The Second Studio Design and Architecture Show

The Second Studio Design and Architecture Show


Latest Episodes

#375 - Tips for Small Projects and Tight Budgets
January 01, 2024

This week David and Marina of share advice and tips for clients with a project that is small and/or has a tight budget. The two discuss the things to look out for when hiring an architect/designer, a

#374 - Robert Yuen, CEO of Monograph
December 25, 2023

This week David and Marina of are joined by Robert Yuen, Co-founder and CEO of Monograph to discuss Monograph; the business of architecture; billing cycles; talking about money in the profession; his

#373 - Architecture Presentation Mistakes to Avoid
December 18, 2023

This week David and Marina of discuss common mistakes students make when giving architecture presentations. The two cover graphics, documenting ideas, physical models, overselling, inviting collabora

#372 - Simon James, Partner at Wylan James Development
December 11, 2023

This week David and Marina of are joined by Simon James, Partner at to discuss his background; interning at Smashbox; becoming a creative director; building their cosmetics line; leading a large tea

#371 - 5 Things to Know Before Building a Home or Hiring an Architect
December 05, 2023

This week David and Marina of discuss 5 things clients should know before starting a new home or remodel project: Start by starting Determine why you are doing the project Do not rely on luck for s

#370 - After Hours: Tahoe Lighthus + The Value of Architecture
November 27, 2023

This week David and Marina of discuss their stay at the Lighthus, a vacation rental home designed by 's William Liow, AIA. The two cover the design of the home, the value of architecture, communicati

#369 - Jai Kumaran, Founding Partner, West of West
November 20, 2023

This week David and Marina of are joined by Architect Jai Kumaran, founding partner of to discuss his background; the influence his fathers work had on his career; attending architecture school; wh

#368 - Holly Hollenbeck, Founder and Principal Designer of HSH Interiors
November 13, 2023

This week David and Marina of are joined by founder and principal designer of , Holly Hollenbeck, to discuss her story of becoming a designer, starting an office, her design process, interior design,

#367 - After Hours: Roadtripping Through the Southwest
November 06, 2023

This week David and Marina of have a casual conversation about their roadtrip through the southwest of the United States. Yes, we already did a recording about the architecture. This is one is the b-

#366 - Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, Partner at Forge
October 30, 2023

This week David and Marina of are joined by Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, Partner at , A NYC based agency that works with growing e-commerce businesses to craft their brand, design, and user experience. Ashw