On this episode, we talk about the oldest National Park in the World, Bogd Khan Uul National Park, located just outside of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. We start this episode off with discussing the difference between forest reserves and national parks, then dive into the heavy details of the park and Manzushire Monastery. Including how it was affected during the Stalin purges or Great Purges of the 1930s. All this and more on this weeks episode. Also coming out is a second episode, so make sure to...

This exciting episode is with Kasper Sierslev, author of Win Win House, Moving in House, CCO at Zite, and an overall guru of marketing. He walks us through his design process and introduces and explains his latest books. He also explains why those of us in design should think more about marketing. This is an episode you truly won't want to miss, as he speaks with us from Denmark. His company can be found at: https://zite.agency/ and a free copy of his book for my listeners can be found...

It's Black History Month! We are going to start celebrating Heritage Months on the show, and what better way then to have a year of designers who positively contributed to design. And we are going to get started with Paul Revere Williams, who was not just an amazing architect, but also a philanthropist, trailblazing, and incredible businessman. He has been nicknamed "the Architect to the Stars" for his incredible work for famous Hollywood stars, but really did so much more for design. If...

On this episode, we discuss the Haunted Sagamore Hotel. A hotel that has topped the charts as both one of the Most haunted hotel in America, and most beautiful. We cover its long history, including the variations to the buildings, after the hotel burned down twice. We cover the various key figures in history, the local land, and some of the ghosts that call the property home. If you are interested in visiting, check out: www.TheSagamore.com The architecture is just to die for! The blog...

We are finishing up the New York City Arc with this final episode! In this episode, we go light on the history, and talk about the High Line and Little Island Park in Manhattan. The High Line was developed from an pre-existing railroad, while Little Island had its humble origins from Pier 54, the remains of which can still be seen to this day. If you want to check out either website, the High Line can be found at: https://www.thehighline.org/, Little island: https://littleisland.org/ This is...

This episode is the conclusion of Central Park, where we go through the entire history, construction, and design of the park. We start off discussing the acquisition of land, and dislocation of 1,600 residents from the area now home to the park, talk about Seneca Village, and then go into the design of the park itself. All this and more, on this week's episode. If you want to learn more about the park, visit the Central Park Conservancy's website at https://www.centralparknyc.org, and if...

On this mini-episode, we are focused on introducing some of the key figures behind Central Park, Andrew Jackson Downing, Calvert Vaux, and Frederick Law Olmstead. This episode goes solely into their histories and providing a brief understanding on how they all relate, and came together. This is episode provides the foundation that we are going to be using to when we take a deep into the history on Monday. Andrew Jackson Downing was one of the most pivotal Landscape Architects in America,...

We are kicking off this week with a new episode on Stonehenge! As a break from the New York Arc we have been covering, we take some time to cover this historic monument that has been captivating countless generations. In this episode, we cover the 1500 years of construction, connections between King Arthur, and talk about what is coming next for the monument. We also discuss several of the possible whys. If you want to learn more about the site, please visit:...

Happy New Year! We are kicking off 2024 with Governors Island, an island in the New York City Harbor, that has an extremely long military career, and was recently redeveloped, with exciting new projects to come. The park can be found at https://www.govisland.com/, including ferry information and pricing. The blog is located at architecturecoffeeandink.com which also has the complete link of all my sources, previous episodes, and old blog posts. You can email me at...

On this episode, we are continuing our New York City Arc, by finishing up with the final part on the Statue of Liberty! This episode focuses on Fort Wood, Star Forts, and controversies oh my! Additionally, we dive into the event that closed the torch to the general public, and more. The blog is located at architecturecoffeeandink.com which also has the complete link of all my sources, previous episodes, and old blog posts. You can email me at [email protected], or head over...

Happy Fourth of July! On this episode, we are continuing our New York City Arc, by talking about the Statue of Liberty. We talk about Lady Progress in Egypt, the Suez Canal, and Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi, the sculptor of our Lady Liberty. We then finish up the episode talking about how Pulitzer came to save us all, and just who really funded the statue. The blog is located at architecturecoffeeandink.com which also has the complete link of all my sources, previous episodes, and old blog...

On the start of our three minisodes, we spend this episode cliff noting our way through the history of New York City and briefly introduce the design. From the exploration to the layout, we take the fifteen minutes to get through the bare bones of what we will need to know for tomorrow's and next week's episode. And NYC doesn't disappoint, with three countries battling for ownership. The blog is located at architecturecoffeeandink.com which also has the complete link of all my sources,...

Hello and welcome to another episode! On this week's episode, we will be speaking with Robert Ancill, CEO of The Next Idea Group and TNI Design. During this episode, this Restaurant Consultant will discuss a variety of topics. Including sustainability, restaurant design, things to consider when designing globally, and Mars?! The scope of the work seems to be out of this world, and if you want to find more information on the Next Idea Group and TNI Design, or even check out his blog, you can...

