Architectette

Sydnor Elkins is a licensed architect and the Senior Director of Design and Construction at the Eames Institute.

With over 20 years of experience in architecture, her rigorous approach to problem-solving and curiosity drive her pursuit of creating spaces and structures with lasting impact.

We talk about:

- We start with Sydnor’s early inspiration—how growing up in a creative family and attending NC State’s Design Camp sparked her...

Today’s bonus episode features the youngest licensed architect in the United States!

Emily Almloff is a 2024 graduate from the University of Kansas with a Masters of Architecture and Masters of Construction Management degree.

She is a Healthcare Architect with HFG Architecture where she works on hospitals throughout the Midwest. 

Her interests are focused on ways that the built environment can create a positive impact through crisis ...

Shadia Jaramillo is an architect at Goodwyn Mills Cawood in Pensacola, Florida. Originally from Panama, she moved to the United States in 2013 to pursue a career in architecture.

Shadia is deeply committed to community engagement both in person and online and uses her social media platform, @shadia_architecture, to mentor emerging professionals, advocate for design, and promote the value of architecture.

We talk about: 

- Shadia’s de...

On today's podcast we are resharing our interview with Evelyn Lee.

Evelyn started in architecture but is now the first-ever Global Head of Workplace Strategy & Innovation at Slack Technologies. She is also the Founder of the Practice of Architecture, Co-Host of the Podcast, Practice Disrupted; and is extremely involved in the AIA, most notably serving as the first-ever female Treasurer to the AIA National Board from 2020-202...

Pascale Sablan, FAIA, NOMAC, LEED AP is a visionary architect and CEO of the New York Studio of Adjaye Associates, where she leads major international, cultural, civic, and commercial projects.

As the 315th living African American woman registered architect in the U.S., she is not only an accomplished architect, but an activist dedicated to addressing disparities in her field.

Pascale founded Beyond the Built Environment to empower...

Today we are replaying an episode with Yiselle Santos Rivera.

Yiselle is Director of Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion at HKS and is also a former AIA|DC Chapter President, co-founder of LA IDEA, and WIELD event founder.

She is a natural community builder and has been heavily involved with JEDI initiatives both on a local and national scale for which she has been recognized with numerous awards.We talk about: - Crafting h...

Bryn Young is an architect, educator, and creator dedicated to helping aspiring architects succeed in their architectural licensing journey. She founded the ABC Club and Mind Over ARE, which both provide practical resources and guidance for Architect Registration Examination (ARE) candidates.

Bryn also shares insights on architecture, studying, and balancing life through her YouTube channel and podcast.

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Today we are replaying our episode with Fatemeh Monfared.

Fatemeh started her journey with a degree in architecture, but soon established a specialty crafting virtual worlds and experiences. She is currently the Chief Metaverse Architect at her company, Spaces.

This is a great episode for folks in architecture and design who want to know a bit more about the metaverse without all the jargon and complexity.

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On this episode of Architectette, we sit down with Stephanie Lindsey and Jessica Nelson, the dynamic duo behind the Austin-based interior design firm Etch Design Group.

Etch's businesses include residential interior design, styling, interiors-focused AI education, and property management.

After a decade of collaboration and firm leadership, Stephanie and Jessica have built a thriving business where they believe, "Beautiful...

Today we are replaying our episode with Tenille Bettenhausen.

Tenille is a client success manager at Microdesk where she leverages her 20+ years in AEC industries working in technical, business development, and construction specializations. She is also author of the book, Maybe I’ll be an Architect, as well as Host of the Podcast, Death by Architecture. 

We talk about:

- How Tenille developed resilience through her job hunt after...

On today's episode of Architectette we chat with Erin Peavey.

Erin is an architect, researcher, and the Health & Well-being Design Leader at HKS. She bridges the gap between research and practice with a focus on design for health, happiness, and social connection.

We talk about: 

- Erin’s career journey: her early exposure to environmental psychology, how she navigated uncertainties in her career, and how she came to lead...

Replaying our episode with Morgan Chawaga. 

Morgan is a licensed architect turned stress management consultant. After experiencing the stress and exhaustion known by many in the industry, she developed stress management tools that she now shares with architects that help them DESIGN and BUILD a healthier relationship with their careers.

We talk about:

- Morgan's background working for both architecture firms and owners and how...

On today’s episode of Architectette we feature Maya Sharfi. 

Maya is the founder of Build Yourself Workshop where she helps women in design, technology, and innovation rise and subsequently thrive in senior roles. Her clients have landed executive positions, launched innovative initiatives, and achieved salary increases. She also helps companies make their organizations better places for women to flourish.

Maya was a former Harvard ...

Replaying our episode with Ramune Bartuskaite.

Ramune is an Architect and Associate at FIFTEEN Architecture and Design as well as the CEO and founder of Spec Matters - an organization that strives to encourage the building industry to write healthier specifications and make better material selections.

We talk about:

- Ramune's first generation college experience and her contributions to Rise First which empowers first gen students

- ...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome Kira Gould.

Kira is a writer, strategist, and convener focused on advancing design leadership and climate action through her company, Kira Gould CONNECT. 

She is also the co-host of the Design the Future podcast with Lindsay Baker, a Senior Fellow with Architecture 2030, and co-authored Women in Green: Voices of Sustainable Design.

We talk about: 

- Kira’s career as a non-architect workin...

On today's bonus episode of Architectette, we welcome Patricia Causey. As Senior Director of Product at Acelab, Patricia brings 12 years of industry experience to drive product and strategic growth. Her multifaceted background encompasses architecture, cost estimating, project management, and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC). Having worked extensively with digital construction technologies and complex project delivery, she bri...

On today’s episode we share a conversation with Winka Dubbeldam. Winka is the founder and partner of Archi-Tectonics, a New York City firm widely known for their award-winning work, use of smart building systems, and innovative structures. 

Winka is also a Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and was the Chair of the Department of Architecture from 2013 to 2023 where she gathered an international network of innovative researc...

On today's bonus episode of Architectette, we welcome Silvia Lee.

Silvia is a licensed architect with over a decade of experience in small and large NYC architectural offices. Always curious and open to new opportunities, Silvia entered the tech startup world as a community marketing manager. Using her background as an architect she continues her passion of executing ideas into experiences.

She is now the Director of Customer Success...

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome Shin-pei Tsay.

Shin-pei’s experience converges on policy, design, and governance to shape inclusive, sustainable, people-centered cities. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded innovative approaches to systemic challenges across numerous urban issues, often with a focus on the public realm and transportation. Shin-pei currently leads the Mayor's Office for New Urban Mechanics in Bos...