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The Anti-Architect

Christian Giordano
Architecture
Sustainability
Construction
Workplace Strategy
New York City
Furniture Industry
Rockefeller Group
Fly-Csi
Technology
Architects
Adaptive Reuse
Fort Monmouth
Engineering
Healthcare
Innovation
Artificial Intelligence
Structural Engineering
DIRTT Environmental Solutions
Office Interiors
Millerknoll

Welcome to The Anti-Architect Podcast. I’m your host Christian Giordano. As the president and owner of design firm Mancini Duffy, I’m driven by a quest for learning and radically changing the industry through tech-first innovation. With this podcast, I’m hoping to improve the industry that I’m so passionate about by taking a critical look at how architects work with their clients and, in turn, how... more

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Sean DeDeyn, co-founder of The Axel Group, a full-service staffing and recruiting firm for the AEC industry. Christian and Sean discuss his “Anything but Typical” approach to finding the right talent for the ... more

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Recent Guests

Louis Koehl
Director of Sustainability Design at Handel Architects
Handel Architects
Episode: Episode 74: Louis Koehl of Handel Architects
Sean DeDeyn
Co-founder of The Axel Group, a full-service staffing and recruiting firm specializing in the AEC industry
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Episode: Episode 73: Sean DeDeyn of The Axel Group
Jonathan Schultz
Co-founder and managing principal of Onyx Equities
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Episode: Episode 72: Jonathan Schultz of Onyx Equities
Denise Young
Business development manager at Turner Construction Company and founder of Young BD Group
Turner Construction Company
Episode: Episode 71: Denise Young of Turner Construction Company & Young BD Group
Mike Fox
Founder and president of Fox Building Group
Fox Building Group
Episode: Episode 70: Michael Fox of Fox Building Group
Brian Tolman
An award-winning architect and designer, and co-founder of Origin.
Origin
Episode: Episode 69: Brian Tolman of Origin
Kristina Reynolds
Founder of Fly-CSI and behavioral psychologist, with a strong focus on workplace strategy.
Fly-CSI
Episode: Episode 68: Kristina Reynolds of Fly-CSI
Ryan Anderson
Vice President of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll
MillerKnoll
Episode: Episode 67: Ryan Anderson of MillerKnoll
Michael Leondi
Vice President of Design & Construction for Development at Rockefeller Group, with over 25 years in commercial real estate and construction.
Rockefeller Group
Episode: Episode 66: Michael Leondi of Rockefeller Group

Host

Christian Giordano
Host of discussions focused on critical insights within the architecture and AEC industries, exploring innovation, client relationships, and effective practices.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Best Architecture Pod!!

    Christian’s take on how to propel the architecture and design industry is awesome! He has top-tier guests and I enjoy their insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lauren Genest
    United States3 years ago
  • Fun dialogue

    Great conversation with Christian and Jean!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SSHGriffin
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing material

    Christian is peeling the onion back !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    akjeizam
    United States5 years ago

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Episode 74: Louis Koehl of Handel Architects
Q: Can you explain embodied carbon and how it is relevant to our projects?
Embodied carbon represents the carbon emissions associated with a building's materials from production to installation, emphasizing the need to be mindful of these choices early in the design process.
Episode 74: Louis Koehl of Handel Architects
Q: How do regulations in different cities impact sustainable design practices?
While some regulations can make projects more complex, they ultimately help by pushing for sustainability improvements that are necessary for future emissions targets.
Episode 74: Louis Koehl of Handel Architects
Q: What are the main challenges architects face in implementing real, meaningful, sustainable design?
Challenges include the misconception that sustainable design is an additional expense, rather than a core aspect of improved functionality and community benefit.
Episode 69: Brian Tolman of Origin
Q: How do you balance when a client comes and says, this is what I want, but you don't see it that way?
The approach is to first show the client exactly what they asked for, which builds credibility, and then propose alternatives that could be more beneficial.
Episode 69: Brian Tolman of Origin
Q: Where does the intensity come from and how has it shaped your approach in leading your projects and your teams?
The intensity comes from a fight for quality and a search for excellence, with a constant desire to find better solutions.

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