Spaces Podcast

Shop drawings are an important part of the building process to go from design to construction. Jason and Dimitrius discuss the process, the CYA nature of it, things to consider, and more! Thank you to our sponsors! Twinmotion Twinmotion is a real-time rendering solution used by architecture, engineering, and construction professionals to create high-quality imagery, client presentations, and inter...

Tony Barbano, UA Local 250 Foreman, Start-up Specialist and Instructor at EMCOR Services Mesa Energy Systems shares his expertise to highlight the role of a commercial HVAC installer. We discuss the difference between residential and commercial systems, the relationship between installers and engineers, tips on mechanical design, the union apprenticeship program and benefits, Title 24, and more! T...

If you haven't heard the news and discussion about delivery drones, flying cars, and space travel, there have been significant developments in recent weeks and days. Jason and Dimitrius ponder how these developments may change our buildings - drone pads, skyports, skyparks, and supercharged urban sprawl. Sponsor: Twinmotion is a real-time rendering solution used by architecture, engineering, and c...

Georgi Lechtarski, Project Architect at holger meyer architektur and co-founder and host of The Creative Insider podcast joins the show. Georgi shares his architectural journey, we discuss an international issue in the building industry, and he shares some of the insight he's gained from 60 episodes and interviews with guests from various creative industries. Sponsor: Twinmotion is a real-time ren...

So much can be lost in translation when you're not speaking directly to someone. In this episode Jason and Dimitrius discuss the value of speaking directly to someone in our industry, whether its face to face, through zoom or by phone. Dimitrius also shares his experience and the lapse in communication while going through plan check during the pandemic. You'll never guess how many resubmittals it...

Paul Dashevsky and Jon Grishpul, co-founders of  GreatBuildz , join the show to share insight and tips for your next home remodel project. We discuss impacts of covid, difficulties with project scheduling, the HGTV effect, what professional to start a project with, and current trends (shag rugs??). GreatBuildz is a service that connects homeowners with reliable renovation contractors and prov...

Can the spaces we design and build play a role in unifying people? Jason and Dimitrius discuss the impacts of a politically divided country on the workplace and ponder if its possible to unify people through the work that we do. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Bounced Back," by Blue Topaz If you enjoy our content, you can check out similar content from our fellow cr...

Eric Corey Freed, Director of Sustainability at CannonDesign , and author of Circular Economy for Dummies , joins us to simplify climate change, sustainability, and a circular economy so that anyone can understand. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Jellyfish Chute" by Jobii If you enjoy our content, you can check out similar content from our fellow creators at Gābl Me...

Season 4 Preview! We discuss what we've been up to over the break, including a home remodel, crazy work loads during a pandemic, setting work boundaries around a new baby, chasing hockey tournaments, business growth, and more. We also chat about what we're looking forward to in our upcoming episodes! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" from Soundroll Outro - "Jellyfish Chute" by Jobii Album...

In this, our season finale, we discuss off grid homes. Our guests, Aaron J Henderson, AIA, principal architect of Sovereign Architecture shares his experience designing, building, and living in his own off grid home and Brandon Weiss, Chief Innovation Officer of Dvele Homes provides insight into how Dvele has innovated home building, incorporating sustainable and off grid capable features standard...

In this last episode of EXPRESS for Season 3, Jason and Dimitrius start with updated insight into a previous episode on designers vs. architects, then discuss the influence of content marketing on the industry and the shift towards creating your own media channels in lieu of traditional marketing methods. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "What" by Aldous Young Mention...

Pablo Cortez, President & Principal Landscape Architect of Sitio Landscape Architecture, joins us to discuss his experience with a wide range of landscape architecture projects, the design process, designing in fire hazard zones, and much more, including his podcast, Naturally Built! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Still Trying," by Dylan Sitts Mentioned in this epi...

In light of the recent dispute between Dave Chappelle and Comedy Central, Jason and Dimitrius discuss standing up for what's right, what's fair, and the influence of profits on business decisions. The conversation touches on unpaid internships, fair wages, wealth gap, and much more. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Still Trying," by Dylan Sitts Mentioned in this epis...

