This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss discuss the different types of architecture fee structures including the percentage of construction cost model; the fixed fee model; the hourly fee structure; and hybrid fee structures. The two also cover the benefits and challenges of each fee structure; interior design fees; why arc…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Adam Brawer, Founder of Adam Brawer Estates. The three discussed Adam’s childhood home; his early career and education; previous career as a music, film, and TV producer; transitioning from the entertainment industry to real estate agent; communicating and managing expectations …

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss Art vs Architecture. They covered the similarities and differences between artists and architects; creative freedom; mediums and materials; provocative vs practicality; public perception; time pressure; pay and value; control over outcomes; the life cycle of art and architecture; is a…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ellis Herman and Ian Molloy from AutoDesk. The four discussed Autodesk Forma; how Forma works; Carbon analysis in Forma; Autodesk Insight; workflow and dashboard for Insight; adjusting parameters in Insight; challenges of incorporating analysis in design; accuracy of analytical …

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss discuss the responsibilities and roles of the Design Architect and the Architect of Record (AOR) also known as the Executive Architect when working together during each project phase from pre-design to concept design; schematic design; design development; construction documentation; b…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss are joined by Jonathan Segal, FAIA architect and developer. The three discussed Jonathan’s early career; his car business; his career as a developer; his thoughts on being a developer; architect-developers; the challenges of being a developer; his future plans; and more. This episode …

This week David and Marina have a casual conversation about random things. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk • Programa • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT L…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Kevin Hui, Founder and Director of Archimarathon. The three discussed Kevin’s childhood and influences; his architecture education and his early career; teaching architecture; issues with architecture schools; how Archimaration started; Archimarathon studio and tours; social med…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share their advice for clients working with architects. They discussed finding the right architect; effective communication with architects; respecting the process; remaining open-minded; bringing good energy and professionalism to the project; ego and creativity; and more. This episode is su…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Muyiwa Oki, President of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) from 2023-25 and a senior Architect at Mace. The three discussed Muyiwa’s background and influence; his education in Architecture; his early career; his responsibility as the president of RIBA; architects …

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss the topic of communication in architecture. The two covered architects’ process for onboarding clients; discussing contracts; communicating design options; following up with clients; reminding clients to take time in decision making; architecture as a service industry; issues stemming…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Ted Hall, Founder and Creative Director of Spearhead. They discussed Ted’s early careers and influences; maintaining craftsmanship with technology; engaging fabricators early in design; collaborative fabrication process; typical fabrication workflow; Spearhead’s service and oper…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss common issues with Design-Build model in home construction. They cover the definition of the Design-Build model; lack of licensed architects in Design-Build companies; false efficiency and economy; accountability issues; quality of construction; how budget reduction is achieved; lack …

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by David Lake & Ted Flato, Co-Founders of Lake | Flato Architects to discuss their early career and influences; establishing Lake Flato Architects; maintaining the firm’s founding philosophy and principles; authenticity in design process; designing to heal the environment; and more…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share their favorite aspects of being an architect. They discussed ongoing learning opportunities; building something from nothing; architecture camaraderie; construction; appreciation for man-made and natural objects; technical drawings; when architecture projects are finished; and more. Thi…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Michael Tyre, President-Elect and Design Director of Amenta Emma Architects to discuss his childhood interests; education and early career; neurodiversity in design; the Smith College Young Classroom project; fixed variation vs segregation design model; the shift from ego-driven…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss their pet peeves in architecture design. The two cover poorly adapted historical elements; inconsistent use of materiality and detail in a project; dead-end hallways; poor construction execution and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk •…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design to discuss his childhood influences; passion for hand sketching and architecture; his educational background; the business operation of Jones Studio; the Land Ports of Entry project; architects in politics and public sector projects and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects •…

This week David and Marina f have a casual conversation about their recent trip to Switzerland. The two cover their tour of Sky-Frame's headquarters and factory; Zurich, Lucerne, Bern, and Domodossola; architecture by Le Corbusier, David Chipperfield, Jean Nouvel, and Renzo Piano; food; and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • C…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Robert Gilligan, Senior Technology Advisor at Amplified Lifestyles to discuss his background in audio-visual technology; advancements in smart home technology; home audio-visual system management; the role of audio-visual engineers in architecture projects; home security systems…

This week David and Marina have a casual chat while charging their EV. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk • Programa • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by James Corner, Founding Partner of Field Operations to discuss his background; early interests; education in landscape architecture and urban design; the value of urban design; the difference between architecture and landscape architecture; design competitions; Field Operations' …

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss architecture concepts in the office. The two cover the importance of conceptual thinking, the lack of concepts in architecture offices, projects in architecture school vs in practice, the challenges of merging conceptual thinking and technical aspects in practice, and more. This episo…

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Erin Stetzer, Founder and Director of Erin Stetzer Homes to discuss her background; transition from athlete to construction; starting her own business; what she learned through her business; convincing clients to hire contractors without previous experience; Erin’s business oper…

This week David and Marina have a casual chat about apple bananas, design presentations and critiques, and the architecture education system. This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk • Programa • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Inst…