Detailed: An original podcast by ARCAT

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C.Cherise is joined by Joe Rebori, Manager of Inquiries at BioMicrobics. Joe discusses BioMicrobics' role in wastewater treatment, stormwater treatment, and water reuse applications. The conversation emphasizes BioMicrobics' commitment to sustainability, net zero, and energy efficiency in decentralized applications. Joe explains their approach to simplicity in product design, focusing on ease of understanding, operation, and installation. A wine industry case study illustrates how BioMicrobics treated winery wastewater for reuse in irrigation, promoting sustainability. The conversation also touches on the handling of solid matter in wastewater treatment and the challenges of managing solid waste in onsite systems.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Susan Bliss, FCSI, CDT, CCS, CCCA, LEED AP, SCIP – Principal, Specifier and Owner and Michael Lockwood, CSI, CDT Director of Operations, Senior Project Manager and Specifier both from Spec Services, LLC in Farmers Branch, Texas. This episode is a little different from our typical format. We’re bringing you another one of our popular deep dives into the importance of specifications in successful projects! We discuss the role of spec writers, the challenges faced, and the need for proper training and mentoring in the industry. We also highlight important considerations and best practices for spec writing.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C.Cherise is joined by Neal Lojek, Senior Sales Marketing Consultant, Business Development at Armatherm Thermal Bridging Solutions. Neal discusses the evolution of the construction industry towards net zero and Green building standards. The conversation highlights the uneven understanding of thermal bridging in the architecture and construction fields. Neal explains Armatherm's role in managing thermal bridging, focusing on structural connections and transitions. He also shares a case study of the Sendero Verde Project in Harlem illustrates how Armatherm's products contributed to overcoming thermal bridging challenges. If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Maxwell Jarosz, Founding Principal of Daft Büro Architecture in Miami and Noam Dvir, Principal and Co-founder of BoND in New York. They discuss the PatBO flagship boutique retail store within the Design District in Miami, FL.You can see the project here as you listen along.More than just a store; this space transforms the shopping experience into a work of art. The scope is a tenant improvement of 2,700 square feet over two floors, including cutting through the existing concrete slab to install a feature stair. The exterior was also modified to create visible separation from the adjacent stores. In addition, faced with a challenging timeline – from design contract to opening for a major launch event – the space was turned over in about 10 months!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C.Cherise is joined by Edith Gawler, Marketing Manager at TimberHP by GO Lab. Edith explores Timber HP's role as the first U.S. producer of fiber insulation, providing an affordable and accessible solution for high-performance buildings. She emphasizes the company's commitment to addressing both embodied and operational carbon, differentiating their products from conventional options dominating the market. The conversation highlights challenges of bringing innovations to the U.S. market and Timber HP's strategic use of abundant wood resources in Maine. Edith also shares insights from a compelling case study showcasing the benefits of their wood fiber insulation in all-wood construction assemblies.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Sarah Cantine, Architect, Senior Associate at Scott Edwards Architecture. They discuss the Oregon Humane Society’s “New Road Ahead” project in Portland, Oregon.You can see the project here as you listen along.Adjacent to OHS’s existing shelter, the project expands their Portland campus from one building to three, and bolsters the organization’s national leadership ability in animal welfare. The 71,100-sf expansion comprises two buildings: one houses the Community Veterinary Hospital and the Animal Crimes Forensics Center, only the second of its kind in the nation, and the building includes a Behavior Modification and Rescue Center.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C.Cherise is joined by Jill Heidorf, National Sales Manager for Architects and Consultants at Polyguard Products. Jill explains Polyguard's commitment to sustainability and its role in controlling water, improving indoor air quality, using superior materials, and conserving energy. She shares a case study involving a Corps of Engineers project in Louisville, Kentucky, highlighting Polyguard's TERM products and their multifaceted solution, contributing to sustainability and meeting LEED requirements.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by David Koel, Principal-in-Charge at Cushing Terrell and Shawn Pauly, Project Architect at Cushing Terrell. They discuss the Flathead Valley Community College, Paul D. Wachholz College Center in Kalispell, Montana.You can see the project here as you listen along.The Wachholz College Center is a 67,000-square-foot facility that combines two distinct venues into one stunning building on the Flathead Valley Community College campus. The goal of the project was to meld two programs that are usually separate — performing arts and athletics — into one grand facility. This required the delivery of superior acoustic performance as well as acoustic separation of the different programs, while connecting the two in a natural, harmonious manner.