In this episode, Cherise is joined by Victoria “Tory” Cuddy, Associate at PBDW Architects in New York City, New York. They discuss the Powerhouse Arts in Brooklyn, New York. You can see the project here as you listen along. This project emerged as a revitalization initiative, born from the collaboration of PBDW Architects and Herzog & DeMeuron.  This 170,000 square foot facility serves as a hub for artistic production and community involvement, breathing new life into a historic structure...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Dave Hardister, Principal, and Andra Riegler, Project Manager/Architect from Woodblock Architecture in Portland, Oregon. They discuss the I&E Construction Headquarters in Wilsonville, Oregon. You can see the project here as you listen along. The newly renovated headquarters of I & E Construction is the product of a design-build and adaptive reuse project. What was once a nondescript nursing school from the 1970s has undergone a significant...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by returning guest, Brett Baba, founding partner, along with Andy Brown, associate, at Graham Baba Architects in Seattle, WA. They discuss the Woodinville Whiskey Processing and Barrel Aging Facility in Quincy, WA. You can see the project here as you listen along. Woodinville Whiskey's expansion is sited on a 10-acre, sprawling grain field in Quincy, Washington. The design accommodates the growing demand for Woodinville’s prized whiskey. The facility...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by David Briggs, AIA, LEED AP, CPHD, Principal and Founding Partner at Loci (LO-SCI) Architecture in New York, and Dr. Adrian C. Manual, Executive Director at Merrick Academy Charter School. They discuss the Merrick Academy Charter School in Queens, New York. You can see the project here as you listen along. In the vibrant streets of Queens, New York City, awaits the new home of Merrick Academy Charter School, primed to emerge as a hub of educational...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Richard Olcott, Design Partner at Ennead Architects in New York City, with offices in Shanghai and Los Angeles. They discuss the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C. You can see the project here as you listen along. Commissioned in 2019, the Hopkins Bloomberg Center is the brainchild of Ennead Architects, Rockwell Group, and SmithGroup, who seamlessly melded exterior and interior elements to create a dynamic space unlike any...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Wayne Van Loon, Principal, and Caitlin Poliak, Associate with Soderstrom Architects in Portland, Oregon. They discuss the Echolands Winery in Walla Walla, Washington.  You can see the project here as you listen along. Born from a vision by founder Doug Frost and Chairman Brad Bergman and designed in collaboration with Soderstrom Architects, Echolands Winery merges architectural splendor with operational prowess. Production facilities will debut with a...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by returning guest, Brent Grubb, Managing Principal at Skylab Architecture in Portland, Oregon. They discuss The Humbird Hotel at Schweitzer Resort in Sandpoint, Idaho. You can see the project here as you listen along. The Humbird Hotel weaves the essence of Schweitzer Basin's heritage into a distinctive mountain lodging experience through innovative design and contemporary building techniques. The choice of heavy timber construction not only pays homage to...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Ted Hyman, Partner, and Vlad Pajkic, Partner from ZGF Architects, a firm with multiple offices across North America and 750+ staff. You can see the project here as you listen along. Crafted as Cal Poly San Luis Obispo's inaugural interdisciplinary structure, the Frost Center seamlessly amalgamates three colleges within a single architectural embrace.  It stands as a pioneering example of the evolution in classroom and laboratory design, embodying an open,...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Sam Batchelor, AIA, LEED AP – Partner at designLAB Architects in Boston, Massachusetts. They discuss the Quinnipiac University Health and Wellness Center in Hamden, Connecticut. You can see the project here as you listen along. Uniting three previously separate departments – health, counseling, and recreation – the Quinnipiac Health and Wellness Center marks a groundbreaking integration, complemented by innovative programs in social and nutritional...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Christopher Roach, Principal, and Jacquelyn Fung, Studio Director at Studio VARA in San Francisco, California. You can see the project here as you listen along. The Redwood Highway Offices began as an adaptive reuse project that transformed the most banal of commercial box buildings into a light-filled courtyard office space specifically outfitted for a discerning, high-end residential builder with an exclusive clientele.  Four main objectives drove the...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Diana Kellogg, Architect at Diana Kellogg Architects based in New York City. They discuss the Rajkumari Ratnavati Girl's School in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India. You can see the project here as you listen along. Originally designed to be a multi-structure campus, the Rajkumari Ratnavati School serves hundreds of girls below the poverty line, equipping them with tools for education and independence. Constructed with hand-cut local sandstone in the shape of...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Matthew Dennis, Founder and CEO of Bolt Builds in Brooklyn, New York. They discuss the Agency of Record Cocktail Bar and Restaurant in New York City. You can see the project here as you listen along. Designed with a keen eye on the golden age of advertising, the Agency of Record Cocktail and Bar unfolds like a visual love letter to mid-century New York, injecting a playful twist that seamlessly resonates with the pulse of the present.  Crafted by the...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Scott Crawford, Partner, and Hanna Kato, Associate from LMN Architects in Seattle. They discuss the Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion in Seattle, Washington. You can see the project here as you listen along. Projected to open in the summer 2024, the Ocean Pavilion will be a one-of-a-kind facility, integrating a complex building program into Seattle’s waterfront and dynamic urban context.  LMN and the Aquarium’s mission focuses on conservation of the marine...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by the two founders of La Union Studio in Seattle, WA, Sergio Max Legon-Talamoni, Director of Design and Culture, and Sonia-Lynn Abenojar, Director of Creativity. They discuss two projects –– the Baja Bistro and CheBogz –- adjacent restaurants located in the Beacon Hill area of Seattle. You can see the project here as you listen along. The beloved family-owned, neighborhood institutions Baja Bistro and CheBogz reopened in the heart of Beacon Hill after...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by  Sarah Kennedy, AIA, Associate, and Michael Kehl, AIA, LEED - Associate Principal at SCB based in Chicago with offices also in San Francisco, Boston, and Seattle. They discuss the design of the visionary multifamily housing project “Woolsey Gardens” in South Berkeley, CA. You can see the project here as you listen along. The Woolsey Gardens’ goal is to act as a replicable, sustainable, and financeable alternative for future affordable housing developments...

