The Facade Pod

Join Mitch and Matt as they talk with SGA Architecture's Walker Shanklin and Scott Barnholt about a brand new project SGA just designed that incorporated tons of different concepts- this job was LEED Gold, Net Zero, had historical requirements, and very high energy standards. Walker and Scott also discussed how much importance design assist has in a project with this amount of complexity. You don't want to miss this one!

Join Mitch and Matt as they discuss sustainability in the built environment with Max Wolf and Cameron Scripture. Max is a Built Environment Innovation Scientist with SOM, and Cameron is a leader of sustainability efforts at Viracon. This was a fascinating discussion around how architects design with sustainability in mind, how EPDs are formed, and why this matter to those in the construction world.

In the season 5 premier, Matt and Mitch interview Bill Sullivan of Brin Glass. Bill is full of industry knowledge and has a long, successful career in glass. Tune in to hear his story, followed by his thoughts on the glass and glazing world as we know it. 

On this episode, Matt and Mitch do a deep dive with Tim Allen, President of Allied Equipment Services- https://www.alliedequipmentservices.com/. These 3 had an awesome conversation talking about Tim's background in the United States military, how he started AES, what they're doing now, and significance of the Veteran Owned Business status for businesses across the country. Awesome episode- enjoy!

In today's episode, Matt and Mitch talk with Jack Paal, Viracon's architectural design consultant in San Fransisco. Jack gave us great insight in how to build relationships with architects and customers, as well as helping us cover a very popular glass product, thermoplastic spacers. A very fun episode!

On this episode, Matt and Mitch speak with Jessi Mages and Ryan Hoffman. Jessi and Ryan are experts on electrochromic glass, specifically Viracon's electrochromic glass with Halio. The discussion today revolves around what is electrochromic glass, how Halio separates itself from others on the market, and how glazing subcontractors should prepare to use it on projects. 

Join Matt and Mitch as they discuss increasingly complex glass makeups with 2 members of Viracon's architectural design team, Marni and Jennifer! These two work on projects all over the country, and see more and more complex glass makeups in specifications and projects. 

Join Matt and Mitch as they have a wide ranging discussion about all types of bird friendly glass with Adrian Lowenstein of Skyline Windows!

On today's episode, your hosts Matt and Mitch break down all the episodes from Season 3. They also give some life updates and share what their goals are for the upcoming Season 4. 

Your favorite cohosts have a great interview today with Zach and Felix, two dynamic leaders at JR Butler in Englewood CO. These 4 discuss the history of JRB, leadership, culture, a little bit of bourbon, and much more.