Cross/Section, a design podcast recorded bi-weekly. Hosts, Nathaniel St Jean and Alex Regnery, look into all things design, engineering, and construction. Discussing a spectrum of subjects within this vast spread from professional practice to the building trades; education to technology; and all things in between, the show is a cross section of the industry. There are lots of stories, trends, and more to cut open and we attempt to share it. …with a little nonsense and humor to lighten the mood.
In this episode we sit down with KI's director of workplace strategy, Jonathan Webb, to talk about the future of the workplace. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/support
In this episode we sit down with Jennifer Landon of I Build NH to hear more about the work the state of New Hampshire is doing to close the labor gap. We talk education, experience, and the value of collaborating with educational and industry partners. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/support
In this episode we virtually sit down to talk with Skanska's Marissa Mezoff, a project manager for one of the world's largest construction management firms. Marissa talks about her experiences as a project manager, her background in the industry, and the changes she's seen over the years. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/support
In this episode Nathaniel has Alex guess what the 2021 residential design trends are based on the American Institute of Architects yearly report. Some of the trends are not what you think. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/support
We are finally back in the studio! In this episode we talk to Oliva Dube, an architect who launched her own practice at the start of the pandemic. Olivia unpacks how that has shaped her design process, steps you can take to launch your own practice, and how construction & design should work more closely together. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/support
We are back from a brief hiatus to talk with George Hunt of Touchplan. George shares some insights into his career, the benefits of collaborating as a team, and shares about Touchplan, an intuitive construction planning software. If you're in construction and interested in learning more head over to touchplan.io --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/support
In this episode Nathaniel and Alex sit down with Dr. Eshed to talk about engineering education and what the future of higher education may look like in the near future. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
In this episode Alex talks about his experiences buying homes throughout the years and some tips to help you land your next (or first!) home. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
What's trending in 2021 for single family homes - Alex and Nathaniel unpack and debunk some of this years' trends. From bigger is once again better, to outdoor additions; some trends may be here to stay while others dwindle into a fad. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
Episode #010 is all about the architectural design phases - with a few tangents. Join Alex and Nathaniel as they unpack everything from predesign to construction administration, as well as everything in between. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
This week Nathaniel and Alex sit down with Kevin Foley, a retired construction professional and all around cool dude. We have a conversation around the changes Kevin has witnessed in the construction industry, what students should be focusing on in school, and some of his favorite projects. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
Nathaniel and Alex sit down to answer a question many people have when they are thinking of project, "how do you go about hiring an architect". From researching firms, to discussing the design process there is plenty to unpack. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
Nathaniel and Alex sit down with Deb Trottier of Southern New Hampshire University for Women in Construction Week. We learn more about how Deb found her way into the construction field, her background as a land surveyor, and what it takes to manage a multi-million dollar educational facility. Be sure to check out more episodes over at tectonicanow.com/podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
This week Alex and Nathaniel unpack some common mistakes that they're seen new homeowners make. If you're in the market for a new home this episode is right up your alley, and if you've owned a home hopefully you've skillfully avoided these mistakes. Be sure to check out more episodes over at tectonicanow.com/podcast or wherever you listen to your pods. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
Nathaniel and Alex sit down with Ali Atherton for Women in Construction Week. As a recent graduate and young professional we unpack what it takes to get through college, what you can expect when you enter the field, and how construction education can change. Be sure to check out more episodes over at tectonicanow.com/podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
In this episode Nathaniel and Alex unpack a handful of regulations surrounding the construction industry - from overtime laws to residential land regulations. If you wonder why construction is so expensive this episode sheds some light on how regulations are impacting costs. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
Is this episode Alex and I each share 10 tools that we think every homeowner needs. Some may seem obvious, while others may make you scratch your head! As always be sure to subscribe, rate us, or give us a thumbs-up on your favorite podcast player. For more info about the show head over to tectonicanow.com/podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
In this episode Alex and Nathaniel unpack a Construction Dive article and discuss how the global pandemic is impacting the construction industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
In our first official episode Alex and Nathaniel tackle elements around construction education. From the top construction management programs in the country to what's involved in the curriculum. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
We kick off our podcast with some background and establish topics for future episodes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nathaniel-st-jean/message
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