Land and Money : Finance, Development, and Design

In this episode Adam speaks about boundaries, scope creep, and a particular personality trait.(The episode is published a day late. The night before we got hung up on the Instagram post and forgot to publish the full podcast.)

In this episode Adam shares a new development in a prospective project, and introduces the idea of a Pre-Design and Feasibility study. 

In this episode Adam has very little to say about anxiety. 

In this episode I share a look into a project proposal I'm presenting later this week. 

In this episode Adam shares some things he was thinking about while driving. 

In this episode Adam reflects on the different types of effort and gratification at the end of a construction project. 

In this episode Adam speaks off the cuff about project delivery methods, trust, and vulnerability. 

In this episode Adam reviews the main types of construction project delivery methods. 

In this episode Adam reflects briefly on the first 20 days of this series, and sets expectations for the week ahead. 

In this episode Adam (finally) dives into the Architects Services; describing what architects do and why he thinks typical contracts are flawed. 

In this episode Adam takes a few steps back to review the Table of Articles in the standard contract he is reviewing. 

In this episode Adam begins to unpack what architects do in their scope of basic services.... but he was delightfully interrupted by friendly neighbors, so he'll gather these thoughts again tomorrow. 

In this episode Adam continues to examine a standard design contract; focusing today on the first portion of the "Scope of Architects Services".

In this episode Adam continues to examine a standard design contract; focusing today on the section entitled "Architect's Responsibilities"

In this episode Adam discusses the project description and initial information portions an example contract. 

In this episode Adam discusses a bit about the importance of knowing who you're working with. 

In this episode Adam begins looking at a boilerplate design services contract through the lenses of trust, relationships, and vulnerability. 

Allison Lerma is a senior architect at Overland Partners Architects, and the current Co-Chair of the Women in Architecture network. This is Her Story. 

In this episode Adam shifts gears to begin looking at interpersonal systems in greater detail. 

In this episode Adam reflects on the first 10 day of this series. 

In this episode Adam wades into the topic of Trust to discover that it's quite deep, and will take some extra effort to understand. 

In this episode Adam shares a bit about a cloudy day, and a touchy subject he's been mulling over. 

In this episodes Adam mixes ideas from Dr. Brene Brown and Ray Dalio to consider what might be missing project project culture. 

I this episode Adam considers how to inject daring leadership into a project, and what project role is in the best position to so. Guess who?

In this episode Adam takes a more balanced view, weighing the discouraging and encouraging prospects of Daring Leadership. 

In this episode Adam explores concepts from Dr. Brene Brown's book, "Dare to Lead", and shares some thoughts on daring leadership in the built environment. 

In this episode Adam reviews the table contents of "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Dr. Brene Brown, which outlines the 10 Guideposts to Wholehearted Living. 

In this episode Adam introduces the work of Dr. Brene Brown and its relevance on his work as an Architect. 

In this episode Adam introduces the 100 Days of Vulnerability series. A daily exercise for 100 days leading up to his 40th birthday. 

This episode is a belated introduction to the Land and Money Podcast, and to the host, Adam Word Gates. 

Tenna Florian is an Architect and 25 year team member at Lake Flato Architects, where is a Partner and co-leader of the Eco-Conservation Studio. Tenna was elevated to the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows in 2023. This is Her Story. 

In this episode we sit down with Sam Sosa and Matthew Buchalski from Ownwell to learn the fundamentals of property taxes and how to save on your tax bill by hiring a consultant. 

Amber Perry is a newly licensed Architect in San Antonio, TX; currently serving as the Chair-Elect of the AIA San Antonio, Women in Architecture Network. She will lead the network in 2026 Amber is an Architect and Team Leader at Open Studio Architects.  This is Her Story...

Aline Yoldi is an award winning architect in San Antonio, TX; currently serving as a Senior Associate, Office Director, and Higher Education Market Leader for Stantec San Antonio. Aline is the founder of the Women in Architecture Network in San Antonio. This is Her Story. 

In this episode we sit down with Corrina Green, the Associate Vice President for Real Estate, Construction and Planning at the University of Texas at San Antonio.  UTSA is a major development player in San Antonio, and now so more than ever as they move forward with plans for an expanded downtown campus. 

Omar Gonzalez is a local leader in the San Antonio real estate development ecosystem.  He is currently the Director of Development at Pearl Build, and was formerly the Director of Real Estate for Hemisfair. 

Christian Reed-Ogba is the Co-Founder of EHCU Public Relations in San Antonio.   In this episode Christian and Adam discuss PR and the Built Environment, particularly in inner cities and historically marginalized communities. 

In this episode we sit down with Peter French to discuss the infamous and long awaited Lone Star Brewery Development project on the San Antonio River.  Peter offers insights into the recent news that Lone Star is (once again) up for sale.  During the conversation we use Lonestar as a case study to discuss many aspects of complex urban real estate development. 

Reeves Craig is the Vice President of Multi-Family Development for Weston Urban.  Weston Urban began in 2012 as an effort to attract and retain San Antonio's new generation of talent by reviving the city's center. With primary services in development, leasing, and lending, Weston Urban has helped to create and define the San Antonio skyline through both thoughtful historic redevelopment and strategic ground-up construction. 

John Cooley is the Chief Operating Officer of Terramark Urban Homes.  With over 20 years of design and construction experience, Terramark Urban Homes is one of the leading builders of urban dwellings in San Antonio. 

Ben Bowman is an Architect, Real Estate Broker, and Real Estate Developer in San Antonio, Texas.  His unique approach has culminated most recently in a one of a kind development called Boston Commons in San Antonio's historic Dignowity Hill Neighborhood. 

In Episode 05 we sit down with Ed Cross, the pioneering San Antonio developer responsible for The Vistana, a large mixed use residential building in downtown San Antonio.  We'll also hear about his current project, Vicinia, which is raising the bar for suburban development on San Antonio's west side.

Summer Greathouse is an attorney who represents government entities in the formation and management of Public Private Partnerships. 

In episode 03 we sit down with Steve Yndo, Owner and operator of Yndo Urban Development in San Antonio. In our conversation Steve shares his experience in developing urban infill projects in the King William neighborhood as well as near the Pearl. He speaks to the importance of building a neighborhoods and the challenges he faced along the way.

 In Episode 02 we sit down with Jim Bruner, Executive Vice President of Kairoi Development and Co-Chair of our local ULI Housing member council.  Jim shares his experience in developing residential urban high rise projects, and also his thoughts on why we don't see more of it in San Antonio. 

Thad Rutherford is the President of Southstar Communities, a Central Texas based mixed-use community developer which specializes in large scale greenfield development. In his 20+ years of experience Thad has learned the value of commitment, engagement, and going the extra mile for the people and communities he serves.