Good Morning! This week we are having a last minute change, and an extra Eerie Arc(h) Episode for the month! In this episode, we are talking about Leap Castle, located in in County Offaly or Contae Uíbh Fhailí, Ireland. Earning the nickname "The Most Haunted Castle in Ireland", we are going to be talk about the architecture, history, and mystery behind the castle.   The blog is located at architecturecoffeeandink.com which also has the complete link of all my sources, previous episodes, and...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode! On this episode, we are going to talk about Swallow's Nest Castle, located on the Crimean Peninsula on the Black Sea. This enchanting castle is located on the top of a cliff, and has been featured in multiple movies. Before talking about this unique history, we will dive briefly into the topic of Neo-Gothic Architecture. Additionally, later this week there will be several other episodes, so please subscribe or follow for more! The blog is...

Hello and welcome to the show! And welcome to all my designers, dreamers, and everyone in-between. If you this is your first episode, or you’ve been with me from the beginning, I am excited to have you here again in 2023. On this kick off of the second season, we start with finishing up the Tunnels pt. 2, focusing on the Shanghai Tunnels of Portland Oregon, or the Portland Underground. Rumored to have been used to smuggle people out of the town and onto the service of ships. Two episodes are...

Hello and welcome to the show! And welcome to all my designers, dreamers, and everyone in-between. If you this is your first episode, or you’ve been with me from the beginning, I am excited to have you here again in 2023. And I am so excited today to be sharing a conversation I had with Doug Shapiro, who many of my listeners might recognize as the host of Imagine a Place Podcast. In addition, Doug is currently Vice President of Research and Insights at OFS, children’s Author, and a recipient...

Happy Halloween! To celebrate one of my favorite times of year, I am focusing on a mini-arc(h) of Eerie Architecture, starting with a general history of  shanghaiing and the Salem Tunnels, in Salem, Massachusetts! This episode covers architecture, ghosts, and murder, and the Washington DC Tunnel Architect. And just what does this murder have to do with the game Clue? Part 2 comes out later this week and focuses entirely on the Shanghai Tunnels.   The blog is located at...

It's time once again for for us to kick back with our sketchbooks and coffee cups, as we Interview Jeff Kutas, Co-Inventor and Founder of MB Sentinel Enterprises, Entrepreneur, and Published Author. On this episode, we talk about his company - which focuses on designing parcel safes and mailboxes. Additionally, he gives advice as a CEO, and tips and tricks for young designers, and those interested in potentially kicking off their own businesses.  The blog is located at...

Hello once again! I am so excited to bring you the next episode of Architecture, Coffee, & Ink! In today's episode, we are going to be talking with Nitin Govila,  who dives into a range of topics, from Tensile Architecture, to Fabrics, to Sustainability, to the Impacts of Acoustics on the Workplace, Mr. Govila shares his knowledge, and gives some great tips to those starting out in the industry. As the current Sr. Vice President-Asia Pacific + MEA, Executive Comex, Driving Transformation...

And we are back! And what a great way to kick off the new phase of Architecture, Coffee, & Ink, then with an interview with Sydney based Charles Alexiou. Mr. Alexiou gets part of his inspiration from the Modernist Movement, which we discuss with the first part of the episode, along with some discussions about the firm he co-founded. Additionally, he also gives some advice, suggestions about finances, and designing for the future. The blog is located at architecturecoffeeandink.com which...

It has been a long time listeners, but here is a quick update and the brief introduction to next weeks hour long topic, Donald Judd, and Marfa, Texas! It is great to finally be graduated! Go Vols! The blog is located at architectureink.design.blog, which also has the complete link of all my sources, previous episodes, and old blog posts posted a few hours after each episode comes out. You can email me at [email protected], or head over to the Insta,...

Hello everyone! On this episode, we finish up with the concept of Cultural Landscapes, and finish off with the last two categories-Ethnographic and Historic Landscapes. We also discuss the Wells Petroglyph Preserve, as an example, located in Velarde, NM, United States and finish up with a brief discussion on why this is important to the profession.  The blog is located at architectureink.design.blog, which also has the complete link of all my sources, previous episodes, and old blog posts...

Hello everyone! We are kicking off our World of Religious Architecture-name in progress. And to do so, we are starting with cemeteries and more. In several mini studies, we are going to be talking bout Hanging Cemeteries of Philippines, China, and Indonesia. Then move to the Qin Tomb, followed up by New Orleans Cities of the Dead. And finally finishing with Carlo Scarpa's Tomba Brion.  The blog is located at architectureink.design.blog, which also has the complete link of all my sources,...