In episode 76 of the TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Walt Chancey, the Sr. Managing Partner and Owner of Chancey Design. They delve into Walt's journey into architecture, explore the evolution of Ybor City, his innovative projects in Alys Beach, and discuss a creative new solution to affordable housing. Tune in for a fascinating conversation with one of the leading voices in architectural design.
Based in Tampa, Florida, Chancey Design is renowned for crafting exceptional living spaces in single family, multi family, senior living, mixed use, and the hospitality industry. Their work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Southern Accents, Florida Architecture, Veranda, and Florida Design. Notably, They've made significant contributions to iconic traditional neighborhood developments in Florida, including Alys Beach, WaterSound, WaterColor, Rosemary Beach, and Windmark Beach.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:07 - Why did you pick Tampa?
00:05:09 - Recent Ybor City Project - Casa Marti
00:06:54 - The First Office in Ybor City
00:09:20 - Was Nightlife Bg in Ybor City in late 80s?
00:10:10 - Growth of the Historic District
00:14:15 - Early work of Walt Chancey
00:18:29 -Ybor Square
00:23:40 - Walt Chancey upbringing
00:25:03 - Highway 30A
00:26:18 - Seaside
00:31:30 - Alys Beach
00:42:10 - Chancey Design Projects
00:51:25 - How to Decide Where to Build a New Project
00:55:33 - Urban Neighbors - The Future of Living Proposal
1:12:57 - Old Tampa
1:17:21 - Do New Government Regulations Make Is Easier to Build New Developments
1:21:10 - Cassa Ybor
