The Placemaking Podcast

The Placemaking Podcast Every week we will be talking to professionals in the real estate development business about all aspects of the real estate development process.

If your interested in the built environment or wish to get into development yourself, welcome!

to one of my favorite episodes of the Placemaking Podcast — a conversation with none other than 🏘️ Daniel Parolek, the...
05/08/2025

to one of my favorite episodes of the Placemaking Podcast — a conversation with none other than 🏘️ Daniel Parolek, the visionary behind the concept of Missing Middle Housing.

Dan brought a ton of insight into how reintroducing diverse, human-scale housing types can be a game changer for 🏙️ walkability, 🏡 affordability, and 🤝 neighborhood vitality. It wasn’t just a great conversation — it was a mindset shift.

If you’re passionate about designing communities that actually work for people, this episode is worth a listen (or a re-listen). 🎧

👉 Listen to the full episode on any of your favorite podcast providers!

Would love to hear your thoughts — how is your community tackling the missing middle?

🎙️ Exciting News! 🎉 We’ve just dropped a brand new episode of the Placemaking Podcast, and this one is not to be missed!...
04/22/2024

🎙️ Exciting News! 🎉 We’ve just dropped a brand new episode of the Placemaking Podcast, and this one is not to be missed! 🚀

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of small-scale development with none other than Jim Heid, FASLA, the acclaimed author of “Building Small.” 📚 Join us as we explore the power of small-scale projects in shaping vibrant communities and creating meaningful places.

Tune in now to gain invaluable insights, inspiration, and practical tips from one of the leading voices in the field! 🌟 Don’t miss out on this enriching conversation! 🔊

🎙️ Exciting News from the Placemaking Podcast! 🏙️Yesterday, we had an incredible guest on the Placemaking Podcast, and I...
04/20/2024

🎙️ Exciting News from the Placemaking Podcast! 🏙️

Yesterday, we had an incredible guest on the Placemaking Podcast, and I can’t wait to share the episode with you all soon! Can you guess who joined us? Here are three hints:

1. This visionary entrepreneur has spearheaded transformative real estate projects in the City of Bentonville
2. Their expertise lies in creating vibrant, community-centered spaces that enhance quality of life.
3. With a passion for community and collaboration, they are shaping the future of urban development in NW Arkansas.

Stay tuned for the big reveal and get ready for an enlightening conversation on real estate development and placemaking! 🌆🔍

🎙️ Exciting Announcement! 🎉 Our latest Placemaking Podcast episode is live, featuring a dynamic discussion with Joshua B...
02/28/2024

🎙️ Exciting Announcement! 🎉 Our latest Placemaking Podcast episode is live, featuring a dynamic discussion with Joshua Brooks, Co-Director at Sasaki’s Denver, CO office. 🏙️ Dive deep into the innovative Denargo Market masterplanning project in Denver, CO, as Joshua shares insights into its transformative impact on urban development. 🌆 Discover the intersection of design, community engagement, and sustainability in creating vibrant, inclusive spaces. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation! Listen now on your favorite podcast platform. 🎧 🏗️🌳

Art + Infrastructure + Retail
02/28/2024

Art + Infrastructure + Retail

The true path to residential construction is through great design and better with the use of . Just ask the next gu...
06/10/2023

The true path to residential construction is through great design and better with the use of . Just ask the next guest on our Placemaking Podcast...🎧

Join Mark Seibold and I as we talk shop on   &   with Edie Dillman, Co-Founder and CEO of B.Public Prefab .

This was such a fun episode to record. Really learned a lot about Modular Construction in Real Estate Development that can !🎧🎙🔊
We discussed the following:

- Discussed how Edie got started in Modular Construction and how it shaped her worldview.

- The idea of and how to obtain it through Modular Construction.

- How to bring men and women back to and the through reimagined construction processes.

Enjoy!

Link in our Bio.
Please   your thoughts in the comments and   with others in the industry.

               

Public Financing Initiatives meant to promote in , , , and are inefficient at best. Just ask the next guest on ou...
11/23/2022

Public Financing Initiatives meant to promote in , , , and are inefficient at best. Just ask the next guest on our Placemaking Podcast...

Join Mark Seibold and I as we talk shop on & with Atif Z. Qadir, AIA, Founder of REDIST and Host of the American Building Podcast!

This was such a fun episode to record. Really learned a lot about the transformative power of public financing!🎧🎙🔊
We discussed the following:

- The idea of REDIST and how it was transformed into the company it is now

- The inception of the American Building podcast

- How growing up as a minority in the field of shaped his trajectory 🚀

Enjoy!

Please your thoughts in the comments and with others in the industry.

Join Mark and I as we talk shop on & with Andrew Katz, Founder, & Principal at Katz Development!This was such a fun...
10/15/2022

Join Mark and I as we talk shop on & with Andrew Katz, Founder, & Principal at Katz Development!

This was such a fun episode to record. Really learned a lot about the hardships facing truly great developments!🎧🎙🔊
We discussed the following:

- Importance of and early in your RE career

- Current Rise in in Recent History

- How Projects can Morph and Shift to Meet Market Conditions

Enjoy!

Link in the comments below 👇 👇 👇
Please your thoughts in the comments and with others in the industry.

Big shoutout to and the team at The Spanier Group! Thank you for the thoughtful gifts!Looking forward to reading a snea...
12/21/2021

Big shoutout to and the team at The Spanier Group!
Thank you for the thoughtful gifts!

Looking forward to reading a sneak peak of “The Rhythm of Retail” book!

What is your thought on this infill residential? M-Building featured in piece on San Francisco housing (link in bio). ...
10/01/2021

What is your thought on this infill residential?

M-Building featured in piece on San Francisco housing (link in bio). Article by Eric Baldwin,
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Utilizing unused space by The rapid schedule for CityWalk BHAM is underway – to be finished in time for Birmingham to ho...
09/20/2021

Utilizing unused space by

The rapid schedule for CityWalk BHAM is underway – to be finished in time for Birmingham to host the World Games next summer. And these renderings get us excited for what’s to come!

Who said shipping containers couldn’t be aesthetically pleasing? This is a great example of shipping container use at -...
09/08/2021

Who said shipping containers couldn’t be aesthetically pleasing? This is a great example of shipping container use at

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