Architects Lyndon Neri and Rossana Hu discuss their upbringing, meeting at Berkeley, teaching architecture, starting their office in China, and their philosophy. They also touch on their diverse backgrounds, balancing a successful practice and academic involvement, perspectives on post-modernism, and their favorite buildings and partnership dynamics.

In this casual conversation, the hosts discuss aliens, their near car crash experience, and the Monterrey Car Week. They talk about recent sightings of UFOs and UAVs, their driving adventures at the car show, and their fascination with classic cars. They also delve into car design, impressive cars at the event, and compare their preferences between exotic and muscle cars. The hosts share their trip to Monterey and Santa Cruz, including their experience with Hawaiian food and thoughts on cleanliness.

Greg Cook, CEO of Cook Construction, discusses his background in visual effects, transitioning into carpentry and construction, starting his own company, and the challenges of working on complex projects. He also talks about the intersection of art and computers, his experience in the film industry, and the emotional investment and client engagement in construction projects. The chapter summaries cover topics such as remodeling homes in San Francisco, the management of the general contractor, and comparing contractors for architectural projects.

This week David and Marina have a casual conversation about starting a cult, how we value space and land, creating architecture in other places, ranking architecture and housing, and more. This episode is supported by Monograph • Enscape • Autodesk • Programa • Sky-Frame • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE  • Apple Podcasts  • YouTube  • Spotify CONNECT  • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • 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.

Angelo Razzino and Richard Rivera from Sky-Frame join the hosts to discuss the company's history, breaking into the US market, their philosophy and quality control, installation process and maintenance, upcoming products, and challenges of working on job sites. They also talk about frameless windows, high-end residential projects in urban environments, and the expansion of their market to the United States.

This podcast discusses the value of 3D renderings in architecture and design and how they are used throughout the project phases. They explore the benefits of clear communication, understanding proportions, and evoking emotional responses. The speakers also emphasize the importance of using 3D renderings in concept and schematic design, material selection, and construction administration.

This week Architect Joe Dangaran, Founding Partner of Los Angeles-based Architecture and Interior Design Office, Woods + Dangaran joins David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design to discuss his background; how his childhood environment influenced his interest in architecture; his relationship with Woods + Dangaran founding partner Brett Woods; their process of getting to know clients in order to deliver personalized homes; and more. This episode is supported by Monograph • Enscape • Programa • Sky-Frame • 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.  

Architects discuss whether they should sell floor plans online, considering financial benefits and accessibility. They explore the moral implications, prioritizing speed and cost-effectiveness, and the potential impact of selling floor plans online. They also discuss the future of architectural design, the role of AI, and the absurdity of building large houses without architects.

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Dave Charne, CEO and Co-Founder of Fyrn, a furniture company to discuss his background, the history of Fyrn, their design philosophy, the challenges of the furniture industry., designing for the long-term, high quality mass production, and more. This episode is supported by Monograph • Enscape • Programa • Sky-Frame • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE  • Apple Podcasts  • YouTube  • Spotify CONNECT  • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • 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 one of the ways they begin projects with new clients with their Project Starter Service. Embarking on a project can be daunting for those unfamiliar with the architecture, design, and construction industry. The initial onboarding phase—prior to the contract being awarded—poses challenges for architects and professionals as well. The Project Starter Service and its Vision Package address the key issues, provide a smoother beginning for everyone, and establish a strong foundation for the project to build on. If you have questions email info@famearchitects.com This episode is supported by Monograph • Enscape • Programa • Sky-Frame • Graphisoft SUBSCRIBE  • Apple Podcasts  • YouTube  • Spotify CONNECT  • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • 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.