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C.Cherise is joined by Mark Fusco, Global Director of Architectural Sales at Bison Innovative Products. Discover how Bison contributes to sustainability through their pedestal paver system made with recycled content. Mark shares insights into utilizing rapidly renewable materials like bamboo tiles, addressing fire safety, and managing forests in South America responsibly.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Chris Brown and Brent Linden, Principals and Co-founders of Linden, Brown Architecture. They discuss Sequitur Winery in Newberg, Oregon.You can see the project here as you listen along.Originally a dairy farm, a 7,500-sf barn at the heart of an unused farm in the Willamette Valley, has been transformed into a cathedral for winemaking. The project included 11,000 sf of new structures for wine production support and hospitality spaces. As for the original heavy timber barn, it required seismic retrofitting, so to preserve the original structure, it was lifted 3-feet to make way for the new foundation! If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C.Cherise is joined by Brittany Storm, Sustainability Manager at MAPEI. Discover MAPEI's commitment to minimizing environmental impact and promoting healthier buildings, as Brittany discusses the dynamic evolution of sustainability trends, including a focus on carbon reduction. Gain valuable insights from the case study of a LEED Platinum and Living Building Challenge project, showcasing the company's dedication to creating a greener and more sustainable future.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Nicole Blair, Owner of Nicole Blair, LLC in Austin, Texas. They discuss The Hive located in Central East Austin, Texas.You can see the project here as you listen along.The Hive is a 550 sf Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) situated behind a primary residence. To meet City of Austin’s pervious cover requirements, the maximum footprint that was allowed on this 6500 sf residential lot was on 320 sf! To accommodate a one-bedroom dwelling, walls creatively tilt from the slab, hugging building setback planes and an angled utility easement at the back of the property, to add volume and opportunities for more square footage where needed — evoking the shape of a beehive.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C. Cherise is joined by Dr. Neall Digert, Vice President of Innovation at Kingspan Light + Air, North America - parent company of Solatube International. They explore the nexus of innovation and sustainability in building science. Neall highlights the company's unwavering commitment to sustainability. As the leading manufacturer of tubular daylighting devices (TDDs) and highly advanced daylighting solutions, Neall explains how daylight can be effectively harvested and applied to virtually any room or building space anywhere in the world. The episode features compelling case studies, an insightful conversation on sustainable building practices, and benefits of innovative solutions.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by William Mandara Jr., AIA, CEO & Co-Owner at Mancini Duffy, Joseph R. Levi, Project Manager from Pavarini McGovern, and J. Benjamin Alper, PE, SE, Principal at Severud Associates Consulting Engineers. They discuss TSX Broadway in New York City.You can see the project here as you listen along.At 550,000 total square feet, this is the largest project in Mancini Duffy’s 100+-year-old history, and they have been working on it for SEVEN years!Developed by L&L Holding Company in partnership with Fortress Investment Group, the $2.5 billion, 46-story mixed-use building is an extensive redevelopment of an existing building located at 1568 Broadway, in the heart of Times Square.The vision behind TSX was to create an entertainment ecosystem which consists of galleries, a one of kind outdoor stage that cantilevers out into Times Square, a 150-seat backstage venue, the historic Palace Theatre, a hospitality lounge that features the largest terrace in Times Square, an expansive wraparound exterior LED screen that provides the largest signage opportunity in Times Square, a 669-key hotel with unobstructed views of Times Square, and exclusive entertainment suites.The challenge? To make way for up to 75,000 square feet of new flagship-ready retail space, the Palace Theatre had to be raised 30 feet into the air!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Danny MacNelly and Adam Ruffin, both Partners at ARCHITECTUREFIRM, a collaboration of architects and designers in Brooklyn, New York and Richmond, Virginia. They discuss the Arts & Letters Creative Co. World Headquarters in Richmond, Virginia.You can see the project here as you listen along.The project scope consisted of an extensive renovation to a 20,000-square-foot brick complex, previously used by Lucky Strike Tobacco power plant. Two of the plant’s buildings were stitched together while conserving most of the existing walls, windows, skylights, tile, and concrete slabs.What sets this project apart is its embodiment of the "keep it simple" philosophy. The team prioritized straightforward and functional solutions, avoiding overcomplication and focusing on the fundamental logic behind their designs. If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Gina Chang, AIA, EDAC and Fabian Kremkus, AIA, LEED GA, both Principals at CO Architects. They discuss UCI Health – Irvine Medical Center in Irvine, California.The episode also features, Brian Pratt, the Associate Vice Chancellor for Design and Construction Services and Campus Architect at the University of California, Irvine who provides unique insight from the client perspective.You can see the project here as you listen along.UCI Health – Irvine Medical Center is the country's first all-electric hospital. The new campus includes a 144-bed, 350,000-square-foot hospital, comprising an emergency department, inpatient bed services, operating rooms, pre/post observation beds, inpatient imaging and support services. A 220,000-square-foot ambulatory surgery center will offer outpatient surgery and procedure rooms, diagnostic and imaging services, oncology treatment and infusion facilities, clinical exam rooms, a pharmacy, and support services.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by JP Emery, Principal, Ankrom Moisan Architects. They discuss Aegis Living Lake Union, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Seattle, Washington.You can see the project here as you listen along.Aegis Living Lake Union is a 73,000 sq. ft., 6-story assisted living community that boasts 77 units and is the first assisted living community built to meet Living Building Challenge 3.1 Petal Certification.Inspired by the historic rowing clubs and culture of the area, the exterior exhibits natural cedar siding and rough brick. The surrounding landscaping has been thoughtfully curated to consider biodiversity and rainfall.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Amy Donohue, Principal, Bora Architecture & Interiors. They discuss the Oregon State University, Learning Innovation Center in Corvallis, Oregon.You can see the project here as you listen along.The 126,000 sf OSU Learning Innovation Center (LINC), completed in 2015, was envisioned as a new general-purpose classroom building that would address the University’s increased enrollment and boost graduation and retention rates. Upending traditional learning environments, the design championed active, engaged learning spaces, including an “in the round” lecture hall design inspired by Bora’s deep performing arts portfolio that went on to serve as a prototype for classroom design nationwide.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Joseph G. Tattoni, FAIA, Principal at Ikon.5 Architects. They discuss the Mori Hosseini Student Union at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.You can see the project here as you listen along.Inspired by the gracefulness of birds in flight, the Mori Hosseini Student Union at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an expression of the University’s mission to teach the science, practice, and business of aviation and aerospace. A curving bowed roof on top of the structure not only provides solar shading from the harsh Floridian sun, but also invokes sinuous avian forms. Vertical, exposed struts convey a feather-like quality and are functionally the structural members that tie down the curved roof form from wind uplift, particularly, for hurricane resistance. Internally, an exposed 200-foot curving steel arch bisects the middle of the plan and supports a glass roof above, allowing the students of aviation the ability to look skyward while inside.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Andrew Burke, Principal at Soderstrom Architects. They discuss the George Fox University (GFU), Medical Sciences Building in Newberg, Oregon.You can see the project here as you listen along.The George Fox University Medical Sciences Building is a three-story, 42,000 sq. ft. off-campus hub for the Physical Therapy and Physician’s Associate graduate programs of George Fox University. A large arched window and canopy give the main entry prominence and distinction while the rest of the building is adorned with simple, well-proportioned windows. The exterior envelope utilizes three varieties of brick veneer to create visual interest, pattern, and texture. The corners are accented by brick quoins.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Brett Baba, Principal/Founder at Graham Baba Architects, based in Seattle Washington. They discuss the Washington Fruit & Produce headquarters, in Yakima Washington.You can see the project here as you listen along.Washington Fruit & Produce headquarters is a 16,500 square foot commercial office/headquarters that serves as a refuge from the company's surrounding 90 acres of industrial agribusiness landscape. Inspired by an abandoned wood barn, the building aesthetic is largely driven by the glulam beams and an impressive glass façade. The expressed structural frame of laminated wood buttresses creates a column-free interior, faced in floor-to-ceiling glass the nestles the staff within curated views of natural landscape.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Clayton Taylor, AIA, NCARB, IIDA – Architect and Co-Founder/Partner at West of West Architecture and Design in Portland, Oregon and Los Angeles, California. They discuss Eastbound in Austin, Texas.You can see the project here as you listen along.Eastbound is a 220,000 square foot office campus in Austin, Texas. The campus consists of two four-story buildings that form a central pedestrian courtyard and a host of amenities to inspire innovation and collaboration.The upper levels express the expansive open office spaces, and the façade is adorned with a rational grid of precast concrete panels. At the ground level, the lobbies, restaurant, lounge, and lush courtyard of the buildings are enhanced by a majestic colonnade of forest-like canted columns that create a public space sheltered beneath a wood-clad ceiling.