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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

Why does the architecture profession’s investment in human capital development still lag so far behind its investment in technology and tools?

In this episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee is joined by Laura Weiss, an architect who stepped ... more

If workplace culture is failing, are we brave enough to use Gen Z as the prototype for what comes next?

In this episode of Practice Disrupted, Amanda Schneider, the founder and president of ThinkLab, joins host Evelyn Lee to discuss her transition f... more

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How much of what architects claim they value actually shows up in how they practice, especially when it comes to community engagement?

In this episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee is joined by the leadership team from Architects Fora: Leah... more

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What happens when an architect’s greatest professional success is making themselves completely irrelevant to their own firm?

In this episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee is joined by William H Dodge, founder and design principal at p-u-b-l... more

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Recent Guests

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
Nicole Little
Community Engagement Lead at FORA
Architects FORA / Engage Fora
Episode: 230: Claiming the Room: How FORA Built a Business Architects Kept Walking Past
William Dodge
Founder and design principal at Public; co-founder of Public Art Practice; on-contract senior partner to firms worldwide
Public; Public Art Practice
Episode: 229: Amortizing Your Value: A New Model for How Architects Add Value
Larry Fabbroni
Architect, strategist, MBA graduate, CIO of Practice of Architecture
Practice of Architecture
Episode: 228: Architecture, Innovation, and What the Built Environment Needs to Learn
Melvin Williams III
Digital Practice Leader at HKS; former Microdesk consultant and advocate for digital transformation in AECO
HKS; Microdesk
Episode: 227: Beyond the Tools: What It Actually Takes to Build a Digital Practice
Larry Sass
Professor of Architecture at MIT, leader of the Design Fabrication Group
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Episode: 226: From the Inside Out: Larry Sass on Digital Fabrication, AI, and Architecture's Next Chapter

Hosts

Evelyn Lee
Host and thought leader in sustainable architecture, an architect and fractional COO with extensive experience in the industry, focusing on the evolving practices of architecture.
Je'Nen Chastain
Co-host and strategic consultant in architecture, with attention to issues of equity and community within architectural practices.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 76 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 States7 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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Feedback highlights the strong insights shared by guests, particularly those addressing issues of equity and sustainability in architecture.
The podcast has been recognized for providing inspiration and guidance for both established professionals and newcomers in the architecture field.
Listeners appreciate the show's focus on innovation and evolving practices in architecture, emphasizing its relevance to their professional lives.

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

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#145
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#145
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#171
Italy/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#4
United Arab Emirates/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#28
United Arab Emirates/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#54
Japan/Arts/Design

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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.
224: The Architecture of Systems: Building a Self-Running Firm
Q: But before we jump directly into that, why don't we back up from the beginning and learn why you were interested in becoming an architect in the first place?
The guest explains architecture found him in the Dominican Republic, how his path evolved through immigration, and how early exposures shaped his passion for design and the idea of building systems to support a sustainable practice.
223: Architect, And: Joann Lui on Matcha, Marketing, and the Portfolio Career
Q: What advice would you give to architects who want to start something outside traditional architecture?
Joann suggests testing ideas through feedback and real-world application rather than keeping them in your head.
223: Architect, And: Joann Lui on Matcha, Marketing, and the Portfolio Career
Q: What is a work-life balance?
Joann believes there is no work-life balance, as she loves what she does, which keeps her from feeling burnt out.
222: Telling Architecture's Story Differently
Q: How can architecture firms support their professionals in being visible on social media?
Evelyn emphasizes the importance of firm leaders trusting their staff to speak and share narratives authentically.

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Focusing on the transformative landscape of architectural practice, content draws attention to how modern challenges and cultural shifts influence the industry. Topics frequently touch on the intersection of technology, sustainability, equity, and the evolving roles of architects, emphasizing the necessity for firms to adapt in order to thrive. Through conversations with prominent figures in architecture, the program highlights innovative practices and strategies that redefine traditional notions of architectural work. The show stands out for its commitment to exploring not just design and aesthetics, but also the business and social implications of architecture, making it a valuable resource for both industry professionals and aspiring gra... more

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