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Practice Disrupted by Practice of Architecture

Evelyn Lee
Architecture
Architectural Practice
Sustainability
Artificial Intelligence
Community Engagement
Mentorship
Entrepreneurship
Women In Architecture
Architectural Education
Affordable Housing
AI In Architecture
Community Building
Innovation
Architecture Practice
Work-Life Balance
Climate Change
Technology
Employee Wellness
Organizational Culture
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The evolution of architectural practice has been relatively slow towards change, yet modern shifts in business and design management have prompted today's leading architects to rethink how they work. On Practice Disrupted, Evelyn Lee, FAIA, NOMA, an architect, angel investor, fractional COO, and Founder of Practice of Architecture, sets out to illuminate the future of the profession to help archit... more

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Latest Episodes

How can sharing personal narratives empower the LGBTQIA+ community to hold the line and design a more equitable future for architecture?

In this special episode of Practice Disrupted, the format shifts as host Evelyn Lee steps back to listen, handin... more

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Can the rigorous, systematic process of architectural design be the secret ingredient to disrupting the fashion industry?

In this episode of Practice Disrupted, Evelyn Lee sits down with Aidan Turner, the founder of The Garment Architect. Aidan, who... more

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How can the AEC industry turn 41 million tons of annual wood waste into a circular economy powerhouse?

In this episode of Practice Disrupted, Evelyn Lee ventures into the construction and manufacturing side of the built environment to speak with Tod... more

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How can architects transition from being passive users of technology to the master builders leading the next wave of industry innovation?

In this episode of Practice Disrupted, Evelyn Lee sits down with German Aparicio, a licensed architect who oper... more

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Recent Guests

Aidan Turner
Founder of The Garment Architect
The Garment Architect
Episode: 236: The Blueprint of Apparel: Applying Architectural Thinking to Fashion
Todd Thomas
Founder and CEO of Woodchuck
Woodchuck
Episode: 235: From Trash to Power: Diverting Construction Waste at Industrial Scale
Harman Aparicio
Builder, former Gehry Technologies/G-Team veteran, now at Trimble Ventures
Trimble Ventures
Episode: 234: Build the Future You Want: A Builder's Path with German Aparicio
Shelby Morris
Managing Director of Gensler's Atlanta office
Gensler
Episode: 233: Methods and Mindsets: Navigating Practice Transformation in a Shifting Market
Emily Schickner
Principal at Harrison Design, firm's first female principal
Harrison Design
Episode: 233: Methods and Mindsets: Navigating Practice Transformation in a Shifting Market
Amanda Schneider
Founder and President of ThinkLab, a market research company focused on the built environment
ThinkLab
Episode: 231: Work for What's Next: ThinkLab's Amanda Schneider on the 10 Shifts Reshaping Practice
Sarah Vaccaro
Principal at Architects FORA
Architects FORA
Episode: 230: Claiming the Room: How FORA Built a Business Architects Kept Walking Past
Leah Bayer
President at Architects FORA
Architects FORA
Episode: 230: Claiming the Room: How FORA Built a Business Architects Kept Walking Past
Kate Conley
Principal at Architects FORA
Architects FORA
Episode: 230: Claiming the Room: How FORA Built a Business Architects Kept Walking Past

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Excellent Inspiration

    I discovered this podcast while looking for interviews with Pascal Sablan. This episode did not disappoint and I’m excited to listen to all other episodes. I am a furniture maker who finds great inspiration in architecture. This is the podcast I have been looking for!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kwadwo89
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you for your amazing content!

    As a practicing culture consultant, and someone also in service of leaders in the architecture and design space, I so appreciate all the insight and wisdom you have to share! I especially love your focus on equity and mental health. Thanks for all of the work you share!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S. Hughes_Enlivened
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast!

    As a female architect, I love hearing from two accomplished women in the field. I love learning about all the advancements in architecture and the business side as well. Great podcast to learn about the profession and new ideas in it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emma J. Greenberg
    United States4 years ago
  • Something I've been searching for awhile!

    Thank you for creating this podcast! I've been searching for podcasts around architecture and design for awhile and thinking about starting one too! So glad found this! Absolutely love it and very inspiring!!! Thank you!!! ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qweihv
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic and insightful

    Fantastic and insightful podcast that looks at the practice in a different way - something that is desperately needed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blake Rhinehart
    United States5 years ago

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Valued for real-world business and scaling guidance in AECO
Broadly praised for practical, leadership-focused take on architecture
Noted for equity and mental health emphasis in discussions

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#162
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#238
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#12
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Talking Points

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235: From Trash to Power: Diverting Construction Waste at Industrial Scale
Q: How does the technology actually handle material streams on a site?
Woodchuck uses multiple labeled containers for wood, cardboard, plastic, and metal, with a camera and AI to ensure each bin contains the correct material, enabling immediate notification of misplacements and ensuring end-to-end traceability from site to recycler or energy facility.
235: From Trash to Power: Diverting Construction Waste at Industrial Scale
Q: Where is Woodchuck operating right now?
Woodchuck currently operates in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky, with the flexibility to scale to larger data center or mega-projects anywhere in the US, and the ability to serve smaller local clients where they have a presence.
234: Build the Future You Want: A Builder's Path with German Aparicio
Q: Do you want to talk about the type of support you're offering startups through 0 to 60? Which companies have gone through it?
The program is equity-free for now, offering mentorship, access to customers, go-to-market help, and technical integration support; it has worked with multiple startups and expanded from a regional focus to a global community.
233: Methods and Mindsets: Navigating Practice Transformation in a Shifting Market
Q: For emerging professionals, what is one thing they can do right now to become indispensable in their firm?
Be adaptable and communicate effectively; say yes to opportunities that broaden experience, and build relationships across teams to demonstrate value beyond a single technical skill.
224: The Architecture of Systems: Building a Self-Running Firm
Q: What did you learn about traditional practice that made you decide to build Flow the way you did?
He describes frustration with lack of visibility into firm finances, never knowing when a project was done, and the inefficiencies that led to creating structured processes, pricing, and an aspirational culture of belonging.

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Practices disrupted by architectural leadership, business transformation, and technology are frequent discussion threads. Episodes feature architects-turned-entrepreneurs, firm leaders, and practitioners exploring new models for value creation, collaboration, and delivery—ranging from digital practice, AI-enabled workflows, to community engagement and innovative branding. Noteworthy angles include how startups and accelerators intersect AECO, the shift toward people-centric leadership, and practical frameworks for scaling firms while maintaining design excellence. Listeners likely gain actionable strategies for modernizing practice, attracting talent, and building sustainable, value-driven business models in architecture and design.

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