Ep 212: Schedules – Who Owns our Time

The universe has rules, and apparently so does the office - most of them explaining why schedules expand, promotions go sideways, and adding more people can make a late project even later. In Episode 211, Andrew and I use 11 laws, principles, effects, and razors as a practical le ... Show More

In Episode 210, “The Cost of Loyalty,” we look at how the relationship between employees and firms has changed, why loyalty can no longer be assumed, and what research says about engagement, compensation, career growth, flexibility, and retention. The conversation explores how ar ... Show More

Ep 209: Understanding Residential Contracts breaks down five ways architects charge for residential work, along with the tradeoffs of each. 

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss Art vs Architecture. They covered the similarities and differences between artists and architects; creative freedom; mediums and materials; provocative vs practicality; public perception; time pressure; pay and valu ... Show More

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; tech ... Show More

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

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

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss whether or not architects are optimists. Many claim to be, but are they? The two cover in what ways architects are optimists, when architects are pessimists, how to be an optimist and how it impacts one's work, bein ... Show More

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design discuss getting into the 'flow state' while designing. The two cover strategies for focusing, learning architecture, music, the working environment, architecture school, and more. This episode is supported by Integrated Pro ... Show More

<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

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

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design share their advice for clients working with architects. They discussed finding the right architect; effective communication with architects; respecting the process; remaining open-minded; bringing good energy and profession ... Show More

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 ma ... Show More