The Second Studio Design and Architecture Show
The Second Studio is an explicit podcast about design, architecture, and the everyday. Hosted by Architects David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet, the show covers a wide array of subjects with humor and honesty and features a variety of creative professionals in unscripted and more personal conversations.
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#391 - How to Get Into The Flow State of Designing Architecture
04/23/2024
#391 - How to Get Into The Flow State of Designing Architecture
This week David and Marina of discuss getting into the ‘flow state’ while designing. The two cover strategies for focusing, learning architecture, music, the working environment, architecture school, and more. This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#390 - Lupe Monroy, Founder of Gozo Spaces
04/16/2024
#390 - Lupe Monroy, Founder of Gozo Spaces
This week David and Marina of are joined by Landscape Designer Lupe Monroe, Principal of to discuss her background; the landscape architecture profession; starting her practice; design-build landscape architecture companies; client collaboration; working with other professionals; different project types; and more. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#389 - After Hours: David Brodie, Questioning Architecture, and EV's
04/09/2024
#389 - After Hours: David Brodie, Questioning Architecture, and EV's
This week David and Marina have a casual conversation about David Brodie, questioning architecture, and what it's like to own an electric vehicle. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#388 - Alejandro Zaera-Polo, Founder of AZPML
04/03/2024
#388 - Alejandro Zaera-Polo, Founder of AZPML
This week David and Marina of are joined by Architect and Scholar Alejandro Zaera-Polo, Founder of Alejandro Zaera-Polo & Maider Llaguno Architecture to discuss his background; studying architecture; working at OMA; starting his own practice; winning the Yokohama Terminal Project; teaching; his time at Princeton University; contemporary academia; and more. This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#387 - Pros and Cons of Working for Small and Large Architecture Offices
03/26/2024
#387 - Pros and Cons of Working for Small and Large Architecture Offices
This week David and Marina of discuss the benefits and negatives of working for small and large architecture offices as a young professional. The two share their own experiences and cover why working at different-sized offices can be beneficial. This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#386 - Grant Bowen, CEO & Founder of Peak Projects an Owner's Representative Company
03/19/2024
#386 - Grant Bowen, CEO & Founder of Peak Projects an Owner's Representative Company
This week David and Marina of are joined by CEO & Founder of , Grant Bowen, to discuss how clients can have a successful project, Grant’s background; the role of an owner’s representative throughout design and construction; working with clients and different professionals; construction costs; fees; different project types; and more. This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#385 - After Hours: The Architecture of Las Vegas and The International Builders' Show
03/12/2024
#385 - After Hours: The Architecture of Las Vegas and The International Builders' Show
This week David and Marina have a casual conversation about the the architecture of Las Vegas, facsimiles, branded architecture, fantasy architecture, the International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, and the challenges of working with vendors. This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#384 - Jason Somers, Founder of Discovolante Development and Crest Real Estate
03/05/2024
#384 - Jason Somers, Founder of Discovolante Development and Crest Real Estate
This week David and Marina of are joined by Jason Somers, Founder of Discovolante Development and President and Founder of to discuss the story behind the Californication house and its features; process of developing houses; working with architects; the Los Angeles architecture and development world; finding the right clients for projects; breaking down documentation and contractor fees; and more. This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#383 - Program: The Boring Secret to Great Architecture
02/27/2024
#383 - Program: The Boring Secret to Great Architecture
This week David and Marina of discuss architecture program. The two cover what program in architecture means, why it is important, how it is developed and implemented, and examples of leveraging program for creative design. This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#382 - Roderick Bates, Director of Corporate Development at Chaos Group
02/20/2024
#382 - Roderick Bates, Director of Corporate Development at Chaos Group
This week David and Marina of are joined by Roderick Bates, Director of Corporate Development at Chaos Group to discuss his background working in the architecture industry; different use cases for visualization software; A.I., and upcoming features; “The Future of Architectural Visualization” report; and more. This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#381 - Aidan Anderson, Founder and Director of The Local Project
02/13/2024