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C. Cherise is joined by Sheeladitya Karmakar, Director Product Management at Honeywell Sustainable Buildings. Sheeladitya discusses Honeywell's commitment to sustainability. He emphasizes the global impact of buildings, which contribute to 37-38% of carbon emissions and consume 34% of the world's energy. He introduces Honeywell's Sustainability Plus for Buildings...

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C. Cherise is joined by Michael Saunders, National Sales Manager - Commercial & Municipal Systems at Orenco Systems. With 30 years of experience in wastewater collection and treatment, Mike discusses the valuable insights gained from conferences and the importance of cross-industry conversations. Mike highlights how Orenco Systems focuses on clean water and...

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C. Cherise is joined by Chanda Littlefield and Chris Motto from Nakamoto Forestry, both passionate about sustainable practices in forestry and carpentry. Nakamoto's focus on sustainable forest management in Japan, with an emphasis on thinning rather than clear-cutting, is highlighted. Chanda and Chris discuss Nakamoto's commitment to creating healthier buildings...

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C. Cherise is joined by Joe Rebori, Manager of Inquiries at BioMicrobics. Joe discusses BioMicrobics' role in wastewater treatment, stormwater treatment, and water reuse applications. The conversation emphasizes BioMicrobics' commitment to sustainability, net zero, and energy efficiency in decentralized applications. Joe explains their approach to simplicity in...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Susan Bliss, FCSI, CDT, CCS, CCCA, LEED AP, SCIP – Principal, Specifier and Owner and Michael Lockwood, CSI, CDT Director of Operations, Senior Project Manager and Specifier both from Spec Services, LLC in Farmers Branch, Texas. This episode is a little different from our typical format. We’re bringing you another one of our popular deep dives into the importance of specifications in successful projects! We discuss the role of spec writers, the...

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C. Cherise is joined by Neal Lojek, Senior Sales Marketing Consultant, Business Development at Armatherm Thermal Bridging Solutions. Neal discusses the evolution of the construction industry towards net zero and Green building standards. The conversation highlights the uneven understanding of thermal bridging in the architecture and construction fields. Neal explains...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Maxwell Jarosz, Founding Principal of Daft Büro Architecture in Miami and Noam Dvir, Principal and Co-founder of BoND in New York. They discuss the PatBO flagship boutique retail store within the Design District in Miami, FL. You can see the project here as you listen along. More than just a store; this space transforms the shopping experience into a work of art. The scope is a tenant improvement of 2,700 square feet over two floors, including cutting...

In this bonus episode, we share a LIVE conversation from the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Washington D.C. Cherise is joined by Edith Gawler, Marketing Manager at TimberHP by GO Lab. Edith explores Timber HP's role as the first U.S. producer of fiber insulation, providing an affordable and accessible solution for high-performance buildings. She emphasizes the company's commitment to addressing both embodied and operational carbon, differentiating their products from...

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Sarah Cantine, Architect, Senior Associate at Scott Edwards Architecture. They discuss the Oregon Humane Society’s “New Road Ahead” project in Portland, Oregon. You can see the project here as you listen along. Adjacent to OHS’s existing shelter, the project expands their Portland campus from one building to three, and bolsters the organization’s national leadership ability in animal welfare. The 71,100-sf expansion comprises two buildings: one houses...