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TheSquare Ep #108 · Design Process Unpacked

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Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 61:20


In this episode of TheSquare, we sit down with Gabriel Oros and Callea McGehee to explore how design shapes both spaces and lives. From their early sparks of inspiration to solving real-world challenges in airports and hospitals, they unpack what it means to design with empathy, intention, and impact. We dive into topics like daylighting, acoustics, the psychology of wayfinding, and how trust - and a bit of self-editing - play into the creative process. Whether you're in the weeds of a project or reflecting on your architectural legacy, this episode offers insights into the art and soul of thoughtful design. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:33 Gabriel's Journey into Architecture 02:19 Callie's Design Inspirations 05:03 Architectural Challenges and Solutions 10:24 Healthcare Design Insights 12:18 Technology's Impact on Design 17:41 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life 31:42 Self-Editing and Client Trust 32:41 High Sea Gates at DFW: A Case Study 41:09 Designing for Short Attention Spans 46:22 Balancing Advertising and Wayfinding 49:01 Legacy and Community Impact in Design 56:51 The Importance of Daylighting and Acoustics 01:00:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #107 · Architecture and Film: Gangster Cinema

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Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 49:12


In this episode of TheSquare, Brandon Carmichael and architect James Adams delve into the intersection of architecture and gangster films. They discuss how key architectural settings contribute to storytelling in classic gangster movies like The Untouchables and The Departed, and evaluate the recent film Alto Nights. The pair also explores tropes common to the gangster genre, dissects pivotal scenes, and offers their unique architectural perspectives on how these spaces shape the characters and narratives. Join them for an engaging conversation filled with film analysis, architecture insights, and even some fun exercises. Don't miss their thoughts on what a modern gangster hideout might look like, their drawings of character types inspired by architectural styles, and their take on the future of gangster films. 00:00 Introduction to Gangster Films 00:58 Diving into Alto Nights 01:43 Analyzing the Genre 02:20 Key Scenes and Performances 09:57 Comparing Gangster Classics 12:15 The Untouchables: A Deep Dive 14:48 The Departed: Modern Masterpiece 25:35 Exploring Brutalist Architecture in Film 28:58 The Role of Power in Gangster Films 31:23 Iconic Gangster Tropes and Settings 31:39 Designing a Mob Boss's Headquarters 34:43 Female Characters in Gangster Films 44:21 The Importance of Architecture in Gangster Films 46:22 Choosing the Best Gangster Film 48:18 Final Thoughts and Audience Engagement Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #106 · Architecture and Film: Blind Trust

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 51:57


In this insightful episode, Brandon Carmichael and James Adams explore two films selected by their senior producer, Adam Fly, focusing on themes of architecture, emotion, and societal reflections. Dive into the contrasting yet intriguing worlds of "Equals" (2015) and "The Great Beauty" (2013), and discover how architecture subtly enhances their storytelling. Join this engaging conversation that blends thoughtful cinematic critique with architectural insights, prompting viewers to reflect on how the spaces we inhabit influence and shape our experiences. 00:00 Introduction to Episode and Film Selection 01:53 Overview of "Equals" and "The Great Beauty" 03:46 Architecture and Rome in "The Great Beauty" 12:09 Cinematic Techniques in "The Great Beauty" 16:12 Emotional Suppression and Minimalism in "Equals" 22:16 Architectural Significance in "Equals" 27:32 Comparing Emotion and Architecture in Both Films 33:25 Maximalist vs. Minimalist Architectural Trends 42:44 Preservation and Timelessness in Architecture 49:30 Authenticity, Human Connection, and Conclusion Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #105 · Adaptive Reuse

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 51:57


Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of adaptive reuse with James Adams. Learn how existing buildings like ancient warehouses and mid-century offices are converted into modern apartments, office spaces, and more. Understand the distinctions among renovations, repositioning, and adaptive reuse, and explore case studies like the 2401 Cedar Springs project, the John Deere warehouse, and more. Discover the design challenges, the importance of sustainability, and the intricate value of preserving historic structures while adapting them for contemporary use. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #104 · Designing a Legacy: Steve Hulsey

