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 in public policy and non-traditional practice; major issues in architecture and potential solutions; and more.  This episode is supported by Integrated Projects • Canvas • Enscape • Autodesk • Programa SUBSCRIBE  • Apple Podcasts  • YouTube  • Spotify CONNECT  • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office  • Instagram • Facebook  • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings. The views, opinions, or beliefs expressed by Sponsee or Sponsee’s guests on the Sponsored Podcast Episodes do not reflect the view, opinions, or beliefs of Sponsor.

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss 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 from poor communication; and more. 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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings. The views, opinions, or beliefs expressed by Sponsee or Sponsee’s guests on the Sponsored Podcast Episodes do not reflect the view, opinions, or beliefs of Sponsor.

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 operations; and more.   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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.

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 of transparency; who should / shouldn’t engage with Design-Build companies; and more. 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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.

In this engaging conversation, David Lake and Ted Flato, co-founders of Lake | Flato Architects, share their journey in reshaping architectural design. They discuss their Texas roots and the crucial mentorship that shaped their collaborative philosophy. The duo emphasizes the importance of authenticity and environmental healing in their work. They delve into the influence of postmodernism and sustainability on their design principles, showcasing how regionalism and adaptive practices inform their innovative projects.

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.  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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.

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 design to co-creation; reframing social discourse to create inclusive spaces; and more. 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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.

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 • 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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.

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 • 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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.

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 • 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 a review  EPISODE CATEGORIES  •  Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders.  •  Project Companion: Informative talks for clients.    •  Fellow Designer: Tips for designers.  •  After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. •  Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings.