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Tangible RemnantsBuilding Dreams: The LOVE Building Project JourneyEpisode 3 of the Building Reuse is Climate Action, a Tangible Remnants limited series sponsored by Quinn Evans, is all about the LOVE Building in Detroit. From the owner's side Nakita is joined by Kwaku Osei - current Executive Director of the LOVE Building, and Jeannette Lee - Founder and former director of the LOVE Building. From the Quinn Evans design team Nakita is joined by Saundra Little, Principal and Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion who served as the lead architect of the project. Through intentional design and community engagement, the LOVE Building has become a model...
2025-09-3040 min
Tangible RemnantsThere's Always A Way with Belinda StewartThis week's episode features a delightful conversation with Belinda Stewart and will resonate with you if you have ever wondered if it's possible to do the type of work you want to do in your hometown. Or what it would take to be able to use buildings to tell the often difficult histories of a place. In this episode we chat about the importance of adaptive reuse, historic tax credits, and the impact of vernacular architecture. Belinda also highlights her work in memorializing Emmett Till's story and the significance of community involvement in these projects. The conversation e...
2025-04-0135 min
Tangible RemnantsLeading with Love w/ Steven LewisThis week's episode features an insightful episode with Steven Lewis, FAIA, NOMAC. Steven touches on the challenges faced by Black architects in the profession and the importance of unity and love in addressing these issues. He also talks about his recent bid for the presidency of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and his current initiative, Communities by Design Corps, which aims to engage architects in community projects. We discuss the importance of architecture in connecting with communities and the impact it can have on people's lives. We also talk about the need for authentic community engagement an...
2024-09-1647 min
Tangible RemnantsMemorialization Work w/ Burt PinnockThis week's conversation is with Burt Pinnock. Burt is one of the most sought after preservation architects in Virginia - especially for memorialization work - and I am super grateful to have met him in recent years. We discuss his background and experiences growing up in Tuskegee, AL before moving north to southern Virginia. He has had a fascinating career so far with the opportunity to focus architectural conversations on the importance of contextualizing race and history, as well as the need for inclusive and collaborative approaches to memorialization.Links:The Hearth at William & Mary Afrikana...
2024-07-1536 min
Tangible RemnantsNoir Design Parti w/ Saundra Little & Karen BurtonThis episode features a conversation with Saundra Little and Karen Burton of Noir Design Parti. This was a fun conversation and reminded me that we all have agency and often times have to follow our own curiosity to get the answers we're looking for. Unfortunately, we had some issues with Karen's audio but I wanted to share the content that we captured.Saundra Little, FAIA is a Principal and Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Quinn Evans. Karen Burton is the co-founder of SpaceLab Detroit. In addition to their full time jobs, they also launched a research...
2024-01-2229 min
Gābl Media Continuing EducationNavigating Growth and TransitionWelcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.Navigating Growth and TransitionAIA CES program ID: GMG.0003Approved LUs: .5 LU|ElectivePrerequisites: NoneProgram level: EntryAdvance learner preparation: NoneJoin us for an insightful episode of Build Smart as we sit down with Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, former CEO and chairman of HOK, one of the world's largest architectural firms. With over 50 years of experience in the industry leading major projects in architecture, engineering, and u...
2023-06-0435 min
Gābl Media Continuing EducationInnovative Solutions for Sustainable ArchitectureWelcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.Innovative Solutions for Sustainable ArchitectureAIA CES program ID: GMGH.0008Approved LUs: 1.0 LU|HSWPrerequisites: NoneProgram level: EntryAdvance learner preparation: NoneJoin Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail in this episode of Context & Clarity LIVE, where they talk to Jonathan Segal, the founder of Jonathan Segal FAIA, a San Diego-based architecture firm that specializes in high-density, mixed-use projects. With over 30 years of experience, Jonathan is a r...
2023-06-041h 05
Gābl Media Continuing EducationNavigating Crisis and Rejuvenating LeadershipWelcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.Navigating Crisis and Rejuvenating LeadershipAIA CES program ID: GMG.0001Approved LUs: 1.0 LU|ElectivePrerequisites: NoneProgram level: EntryAdvance learner preparation: NoneIn this episode of Build Smart, Patrick MacLeamy, former CEO of the architecture firm HOK, found himself leading the firm out of a triple crisis. He is joined by Riccardo Mascia AIA, OAA, LEED AP BD+C, Managing Principal of HOK's Chicago studio, and C...
2023-06-0455 min
Gābl Media Continuing EducationLessons from HOK's Founder: Building a Successful and Sustainable Architecture FirmWelcome to the Gābl Media Continuing Education podcast feed! Each podcast is approved for continuing education credits.Lessons from HOK's Founder: Building a Successful and Sustainable Architecture FirmAIA CES program ID: GMG.0002Approved LUs: .25 LU|ElectivePrerequisites: NoneProgram level: EntryAdvance learner preparation: NoneJoin us for this episode of "Build Smart" as we sit down with Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, former CEO of HOK, and current Chairman and CEO of HOK, Bill Hellmuth, as they delve into the origin story of HOK's f...
2023-06-0424 min
Tangible RemnantsRefresh | Episode 13: Heritage for the Next Generation with Monica RhodesThis week's episode is a refresh of Episode 13 with Monica Rhodes from 2021. We talk about her journey to the profession and all of the amazing work she's done in the profession. Links:Monica Rhodes websiteShownotes from original Episode 13 publishingNakita Reed's Ask Me AnythingTangible Remnants on InstagramTangible Remnants WebsiteLinkedTr.ee for resourcesGabl Media NetworkSarah Gilberg's MusicBio: Over the course of her career, Monica Rhodes, has helped raise and manage over $150 million, directed preservation activities in 46 states and completed projects in over 100 national parks. She developed the first national program centered on diversifying the preservation i...
2023-04-2652 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Noise & Mental Wellness'Nitin Govila, Engineer, Meditation Trainer, and Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Serge Ferrari, joins the show to discuss the importance of considering noise when designing and building spaces and the effects that it can have on your mental wellness. We also explore the difference between sound and noise, design solutions for mitigating noise, and much more!Nitin Govila | EmailSerge Ferrari | Website | LinkedInAs heard on the show:How Noise Pollution Impairs LearningApartment noise, auditory discrimination, and reading ability in children [ABSTRACT]Physiological, motivational, and cognitive...
2022-11-1739 min
Spaces PodcastBakery: Southern Girl DessertsIn this episode, Catarah Coleman and Shoneji Robison, co-owners of Southern Girl Desserts, join Dimitrius to share the story behind the buildout of their second location, designed by Dimitrius. From pre-design to the turn over of keys, you'll hear about all the nuances of designing and building this bakery. We discuss Southern Girl Desserts backstory, complexities of designing a tenant improvement, a unique design configuration called a "ghost kitchen," the challenges of construction, and more!Ricardo Meza, Development Associate at Asana Partners, who at the time was the Project manager at Primestor shares his insights from the...
2022-11-1454 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Power over Ethernet'Hannah Walker, RCDD, CCNA, Chief Operating Officer at Sinclair Digital, joins the show to discuss innovative building energy systems - energy storage, digital electricity, and power over ethernet - and share insights into transition from architecture to networking and energy systems. You’ll hear about transitioning electrical components from high voltage to low voltage DC, power over ethernet (PoE), digital energy, DC micro grid systems, energy flow process, and so much more!Hannah Walker, RCDD, CCNA | EmailSinclair Digital | Website | LinkedInAs heard on the show:Podcast: Detailed: An or...
2022-10-2632 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Sustainability and the Public'Farah (Ahmad) Qadeer, architect and sustainability specialist, joins the show to discuss sustainability and share insights into her role as a public sector architect. You’ll hear about the nuances of her work and tips to follow a similar path, her thoughts on the industry's and public's acceptance of energy code changes, her thoughts on the state of energy policy, insight on getting involved in climate action, the sustainability movements impact on the job market, and so much more!Farah (Ahmad) Qadeer | Website | Instagram | TwitterAs heard on the show:Building Energy...
2022-10-1934 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Changing the Conversation with NIMBYs'In this episode, Chris Adams, President and Founder of Balancing Act, joins the show to discuss their innovative simulation tool that is helping local governments engage with their constituents to collaboratively address complex housing challenges.You’ll hear about how the tool works, use cases, benefits for governments to co-design with their communities, the potential to change the conversation around NIMBYism, and much more!Balancing Act | WebsiteAs heard on the show:Fast Company Article: This ingenious tool helps cities avoid rabid NIMBY arguments over housingAmerican City & County Ar...
2022-10-1228 min
Spaces PodcastPod Hotels: Stay OpenIn this episode, Steve Shpilsky, CEO and Co-Founder of Stay Open, joins the show to discuss Pod Hotels, a type of hotel that features many small bed-sized rooms known as pods or capsules. They typically provide affordable, basic overnight accommodation for guests who do not require or who cannot afford larger, more expensive rooms offered by more conventional hotels. Stay Open takes a unique spin to the concept, creating pod hotel communities for digital nomads and travelers in repurposed buildings with a blockchain rewards program called Stay Pass NFTs. 20% of NFT funds stayDAO, the 1st nonprofit DAO set up...