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 42:49


In this episode of TheSquare, we visit Keeley Elementary in Garland ISD for a special conversation with Steve Hulsey, recently retired President from Corgan. Steve reflects on his 35-year career, sharing how he first got into architecture and how his journey led him to designing educational spaces. Keeley Elementary holds a unique place in his heart—it was the first school project he worked on from start to finish. As we walk through the school, Steve recounts the design process, the inspirations behind key architectural elements, and the challenges he faced along the way. We also explore how schools serve as the heart of a community, shaping generations of students and families. Beyond architecture, Steve discusses his approach to leadership, mentorship, and the importance of being involved in one's community. Plus, he shares what's next in retirement—including a surprising new passion for music! Join us for a fascinating discussion about architecture, education, and the lasting impact of thoughtful design.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/    Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/    Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan    Video Produced by: Corgan   Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.    Email: communications@corgan.com #Architecture #Education #Community #SchoolDesign #TheSquare #Corgan

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TheSquare Ep #103 · Architecture and Film: The Brutalist

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 79:53


In this special episode of TheSquare, we continue our series exploring the intersection of architecture and film. We dive into The Brutalist, a three-hour cinematic odyssey that captures the power, tension, and artistry of design. With our first-ever guest in the Architecture & Film segment, Barak Epstein of the historic Texas Theatre, we discuss what makes this film a compelling portrait of an architect's vision, ambition, and struggle.

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TheSquare Ep #102 · Architecture And Film: Holiday Movies

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 39:11


This week on The Square, we're back with our annual tradition: unpacking two iconic films through a design lens. What do "Die Hard" and "It's a Wonderful Life" have in common? At first glance, maybe not much—one's a high-octane action flick, the other a sentimental holiday classic. But dive deeper with us, and you'll find surprising parallels in their themes, characters, and even architectural settings. Join Brandon Carmichael and James Adams as they explore how these two films reflect their eras, from the suburban dreams of Bedford Falls to the towering corporate ambitions of Nakatomi Plaza. We'll discuss how architecture plays a role in storytelling, the emotional impact of design, and the subtle messages about community, sacrifice, and redemption. Plus, we settle the ultimate debate: Is "Die Hard" really a Christmas movie? (Spoiler: Yippee-ki-yay, yes it is.) Whether you're here for the design insights, the holiday spirit, or just a little Bruce Willis and Jimmy Stewart love, this episode has it all.

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TheSquare Ep #101 · Unmesh Kelkar | Urban Planning

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 39:04


Award-winning architect and designer Umesh Kelkar, Project Designer II in the Aviation Studio, spills on his Summer Design Competition-winning project, "Deep Rooted Ellum." Intended to revitalize the district in the Southeast Dalla neighborhood, Unmesh's vision for a vibrant mixed-use development on the Southeast side of Dallas garnered critical acclaim from the Urban Land Institute and AIA Dallas as well as the Texas Society of Architects and won the FW Land Award.   Long known for its deep roots in Dallas and contributing to the urban fabric as the center of art, music, history, and culture, this mixed-use plan draws upon jazz music and blues, creating a vibrant, connected environment focused on vitality, richness, and cultural flourishes. His aviation and public spaces background informs his project, which the City of Dallas embraced.   Influenced by Jane Jacobs, the renowned writer American-Canadian journalist, author, theorist, and activist who influenced urban studies, sociology, and economics. Her book The Death and Life of Great American Cities (1961) argued that "urban renewal" and "slum clearance" did not respect the needs of city dwellers. Profoundly influential in changing the built environment, she coined the terms "mixed primary uses" and "eyes on the street" and remains one of the most influential thinkers and leaders of 21st-century urban architecture. Don't miss this riveting episode of The Square as Unmesh shares his inspiration and design processes. Be sure to include your thumbs up and comments below.   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/    Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/    Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan    Video Produced by: Corgan   Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.    Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #100 · Our 100th Episode!

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 58:40


In this special 100th episode of The Square, the MediaLab sits down in a tell-all discussion about its humble beginnings and transformation into a state-of-the-art broadcast production studio.  Tune in as John Higgs, Brandon Carmichael, Luke Boney, Adam Flaa, and former Creative Director Jeff Hoferer banter about the incredible evolution over the past 30 years.  You won't want to miss the foibles and successes, technological advances, and innovative solutions this humorous and talented team of creative storytellers have invented to grow MediaLab into what it is today. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #99 · Unmesh Kelkar | Explore