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Jill Traylor, Principal/Director of Interior Design and Tyler Guidroz, Associate/Architect at EskewDumezRipple with offices in New Orleans, Louisiana and Washington D.C. They discuss the Center of Developing Entrepreneurs (CODE) in Charlottesville, Virginia.You can see the project here as you listen along.CODE is a new mixed-use project in Downtown Charlottesville comprised of a new public plaza for the historic pedestrian mall and 215,000 sf of multi-use space, including a strategic combination of coworking, office space, shared amenities, and retail. The building was envisioned as a new public forum and collision space—a new version of Charlottesville—where individuals across demographics might meet in pursuit of a better future.The exterior was inspired by the brick cladding and punched window openings of the historic buildings that surround the building. The façade boasts a modern rainscreen that offers high levels of insulation and thermal performance. If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Scott Specht, Founding Partner of Specht Architects. They discuss the New American House in Austin, Texas.You can see the project here as you listen along.This house began as a personal conceptual project – something that wasn’t really intended to be built, but a “paper project” that was a comment on the dysfunctional nature of suburban and low-scale urban housing that is currently built in the US, as well as a comment on the changing social qualities of neighborhoods and increased desire for security and privacy.The New American House is windowless (to the exterior), with rooms that face a series of interior private courtyards. It’s based on ancient / Roman house models but incorporates provisions for the increased personal privacy and comfort that we expect in a house today.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a conversation from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise is joined by Lou Fineberg, National Advocacy Accounts Manager at Dero. They discuss how Dero Bike Racks has been revolutionizing bike parking for the past 30 years, addressing the growing demand for secure and convenient bike infrastructure. They explore their innovative solutions, including smart bike racks, theft prevention measures, charging stations, and the importance of designing bike rooms with ample space for maneuverability. Lou also shares valuable insights on creating a bike-friendly city and maintaining bicycle maintenance stations for public use.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Ben Waechter, Principal Architect and Alexis Coir, Project Manager both from Waechter Architecture in Portland, Oregon. They discuss Mississippi Workshop in Portland, Oregon.You can see the project here as you listen along.Mississippi Workshop is a mixed-use, mass timber building located on a prominent commercial avenue in Portland. The project was designed, developed, and built by Waechter Architecture as a proving ground for sustainable building systems and ‘all-wood’ construction technologies, and as a forum for new creative conversations.Mississippi is the first commercial project in Oregon to use mass timber for all components of the building’s structure and spatial definition. Other than an exterior ‘rain jacket’ of weathering steel and radiant concrete flooring, all surfaces within the building are exposed wood without the need for additional finishes or fireproofing.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a conversation from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise is joined by Kevin Twyford, Director of Commercial Fireproofing at Carboline, a global manufacturer of coatings, linings, and fireproofing products. They discuss exciting developments in the world of fireproofing and Kevin shares valuable insights into the challenges faced by design professionals and construction teams. You’ll also learn about Carboline’s innovative fire testing facility and their commitment to sustainability. If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Mikkel Hermann Sørensen, Partner and Architect at Christensen & Co (or CCO) in Copenhagen, Denmark. They discuss Learning Center Nærheden in Høje-Taastrup, Denmark.You can see the project here as you listen along.The Learning Centre is the first public school in Denmark based on 21st Century Learning Skills – also known as STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics). The city had an overall vision for “The Learning Center.” The goal was to create a place that prepared children for the changing society of the future, where they must, among other things, contribute to a more sustainable world.The building includes an integrated daycare, a sports hall, and cultural facilities for the surrounding community. The concept was to design a building that doubled as a pallet for children to learn and play. The overall structure was created as a grid, which can integrate a number of elements and functional requirements, without compromising the overall architectural concept.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a conversation from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise is joined by Chris Kann, Product Manager of Specialty Products and Sustainability at Carlisle Construction Materials. They discuss the latest innovations and sustainability initiatives at Carlisle, including their revolutionary Rapid Lock system that uses Velcro to simplify roof installation. You’ll also gain insights into improving specifications and construction practices, from adapting specs to project needs to ensuring qualified installers and incorporating recycling programs for a more sustainable future in the roofing industry.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Mark Husser, Partner at Grimshaw in New York, with offices also in Los Angeles, London, Paris, Dubai, Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland. They discuss the Newark Liberty International Airport Terminal A in Newark, New Jersey.You can see the project here as you listen along.The new Terminal A at the Newark Liberty International Airport is the centerpiece of an airport-wide renaissance. The next phase of Newark Liberty’s transformation will be developed through the EWR VISION PLAN, a comprehensive development strategy through 2065 to accommodate future growth, identify opportunities for enhancing sustainability and resiliency, and improve travel experience of Newark Liberty International Airport.The $2.7 billion Terminal Redevelopment Program to modernize and replace Terminal A includes four main elements:1. Redesigned roadways with 8 new bridges,2. 