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#380 - Being an Optimistic Architect
This week David and Marina of discuss whether or not architects are optimists. Many claim to be, but are they? The two cover in what ways architects are optimists, when architects are pessimists, how
#379 - Designing a Home as a Narrative
This week David and Marina of discuss one of their approaches to designing homes which is creating a narrative. The two cover why they work this way, the parallels between film scenes and sets and ar
#378 - Tami Pardee, Founder and CEO of Pardee Properties
This week David and Marina of are joined by Tami Pardee, Founder and CEO of to share her story about becoming a real estate agent, starting her own brokerage, selling and buying homes, common living
#377 - After Hours: Computer failures, hiring local professionals, and is Marina an introvert?
This week David and Marina have a casual chat about computer malfunctions, customer service, the myth of local professionals, and being introverted. This episode is supported by SUBSCRIBE
#376 - Michael Kimmelman, Architecture Critic of The New York Times
This week David and Marina of are joined by architecture critic of The New York Times, Michael Kimmelman, to discuss his background; the role of a critic; New York City; the evolution of the professi
#375 - Tips for Small Projects and Tight Budgets
This week David and Marina of share advice and tips for clients with a project that is small and/or has a tight budget. The two discuss the things to look out for when hiring an architect/designer, a
#374 - Robert Yuen, CEO of Monograph
This week David and Marina of are joined by Robert Yuen, Co-founder and CEO of Monograph to discuss Monograph; the business of architecture; billing cycles; talking about money in the profession; his
#373 - Architecture Presentation Mistakes to Avoid
This week David and Marina of discuss common mistakes students make when giving architecture presentations. The two cover graphics, documenting ideas, physical models, overselling, inviting collabora
#372 - Simon James, Partner at Wylan James Development
This week David and Marina of are joined by Simon James, Partner at to discuss his background; interning at Smashbox; becoming a creative director; building their cosmetics line; leading a large tea
#371 - 5 Things to Know Before Building a Home or Hiring an Architect
This week David and Marina of discuss 5 things clients should know before starting a new home or remodel project: Start by starting Determine why you are doing the project Do not rely on luck for s