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Tom Kundig, FAIA and Founder of Olsen Kundig, s the show to talk about the connection of sustainability and design wihtin architecture. He is known for his innovative and sustainable designs, particularly in the residential sector. Tom has received numerous awards for his work, including the National Design Award from the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum. He emphasizes the intersection within culture, aesthetics and sustainability in architecture, advocating the need for both functional and artistic elements in design. Tom discusses his ion for residential architecture and the unique challenges and opportunities it presents. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube or wherever you get podcasts! This episode is sponsored by Modern in Denver Magazine. https://www.modernindenver.com/architect-ing-podcast/ VISIT ARCHITECT-ING.COM See at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Damon Leverett, AIA Arizona President, s the show to talk about the intersection of AI in architecture. Damon is an AI enthusiast with a master's degree in web design and new media, He has over 30 years of experience in the field and has worked as a design principal in several firms. Damon shares his own experiences with AI and how it will impact the design process. He highlights the importance of understanding the principles of design in order to create meaningful architecture and emphasizes that AI is a tool that can empower architects rather than replace them.  This episode is sponsored by Modern In Denver Magazine.  https://www.modernindenver.com/ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube or wherever you get podcasts! VISIT ARCHITECT-ING.COM See at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Katie Barnes, Managing Principal at Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture, s the show to talk about her winding path through architecture. Introduced to the profession at an early age by her architect father, Katie talks about typical family vacations, navigating her various interests in college, moving to Colorado and ing at the early stages of BRS Architecture where she moved through the ranks to become a Partner. Katie explains BSR's people-inspired design process and how it allows them to collaboratively create community focused recreation projects. This episode also has the distinction of being the first time (SURPRISINGLY) that Adam and a guest debate "The Fountainhead"! This episode is sponsored by Modern In Denver Magazine.  https://www.modernindenver.com/ VISIT ACHITECT-ING.COM See at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Architect-ing, we're ed by Scott Lindenau, an architect known for his innovative designs that prioritize the integration of light and minimalist principles. Scott shares insights into his creative process, showcasing standout projects like his own Aspen trailer park residence and a transformative 1968 house. He opens up about the dynamic partnership with his wife, who leads the interiors division, and discusses the future expansion of Studio B Architecture + Interiors, with a spotlight on a significant Chicago project. us for a glimpse into the visionary world of Scott Lindenau.

In this conversation, Adrian Sopher and Erin Bagnall, principals of Sopher Sparn Architects, reflect on their professional journeys in the ever-evolving realm of architecture and urban planning. Adrian's career was significantly shaped by a pivotal moment in architecture school that sparked his deeper exploration of the field, while Erin's path was marked by adaptability and resilience, navigating challenges from the aftermath of 9/11 to finding her niche in interior design. Their t venture, Sopher Sparn, emerged from their shared experiences in tackling complex entitlement work, eventually growing through strategic partnerships. They also have a discussion on leadership transition, highlighting the nuanced nature of succession planning in the architectural industry. This episode is sponsored by Signature Doors and Windows and Modern in Denver Magazine.

In this week’s episode of Architect-ing, we talk with Ron Abo, FAIA, an architect with a rich history of community-focused work. Ron Abo recounts his experiences and insights, and how he discovered architecture as an outlet for his creative ions and a way to combat loneliness as a Japanese American in a predominantly white neighborhood. Ron's journey through architecture school in the 1960s led him to engage with real community projects during the War on Poverty's Model Cities initiative. He vividly recalls his involvement with the West Side Design Center and collaborating with diverse individuals to address community needs. Ron's commitment to community-led design extended into his career, with projects like the Crusade for Justice school addition and ive solar houses in the 1970s. Despite facing doubts and financial struggles, Ron's determination to create meaningful impact highlights his journey as a socially conscious architect. This episode is sponsored by Modern in Denver Magazine.

Zac Rockett and Jason Ro, of Ro | Rockett Design, the show to talk about their inspiring journey of collaborative creativity. They recount the pivotal moment when they transitioned from established firms to launching their practice, emphasizing the importance of meaningful projects that fueled their growth. They also touch on design-centered approach, collaboration with clients to achieve shared design goals, and the significance of harnessing site attributes to shape unique architectural solutions. This episode is all about their professional trajectory, emphasizing the essence of meaningful projects, design narratives, and the journey of shaping a successful architecture practice. In the extended bonus segment, Jason and Zac share insights into their partnership dynamics and how they complement each other's strengths. Their collaboration in architecture involves a balance of design and practicality, with Zac's knack for design and Jason's financial background creating a winning team. Overall, their experience showcases the intricate dance between creative expression and pragmatic problem-solving in the realm of architecture. This episode is sponsored by Modern In Denver, Signature Doors and Windows, and Daniel Jenkins Photography.