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 44:44


In this episode, Unmesh Kelkar, a project designer in Corgan's Aviation Studio, takes us through New York, Berlin, Paris, and Barcelona to explore some of the most visited and iconic privately owned public spaces (POPS) in the world. Funded through Corgan's Explore program, which encourages architects and designers to travel to destinations of their choice and immerse themselves in the study of architectural and interior design subjects, Unmesh was selected to be the 2020 recipient of this prestigious award.  Unmesh discusses his enlightening and entertaining findings, comparing the history, culture, and human behavior that influence the design of public spaces. He says, “As designers, our smallest moves can positively impact the urban environment.” Join us on this fascinating discovery of people and places and how public spaces ─ from parks and plazas to open-air markets and pedestrian walkways ─ improve our urban fabric and bind us together. Unmesh's Previous Episode: https://youtu.be/e43W9S55syI?si=a8H7GsV8gBrHU1HO Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #98 · Designing for the Future of Water: Solutions

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 40:12


The news is full of stories about global warming, climate change, and water and food scarcity, but what can we do to curtail the alarming statistics?  In this fourth episode of our series on water conservation, we dive into some of the innovative solutions to these ever-growing problems—from adaptive water reuse, vertical farming, and building smart cities and buildings to changing consumer behavior and harnessing space-age technologies.  Join us as Varun Kohli and Samantha Flores from Corgan once again team up with Aaron Tartakovsky, founder & CEO of Epic Cleantec, to discuss what we can do collectively as a society, and more specifically as architects and designers, to address the issues facing our most precious natural resource. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #97 · Designing for the Future of Water: Cities and Regions

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 49:44


Rising sea water, sinking cities, and extreme weather events are causing water shortages in our cities and regions. In this third part of our series examining water conservation, Varun Kohli and Samantha Flores join Arron Aaron Tartakovsky, named a 2023 World Economic Forum Top Innovator, to explore solutions to these global conditions.  Tune in as we examine how cities worldwide—like Singapore, Israel, and Spain—are using advanced water recycling technologies and harnessing nature to overhaul their urban infrastructures, replenish basins, and increase water resiliency. Join us for this in-depth look at how communities are adopting policies to improve their water supply and reduce water scarcity and why the U.S. is lagging far behind.   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #96 · Designing for the Future of Water: Buildings

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 47:31


This week's episode is the second part of a four-part series that explores sustainable solutions for reducing water usage in the built environment. Join us as Varun Kohli and Samantha Flores of Corgan sit down with CEO of Epic Cleantec, Aaron Tartakovsky, to discuss how countries around the world are facing heat islands, sinking cities, water scarcity, mass immigration, and disease due to dwindling water supplies. “The status quo is no longer sustainable,” he says. “Architects and policymakers need to respond to these dire issues.” Join us as these sustainability futurists and experts explain how aging infrastructures, population growth, and the changing climate are contributing to the demise of our cities and offer a few innovative solutions to increase awareness, incorporate smarter technology, and improve urban design to help operate our buildings, regions, and cities more efficiently—before it's too late. For more information, see episode #95 - Designing for the Future of Water.    Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/   Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan   Video Produced by: Corgan   Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.   Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #95 · Designing for the Future of Water

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 31:04


“Water, water, everywhere, not any drop to drink.” The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge  Climate change, extreme weather conditions, and consumer behavior all contribute to water scarcity, regional inundation, and nuisance flooding. As architects, designing the urban environment around water infrastructure is becoming increasingly crucial for the future of our water supply.  Join us for this first episode in a series with Varun Kohli, Director of Sustainability, and Samantha Flores, Director of Research Innovation, as they explore traditional and new methods of water usage, storage, and reduction and how using a systems thinking approach In designing cities and buildings can help conserve and manage our most precious natural resource.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #94 · Acoustics and Architecture

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 50:51


So often, our focus is on what we see; acoustic design addresses what we hear, or more often, what we don't hear, says Jason Mirise, the firm's go-to for acoustical design. As our Senior Specialist for Acoustical Design, Jason gets excited when he can elevate the performance of a space by delivering quality acoustics. In this episode, Jason discusses how acoustic design considers materiality choices, sound-absorbing finishes, and physics to address every aspect of sound, from noise control and room acoustics to sound isolation. In short, he makes our buildings sound better. Join this music aficionado and audio specialist as he reveals his passion for the sound of silence and how he creates spaces that enhance and improve our listening experience.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #93 · What's the Hold-Up? - Computational Design

