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A long-form podcast hosted by Jonathan Jacobs dedicated to the careers and lives of the individuals shaping the built environment.

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Jorge Eckstein is a Buenos Aires-born chemical engineer and entrepreneur whose unlikely second act has become one of Argentina's most celebrated acts of cultural preservation. Raised in Buenos Aires by Hungarian immigrant parents, he built a successf... more

Monica Adair and Stephen Kopp are the founding partners of Acre Architects, an architectural practice with offices in Saint John, New Brunswick, and Halifax, Nova Scotia. Raised in the prairie town of Morden, Manitoba, Stephen developed an early pass... more

Gelanaz Hemati is a Toronto interior designer and founder of Gelanaz and Associates. Raised in Tehran, Iran, as the youngest of three siblings, her interest in construction was sparked by her businessman father, who built the family home and cottage.... more

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Established in 1961 as Webb Zerafa Menkès Housden, WZMH Architects is synonymous with the Canadian built environment and recognized as the architect of record for the iconic CN Tower. Originally defined by towering office developments, the firm diver... more

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Recent Guests

Gelanaz Hemati
Interior designer and architect, founder of Gelanaz and Associates
Gelanaz and Associates
Episode: Issued For Construction ID: Gelanaz Hemati - Gelanaz & Associates
Zenon Radewych
Architect at WZMH Architects; principal interviewee
WZMH Architects
Episode: Issued For Construction AD: Moran Olsha, Supreet Barhay, & Zenon Radewych - WZMH Architects
Supreet Barhay
Architect at WZMH Architects; leadership figure
WZMH Architects
Episode: Issued For Construction AD: Moran Olsha, Supreet Barhay, & Zenon Radewych - WZMH Architects
Moran Olsha
Architect at WZMH Architects; storyteller of career path
WZMH Architects
Episode: Issued For Construction AD: Moran Olsha, Supreet Barhay, & Zenon Radewych - WZMH Architects
François Roupinian
Lighting designer, owner of Lightemotion
Lightemotion
Episode: Issued For Construction ID: François Roupinian - Lightemotion
Alex Bozikovic
Architecture critic and writer for The Globe and Mail
The Globe and Mail
Episode: Issued For Construction AD: Alex Bozikovic - The Globe and Mail
Jake Oliveira
Designer, founder of Jake Oliveira Studio
Jake Oliveira Studio
Episode: Issued For Construction ID: Jake Oliveira - Jake Oliveira Studio
Zoë Coombes
Executive and Creative Director of The Neptis Foundation
The Neptis Foundation
Episode: Issued For Construction AD: Zoë Coombes - The Neptis Foundation
Uarda Kalezi
Founder, Studio Kalezi
Studio Kalezi
Episode: Issued For Construction ID: Uarda Kellezi - Studio Kellezi

Host

Jonathan Jacobs
Host of discussions focusing on the journeys of design professionals, sharing insights into their practices and experiences in the design field.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Pat Hanson is rad

    Gh3 does such good work, one of the few who truly care Appreciate the humility + dreamer vs brass tacks attitude of Pat Hanson - very grounding, thanks for the episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    magenta781
    Canada5 months ago
  • Love!

    Loved the Shirley Meisels interview, it was so interesting and informative!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pennyelvis1234
    Canadaa year ago
  • Insightful

    Great insight into the work and lives of Architects and Designers. Jonathan has great conversations about people’s success and challenges.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    m7photos
    Canadaa year ago

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Many appreciate the focus on sustainability and collaboration in design, making it relatable to current trends in the industry.
Listeners enjoy the engaging interviews and find them both informative and inspiring.
The conversations provide valuable insights into the personal and professional challenges faced by design professionals.

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Apple Podcasts
#226
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#105
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#224
Switzerland/Arts/Design

Talking Points

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Behind the Build: Shirley Meisels - M House Inc.
Q: What was your biggest challenge early in building your practice?
Initial freelance work was episodic with few repeat clients; she learned to differentiate herself through proactive client management, expanding services, and scaling with reliable supplier partnerships.
Behind the Build: Shirley Meisels - M House Inc.
Q: How did you get your first design opportunities after graduation?
She describes cold-contacting professors, leveraging magazines, and taking on small, hands-on roles that allowed her to build a portfolio and pivot into styling and interior work.
Behind the Build: Shirley Meisels - M House Inc.
Q: What led you into this career?
Shirley explains it started as a second career after fashion design and wardrobe styling, driven by a lifelong creative impulse and opportunities discovered through mentors, colleagues, and hands-on work rather than a straight path.
Issued For Construction ID: François Roupinian - Lightemotion
Q: When did you realize lighting would be your career, and how did you transition from clubs to architecture and museums?
He recalls his teen years experimenting with lamps and club lighting, moving into theatre production after attending Banff and the National Theatre School, and finally shifting into architectural lighting due to the longer project timelines and depth of craft.
Issued For Construction ID: François Roupinian - Lightemotion
Q: Tell us where you were born and a bit about your early life in Montreal.
François describes growing up in Outremont, Montreal, with Armenian heritage on his father's side, early exposure to music and light, and a strong sense of community influence that shaped his later design philosophy.

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A compelling exploration of the design and architecture industries is presented through interviews with seasoned professionals and emerging talents. Guests share their personal journeys, creative philosophies, and insights into the challenges and rewards of their careers in design. Topics frequently discussed include innovative design techniques, sustainable practices, the balance between personal and professional life, and the importance of collaboration within the field. This show uniquely emphasizes the human stories behind architectural and design achievements, making it appealing to listeners interested in the intersection of creativity and technical expertise.

Listeners can expect to gain firsthand knowledge from diverse perspective... more

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2. Zenon Radewych
3. Supreet Barhay
4. Moran Olsha
5. François Roupinian
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