The Future of Buildings with Joe Havey

What can building operations leaders learn from the fundamentals (blocking and tackling) of property operations? How do strong vendor, tenant, and industry relationships create measurable value in commercial real estate? Why is preventive maintenance still one of the biggest missed opportunities in building management? Ernie Jackson is director of property and facility services at The Plaza Compan...

How can healthcare buildings be designed to adapt to changing clinical needs? What does future-proofing really mean for healthcare facilities? How can project teams balance patient experience, operational efficiency, and long-term value? Ime  Ojebuoboh's is an Associate at Rider Levett Bucknall – a global consultancy shaping the future of the built environment. Originally from Nigeria,  Ime  moved...

How can healthcare design reduce costs while improving patient and staff experience? What does "building better lives by design" look like in real spaces people use every day? Are sustainability certifications missing the bigger question of whether we should build new at all? Rada has been described as a "Messenger of Modernity." She is the Founding Principal and Head of Design at RADA Architects,...

How are outpatient surgery centers reshaping healthcare construction? What challenges do hospitals face with evolving codes? How can builders navigate regulatory complexity while retaining top talent? Ryan Bonner answered these key questions, on the future of healthcare buildings, on the recent episode of The Future of Buildings with Joe Havey.  Ryan is the CEO and co-founder of Vertix Builders In...

How are today's building systems adapting to the transition to new refrigerants, electrification initiatives, and indoor air quality standards? Where are the biggest inefficiencies in how buildings use energy, and how can they be addressed without compromising occupant comfort, reliability or efficiency? Jay Stein explored these urgent questions on a recent episode of The Future of Buildings with...

What is the most critical element that needs to be in place at the very beginning of a construction project? How can you get ahead of the most overlooked risks during the construction phase? What changes in the construction process will determine the next decade of building innovation? Brad Carter, Founder and President of LPM Advisors LLC, answered these and other key questions on a recent episod...

How do real estate markets in Europe and India differ from the U.S.? Why is the construction industry notoriously resistant to change? What are the biggest impediments to design and construction, and how can we overcome them? Grant Stevens, president of Stevens Strategic Alliance, answered these and other intriguing questions on a recent episode of The Future of Buildings with Joe Havey. Grant bri...

What is data center heat recovery and why does it matter for decarbonization? How do penalties and fines (from inefficient energy management) reshape building design and operation? Why is storytelling a crucial skill for engineers? Nancy Kohout – senior principal and mechanical discipline leader at SmithGroup – answered these questions on a recent episode of The Future of Buildings with Joe Havey....

What sets medical real estate apart from other asset types? What are the biggest challenges and opportunities in managing these properties today? Which emerging trends are shaping the future of medical buildings? Connie O'Murray addresses these and other key issues in medical real estate. Connie is the Managing Director of Medical Property Management at JLL, where she leads the national strategy f...

What are the biggest business development mistakes design professionals make? What are the do's and don'ts for firms looking to expand into new markets? How do you ensure ongoing client satisfaction and engagement after a project is underway? Kelly Fehr—a business development consultant for the design and construction industry—answered these and many other key questions to help futureproof your bu...

How do cultural influences shape modern architecture? What strategies help architects create more inclusive spaces? How can collaboration improve the design process for complex projects? Mani Farhadi answers these and other key questions on the latest episode of The Future of Buildings. Mani Farhadi is a prominent thought leader and Senior Facilities Planner at Stanford University's School of Medi...

What are the latest innovations in urban healthcare design? How can intelligent building design improve sustainability? How did mobile architecture and emergency response planning evolve since 2020? Doug King gives his insights to these and other important topics related to architecture, thought leadership and sustainability.  Doug King is Emeritus VP with Project Management Advisors. Doug has ser...

What's the difference between design-bid-build, design-build and design-assist construction methods, and how do you choose the best approach? How are technologies like AI and 6D modeling shaping the future of construction? What does "best value" really mean in managing contractors and design professionals? Chad Johnson, founder of Conrad Consulting, answers these and more on the latest episode of...