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 2:28


The future of architecture computation is here and designers who embrace the emerging technology can make their job faster and easier, says Project Specialist and UTA Professor Sakshi Sharma. Although computational programs may seem daunting at first, the advantages are unlimited, and learning the software is easier than one may think.   Join us for this episode of The Square and see why college students, as well as old pros, should embrace AI and computational design to create work more streamlined and efficient. AI and computer-generated imaging software not only reduce human error but also save hours of time and labor, resulting in passing the cost savings onto the client. Learn how Corgan stays at the cutting edge of technology and design — and why we are ranked as one of the fastest-growing architect firms in the nation.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #92 · The Architecture of AI in Film

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 78:29


In this episode, our favorite film critic and architect, James Adams, Vice President of the Commercial Studio, delves into four iconic movies and deconstructs how AI and architecture relate to some of the greatest sci-fi movies ever. Discover how AI supplants human emotion and connection in the science fiction genre and explore how set design, color, symbolism, and visual effects reflect the relationship between societal values, humanity, and artificial intelligence.   Join us in this fascinating study of films directed by futurists and visionaries Stanley Kubrick, Steven Spielberg, Spike Jonze, and Ridley Scott as they probe the evolution of the built environment and create dystopian universes that explore what it means to be human.   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also, connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #91 · 700 Jackson Street: Parking Perfected

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 31:54


Finding a parking space in downtown Dallas is often a daunting and frustrating experience. In this episode, we meet Carolyn Glenn, Senior Associate of the Commercial Studio, to discuss the new parking garage at 700 Jackson Street commissioned by Dallas County to offer jurors and city employees convenient access to parking. However, far from a normal garage, this unique design provides retail spaces at street level along with 12 levels of public parking with 1,228 spaces pre-wired for EV charging.  Designed to be future-proofed, the elegant white structure features pre-stressed foundations and can support a 15-story hotel or office tower built on top. Draped in an attractive white metal panel with barcode-like vertical stripping, the imposing above-ground garage with chamfer edges maximizes every inch of space and stands out in the context of the neighborhood. Activating the downtown environment and adding to the walkability, beauty, and functionality of the neighborhood, the building is a landmark statement and a welcome addition. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #90 · The Meaning of Design with Cheryl Durst

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 48:02


In this week's episode of The Square, Corgan's HR Director Halima McWilliams sits down with Executive Vice President & CEO of the International Interior Design Associate (IIDA), Cheryl Durst. Educator, trailblazer, futurist, and first African American woman to be inducted in the Industry Hall of Fame, Cheryl discusses freedom of the imagination and how the seed of design starts with “thinking.”   The IIDA community is made up of the best and brightest interior designers and creatives in the industry and the non-profit provides student scholarships, international programming, and networking and mentoring opportunities along with competitions and events to elevate the design profession. Tune in and learn more about how the IIDA supports the designers who are defining our industry. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #89 · VES

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 35:25


Superheroes, crumbling buildings, mega monsters, and sci-fi movies; visual effects make everything you can imagine real. In this episode, Colin Campbell, visual effects expert for more than 50 feature films and Chair of the Visual Effects Society, elaborates on the history and evolution of VFX and what we can expect from this technology in the future. Virtual reality and special effects can create an immersive experience in architecture and design, bringing the not-yet-built environment to life. Join us in this Curious Conversation and learn the transformational power of special effects to make the designer's vision a reality. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #88 · What's the Hold-Up? - Green Roofs

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Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 34:45


In this week's episode of TheSquare, architect Gabriel Oros introduces his new series, “What's the Hold-Up?” where he discusses how designers can embrace new trends and advances in architecture design. In this inaugural interview, he invites Mahdi Alkhami, Design Researcher IV of Hugo and expert in high-performing sustainable design, to explain the advantages of green roofs and their positive impact on the environment.   Join us and learn how biophilic design can improve air quality, increase insulation, lead to energy savings, reduce the “urban heat island” effect, and more, and how designers can harness the power of nature to improve the built environment. Tune in to this and future episodes in this series to hear from Corgan's top thought leaders and stay on the leading edge of the architecture and design industry.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #87 · Deconstructing Technical Design

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Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 45:05


What are Technical Design Services? The nuts and bolts behind design architecture. Corgan's in-house specialty Technical Design team troubleshoots problems and brings practicality, wisdom, and processes to fulfill the architect's vision. In this episode, Chris Johnson, Principal and Director of Technical Design Services, discusses the how and why behind checking spec drawings to maintain consistency, creating contractor specifications to execute construction, and standardizing organized systems for technical documentation. The Technical Services team are the problem solvers our architects turn to for advice on how to foresee errors and problems.  Join us and learn why Corgan is one of the few firms to bring this dedicated technical specialty in-house, and how the firm relies on them for our strength and agility in delivering a superior quality product. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com #technicaldesign #architecturedesign #architecturespecialist #specifier    