Louise Bordelon, Chair of the Landscape Architecture Department at the University of Colorado Denver, s the show to talk about her diverse background and experiences, from growing up in Cape Town, South Africa, to her journey through architecture school and beyond. Louise explores the unique architectural landscape of South Africa, the challenges of deg for low-cost housing in shanty towns, and the tension between traditional architectural education and real-world design problems. Louise shares insights into her research on the Natchez Trace Parkway and explores the intersection of geography and landscape architecture, particularly focusing on the Mississippi River. This episode is sponsored by Modern in Denver.

Bill Allen, founder of Evolve Lab, s the show to talk about the importance of technology and networking and the personal insights that shaped his unique journey. Bill shares his story from studying computer-aided drafting to working at HDR Architecture and eventually becoming a conference speaker, focusing on topics like computational design and interoperability using tools like Grasshopper and Dynamo. Prepare to be amazed by the transformative power of cutting-edge tools such as Helix, enabling model conversion, Glyph, revolutionizing documentation tasks in Revit, and Morpheus, an intuitive generative design tool, and Veras an AI-powered visualization add-in that uses your 3d model geometry as a substrate to generate new design options. In the end, this episode highlights the tremendous potential of technology to optimize architectural workflows. This episode is sponsored by Modern In Denver.

Today's episode features three exceptional guests, each a talented and accomplished young architect. Li Leyuan, José Ibarra and Assia Crawford in a discussion moderated by Adam Wagoner at the University of Colorado Denver's College of Architecture and Planning as they discuss their student projects and share insights into their successful careers. They provide valuable advice and highlight opportunities for undergraduate students interested in pursuing architecture. Embark on a journey through their early career milestones, what they enjoy about Denver and what led them to the path of teaching. By the end of this episode, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of a common dilemma: Follow the money or follow your guts?

Alan Golin Gass, a living legend of Colorado architecture with a body of work spanning nearly 70 years, s the show to talk about his varied experiences during a live audience recording at DoCoMoMo Colorado’s March Chapter Meeting with a special introduction from Kephart's Josh Robinson. Alan talks about his illustrious career in urban design in Denver, from his early days as a student at Harvard to his expectations for the future of architecture. In this interview, we take a deep dive into his past, explore the challenges he faced when starting his own firm and talk about his most significant projects to date. Alan also shares his favorite building design and his innovative solar work. Lastly, he answers questions from the audience about his experience and advice for aspiring architects. See images from this event in a previous post on Instagram. This episode is sponsored by Modern in Denver Magazine and DoCoMoMoCO.

Jorgen Jensen, Co-Founder of Fantastic Frank Colorado and the previous founder of Slate Real Estate Advisors, s the show to share about his journey moving out of studying architecture school into business school and building his own brokerage company. He speaks about his ion for capturing moments and curating memories through imagery. He describes the influence of his Iowa upbringing and the impact of several influential mentors on his work as a creator. Finally through his work with the first US-based branch of Fantastic Frank, he illustrates the impactful presence a small company can have in a large world and the importance of connecting people with the spaces that are right for them. This episode marks the last before a short hiatus. Stay tuned for episodes to resume. This episode is sponsored by Form Kitchens, Signature Doors and Windows, and Modern In Denver.

Jennifer Olson and Ryan Walterscheid, Partners at Forum Phi, the show to talk about directing their firm “without a name on the door”. This duo, with varying background and complimenting skill sets, leads the Aspen/Denver-based architecture, interiors and planning firm in a way that prioritizes high quality work environments while also maintaining profitability and design integrity. We talk about being choosey with clients, pushing sustainable practices and the challenges of regulations in Aspen and Pitkin County. This episode is sponsored by Form Kitchens, Signature Windows and Doors and Modern In Denver.