#381 - Aidan Anderson, Founder and Director of The Local Project
This week David and Marina of are joined by Aidan Anderson, Founder and Director of to discuss how The Local Project started, growing the company, video and print publications, architecture in the media, Aidan’s background, and more. Follow and on Instagram This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#380 - Being an Optimistic Architect
02/06/2024
#380 - Being an Optimistic Architect
This week David and Marina of discuss whether or not architects are optimists. Many claim to be, but are they? The two cover in what ways architects are optimists, when architects are pessimists, how to be an optimist and how it impacts one’s work, being a realist, and more. ORDER YOUR STICKERS HERE: This episode is supported by • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#379 - Designing a Home as a Narrative
01/30/2024
#379 - Designing a Home as a Narrative
This week David and Marina of discuss one of their approaches to designing homes which is creating a narrative. The two cover why they work this way, the parallels between film scenes and sets and architectural spaces, sequences and processions, creating key moments in a home, establishing coherency, dynamism, and emotion. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#378 - Tami Pardee, Founder and CEO of Pardee Properties
01/23/2024
#378 - Tami Pardee, Founder and CEO of Pardee Properties
This week David and Marina of are joined by Tami Pardee, Founder and CEO of to share her story about becoming a real estate agent, starting her own brokerage, selling and buying homes, common living patterns, her , and more. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#377 - After Hours: Computer failures, hiring local professionals, and is Marina an introvert?
01/16/2024
#377 - After Hours: Computer failures, hiring local professionals, and is Marina an introvert?
This week David and Marina have a casual chat about computer malfunctions, customer service, the myth of local professionals, and being introverted. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#376 - Michael Kimmelman, Architecture Critic of The New York Times
01/09/2024
#376 - Michael Kimmelman, Architecture Critic of The New York Times
This week David and Marina of are joined by architecture critic of The New York Times, Michael Kimmelman, to discuss his background; the role of a critic; New York City; the evolution of the profession; the housing crisis; social housing; the value of architecture; and more! Check out Michael's latest book: This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#375 - Tips for Small Projects and Tight Budgets
01/02/2024
#375 - Tips for Small Projects and Tight Budgets
This week David and Marina of share advice and tips for clients with a project that is small and/or has a tight budget. The two discuss the things to look out for when hiring an architect/designer, a contractor, and engineer; material and design constraints; client involvement; workflows; and more. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#374 - Robert Yuen, CEO of Monograph
12/26/2023
#374 - Robert Yuen, CEO of Monograph
This week David and Marina of are joined by Robert Yuen, Co-founder and CEO of Monograph to discuss Monograph; the business of architecture; billing cycles; talking about money in the profession; his perspective on the industry; and more! This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#373 - Architecture Presentation Mistakes to Avoid
12/19/2023
#373 - Architecture Presentation Mistakes to Avoid
This week David and Marina of discuss common mistakes students make when giving architecture presentations. The two cover graphics, documenting ideas, physical models, overselling, inviting collaboration, site analysis, receiving feedback, ending a presentation, and more. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#372 - Simon James, Partner at Wylan James Development
12/12/2023
#372 - Simon James, Partner at Wylan James Development
This week David and Marina of are joined by Simon James, Partner at to discuss his background; interning at Smashbox; becoming a creative director; building their cosmetics line; leading a large team; transitioning into architecture, design and development; first projects; the importance of budget; reflecting on his career; and more. This episode is supported by • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#371 - 5 Things to Know Before Building a Home or Hiring an Architect
12/06/2023
#371 - 5 Things to Know Before Building a Home or Hiring an Architect
This week David and Marina of discuss 5 things clients should know before starting a new home or remodel project: Start by starting Determine why you are doing the project Do not rely on luck for success Be efficient without shortcutting the process Communicate with your partner. This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#370 - After Hours: Tahoe Lighthus + The Value of Architecture
11/28/2023
#370 - After Hours: Tahoe Lighthus + The Value of Architecture
This week David and Marina of discuss their stay at the Lighthus, a vacation rental home designed by 's William Liow, AIA. The two cover the design of the home, the value of architecture, communicating to clients, what architects do, and more. Book the Lighthus here: This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#369 - Jai Kumaran, Founding Partner, West of West
11/21/2023
#369 - Jai Kumaran, Founding Partner, West of West
This week David and Marina of are joined by Architect Jai Kumaran, founding partner of to discuss his background; the influence his father’s work had on his career; attending architecture school; why he pursued a master’s degree; starting and growing an office; exploring project types; branding in architecture; and more! This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#368 - Holly Hollenbeck, Founder and Principal Designer of HSH Interiors
11/14/2023
#368 - Holly Hollenbeck, Founder and Principal Designer of HSH Interiors
This week David and Marina of are joined by founder and principal designer of , Holly Hollenbeck, to discuss her story of becoming a designer, starting an office, her design process, interior design, working with clients; collaborating with architects, and more. This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#367 - After Hours: Roadtripping Through the Southwest
11/07/2023
#367 - After Hours: Roadtripping Through the Southwest
This week David and Marina of have a casual conversation about their roadtrip through the southwest of the United States. Yes, we already did a recording about the architecture. This is one is the b-side. We cover the other things that happened. The trip lasted two weeks with each night spent in a different hotel. Destinations included New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, Taos Pueblo in New Mexico, Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West, and Joshua Tree and Palm Springs in California. Photos here: www.famearchitects.com/blog This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#366 - Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, Partner at Forge
10/31/2023
#366 - Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, Partner at Forge
This week David and Marina of are joined by Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, Partner at , A NYC based agency that works with growing e-commerce businesses to craft their brand, design, and user experience. Ashwinn talks about his background; studying finance at university; pivoting to design; the processes behind creating a successful brand; working with clients; the story behind starting his own social media content; one of his favorite brands; and more. This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#365 - The Best Way To Hire A Contractor: Pre-Construction and Other Methods
10/24/2023
#365 - The Best Way To Hire A Contractor: Pre-Construction and Other Methods
This week David and Marina of discuss four different ways and times clients can hire a contractor: Negotiated Agreement, Competitive Bidding, Design Build, and Pre-Construction. The two cover the benefits and negatives of each, their preferred method, the processes involved, the role of the architect throughout, controlling project costs, and more. This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#364 - Mark Bullivant, Principal of SAOTA
10/17/2023
#364 - Mark Bullivant, Principal of SAOTA
This week David and Marina of are joined by Architect Mark Bullivant, Principal of to discuss his background; attending architecture school in South Africa; working on projects across continents; the differing roles of contractors in different areas of the work; their collaborative approach; leadership and management of a large office; the various types of projects they work on; and more! This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#363 - Local Architecture & Natural Landscapes - Roadtripping Through The Southwest
10/10/2023
#363 - Local Architecture & Natural Landscapes - Roadtripping Through The Southwest
This week David and Marina of talk about their recent road trip through the southwest region of the United States. The two cover the value of local architecture, adobe buildings, the role nature has in cities, designing experiences, how architecture can co-exist with the natural landscape, craftsmanship, and more. The trip lasted two weeks with each night spent in a different hotel. Destinations included New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, Taos Pueblo in New Mexico, Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West, and Joshua Tree and Palm Springs in California. Photos here: www.famearchitects.com/blog This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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#362 - Lyndon Neri and Rossana Hu, founding partners of Neri&Hu Design and Research Office
10/03/2023
#362 - Lyndon Neri and Rossana Hu, founding partners of Neri&Hu Design and Research Office
This week Architects Lyndon Neri and Rossana Hu, founding partners of join David and Marina of to discuss their upbringing; moving to the United States in their youth; meeting at Berkeley; studying and teaching Architecture; moving to China; starting their office together; running a multi-disciplinary office; their philosophy; and more. This episode is supported by • • • • • SUBSCRIBE • • • CONNECT • • • • • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • : Interviews with industry leaders. • : Informative talks for clients. • : Tips for designers. • : Casual conversations about everyday life. • : Reviews of creative projects and buildings.
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