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TheSquare Ep #86 · Wells Fargo's Net Positive Campus

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 22:49


When Wells Fargo moved its offices to Las Colinas, it had a specific goal in mind—for its building to achieve LEED Platinum and be net zero. In this episode, Nate DeVore, Vice President of Corgan's Commercial Studio, gives us an inside look at how Wells Fargo teamed up with Corgan to plan and design the first net-positive corporate campus ever built in the U.S.  Comprised of two office towers totaling 800,000+ square feet along with a 4,000-square foot parking garage, Corgan collected empirical research, ran energy models, and analyzed data to calculate how the building could reach 5% above net zero by reducing energy usage intensity (EUI) per year—designing a building that produced more energy on-site than it consumes. Discover how Corgan incorporated innovative energy initiatives, including solar panels, electricity, efficient equipment, sustainable building materials, natural sunlight, and self-tinting windows to reduce carbon emissions and reach a net positive. Join us to learn about sustainable design and how corporations are finding new ways to protect our environment.   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #85 · VFX & Story

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 49:36


When it comes to architectural storytelling, MediaLab's videos and renderings are only limited by the imagination. In this episode of The Square, Brandon Carmichael sits down with Corgan's Vice President and VFX Creative Director Ludo Michaud as they pull back the curtain to reveal the tools and techniques behind video creation and filmmaking.  Working on the visual effects for such blockbuster movies as Spy Kids, Wolverine: Origins, Night in the Museum, and Despicable Me, Ludo funnels his knowledge and skills for using VFX, motion graphics, and life-action photography to bring ideas to life. If you love movies and special effects, tune in and learn about the technology professional filmmakers use to enhance video production, and how MediaLab creates moving images to illustrate architecture and design.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #84 · ZAPVIZ

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 74:08


Lights. Camera. Action! Tune in this week as MediaLab's Ludo Machaud and John Higgs join the creatives of Zapir Vizualizations, aka ZAPVIZ, who've traveled all the way from Buenos Aires, Argentina, to talk about the past, present, and future of imagining technology and its impact on architectural renderings. Don't miss this deep dive into everything from paint brushes and pencils to AI, CG-Integration, VR, and 3D augmented virtual reality and how motion graphics and special effects have influenced how images are created, radically changing the design industry over the past 30 years.  Meet Martin and Julieta and discover the insights and opinions of these young design professionals and how they use visualization techniques to bring architectural renderings alive through photography, lighting, animation, film, and immersive experiences. Learn how music, movies, and art inspire their most creative ideas and artistic solutions as they connect with the storytellers from MediaLab to unravel the mysteries of graphic design imaging and cutting-edge technologies in this episode of The Square.  ABOUT US — ZAPIR VISUALIZATIONS (zapviz.com) Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #83 · Wanda Dalla Costa

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 35:53


In celebration of National Women's Month, Corgan's Human Resources Director Halima McWilliams sat down with Wanda Dalla Costa, the first woman architect in First Nations in Canada, a professor at Arizona State, and Founding Director of the Tawaw Architecture Collective. In this inspiring conversation, Wanda takes us on what began as a six-month backpacking trip to Australia and turned into a seven-year journey, exploring indigenous cultures, urban environments, and buildings on seven continents around the world.  Passionate about how place-based design and connecting with nature is required for humans to thrive, Wanda feels designers should understand and align with the beliefs of indigenous tribes, giving them special agency over their environment to preserve their lifestyle, history, and culture. Join us and learn how collective creative intelligence and stewardship of the natural world can shape architecture and design in this episode of The Square.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #82 · Multifamily Development

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 29:15


As work and leisure become more fluid and seamless, people are flocking to the urban core for the desirable lifestyle, convenient amenities, and high density that provide human connection. In this episode of The Square, discover how this trend is sparking an explosion in urban multifamily developments, shaping our streetscapes and communities, and changing the rhythm of our lives.  Join us as Luke Brohmer, Senior Associate in our Commercial Studio, explores how design impacts neighborhoods through walkability, materiality choices, and amenity spaces that create placemaking and permanency. He'll give you an inside look at the upcoming projects that will change the Dallas cityscape, making our city a more vibrant, sophisticated, and attractive place to live.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #81 · AmTech Career Academy