Greg Kingsley and Brant Lahnert, co-founders of KL&A Engineers and Builders, the show to talk about their long careers working alongside architects. From their varied backgrounds, to what drove them towards structural engineering, to starting a small firm with lofty ideas that quickly landed large projects with architects and clients like John Carney, Harry Teague, CCY, Shigeru Ban and Mickey Zeppelin these two legendary figures tell stories and dish the knowledge they have gained running their, now, 120 person firm. In the extended bonus segment (we could have talked for four hours if we hadn’t gotten kicked out of the building), we talk about partnership dynamics, sustainability in the building industry and the future of design within Colorado. This episode is sponsored by Modern In Denver.

For the 50th episode, the tables are turned and Adam Wagoner, Co-Founder of Vessel Office of Architecture, Adjunct Instructor at CU Denver CAP and host of Architect-ing, is interviewed by previous guest and friend of the show, Katie Donahue (episode #19). In this long episode, after popping confetti, the two talk about who Adam is not, his background growing up in the middle of Kansas, and his various experiences progressing through Kansas State University, Wichita, the Netherlands, Yale, Mexico City, Denver and his newest architecture firm, Vessel Office. From there they get into everything from design obsessions, working methods, internship experiences, founding companies, academic failures, ideas of “good” architecture and reasons to start the podcast. Katie tried to ask Adam 50 questions about himself, but stopped at 15. If you didn’t get enough in the 105 minute interview, there is more chatting after the credits. Thank you to everyone who has been listening to these first 50 episodes, ing us, and helping to create a stronger design community in Colorado! This episode is sponsored by Modern In Denver, Pear Workplace Solutions, Form Kitchens and Signature Doors and Windows.

Mike Piché, Rebekah Wagoner, Tana Anderson, and Michael M. Moore the show for a live discussion at the University of Colorado Boulder’s School of Environmental Design. Each ist was tasked with presenting two projects, one from their own academic past, and the other from their more recent professional practice. They describe these projects and their own unique journeys in between.  You can see each ist's slides on our website: www.architect-ing.com/episodes/episode-49-coffee-with-an-architect The conversation consists of discussions on humanity-based designs, creating for communities, the importance of research, the environmental impacts of architecture, and the power of connections. After the credits, the ists participate in a Q&A with the audience, where each is asked about their favorite part of being an architect.  This episode is sponsored by the University of Colorado Boulder AIAS and Modern In Denver.

Laura Marion, founder of Flight Architecture, s the show to talk about how architects should respond to their natural environment and the responsibilities they have to the needs of the people who inhabit their designs. She talks about the lineage of architects in her family, how they influenced her design philosophy, and how she plans to practice architecture moving forward. She also explores the concept of “love” within her creative process, both for the natural world as well as architecture. After the credits they discuss the shared challenges of starting a firm, gathering clients, and balancing the realities of being a working architect with the desire to create meaningful design, as well as the shared desire for more collaboration between different firms and architects. This episode is sponsored by Signature Doors and Windows and Modern In Denver Magazine.

Laura Marion, founder of Flight Architecture, s the show to talk about how architects should respond to their natural environment and the responsibilities they have to the needs of the people who inhabit their designs. She talks about the lineage of architects in her family, how they influenced her design philosophy, and how she plans to practice architecture moving forward. She also explores the concept of “love” within her creative process, both for the natural world as well as architecture. After the credits they discuss the shared challenges of starting a firm, gathering clients, and balancing the realities of being a working architect with the desire to create meaningful design, as well as the shared desire for more collaboration between different firms and architects. This episode is sponsored by Signature Doors and Windows and Modern In Denver Magazine.

Josh Oqueli, founder of Bonsai Design Build, s the show to talk about growing up in LA, his time in the Marine Corp, his career switch from engineering to architecture, his pursuit of becoming an architect as developer, the challenges of starting a new firm, and his ion for delivering good, affordable architecture to more people. After the credits they talk about how Architect-ing started, the dreams and challenges of development work, and then geek out on ive House design and building performance. This episode is sponsored by Signature Doors and Windows and Modern In Denver Magazine.

Josh Oqueli, founder of Bonsai Design Build, s the show to talk about growing up in LA, his time in the Marine Corp, his career switch from engineering to architecture, his pursuit of becoming an architect as developer, the challenges of starting a new firm, and his ion for delivering good, affordable architecture to more people. After the credits they talk about how Architect-ing started, the dreams and challenges of development work, and then geek out on ive House design and building performance. This episode is sponsored by Signature Doors and Windows and Modern In Denver Magazine.