
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 198 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Ep 198: The Creative Process | Why creativity in architecture depends on process, judgment, and knowing which ideas are worth pursuing
Ep197: The Knowledge Gap: As veteran architects retire, the profession risks losing hard-won knowledge, mentorship, and judgment no handbook can replace.
Ep 196: Do Architects Retire explores why architects work longer, what comes next, identity shifts, and how money choices that shape retirement options.
Designing Your Own House explores why architects hesitate to design their own homes: pressure, endless choices, ego vs livability, money, and what it reveals.
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I have been listening and reading the blog for years now. It has been my companion while I was studying and now into my career. An episode every 2 weeks isn’t enough - I am constantly going back to listen to old episodes. The insight gained is unmeasurable! Thank you Bob and Andrew for all your hard work.
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! 🤩💪
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.
I’m so glad I bumped into this podcast as an architecture student. I absolutely love the content, so informative and really motivates me.
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!
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Focusing on the nuances and realities of the architectural profession, this podcast highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by architects in both their personal and professional lives. The engaging conversations cover a broad range of topics such as career development, client relationships, and industry trends, presenting a mix of humor and insightful anecdotes. Through discussions of self-employment, work-life balance, and effective communication, listeners can gain valuable perspectives that demystify architecture while fostering a deeper appreciation of its relevance to everyday life. Additionally, episodes often feature guests from the construction and design industries, expanding the conversation beyond just architecture and provi... more
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