What started as a simple commitment to sketch more became an unexpected lesson in accountability, criticism, and staying true to the reasons we begin creative work in the first place. Bob shares how a personal sketching exercise evolved into a broader reflection on discipline, public feedback, and the importance of measuring your progress against your own st ... Show More
Jul 12
Ep 205: How to Start Designing Your House
Designing a house does not begin with floor plans, exterior styles, or deciding where the kitchen island should go. It begins with understanding the people who will live there and translating their habits, priorities, routines, and expectations into a useful design framework. In ... Show More
59m 20s
Jun 28
Ep 204: Character Development Revisited
In episode 204, “Character Development - Revisited,” we go back to the beginning and revisit the very first Life of an Architect podcast episode. Episode 001 was mostly an introduction: who we were, why the podcast existed, and what we thought it might become. At the time, the we ... Show More
1 h
Jun 14
Ep 203: Ten Museums to Visit Before You Die
Episode 203 explores ten museums worth seeing not for the collections alone, but for the buildings themselves. From quiet rooms shaped by light to dramatic structures carved from old industrial spaces, this episode looks at museums where architecture changes the way we move, look ... Show More
1h 1m
Mar 2025
#363 - The Ramifications of Decisions
In this episode, we talk about design intent and construction tolerances. We examine how architectural designs intersect with construction realities, exploring the crucial communication between architects, contractors, and clients. The discussion covers the challenges of maintain ... Show More
51m 49s
Nov 2025
#473 - Starting Your Architecture Career
This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share their advice for young architects who are beginning their career. They discussed when to start your own practice, how to avoid setting yourself back, personal vs professional development, career lifespan of an archite ... Show More
1h 27m
Feb 2024
#380 - Being an Optimistic Architect
<p>This week David and Marin<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">a of <a href="https://www.famearchitects.com/">FAME Architecture & Design</a></span> discuss whether or not architects are optimists. Many claim to be, but are they? The two cover in what ways architects are optimists ... Show More
1h 13m
Jun 2024
#399 - Architecture Offices: Are Concepts Necessary?
<p>This week David and Marin<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">a of <a href="https://www.famearchitects.com/">FAME Architecture & Design</a></span> discuss architecture concepts in the office. The two cover the importance of conceptual thinking, the lack of concepts in architectu ... Show More
1h 16m
Dec 2024
#353 - Architecture Students are Screwed
In this episode, we discuss a listener's concerns about the financial burden of architectural education. We explore various career paths and alternative routes to licensure, examine the challenges young architects face, address the rising costs of education, and consider potentia ... Show More
59m 22s
<p>This week David and Marin<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">a of <a href="https://www.famearchitects.com/">FAME Architecture & Design</a></span> discuss getting into the 'flow state' while designing. The two cover strategies for focusing, learning architecture, music, the work ... Show More