2022-10-051h 06
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Micro Rebar, Alternative Concrete Reinforcement'In this episode, Luke Pinkerton, President/CEO and Founder of Helix Steel, joins the show to discuss ways to revolutionize the construction industry, particularly through the lens of structural engineering and concrete design. We also discuss Helix® Micro Rebar®, Helix Steel's flagship product and an alternative to traditional rebar reinforcement.You’ll hear about how the industry is constrained by the prescriptive nature of structural engineering, how the structural profession tends to neglect tensile strength of concrete, how the industry can still innovate within the code environment, insights into Helix® Micro Rebar® -benefits, use cases, performance comparisons - and...
2022-09-2842 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Story Building'In today’s episode we discuss telling your story in the building industry. Tyler Campbell, host of the Construction Brothers podcast and Owner and Chief Storyteller at Storybuilder Creative, joins the show to share how he's helping construction companies tell their stories online.You’ll hear about industry deficiencies in messaging, differences between marketing and professional jargon, the need to get people excited in the industry again, tips on telling your story, we explore how communicating with your audience may evolve, and much more!Tyler Campbell | LinkedInStorybuilder Creative | WebsiteConstruction Brot...
2022-09-2132 min
Tangible RemnantsConference Chat w/ Pascale SablanThis week's episode features a conversation from the AIA Conference on Architecture 2022. I joined the Architecture is Political Podcast host Melissa Daniel to chat all things NOMA (National Organization of Minority Architects) with Pascale Sablan FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP and Tiffany Brown MBA, NOMA, Assoc. AIA. In this episode, Pascale talks about how NOMA has impacted her career and the importance of connection. To listen to Tiffany’s portion of the interview, please check out the Architecture is Political podcast. Links:Architecture is Political: Tiffany Brown episodeBeyond the BuiltAdjaye AssociatesTangible Remnants on InstagramTangible Remnants Web...
2022-07-2316 min
Tangible RemnantsIn the Glass with Menokin: The Glass House w/ Bo TayloeThis week's episode features a conversation from the summer of 2020 between me and with Bo Tayloe. We were both invited down to Menokin by the Menokin Foundation and interviewed by Michael Beller as part of the Foundation's series "In the Glass with Menokin". This series sought to bring together individuals for thought provoking conversations about their lived experiences and shared connections to Menokin's past, present, and future. Menokin was home to one of the Virginia signers of the Declaration of Independence, Francis Lightfoot Lee, his wife, Rebecca Tayloe, and various enslaved people.Bo Tayloe and...
2022-06-2043 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart House Case Study Part 2- Inspectors' ReportsThis episode is part 2 of the Smart Old House Case Study series. Aidan Brock from Boston Home Inspectors came by to assess the systems and structure of the building, the fireplace people came by to tell me a wood insert wouldn't work (but we are going to make it work), the level 2 chimney inspection revealed that none of the flues currently work and the chimney is completely open to the weather. Lots to do!Building Home Inspectors https://bhi.us*******************************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode e...
2022-06-1527 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenAppliancesNick, Drew and Matt of Appliance Educator joined me to discuss how to choose appliances, whether more expensive appliances are that much better than less expensive appliances, what to look for and possibly what to avoid. They have SO MUCH information on their website- www.applianceeducator.com - and if you follow their advice you will have plenty of time to watch all of their videos, read their blogs and listen to their podcasts. www.applianceeducator.com*********************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this a...
2022-06-0841 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWallpaperInterior designer Meghan Shadrick joined me this week to answer my questions about wallpaper. Wallpaper isn't something that comes up in my projects- partially because I don't pick the finishes on my projects, partially because I've been practicing architecture during the 25 year anti-wallpaper period. At least that is the way I saw it! Now I'm intrigued by wallpaper and know I will incorporate it into my upcoming project. How about you? ******************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comD...
2022-06-0128 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenSmart Old House Case Study Part 1- Scope of WorkIn this episode I'm joined by Michael MacPhail to discuss the Smart Old House Case Study. Michael and I are buying this house and are planning to make it not only our home but also the case study for our new renovation company in which we are going to renovate old homes and get them prepared for the next 100 years. We've got a lot of issues to tackle and I'm looking forward to working through them and sharing that on the show. ******************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode e...
2022-05-2519 min
Spaces PodcastLibraries: Tianjin Binhai LibraryIn today’s episode we explore the evolution and design of Libraries with Maria Lopez Calleja, architect and Senior Associate at MVRDV. As a design team leader for the firm, Maria will provide unique insight as we also highlight the Tianjin Binhai Library in Tianjin, China, designed by MVRDV and Tianjin Urban Planning and Design Institute. Maria discusses inspirations for design, the design process, we touch on a unique criticism of the design, and dig into design concept vs. reality. If you’re not familiar with the building by name, I’m confident you’ve seen photos of it somewher...
