[059] – Building the Pipeline Through K-12 Education
How are architects increasing representation in architecture through early educational outreach?
Project Pipeline was born at the 2002 NOMA conference. Then-president Paul Taylor asked Drake Dillard and David Kirk to research and establish a plan for the camp that would introduce minority students with a focus on black students to architecture with the ultimate goal of creating more licensed black architects.
[058] – A Case Study Practice: RIOS
The Practice of Architecture was founded on the basis that for architects to remain relevant, we must seek opportunities to increase our careers and firms beyond traditional services. RIOS is a firm that is doing just that, collectively working beyond boundaries and not only seeking out but diving head-first when it comes to embracing the moment to try and pursue something new.
[057] – Southeast Asian American Architects
Leaders of the profession share diverse perspectives on race, equity, and architecture. Building from prior diversity conversations, this week we learn about Southeast Asian Architects.
[056] – Leading with Finance & Entrepreneurship
About the Episode About the Episode How can architecture firms focus on elevating their financial management? This week we explore our love/hate relationship with numbers and discover tips and tricks that help keep projects and their budgets financially sound. Bolanle Williams-Olley is a CFO and partner at Mancini, but also an incredible entrepreneur managing multiple […]
[055] – Architecture, And: MBA
This week’s episode is a group discussion between our co-hosts and two fellow MBAs in the profession. Each participant has a foundation in architecture education and training, and is at a different stage in the process of pursuing an MBA.
[054] – Architecture, And: EDI+J
What is the role of a firm leader focused on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion?
As we continue to expand our exploration of diversity in practice, we’ve invited Yiselle Santos Rivera back to the podcast so she can share what she’s learned after two years of serving HKS as their Director of Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion.
[053] – Immigrant Architects
Leaders of the profession share diverse perspectives on equity and architecture.
Expanding our diversity series, this week we learn about the lived experiences of individuals who immigrated to the United States.
[052] – Managing a Virtual Practice
What does it take to manage an architecture studio virtually? We speak with two firm owners who have been managing their design studios in a 100% virtual capacity since before the pandemic hit. Leah Bayer returns to Practice Disrupted and is joined by Jennifer Kretschmer.
[051] – Designing a Culture of Mentorship
How can architects rethink studio culture through conversations on mentorship
Je’Nen shares her vision for helping her clients assess and redesign their talent development strategies. She explains why this is critical at the individual level to support better project work.
[050] – TRXL Crossover: Calling on Architects to Embrace Change
Why is change necessary in the practice of architecture?
To celebrate our 50th episode of Practice Disrupted we’ve teamed up with fellow podcaster and Gābl Media content creator Evan Troxel to bring you a special crossover episode.