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 21:19


To meet the changing needs of education in Amarillo, Corgan transformed a 1950s Sears building into the AmTech Career Academy and Placement Center, offering courses in health sciences, technology, machining/auto body, food services, media production, and more.   In this episode, Lance Melton, Vice President of our Education Studio, shares how educators and the community came together in a shared sense of purpose to give students opportunities to learn skills in trades and careers. Join us and discover how this award-winning project caught the attention of educators across the nation and how intentional design can create spaces for real-world training to encourage personal and professional growth.    Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #80 · Practice Technology

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 31:06


With technology moving at warp speed and new design tools introduced every day, how does a company of this size choose the right tools and training to improve overall performance? Ryan Smothers, our Practice Technology Specialist of more than 16 years, discusses the research and thought behind embracing new tools to increase productivity. Join us for this episode of The Square for tips on curating and adopting technology that empowers architects to design more efficiently and find out how training can make tools more accessible and adaptable to shape the quality and output of work. Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/ Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you. Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #79 · Year In Review

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 49:32


Don't miss this 2023 recap as the group of creatives from MediaLab riffs on the creative content that inspired them the most during the hottest year on record -- from books, concerts, videos, and podcasts to whiskey, wine, movies, and music.  Sharpen your pencil and note their top recommendations for the most riveting pop culture, zany streaming documentaries, and engaging media content they experienced in this entertaining and revealing commentary from Corgan's storytellers and filmmakers. Join us as they share their personal and professional opinions on life and media and what we can look forward to in 2024.   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #78 · Decoding Master Planning

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 37:09


Watch this episode the Square as Joe Haver, Principal of our Commercial Studio, explores the elements, tools, and best practices that go into master planning – the very foundation that shapes the rhythm, character, and connectivity of urban neighborhoods and communities.  Whether providing long-term feasibility studies for developers, gauging the market for future funding, or designing amenities, retail, and multi-family housing to support corporations, the master plan provides the visioning and design solutions for thoughtful, sustainable, and desirable urban environments that influence how we live, work, and play.  Join us and discover how master planning has shaped the character and identity of some of Dallas' most enduring and distinguished parks and neighborhoods, enhancing our culture and quality of life.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/   Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #77 · Architecture and Film: Holiday Movies

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 35:10


What are you watching this holiday season? James Adams and Brandon Carmichael recommend three must-see holiday films to put on your movie watchlist. Explore the iconic buildings and homes that set the scenes for our most enduring and memorable Christmas classics and how directors harness the power of architecture to create settings that resonate and entertain audiences year after year.   Tune into this special holiday episode of The Square and curl up to watch your holiday favorites. Season's greetings from our family to yours. We wish you a peaceful and joyful holiday and a Happy New Year!   #diehard #elf #homealonemovie  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #76 · Architecture and Film: Setting

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 46:32


Our architecture and film series presents two award-winning movies by foreign directors. Rooted in different genres – one a period piece set in 1790 and the other a futuristic sci-fi –were shot on location in remarkable settings which set the tone for both films.   Tune in to this episode with Brandon Carmichael and John Adams as they examine how spaces in movies shape the lives and relationships of the characters who dwell within them. Join us on this journey as we explore the architecture of an eighteenth-century castle in Great Britain and a modern house in Norway and the roles these buildings play in these riveting films.     Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/   Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan   Video Produced by: Corgan   Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.   Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #75 · Lessons and Opportunities in Data-Driven Design

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 35:25


Psychology drives our approach to space design, yet complexities and unknowns in human behavior can often make user needs and outcomes unpredictable. In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Flores, Director of Hugo, and discuss how data-driven design takes the guesswork out of behavior to shape the user experience.  From helping passengers navigate airports or healthcare facilities to supporting how people work, learn, and live, Hugo probes and investigates new technologies in sensorial data and emotional response to enhance functionality and beauty in the built environment. Join us and find out how data produces measurable results to influence design for a more empathetic and human-centric user experience.  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #69 · Hybrid Report: Spaces for Culture and Connection

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 25:51


Designing for a hybrid workforce means delivering on new and evolving expectations for the office—to bring us together and to encourage a sense of belonging. Listen in as David Euscher, Interiors Studio Leader, unpacks the findings from Corgan's Hybrid Report, a survey of 1000 hybrid employees from across the nation—exploring how the modern office is about more than general proximity. Rather, it is an opportunity and a call for employers to create moments of connection and foster motivation. From building relationships and retaining top talent to shaping a positive office culture, learn how workplace design powers the way we work.

