Practice Forward Podcast

In this episode of Practice Forward, architect Pamela Glazer joins host V Owen Bush for a wide-ranging conversation on navigating complexity, constraint, and coastal specificity in her Hamptons-based practice. Pamela shares how her approach—rooted in deep site analysis and a commitment to sustainable, context-sensitive design—has evolved from early work in NYC affordable housing to high-end reside...

V Owen Bush interviews Spencer Luckey about Lucky Climbers, his architectural background, and the evolution of his company after taking over from his father. They discuss the design principles, the incorporation of digital tools, client communication, and future innovations like dynamic lighting. Spencer Luckey shares insights into managing creative work, the appeal of "kid architecture," and his...

V Owen Bush and Scott Bishop discussed Bishop Land Design's approach to landscape architecture, which integrates human ecology and utilizes research-driven design. Scott Bishop detailed their workflow considering physical constraints, client aims, ecological function, and technological integration, along with their methods for projecting future environmental conditions using scientific data and mo...

V Owen Bush interviewed Kayla Cooper of Kayla Cooper Design, who specializes in defensive architecture for secure government and private facilities, including design against various threats and extreme conditions through rigorous material testing. Kayla Cooper discussed their background, design mission focused on inherent needs for containment and protection, the importance of material science and...

Jesse Louis-Rosenberg from Nervous System discussed their computational design and digital fabrication studio, which creates art, products, and conducts biomedical research inspired by natural processes. V Owen Bush and Jesse Louis-Rosenberg explored Nervous System's unique digital workflow, their approach to large-scale sculptural work and fabrication challenges, and the influence of their backgr...

V Owen Bush introduced William Murphy from Space Architectural Studio, who discussed their firm's growth, technology-driven approach including lidar scanning and immersive tools like VR for client visualization, and their focus on buildability through detailed Revit modeling. William Murphy highlighted their client onboarding process, the impact of VR on decision-making, on-site model sharing via...

V Owen Bush and John Fry from Nexus Creative Design discussed the evolution of building scanning technology, the importance of developing BIM standards for existing buildings, and Nexus Creative Design's diverse practice, including their work on the Olive Opera House adaptive reuse project. They also explored challenges in local land use and zoning, the need for collaboration and innovation in pla...

V Owen Bush and Heather McManus discussed the organization's origin, growth (500+ members, 300+ manufacturers), and mission to help designers double profits through vendor networking and education.  They highlighted the importance of redefining value in design beyond cost, addressing systemic issues like designer underrepresentation, and adapting to technological advancements, including AI.  The D...