Leandro Tyberg, President and Co-founder of Primestor Development, joins us to discuss the unique community-centric approach that his company takes to manage and develop properties that empower the communities they serve. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Remember These Days," by Matt Large Mentioned in this episode: NCARB Podcast Gabl CES

Jason and Dimitrius discuss pressures in the industry and some ways to deal with that feeling of being overwhelmed. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Remember These Days," by Matt Large Mentioned in this episode: Gabl CES NCARB Podcast

Martha Weidman, CEO & Co-Founder of Nine Dot Arts, joins us to discuss how her company works as curators to find incredibly talented artists to pair with your project and create the perfect art for your space or community. *Job Opportunity mentioned . Listen until the end for more info* Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Perfect Time," by Toby Tranter Mentioned in this...

CROSSOVER! David Lee & Marina Bourderonnet, from Second Studio Podcast (formerly Midnight Charette) join in as we discuss the Eiffel Tower and continue our conversation on landmark structures. We highlight the history of the Eiffel Tower with, architect and historian, Bertrand Lemoine, share our opinions and experiences, discuss the relevancy of landmarks today, and so much more! Show Music: Intro...

Jason and Dimitrius reminisce on their early days in the industry when they may have gotten in way over their heads. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Perfect Time," by Toby Tranter Mentioned in this episode: Gabl CES NCARB Podcast

Jason and Dimitrius discuss globalization, some examples of its affect on architecture and construction, and things to consider if you're setting up your company to enter the global market. As discussed on the show: A paper on American Society for Engineering Education, "Globalization and the New Challenges for Construction Engineering Education," by Dr. Muge Mukaddes Darwish, Dr. Ali Nejat, and D...

Jason and Dimitrius discuss an opinion piece that critiques the practice of conceptual projects which the author coins "PR-chitecture." As discussed on the show: "No, ‘PR-chitecture’ won’t save us from the pandemic," by Kate Wagner Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Keep It," by Dylan Sitts Mentioned in this episode: NCARB Podcast Gabl CES

WARNING: While there was a planned topic, the conversation quickly went off the rails as many of us have been consumed with politics. Feel free to skip ahead if you've reached your limit with political talk. Jason and Dimitrius get overwhelmed with the political climate and share their raw emotions and thoughts about the election and current state of America. Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chi...

By 2027, self employed workers are estimated to make up 50 to 60 percent of the workforce. Co-working spaces are primed to capitalize on this rapidly rising clientele. Swapna Sathyan, MBA, Director of Strategy and Change Consulting at Cannon Design imparts her knowledge and insight into the gig economy and how it is affecting the workforce and workplaces. Sarah McGee, architectural designer and co...

In this episode we discuss the AIA, Los Angeles 2×8 Student Exhibition, Competition, and Scholarship Program. Krystyna Howell, 2x8 Committee member, and Garet Ammerman, exhibit designer, join us to highlight the event as the program goes completely virtual. Designed by Garet Ammerman, THR.D studio, Inc, and developed by Bryan Zheng, WbML at USC, the virtual exhibition space offers an immersive gal...

In the spirit of Halloween, Spaces Podcast presents the third edition of "Haunted Spaces." In this episode we highlight the Poinsett Bridge in Greenville County, South Carolina and the labor spirits that roam the site. Show Music: Intro - "The Enchanted Forest," by Alexandra Woodward Main - "Story of a Thief," by Kikoru, "The Last One to Live," by Christian Andersen, and "The Cost of Fear," by Jon...

Brianna Rasmussen, an interior design consultant and owner of Interiors by Bri, joins the show to discuss the world of interior design. We chat about some of her projects, collaborating with the project team, what goes into the details, and much more, including Bri and Jason ganging up on architects! Show Music: Intro - "Keep Calm and Chill" by Soundroll Outro - "Keep It," by Dylan Sitts Mentioned...