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TheSquare Ep #68 · Samantha Flores Profile

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 34:34


Glimpse what's in store for architecture and design with futurist and visionary Samantha Flores, Director of our Hugo Team. Learn how Hugo, Corgan's innovation and research arm, uses data and technology to predict future trends in human behaviors and emerging technologies as well as global environmental topics. In this riveting episode, Samantha reveals the early influencers who sparked her fascination with architecture and continue to drive her to seek cutting-edge ideas and discoveries that will transform the world as we know it and change our approach to architecture and design for future generations.   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/ Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you. Email: communications@corgan.com  

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TheSquare Ep #67 · Architecture and Film with James Adams

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 52:23


Grab your popcorn! This episode of The Square dives into the influence architects have on movies. Film buffs Brandon Carmichael and James Adams examine the role of architecture as viewed through the camera lens, and how iconic buildings and interior spaces play an integral part in set design and filmmaking. Join us for this revealing conversation about films by such distinguished directors as Alfred Hitchcock, Wes Anderson, James Cameron, and Christopher Nolan, and how they use architecture to tell the story and resonate with audiences by capturing the essence of culture and sense of place. We're excited to celebrate our firm roots in theater design with a series exploring the intersection of architecture and film—so, sit back and enjoy this premier episode. #filmmaking #architectureinspiration #architectureinfilm   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #66 · Workplace Redefined

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 16:45


With the growing popularization of hybrid work, how does the modern office support the needs, challenges, and evolved expectation of the workforce? Corgan's nationwide study of 1,000 hybrid workers provides insights on the state of hybridity—its impact on focus, connection, retention and more. Listen in to this episode of The Square as Emily Strain, Director of Workplace Strategy, and Melissa Hoelting, Senior Design Research Lead of Hugo discuss the role of design in how we work.  #hybridwork #flexibleworking #corgan  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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A Creative Conversation w/ Lara and Fredrik of Space Popular

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 38:15


This episode takes us to Space Popular in Spain to meet the creative design duo Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg who create immersive media to experience architecture and design in the metaverse. Discover the magic and mechanics in the virtual realm that takes us on journeys through time and space – from portals in fantasy and fiction to ancient museums, and even to cities in space. Join us on this episode of TheSquare and learn about the future of VR and spatial experiences that bridge the real and the imagined. #spacepoplar #corgan #spatialdesign  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #65 · Scripting with Tainia Madah

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 19:19


In this episode, Architect and Project Designer Tania Madah investigates how tapping into the power of scripting not only revolutionizes the design process but also adds efficiencies that empower more human, meaningful design. Listen in to learn how scripting is changing the future of architecture and how we practice at Corgan.  #scripting #computerprogramming #corgan #digitaldesign  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #64 · No Waiting Room

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Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 32:58


No one likes waiting, especially for their healthcare provider. Take a look at how Corgan designed a self-rooming model that does away with the waiting room altogether. Improving throughput and streamlining operations by creating a central touchpoint and tapping into the power of technology, patients can spend more face time with their physicians.  Listen in as Jordan Gill, Senior Associate in the Healthcare Studio, shares how the new model and innovative design reshape the patient experience as we say  goodbye to the waiting room. #healthcare #healthcaredesign #corgan  Learn more:  https://www.corgan.com/news-insights/2023/goodbye-waiting-rooms Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #63 · David Rose | Explore

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Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 33:58


In this episode, David Rose, recipient of the 2022 Corgan Explore program, takes us on a journey to discover Scandinavian architecture and explore how daylighting enhances the visual experience. David spent ten days traveling in Iceland, Norway, and Denmark in search of some of the world's most influential buildings and tells the story behind how Nordic light shapes beautiful and meaningful spaces. In his curated video documentary David Does Scandinavia, David explores the nine pillars of Nordic light as a universal element in architecture and interior design. In his video, he illustrates how sculpting and capturing light creates compelling and memorable shapes -- from light carved from clerestory windows in the Oslo City Hall to the soft diffused natural lighting reflected Iceland's Church of Seltjarnarnes. Join us to learn more in this fascinating commentary on Nordic light and its influence on modern and contemporary architecture. David's Video: https://youtu.be/GbApJp1SA-s   #nordicarchitecture #daviddoes #architecturevlog   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/ Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan   Video Produced by: Corgan   Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you. Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #62 · Selah

