The Second Studio Design and Architecture Show

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Architect Jai Kumaran, founding partner of West of West to discuss his background; the influence his father’s work had on his career; attending architecture school; why he pursued a master’s degree; starting and growing an office; exploring project types; branding in architecture; and more! This episode is supported by Monograph • Enscape • Autodesk • 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.

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by founder and principal designer of HSH Interiors, Holly Hollenbeck, to discuss her story of becoming a designer, starting an office, her design process, interior design, working with clients; collaborating with architects, and more. This episode is supported by Monograph • Enscape • Autodesk • 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.

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design have a casual conversation about their roadtrip through the southwest of the United States. Yes, we already did a recording about the architecture. This is one is the b-side. We cover the other things that happened. The trip lasted two weeks with each night spent in a different hotel. Destinations included New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, Taos Pueblo in New Mexico, Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West, and Joshua Tree and Palm Springs in California. Photos here: www.famearchitects.com/blog This episode is supported by Monograph • Enscape • Autodesk • 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.

Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, Partner at Forge, shares his journey from finance to design, the processes behind creating successful brands, working with clients, and starting his own social media content. Topics include navigating design discussions, billing methods, and creating engaging video content.

Discover different methods for hiring a contractor including negotiated agreement, competitive bidding, design build, and pre-construction. Learn about the pros and cons of each approach, the importance of transparency in pricing and thoroughness in planning, and the significance of having the right team. Also, explore the drawbacks of competitive bidding and the concept of design build in contractor hiring.

Architect Mark Bullivant, Principal of SAOTA, talks about attending architecture school in South Africa, working on projects across continents, their collaborative approach, leadership and management of a large office, different types of projects they work on, the challenges and advantages of designing houses in hilly locations, and the difficulties in cost estimation for building projects.

David and Marina, Architects discuss the value of local architecture, adobe buildings, the role nature has in cities, designing experiences, how architecture can co-exist with the natural landscape, and craftsmanship during a road trip through the southwest region of the United States. They explore breathtaking natural landscapes, reflect on the disappointment of urban landscapes, and emphasize the need for site-specific and sustainable designs that consider the natural landscapes and cultural aspects of a location.

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.