140 acres of airfield paving,3. A 2700-space public parking facility, 4. And the new 1,000,000 sq. ft., 33-gate Terminal A building.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a conversation from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise is joined by Joe Calsada, National Accounts Manager with Nucor, a leading steel products company.They have a stimulating conversation about the importance of collaboration and communication between manufacturers and design teams in the construction industry. Joe emphasizes the need for early involvement and clear specifications to ensure efficient and successful projects. He also highlights Nucor's focus on sustainability and their plans for growth as they strive to be innovators in the field.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a conversation from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise is joined by Sebastian Williams, Inside Sales Manager at Cladiator. They dive into the world of rain screen façade solutions discussing how Cladiator's thermally isolated cladding support systems address the challenges of thermal bridging in the building envelope. Sebastian shares insights on reducing penetrations and improving moisture management through their unique fiberglass ziggurat system, offering an optimal environment for your rain screen system.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a conversation from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise is joined by Allana Helland, Senior Director of Marketing at GAF Energy. They discuss how GAF Energy aims to make residential solar more accessible by providing options beyond traditional solar panels. Allana explains how they have revolutionized the industry by integrating roofing and solar into a single product, the challenges of residential solar adoption, the benefits of an all-in-one system, and the future of sustainable energy solutions.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Heather Salisbury, Director of Operations and Steve Droll, Principal at Valerio Dewalt Train, with offices in Chicago, Denver, Palo Alto, and San Francisco. They discuss The Broadview at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee.You can see the project here as you listen along.The Broadview is a remarkable student housing complex for the graduate students at Vanderbilt University. This architectural masterpiece was meticulously designed to cultivate a vibrant and collaborative community.We highlight unique building features, how the Prescient system - a cutting-edge prefabricated construction method - was utilized to accelerate the building's construction while maintaining exceptional quality, challenges they encountered during the project's development, and the pursuit of LEED Gold accreditation. Like all projects, this one also had unique challenges and opportunities: Dealing with complex site conditions, including Nashville's bedrock,Managing an aggressive construction schedule while maintaining high-quality standards,Utilizing the Prescient system as an innovative and efficient construction method, and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share a conversation from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise is joined by Adrienne Reitz, Director of Marketing, and Justin Evans, Vice President of Marketing with Clopay, a leading manufacturer of garage doors and rolling steels in North America.They discuss the latest products and trends in the industry. Discover how Clopay's offerings meet building codes, enhance aesthetics, and address specific needs like school safety. Learn valuable insights on designing and specifying garage doors effectively. Whether you're an architect or simply curious, this episode reveals the innovative world of garage doors and Clopay's commitment to excellence.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Mark Odom, Founding Principal at Mark Odom Studio in Austin, Texas. They discuss "The Pitch" in Austin, Texas.You can see the project here as you listen along.The Pitch is Austin’s distinct hospitality and entertainment complex for Austin FC soccer fans and the community. The mixed-use complex comprises 23 repurposed shipping containers of two standard container modular sizes: 8x20 and 8x40 foot. The containers are stacked to create two stories and then clustered into five separate building pods, with varying building square footages, that function differently for the users while creating a dense visual and physical experience and view onto the landscape.Dive deep into the challenges and opportunities they encountered along the way. From early explorations of container construction to blending containers with the landscape, the team sought to create a space that would draw people in. With a focus on brand, identity, and user experience, they transformed containers into food vendors, retail spaces, co-working areas, and more. Learn how the project pushed the limits of shipping containers while maintaining their structural integrity and capturing the essence of the container aesthetic. This project had unique challenges and opportunities: Navigating a new method of construction for the developer, architect, and building department.Overcoming spatial limitations and finding ways to make the containers comfortable and functional.Creating an immersive and unique experience for visitors by reimagining the use of containers.and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Joseph Sarafian, AIA, co-founder and CEO and Ron Culver, AIA, co-founder and COO of Form Found Design, a Los Angeles-based architecture and design studio that operates at the intersection of technology and nature. They discuss Home of Hope, located in Yerevan, Armenia.You can see the project here