Archispeak

Burnout is real. We discuss a recent report on the subject within the architectural profession over the past year with some shocking results, our observations and experiences on the matter, and more.

The State of Burnout in Architecture (2021) (Monograph's blog)

How To Build A Car by A. Newey (Amazon)

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We discuss impostor syndrome, NCARB's IPAL Programs and different paths to becoming an architect, ego and ability, a call to action for the profession, doing theory vs grunt work, and window shopping at auto auctions.

Links

NCARB's IPAL Programs

TRXL 062: ‘Complexity and Opportunity‘ aka the call to action for the profession

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Enscape is a real-time rendering and VR tool for the AEC market. It empowers design workflows by plugging into building modeling software and turning the models into immersive 3D experiences. Visit enscape3d.com/archispeak to sign up for a free 14-day trial.

Infratech outdoor comfort heating systems combine eco-friendly, ambient warmth with unparalleled design versatility, to add year-round comfort to the world’s most prestigious commercial and residential spaces. To learn more visit Infratech-USA.com/podcast.

A visit to Disneyland, exploring various layers of an example of the ultimate architectural experience at Galaxy's Edge, and more.

Links

*Star Wars*: Galaxy's Edge (Wikipedia)

Disneyland's attraction: Galaxy's Edge

The Story of Imagineering

Walt Disney Imagineering (Wikipedia)

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Enscape is a real-time rendering and VR tool for the AEC market. It empowers design workflows by plugging into building modeling software and turning the models into immersive 3D experiences. Visit enscape3d.com/archispeak to sign up for a free 14-day trial.

Infratech outdoor comfort heating systems combine eco-friendly, ambient warmth with
unparalleled design versatility, to add year-round comfort to the world’s most prestigious
commercial and residential spaces. To learn more visit Infratech-USA.com/podcast.

The downsides of hyperrealism during design presentations, when it's time to stop designing, emotional experiences in architecture, and a mini-review of the masterpiece that is Dune.

Links

Denis Villeneuve (Wikipedia)

'Dune' Director Denis Villeneuve Breaks Down the Gom Jabbar Scene (YouTube)

Architect John Lautner (Wikipedia)

Architect Carlo Scarpa (Wikipedia)

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Enscape is a real-time rendering and VR tool for the AEC market. It empowers design workflows by plugging into building modeling software and turning the models into immersive 3D experiences. Visit enscape3d.com/archispeak to sign up for a free 14-day trial.

Coming to you from remote locations on opposite sides the world (no, it's not flat—but it does have "sides" 🤣), we have a discussion about the true value of in-person meetings after a year and a half of virtual calls.

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Enscape is a real-time rendering and VR tool for the AEC market. It empowers design workflows by plugging into building modeling software and turning the models into immersive 3D experiences. Visit enscape3d.com/archispeak to sign up for a free 14-day trial.

Architectural representation and its roles in cinema, world-building, alternative realities, the Metaverse, the concept of "future-proofing" space, and more.

Links
Metaverse (Wikipedia)

How does the architectural design process work? Is it linear—or is it something else entirely—and why?

Do you ever feel like you're being watched—or experimented on—when shopping online? A/B testing is a standard practice companies use not only for marketing purposes, but in user interface design and user experience as well. Adjustments are then made over time to suit the preferences of users making use of the data gleaned from the testing. Can/should/do architects do this? What kinds of modifications have you done in environments you have agency over to better suit your experience of space?

- The Urbanist podcast episode 521, chapter 3 (Architecture in the virtual world)

Post-justified puns, green roof details, not knowing what we don't know, continuing education and building product selection, educating (and selling!) design concepts and building products to clients with the right information for them to make informed decisions, bad alliances and throwing teammates under the bus, and more.

In this episode we’re talking about corporate-sponsored productivity-enhancing drugs. Cormac jumps back on the wagon after an 8-month hiatus so we discuss our favorite morning ritual.

Links

Aeropress Go (Amazon)

Chemex Classic (Amazon)

Mr. Coffee 12-cup Coffee Maker (Amazon)

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Twinmotion

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