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S02 Episode 11: Bill Van Erp
In this episode, Tom sits down with Bill Van Erp, Senior Associate and Professional Librarian of Architecture Materials and Finishes at Gensler. Bill discusses the changes he has seen in the industry during his 32 years at Gensler, including where he thinks the field... READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 10: Michelle Ney
In this episode, Tom meets with Michelle Ney, Senior Project Architect at Devcon Construction, Inc., the largest general contractor in Silicon Valley for the majority of the past two decades. Michelle discusses how she retains her world-renowned clients and inspires... READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 9: Clark Manus
In this episode, Tom welcomes Clark Manus, CEO of Heller Manus Architects and former president of The American Institute of Architects (AIA). Clark discusses lessons and insights from 40 years as a practicing architect, including how he became president of the AIA an... READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 8: Drew Goldman
In this episode, Tom welcomes Drew Goldman, Senior Lighting Designer and VP of Pure Edge Lighting. Drew illuminates the challenges of good lighting and how Pure Edge became the US Dept. of Energy's "Best in Class" for innovative LED lighting READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 7: Aaron Jobson
In this episode, Tom welcomes Aaron Jobson, a partner of Quattrocchi Kwok architects and board member of the Collaborative for High Performing Schools. Aaron discusses intelligent school design for more productive and inviting classrooms. Aaron introduces to how the s... READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 6: Denis Mulligan
In this episode, Tom welcomes Denis Mulligan, CEO of the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District. Denis introduces us to the joys and challenges of running the most famous bridge in the world. He discusses its stoic historic and dynamic future READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 4: Charles Bovet
In this episode, Tom welcomes Charles Bovet, VP of Operations at BONE Structure. BONE Structure offers a sustainable, scalable solution to meet California's 2020 Net Zero Energy requirements. Charles Bovet introduces us to the design and deployment of this fascinating... READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 3: Wolfgang Wagene...
In this episode, Tom meets with Wolfgang Wagener, principal of WOWA West. Tom learns how WOWA West helps clients define, design, develop, and deliver the highest valued real estate possible. Wolfgang has worked with clients such as Apple to develop innovative and nove... READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 2: Edgar Lopez
In this episode, Tom welcomes Edgar Lopez, city architect and deputy director for the city of San Francisco. Tom uncovers how Edgar works to make San Francisco one of the most beautiful and sustainable cities in the world READ MORE >
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S02 Episode 1: RMW
In this special kick off of Season 2, Tom welcomes RMW president - Russ Nichols, sustainability director - Steve Stenton, and AIA 2016 Young Architect Award recipient - Stephanie Silkwood. This fun and engaging conversation covered RMW's current projects, sustainabil... READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 9: Jonathan Sweet
In this episode, Tom explores construction law with Jonathan Sweet. Jonathan Sweet represents small and medium size companies in various civil and design litigations. He introduces us to the fascinating problems faced by a lawyer in the deisgn and construction world READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 8: Guille Castaned...
In this episode, we welcome back Guille Castaneda, CEO of Nomos Red Architecture. Guille introduces Tom to Real Estate Design: improving communities through enhancing building design. Inspired by the modern architecture of London, Nomos Red is bringing affordable, min... READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 7: David Easton
In this episode, Tom meets with David Easton, Founder and President of Rammed Earth Works and Watershed Materials, the original rammed earth builder in the United States. Tune in to hear an in-depth discussion on rammed earth and how Easton and his firm are using the... READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 6: Ken Hayes
In this episode, Tom welcomes Ken Hayes, Architect and Principal of the Hayes Group, to discuss his background in the field and his work toward creating diverse design and innovative and practical architectural solutions READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 5: Andrew Young
In this episode, Tom sits down with Andrew Young, Architect, Cofounder, and CEO of Young and Borlik Architects. Young shares tips for creating productive work relationships that lead to the smoothest possible building process READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 4: Juanita Salisbu...
In this episode, Tom is joined by Juanita Salisbury, Ph.D. and Principal of Juanita Salisbury Landscape Architecture. Salisbury shares the joy of investing in nature and the value landscape architecture brings to homes, communities, and businesses READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 3: Kevin Bagnall
In this episode, Tom sits down with Kevin Bagnell, Chairman, CEO & Founder, K.B. Industries, Inc. (KBI), to discuss his work in creating smarter materials for next-generation infrastructure. Bagnell shares the latest in sustainable product solutions, and where the ma... READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 2: Iro Armeni
In this episode, Tom is joined by Iro Armeni, Architect-Engineer and Ph.D. student at Stanford University, who discusses the inefficiencies in architectural workflows. Armeni shares her work within using semantics in building life cycles and functional affordances us... READ MORE >
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S01 Episode 1: Guille Castaned...
In the premiere episode of The Modern Architect, Tom is joined by Guille Castaneda, CEO of Nomos Red to discuss how his boutique firm provides specialized work to a small clientele. Castaneda also discusses his mission to provide affordable, minimalist designs to his... READ MORE >