as you listen along.Homes of Hope is an inspiring initiative by the Armenian Relief and Development Association (ARDA) that replaces shanty homes in Armenia with resilient houses. Form Found Design's alternative approach using light gauge steel technology and the FrameCAD Machine revolutionized construction speed and efficiency.Hear about the global collaboration of consultants from Melbourne, Bucharest, Yerevan, Costa Mesa, and Los Angeles supporting ARDA's mission. Cross-cultural innovation thrives as Orange Coast College Architecture students collaborate with their Armenian counterparts.Experience the rapid construction of a 720-square-foot home framed in just three days using light-gauge steel. Completed in June 2023, these homes provide safety and dignity while promoting energy independence through photovoltaic arrays and solar hot water heating.Like all projects, this project had its unique challenges and opportunities: light gauge steel technology through the FrameCAD machine offered an opportunity to revolutionize the housing construction process, enabling rapid design, production, and efficient construction techniques,international design/build effort required effective communication, cultural understanding, and logistical coordination,photovoltaic arrays and solar hot water heating systems provided an opportunity to foster energy independence and promote sustainable practices,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share day 2 from our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise joins the ARCAT team and our friends at Gābl Media on the expo floor of A’23. Two of the three ladies from She Builds podcast, Jessica Rogers and Lizi Raar, speak with Sara Kolata, from Disrupt Magazine and Disrupt Symposium. They have an insightful conversation about women in leadership in the AEC industry. Nakita Reed, host of Tangible Remnants, speaks with John Templeton who explores a hidden history of California including contributions of African Americans to the state, untold stories of black billionaires, black women warriors, and the extensive Afro-American Freedom Trail.Cherise has another round of illuminating conversations to find out what you need to know about various building products:Carlisle, a leading supplier of innovative Building Envelope products and solutions,Carboline, a global manufacturer of coatings, linings, and fireproofing products,and Dero, a bike parking products manufacturer.Closing out day 2, Dimitrius, host of SPACES podcast, is joined by Patrick Chopson, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of cove.tool, a web-based software for carbon energy cost analysis in architecture and engineering. They discuss the state of the climate and how the financial risk is now spurring sustainability efforts. If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Paul Tang, Founding Principal and Courtenay Bauer, Principal from Verse Design LA, with independently operated offices in Los Angeles and Shanghai. They discuss Thirty75 Tech in Santa Clara, California.You can see the project here as you listen along.Thirty75 Tech is an iconic office building in Santa Clara, California. Listen to VDLA's ingenious approach as they optimize the building's leasable square footage, increasing monthly rent without significant cost escalation. Inspired by the "digital rain" concept from the Matrix films, VDLA transforms the façade into a three-dimensional wonder, featuring prefabricated modules with aluminum louvers.Embark on this captivating audio journey to uncover the fusion of artistry, technology, and architectural excellence in Thirty75 Tech.Like all projects, this one had its unique challenges and opportunities: maximizing the leasable square footage within the given site constraints while keeping building costs in check,opportunity to showcase creativity and innovative design skills with the project context and constraints,challenge of seamlessly integrating "digital rain" sunshade concept into the overall structure.and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this bonus episode, we share our live podcasting event at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, California. Cherise joins the ARCAT team and our friends at Gābl Media on the expo floor of A’23. Kari Sebern, structural engineer, and host of the podcast Unstruct, has a conversation with Nanawall. Cherise has insightful discussions to find out what you need to know about various building products: Clopay, a garage door manufacturer, GAF Energy, who combines solar roofing options through the national network of GAF-certified roofers.Cladiator, a manufacturer of structural and non-structural attachment systems for interior & exterior cladding and temporary panel applications,and Nucor, a leading steel products company.Rounding out the day, Mark R. LePage, founder of EntreArchitect, and Jeff Echols, host of Context & Clarity and Build Your Brand podcasts examine community building through the lens of the story behind Context & Clarity’s creation. To kick off the Day, co-founders of Gābl Media, Mark R. LePage and Dimitrius Lynch open the day of recording and have a chat with Cherise about Detailed!