with intention, celebrating the different stages of motherhood.  In conversation with DeArchNet, the founders of YOMA share insights into their vision and creative process. ___ Interview by Noelia Pirsic

Conversamos el arquitecto argentino Guillermo Rocchetti sobre la ética profesional, cómo las herramientas digitales están transformando la disciplina y su proceso de trabajo. _ Entrevista realizada por Noelia Pirsic para DeArchNet.com

A conversation with Divya VijayaNandaKumar, founder of DVNK Design Studio. Divya is a seasoned interior designer based in the Bay Area, whose journey began as a Computer Science engineer in Chennai, India. After graduating, she realized she was craving a more hands-on and creative path. Everything changed when she took a color theory class — a turning point that laid the foundation for a successfu...

We interviewed architect Dahlia Roberts Nduom, professor and researcher in the Department of Architecture at Howard University, where she teaches various courses including “Tropical Architecture and Urbanism”. Her research focuses on the relationship between history, culture, and perception, and its impact on the architecture of the African Diaspora, and how that ties to an evolving definition of...

En este primer episodio en español de Enlight+D'Arch talks, entrevistamos a Natalia Kerbabian, arquitecta y artista, fundadora de "Ilustro para no olvidar", un proyecto que documenta la memoria demolida en la ciudad de Buenos Aires, Argentina. _ Entrevista realizada por Noelia Pirsic para DeArchNet.com

Join us as we chat with Hyoung Taek Nam, Principal Character Concept Artist at Naughty Dog, and one of the creative minds behind  The Last of Us  and  Uncharted 4 . Hear about his creative process, the challenges he’s faced, and his thoughts on AI’s impact on the art world. If you’d like to read a written version of this interview, visit: dearchnet.com . __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

Stacey Bello is a lighting designer raised in Southern California, who studied interior design at Parsons School of Design. She has been living in New York City for nearly a decade where she works as a Senior Associate at KGM Architectural Lighting. __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

In this episode, we speak with Harry Blakiston Houston , engineer and founder of Insulate Ukraine . Learn how his personal experiences and values shaped a project that restores homes and hope in war-torn communities. If you'd like to read the written version of this interview, visit DeArchNet.com . Support the cause If you'd like to support Insulate Ukraine and help restore warmth and secu...

We spoke with architect and urban planner Maria de Irantzu Serra Lasa, specialized in Disaster Risk Management, Recovery, and Housing, Land, and Property (HLP) in crisis contexts. In this interview, she shares her perspective on disaster recovery in light of today’s challenges: climate change, migration, and housing access disputes. She also provides insight into her ongoing collaboration with How...

Also known as the SketchUp Guy from his widely popular YouTube videos, Aaron Dietzen is a published author, painter, fabricator, multimedia artist, and creator. In this episode, we discuss his career journey and focus on his latest venture: Aaron Inspired. __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

Interview with Amy Carpenter, Interior Designer and High-End Decorative Plumbing Sales Associate at Belmont Hardware. __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

In this episode, we sit down with Vivian Johnson, a renowned California-based photographer, to discuss her journey from photojournalism to interior photography. Vivian shares insights into her creative process and how she captures the essence of spaces through her lens. Read the full article here .

Tighe is a visual artist born in Ireland, currently based in the UK. He studied at Limerick School, Middlesex University, and Central St. Martin, where he received an M.A. in Fine Art. The tutelage he received from Professor Weber in a Renaissance-style atelier format was crucial in his formation. In this interview, he shares his experiences and insights on the artist's journey and his views o...

Gwen Bertolami Lysons is a structural engineer and entrepreneur based in Pleasant Hill, California, who founded and runs two successful companies: Bertolami Engineering, and Comfort Casitas, a concept that has been revolutionizing the construction industry by allowing 4 times faster builds using a new material called Structurally Isulated Panels (SIPs). __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

Ramona Tan is an accomplished interior designer whose passion for iconic furniture led her to pursue a career in the design industry. __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

Sociologist, author, speaker, and Whitman College professor Michelle Janning shares her path to human-centered design, driven by her lifelong commitment to shaping a more equitable and inclusive society. __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

Rosana Torres, a principal at the firm GTM-DC, discusses her interesting life journey and thoughtful take on architecture. __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

A glimpse into the world of Madeline Boneck, a designer who embraces a conscious, passionate, and self-taught approach to fashion.__ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet

Interview with Michael Slack, a visual artist from San Francisco who found the common thread connecting commercial and fine art. __ Interview by Drew Pasek for DeArchNet