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#13 Philippe Block: The Incredible Future of Sustainable Construction

#13 Philippe Block: The Incredible Future of Sustainable Construction

I met Philippe Block while studying historic masonry structures in Spain last summer. He presented his work and I was blown away. He is a pioneering structural engineer who, as part of his research group Block Research Group, is inventing the future of sustainable construction by blending old knowledge and precedent with new technology, materials and innovation.

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#7 R. John Anderson - An Insightful Journey From Tradesman to Developer

#7 R. John Anderson - An Insightful Journey From Tradesman to Developer

Today I sit down with the infamous and inspiring R. John Anderson, also known as 'R John the Bad'. We dive into John's unique story, from his early days quitting high school to pursue his passion in the trades, to his transformative experiences as a developer and influential figure in urban planning.

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#4 Trevor Acorn - The Future of Construction w/ Structural Mastery from a Structural Engineer

#4 Trevor Acorn - The Future of Construction w/ Structural Mastery from a Structural Engineer

In this conversation, Trevor Acorn, a structural engineer, discusses his background and experience in the field. He explains his interest in structural masonry and how he became familiar with it through restoration work. The conversation also covers the strength and durability of masonry compared to other construction materials.

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#2 Matt Hayes: What Every Architecture Student Needs to Know

#2 Matt Hayes: What Every Architecture Student Needs to Know

Listen in on the one-year anniversary of Matt Hayes joining the Building Culture team. Whether you're considering architecture as your field of study, want to hear what the day to day of working for a Design & Build small business is like, or are just curious to hear more on what makes beautiful places, this one is for you.

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#1 Ashley Terry: Designing Neighborhoods For How People Want To Live - Wheeler District

#1 Ashley Terry: Designing Neighborhoods For How People Want To Live - Wheeler District

I was thrilled to have Ashley Terry, VP of Development for Wheeler District on the Building Culture Podcast. Wheeler District is a Traditional Neighborhood Development, or TND, just a mile from downtown Oklahoma City.

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