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Jun 2023
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#345 - Lou Maxon, Founder of Maxon House...

David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet
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This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by Lou Maxon, Founder of Maxon House to discuss his story as a client of Olson Kundig. They cover the process of building a house; hiring Olson Kundig as the architect; working with contractors; building a studio on railroad tracks; tips for being a client; and more.

This episode is supported by Monograph Enscape • ProgramaSky-Frame • Graphisoft

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