The Modern Architect Podcast

20/08/2025

This article launches our series exploring past Pritzker Prize winners who have shaped the built environment through extraordinary design...

19/12/2023

29/12/2022

2022 is almost at an end, so let's look back at some of the interior design trends that stood out to us the most this past year. You can ...

19/12/2022

We are already at the last episode of season 6. Episode 24 features guest Gaylaird Christopher, founding Principal at Architecture 4 Education.
Gaylaird is a recognized expert in the design of educational facilities.

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The last episode of the season features guest Gaylaird Christopher, founding Principal at

12/12/2022

Last week's guest Bob Habian, CEO and co-founder of Tect App, Inc. talked in-depth about the importance of making informed decisions in business. Here is a quote from the episode:

"So being a licensed architect myself, having former experience in ownership of a global manufacturing company, having toiled in manufacturing the majority of my career, I found myself in that space between manufacturers of building products and architects and engineers who are trying to make sense out of that information, product information.
And what I determine is that the earliest decisions in a project are the most impactful. If those decisions made early, are informed decisions infused with the wisdom of those that really know what they're talking about, then the rest of the project is gonna go a lot smoother."

You can listen to the full interview here: https://bit.ly/3BcQjH0

05/12/2022

For this episode, Tom is joined by Bob Habian, an AIA Architect who is also the CEO and co-founder of Tect App, Inc.

Tect App is a communication platform that empowers design professionals and specifiers to connect with building product experts from location-specific manufacturers.

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Tom's guest is Bob Habian, an AIA Architect who is also the CEO and co-founder of

28/11/2022

Last week's guest, structural engineer Randy Collins, talks about a client who had a very specific need for seismic performance.

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21/11/2022

It is time for a new episode of The Modern Architect Podcast, this one features guest Randy Collins, Founder and Principal of FTF Engineering.
Some of the highlights of this episode are Randy talking about his journey to becoming a structural engineer, what it was like starting his own firm just five years out of college, and the element of risk in owning a business.

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The guest for this episode is Randy Collins, Founder and Principal of FTF Engineering.

14/11/2022

This quote is from last week’s episode with guest Thuy Fontelera, Structural Engineer and Principal of Element.

The full 30-minute podcast episode is definitely worth a listen, so check that out here:
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07/11/2022

We have a new episode of The Modern Architect ready for you. The guest is Thuy Fontelera, Structural Engineer and Principal of Element, a passionate and creative structural engineering firm.

In the first few minutes alone, Thuy talks about the importance of compassion, including why empathy in leadership should be seen as a strength, and she also explains why she is so passionate about affordable housing and ending homelessness.

You can listen to this very inspiring episode on your preferred platform:

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For this episode, Tom is joined by Thuy Fontelera, Structural Engineer and Principal of

31/10/2022

How do you know what your client wants their space to look like? In this short excerpt from last week’s episode, interior designer Annie Lowengart shares her process of finding out what the client’s style is all about.

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24/10/2022

We have a new episode for you! The guest is Annie Lowengart, who founded her award-winning firm Ann Lowengart Interiors in 2000. While enjoying the inspirational beauty of both coasts, Annie and her team balance their designs with practicality.

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This episode's guest is Annie Lowengart, who founded her award-winning firm in 2000. Located just a few miles north of the Golden Gate B...