Jonathan Returns to Night School and Explores New Season Topics 374dg

In this first episode of Season 2, Jonathan and Ethan dive into new beginnings and evolving interests. Jonathan discusses his return to education with a night school course in garden design, highlighting the refreshing experience of being on the 'other side' of the desk and the parallels between landscape architecture and construction technology. This episode promises a dynamic season ahead, with intriguing conversations with industry experts. Jonathan and Ethan explore essential themes in architectural technology, focusing on the synergy between designers, architects, builders, and quantity surveyors. They emphasize the importance of understanding building codes, drawing interpretation, and the crossover between architectural technology and landscape architecture. The discussion expands to the integration of 2D and 3D design principles and the evolution of insulation codes in the building industry. As they look forward to engaging with international experts, they tease topics, including Building Information Modeling (BIM) and its focus on information management. Jonathan returns to night school for a certificate in garden design, enriching his professional expertise and connecting with his landscape clients on a deeper level. A strong link exists between architectural technology and quantity surveying, highlighting the need for interdisciplinary understanding. The conversation anticipates changes in building code regulations, particularly around insulation, and their impact on architectural practices. BIM's role in the industry is evolving, with emphasis on the information (the "I" in BIM) component proving essential for detailed project management. Future episodes will invite diverse voices from the construction industry, providing a comprehensive view of architectural practices across different regions. "It's interesting being on the other side because now I'm watching the tutor and thinking, I should have used that trick; I should have used that technique." "Our students... can actually go and work in a landscape environment where they do a lot of the documentation and design." "Just because it's warm doesn't mean it's going to be dry. We still breathe, we still have water vapor." "The rise of 'I', the rise of information, in of building information modeling, it's so much easier to do it properly." "Let me get the 2D under my belt first, and then I'll look at the 3D." 35t3b