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Brent Grubb, Principal at Skylab Architecture in Portland, Oregon. They discuss Sideyard, a five-story, 20,000 sf mixed-use building in Portland, Oregon.You can see the project here as you listen along.A leftover berm space was created when the City of Portland constructed a new one-way Couch Street couplet, reconnecting the roadway to the Burnside Bridge. Skylab and Key Development reimagined this small 9,000 sf lot as a new development and proposed a new building concept exclusively focused on pedestrian, bicycle and public transit access called Sideyard. The design approach for Sideyard was to create a working class building with restaurants, shops, bars and creative office space above. The unusual wedge-shaped site was structured utilizing a prefabricated CLT framework with cast-in-place concrete cores. Within the concrete cores, new mass ply stairways were assembled as both fire escape and floor-to-floor access paths. This project had unique challenges and opportunities: a 9,000 sf, unusual wedge-shaped site that was considered to have no value,innovative use of mass ply for egress stairs,utilizing a prefabricated CLT framework to reduce cost and schedule, and address limited site access for construction,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Calli Verkamp, Principal at Wheeler Kearns Architects in Chicago, Illinois.Calli shares her insights into working on the Momentary, a one-of-a-kind contemporary arts experience that is creatively repurposed from a 70-year-old decommissioned Kraft Foods Plant.You can see the project here as you listen along.The project transforms a patchwork of concrete and masonry buildings into a fluid arts experience using interventions of glass and steel for both transparency and distinction from existing structures. A frit pattern, inspired from ceremonial weaving designed by a local Osage artist, is superimposed onto the new glass elements to pay homage to the site’s history as Osage hunting land. Inside, the Momentary contrasts traditional art museums, which strive to offer its curators blank walls and neutral spaces in which to present art. Where a traditional art museum relies on formality, the Momentary is casual and flexible, overlapping social and culinary activities with art spaces to champion contemporary art’s role in everyday life.Like all projects, this one had its unique challenges and opportunities: creatively adapting to and working around the utilities of an existing manufacturing plant,applying glass fritting in a novel way,the challenge of reimaging existing spaces for unintended uses,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Steven Holl, Principal at Steven Holl Architects, an internationally recognized architecture and urban design office with locations in the Hudson Valley, New York, and Beijing.Steven shares his insight into working on the REACH, the first major expansion of the Kennedy Center. The 72,000 sf addition provides much-needed rehearsal, education, and flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing the Kennedy Center to continue to be a leader in artistic, cultural, and enrichment opportunities.You can see the project here as you listen along.This project had unique challenges and opportunities: a subterranean design concept faced technical challenges with existing public utilities,converting an existing parking lot into a green space for the community,the development of an innovative crinkled concrete texture that integrated acoustical qualities within the concrete walls,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Cam Featherstonhaugh, Senior Associate at TruexCullins Architecture + Interior Design in Burlington, Vermont.They discuss the unique characteristics of the Winooski Schools Complex in the Winooski School District in Vermont. Winooski is the state's only majority-minority district and has a diverse population due to its history as a refugee resettlement area. TruexCullins worked closely with the community, including teachers, administrators, and translators, to understand the school's needs and craft guiding principles for the design process. The resulting project aims to revitalize the existing school complex, accommodate the growing student population, and create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment.You can see the project here as you listen along.This project had unique challenges and opportunities: an inclusive planning process that allowed for diverse perspectives to be considered and incorporated into the design, ensuring that the resulting school complex reflects the needs of the community.financial constraints required creative solutions and difficult decision-making and prioritization.the existing complex received multiple additions over sixty years, creating a challenge to tie the differing structures together.and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Chris O’Hara, PE – Founding Principal of Studio NYL and Façade Director at the Skins Group and Bradford J. Prestbo, FAIA, Director of Boston Office of Studio NYL.This episode will be different from the stories that we typically share. Chris O'Hara, PE and Bradford J. Prestbo, FAIA are two professionals who have extensive experience in fast-tracking building projects. This conversation delves into the challenges faced by design professionals in meeting project schedules while maintaining accuracy. Chris and Brad share their insights and experiences working on fast-tracked projects and discuss novel approaches they have developed to streamline workflows without compromising quality. They explore the role of emerging technologies such as machine learning, computational design, and 3D printing in transforming the building industry. The discussion highlights the potential game changers that will shape the way we work in architecture and construction over the next decade. Listeners can expect to gain valuable knowledge and perspectives on navigating complex building conditions and embracing innovation in the industry.