What are the biggest challenges in asset management for engineering? How do you grow and manage a global, diverse team? What is reliability-centered maintenance, and how does it improve operational efficiency? Hetal Lee, the Global Lead for Engineering Solutions at JLL, answers these questions and more in this insightful episode about engineering solutions in buildings. Hetal holds a bachelor's de...

What strategies help real estate professionals thrive through market shifts? How can functionally obsolete buildings be reimagined for today's needs? What is the new industry standard for attracting tenants back to buildings? Tim Harrington, Vice Chairman at Newmark in Denver, discussed these and other intriguing questions on the recent episode of The Future of Buildings with Joe Havey. Tim repres...

Why do Tesla and Johnson Controls recruit and hire Lincoln Tech graduates? What's the best way to increase inclusion in the industry from the ground-up? How is Lincoln Tech working to address the labor shortage of HVAC technicians? Josh Jones, the Director of Admissions at Lincoln Tech - Denver, answered these and other interesting questions on the recent podcast episode of "The Future of Building...

How can we balance the cost of new technology with ambitious sustainability goals? Can technology bridge critical gaps, including the operations and construction labor shortage? Why is collaboration more essential than ever for the future of construction? These are just some of the thought-provoking questions Larry Blouin addresses in the latest episode of " The Future of Buildings with Joe Havey....

What are the unique challenges in multi-family residential developments? How are recent trends in construction financing shaping the industry? What obstacles remain in overcoming the construction industry labor shortage? Ryan Bevan, President of Construction at Gardner Group and a former Adjunct Professor at Brigham Young University, answered these and other fascinating questions on my podcast. Ry...

How has COVID-19 affected property management and asset value? How to navigate the challenges of stringent government regulations in building management? Why are operational analysis and tech integration essential for sustainability in buildings? Judy Perviance Anderson –  RPA, BOMA Fellow, answered these and other burning questions on a new episode of my podcast. Judy is a seasoned professional w...

What does designing for families and distributed teams look like? How did COVID-19 pandemic influence work habits, and how can building owners adapt to this shift? What can companies do to ensure that their physical spaces accommodate the diverse needs of their workforce? Janet Pogue – Principal and Global Director of Workplace Research at Gensler – answered these and many other important question...

What are the challenges of implementing integrated project delivery in healthcare design and construction? How can we promote diversity within the real estate and construction industry? Victoria Navarro shared her experience, on my Podcast, working with renowned architects like Alfred Caldwell and Bertrand Goldberg in Chicago. She also shares her journey as a first-generation Filipino American and...

What are the key strategies for reducing energy usage and decarbonizing buildings? What role do grid-interactive buildings play in the broader energy landscape? How can we use emerging technologies and methodologies, such as digital twins and artificial intelligence, to improve building operations and energy management? Mary Ann Piette, Associate Lab Director for Energy Technologies at Lawrence Be...

What are the biggest challenges of building automation technologies? How do efficient building operations affect customer experience? What does the future hold for Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and building automation systems? Scott Durkin, Senior Director of Engineering in the U.S. for CBRE, answered these and many other questions on my podcast.  Scott graduated with a Bachel...

Is building technology in Europe more advanced than the US? What is adaptive reuse development, and why is it important? What are the challenges that arise during adaptive reuse projects? Jeff Johnson, Principal of Development & Construction at The John Buck Company, answered these and other key questions on the recent episode of my podcast.  Prior to The John Buck Company, Jeff managed a $150 mil...

How do we foster a problem-solving culture in healthcare construction? What innovative solutions can be implemented to tackle labor and material shortages? What are the advantages and potential challenges that come with prefabrication? Jeff Fuller, Healthcare President for JE Dunn Construction, answers these and other crucial questions on the recent episode of my podcast.    Jeff graduated from Pu...