2022-05-061h 05
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Managing Risks for A/E'As an architect or engineer, how exposed are you or your firm to risk? For example, is there a prevailing parties' clause in your contract? Do you know what that is?If you’re an architect or engineer with decision making power in your firm, have your own practice, or are eyeing the opportunity to move up or start your own practice one day, you’ll want to listen to this entire episode. Most people tune out when they hear the word insurance, but this is honestly one of the best and most relatable conversations about risk mana...
2022-04-2739 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Modernizing Homes for Efficiency'More than half of the owner-occupied homes in the U.S. were built before 1980, with around 38% built before 1970. Many of these homes are not equipped to handled modern energy demands, climate changes, or goals for efficiency. In this episode, Lauren Salz, Co-founder and CEO of Sealed, joins us to share how Sealed is helping homeowners modernize their homes with the latest HVAC, weatherproofing, and smart home technology to make homes healthy, comfortable, and clean for the planet. They also have a unique pricing and payment structure that removes the barriers for homeowners to take advantage of Sealed’s expertise. ...
2022-04-2026 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Hyperframe'What if framing clips could snap into place as easily as cycling shoes click into a bike pedal?In this episode, Ken Sobel, Founder and CEO of Hyperframe, joins the show to discuss an extremely practical solution that Hyperframe has introduced to the industry - a snap-together metal framing system. Enhanced by software and mixed reality technology, the system leads to less waste, higher productivity, and more affordability. We discuss what inspired the development of the product, challenges and opportunities in the industry, barrier for homebuilding, the savings in time and workforce, and much more. Th...
2022-04-1334 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenWhat the Painter Wants You to KnowBruno Oliviera of NS Pro Painting is my guest this week and we talked about painting. Why hire a painter? Isn't painting something all of us can do? We discussed the value of a professional finish and what to consider when painting your house. About our guest:Bruno Oliviera has run his painting business for over 10 years. He is active on instagram @nspropainting****************************************************************************Thanks so much for being with us this week. Please see the episode enhancement for this and other episodes at talkinghomerenovations.comDo you have feedback y...
2022-04-1326 min
Tangible RemnantsBlock by block w/ Tonya HarrisThis week's episode features a fun conversation with Tonya Harris. Tonya is a developer and contractor doing work in Baltimore and DC. She share's her journey into real estate development and reminds us that it's never too late to start a new path. Building Spotlight: "The Arch Social Club is the oldest known continuously operating African American social club in the United States and the oldest predominately African American social club in Baltimore. The Arch Social Club move into the former Schantze’s Theatre in 1972. The Schantze's Theatre was built in 1912 as a vaudeville and silent film the...
2022-04-1350 min
Talking Home Renovations with the House MavenListener Chats- Second Renovation, Lessons LearnedStaci Barber got in touch with me after listening to the podcast, wanting to share her experiences renovating her first house, moving on to a second house and the lessons she is going to implement the second time around. About our guest:Staci Barber is a marketing director for Boston-based architecture and interior design firm Margulies Perruzzi. Staci has a passion for all-things home renovations and design. At the age of 29, she and her husband bought their first home, in need of major TLC, just outside of Boston, MA. Five years and many renovation lessons...
2022-04-0640 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Mixed Reality Construction'In this conversation, we continue to explore the evolution of construction, this time speaking with Jordan Lawver, Director of Product Strategy and Innovation for Building Construction Technology at Trimble. In that role, Jordan is responsible for the long-range vision and roadmap for the various cutting-edge products that Trimble brings to the construction site.We discuss the differences between VR/AR/MR, Trimble’s XR10 product and their partnership with Microsoft, current use cases for MR technology on the construction site, Trimble’s Field link MR product, design considerations with this new technology, and what’s to come in the...
2022-04-0649 min
Spaces Podcast[EXPRESS] 'Workplace I: Optimize Experience'Following a listener request, we are exploring how workplace is evolving through and post-pandemic. In this first episode of our Workplace miniseries, Design Strategist, Evelyn Lee, FAIA, joins us to share her research and insight into the evolution of workplace. Evelyn is the first ever Senior Experience Designer at Slack Technologies, Founder of the Practice of Architecture, and Co-Host on the Podcast, Practice Disrupted.Thank you to our sponsors!TwinmotionTwinmotion is a real-time rendering solution used by architecture, engineering, and construction professionals to create high-quality imagery, client presentations, and interactive experiences that...
2021-08-1929 min