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by James Scott Brew, Associate Architect, Komatsu Yoshiaki, Director Landscape Architect, and Inoue Mizuki, Acoustic Engineer from NIKKEN SEKKEI, an architectural, planning and engineering firm from Japan, with headquarters in Chiyoda, Tokyo.The team shares their insights into working on the JR Kumamoto Railway Station Building, Kumamoto, Japan. The 12-story building, plus a basement, is built on a site area of 19,946 ㎡, structurally cast in steel reinforced concrete, reaching a height of 55m. It is a mixed use building with restaurants, retail establishments, a wedding venue, and a multiplex-mimicked theatre on the eighth floor. But its biophilic interior is the centerpiece of the building.You can see the project here as you listen along.Recently recognized for the International Living Future Institute’s (ILFI) ‘Stephen Kellert Biophilic Design Award,’ the JR Kumamoto Railway Station Building features a large indoor garden of water, waterfalls and greenery that extends from the ground to the seventh floor.This project had unique challenges and opportunities: analyzing daylighting conditions to appropriate locate landscape within the building,replicating a natural waterfall while mitigating its noise for occupant comfort, creating a beacon of hope and a symbol of recovery and rebuilding for the people of Japan after a devastating earthquake significantly damaged the area,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Zardasht Aziz, Architect at ZAKAA Architecture in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq. Zardasht shares his insights into working on the Bakrajo House in Sulaymaniyah-Kurdistan Region, Iraq. The five-bedroom home features a series of curved walls on its front façade, forming alcoves that define the outer shell of the home. You can see the project here as you listen along.ZAKAA endeavored to make an architectural statement with the façade. The unique sculptural form of the house emerged from an intense effort to deviate from the typical design of homes in this city.There was also a focus to create privacy for the family. Neighbor facing windows were reduced and arranged to minimize or conceal them from view. ZAKAA introduced alcoves and a rear court to let light and air penetrate the house in different directions.This project had unique challenges and opportunities: creating privacy within a narrow lot and minimal separation from neighbors,getting buy-off on a design that was atypical to the surrounding homes, demonstrating new potential for design and construction in the region,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Christopher Lee, Senior Principal and Managing Director-EMEA at Populous in London. Chris has worked around the world for major international sports clients and designed over 30 stadia on five continents. These projects include the main Stadium for the Sydney Olympic Games in 2000; Europe’s first moving roof stadium the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales; the Emirates Stadium for Arsenal Football Club; and Aviva Stadium the Irish National Soccer in Dublin, Ireland.Chris shares his insights into working on Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Inspired by the region’s history of brewing and steel manufacturing, the stadium’s self-supported tri-podal structure is sculptural in the Monterrey skyline.You can see the project here as you listen along.A natural ventilation system allows air to flow in via ‘gills’ in the façade, ventilating the stadium and keeping spectators and players cool and comfortable. The cantilevered roof, which is a vast structure of 55 meters, also guarantees the utmost comfort and shade within the stadium. Its dramatic asymmetric sweeping form pays homage to the famous Cerro de la Silla Mountain, which frames the roof of the stadium.This project had unique challenges and opportunities: incorporating passive solutions for sustainability,identifying materials that were suitable for the complex form, opportunity to infuse culture and the surrounding context into the design,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Jeffrey Murphy, Partner and Zach Poole, Senior Associate from Murphy Burnham & Buttrick, or MBB, Architects in New York City. Jeff and Zach share their insights into restoring and renovating Trinity Church Wall Street at 89 Broadway, New York. The church is a designated historic landmark, built in 1846. This was the first large-scale renovation of the church in 60 years. You can see the project here as you listen along.MBB’s mandate was to enhance and refocus the church’s role as a house of worship and a performing arts space. MBB balanced historic preservation techniques with modern infrastructure and accessibility requirements.This project had unique challenges and opportunities: Integrating modern infrastructure and technology into the historic context,discovering hidden architectural elements during demo, meticulous coordination with an extensive consultant team,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Jake Patton, Principal at KSA Design Studio in Culver City, California. Jake’s passion is to design sustainable spaces which enhance the built environment, respect site history and culture, and that provide an aesthetic vision, which inspires and enriches lives.Jake shares his insights into working on The Water Garden in Santa Monica California. KSA Design Studio transformed an iconic office park famous for its massive artificial lake into a drought tolerant, sustainable outdoor space with a design that refreshes and reactivates the site, improving its aesthetics through thoughtful garden rooms and a winding river walk while increasing its functionality.You can see the project here as you listen along.Saving more than 2.5 million gallons of water annually, KSA’s design turned a notorious water guzzler into a drought tolerant park. The potable water use for landscape irrigation was cut by 100%, a major contributing factor in the award of LEED Gold Certification for the overall project.This project had unique challenges and opportunities: redirecting half of the existing water on site,developing a new landscape on top of an existing subterranean parking structure, stringent requirements to meet LEED standards,and much more!If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCATemy