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Life of an Architect

Bob Borson and Andrew Hawkins
Architecture
Architectural Drawings
Holiday Gifts
Architecture Business
Inspiration
Meetings
Moonlighting
Networking
Work-Life Balance
Drawing
Gift Guides
Burnout
Creativity
Cocktail Making
Architectural Drawing Techniques
Business Plans
Architectural Design
Architectural Education
Home Decor
Delegated Design

A gifted storyteller communicating the role and value of architecture to a new audience, host Bob Borson uses the experiences acquired over a 25-year career to inform his podcast. A small firm owner, architect, and college design instructor, co-host Andrew Hawkins brings his insight from his 20 years in various roles within the profession. It responds to the public curiosity and common misundersta... more

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Every rule was made to be broken, except in architecture, where even the act of breaking rules seems to come with its own set of rules. Modernism promised liberation from the past, but it quickly wrote its own commandments into the story—flat roofs, ... more

It’s one thing to be busy and another to be productive – and most of us are far better at the first than the second. The reality is that architects live in a world of deadlines, meetings, and endless to-do lists, but somehow there’s always time to ch... more

The Architect as Brand explores how personal reputation and firm identity collide, coexist, and shape modern architectural practice.

Architectural career tips meet life lessons in a conversation about balancing professional success with being a genuinely good person. This is Tips for being an Architect and a Good Person.

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Recent Guests

Pat Baker
Brings hands-on experience and technical expertise from skilled trades and architectural product development
Construction Specialties
Episode: Ep 185: Procrastination – Today’s Problem Tomorrow
Serbi Godgi
Business Development Manager at Construction Specialties
Construction Specialties
Episode: Ep 183: Tips for being an Architect AND a Good Person
Alexander Bostwick
Product specialist for architectural product solutions at Construction Specialties
Construction Specialties
Episode: Ep 179: Is Half the Story Enough?
Daniel Istrate
Licensed architect and co-founder of Kontexture, a Phoenix-based architecture firm
Kontexture
Episode: Ep 177: Hanging Out Your Shingle
Frank Probst
CEO and President of Construction Specialties
Construction Specialties
Episode: Ep 170: Architecture School versus the Real World
Construction Specialties
Manufacturer of architectural building products
Episode: Ep 170: Architecture School versus the Real World
Gabriel Blasi
Director, Engineered Product Solutions at Construction Specialties
Construction Specialties
Episode: Ep 164: Holiday Gift Guide for Architects
Mike Dillon
Business Development Manager, Interior Product Solutions
Construction Specialties
Episode: Ep 160: Determining Value
Ken Holler
Architectural representative for the Northeast US region for Peterson
Peterson
Episode: Ep 159: Ask the Show Fall 2024

Hosts

Bob Borson
A gifted storyteller and small firm owner with over 25 years of experience in architecture. He shares personal narratives that help demystify the profession.
Andrew Hawkins
Co-host with over 20 years of experience in various roles within architecture, bringing a unique perspective to the show.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 703 ratings
  • Love the show

    Amazing show. Watch every show that is posted.

    I would appreciate a show on the different types/degrees in architecture e.g. architectural engineering, architecture, interior design etc.

    I am aware that it may not be possible but it is just a suggestion! 🤩💪

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #<EC>#
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A lot of fun

    As a mid fifties architect and principal in a small firm this podcast has been very fun and thought provoking. Id never heard of Bob or the show before he came to my local Aia meeting for a presentation and I’ve been hooked ever since. My wife really enjoys some of the shows I’ve shared with her even though she is in the tech industry because some of the ideas of the work, process and life are very similar.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    banjo&fiddle
    United States2 years ago
  • I can’t stop listening

    I’m so glad I bumped into this podcast as an architecture student. I absolutely love the content, so informative and really motivates me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mathaleaphatela
    South Africa3 years ago
  • Modivated to continue

    2 years ago I was losing motivation toward my skill in designing and thought about doing something different til I stumbled upon this podcast I checked mr bob’s work on IG and since then I started to follow him and listen to his podcast’s, great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonny Texan
    United States3 years ago
  • Keeping up as a small studio

    I’m a sole proprietor working in residential. This podcasts keeps life fresh and me up to date with ongoings in the industry.

    It allows me to check in on aspects I don’t often get to work with and has given me no perspective in the areas I do.

    This is such a great tool for anyone in the industry and entertaining. Keep up the great work!

    Jonathon Vinet

    www.jdeisgnstudio.ca

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jats101
    Canada4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast is praised for its relatability and approachability for both professionals and laypersons interested in architecture.
Listeners appreciate the informative yet entertaining style of the hosts, who balance humor with practical insights.
There are requests for more diverse topics, reflecting the audience's thirst for a broader understanding of the profession.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#33
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#200
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#56
Italy/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#108
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#8
Hong Kong/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 177: Hanging Out Your Shingle
Q: What keeps you up at night?
The anxiety over potential economic downturns and the pressure of ensuring a steady flow of work keeps them awake.
Ep 177: Hanging Out Your Shingle
Q: Did you have a safety net in place, whether it be money that you saved up for this purpose or you had a certain number of projects?
Their safety net was their wives' incomes while they leveraged an existing client base when starting, allowing them to have a cushion.
Ep 177: Hanging Out Your Shingle
Q: So what pushed you to go from, I got a job working with this group of people, this firm, to go doing your own thing?
The combination of working late hours for someone else and fulfilling your own creative vision pushed them towards starting their own firm.
Ep 166: 2024 Yearapalooza
Q: Does anyone actually care about the hypothetical questions we ask?
Some people do comment on their choices, but it appears many listeners tune out during that segment, suggesting a need to evaluate its relevance.
Ep 164: Holiday Gift Guide for Architects
Q: If you could only hear one voice for the rest of your life from the mouth of all people, whose voice would you choose?
Bob chose Julie Andrews, while Andrew contemplated between James Earl Jones and Morgan Freeman.

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2. Serbi Godgi
3. Alexander Bostwick
4. Daniel Istrate
5. Frank Probst
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7. Gabriel Blasi
8. Mike Dillon

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