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 30:10


Jefferson Street—the rhythm and lifeblood of North Nashville ceased to exist when Interstate I-40 roared through the neighborhood and split the community. The once vibrant district rich in history, culture, and economic prosperity sharply fell into poverty and decline. In an optimistic hope to restore and resurrect North Nashville, a team of architecture students from Tuskegee University designed Selah, a mixed-use commercial development offering museums, learning enrichment facilities, and business centers interspersed with outdoor walking paths, gardens, and greenspace to serve local residents within the underprivileged community. The design garnered first place in the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students (NOMAS) for the 2022 Barbara G. Laurie Design Competition. In this episode, Team Captains Trenton Scott and Tyler Littles share the video and concept behind their team's passion project. Join us as these fifth-year architecture students explore how design can shape our vision for the future and reclaim underserved communities.  #nomas #minorityarchitects #studentarchitects #nashville  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #61 · Road to the Majestic

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 62:14


Every building has a story—just waiting to be told as seen through the filmmaker's lens. John Higgs, Brandon Carmichael, and Luke Boney of Corgan's MediaLab give us an inside look at the Majestic Studio as they reveal the tools and techniques used in cinematography. Discover the story behind MediaLab's humble beginnings and how through trial and error, the team perfected the art of visual storytelling in architecture and design, culminating in the opening of the Majestic Studio. Tour the studio and control room outfitted with top-of-the-line video and audio recording equipment, lighting, and set design and hear about the inspiration behind the signature multi-colored LED backdrop screen--all in this episode of TheSquare. Toyota NA Headquarters Unveiling: https://vimeo.com/131000423 The Fossil Story: https://vimeo.com/corganmedialab/fossil #Corgan #MediaLab #Majestic Studio #architecturephotography #cinematography Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/   Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan Video Produced by: Corgan   Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you. Email: communications@corgan.com

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A Curious Conversation w/ Professor Amma Asamoah · Tuskegee University · TheSquare

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 35:48


Inspired by her activist mother who encouraged her at a young age to improve their neighborhood in New Jersey, Amma O. Asamoah dedicated her career to designing architecture in underserved communities. Earning her Master's in Sustainable Architecture in Philadelphia and her BA in Architecture and Construction at Tuskegee University in Alabama, today Professor Asamoah teaches architect students at Tuskegee to connect with their roots and design with empathy. As architects, she says it's our responsibility to shape communities and build meaningful places -- to push further, question, dig deeper, and tell our stories. As a parent, professor, NOMA advisor, designer, and founder of the Legacy Project in Ghana, Amma has come full circle as a young activist and leader in education and architecture. Listen in as she weaves her tapestry of ancestry, academia, diversity, and heritage in this episode of TheSquare. #tuskegeeuniversity #bipoc #sustainability #tuskegee   Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/   Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan   Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.   Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #60 · Frisco and Scaling for Fast Growth

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 37:22


Over the past several years, the city of Frisco and the district have witnessed exponential growth—topping national charts and headlines. Wrestling with growing enrollment and projections of increasing demand, Frisco ISD tapped Corgan to scale its infrastructure with new schools and expansions and upgrades of existing campuses while preserving the quality of education that had become synonymous with the district. For Brett Sumrow, leader of the Education Studio, it has been a more than two-decade partnership in planning, prototyping, and stewarding resources to help design a district that has built a nationwide reputation for personalized, future-ready learning. In this episode of TheSquare, we'll explore the challenges and opportunities of a quickly growing district and how a student-centric approach inspired the enduring success of the district. #friscotexas #friscoisd #education #educationdesign Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/   Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan   Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.   Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #59 · Metro Edge Case Study

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 23:11


As data centers power how we live and work, facilities are moving into urban areas and becoming the fabric of our lives and neighborhoods. Find out how data centers increasingly serve as an anchor and catalyst for our communities, bringing more job opportunities, support to local businesses, and reduced latency. In this episode of TheSquare, join Associate Kyle Johnson and discover how Metro Edge's IMD1 Data Center is transforming a Chicago medical district with a beautifully designed five-story high-rise complete with office space, glazing, custom lighting, sustainability, vegetation, and even public art. Find out the future of data centers and how they are evolving from linear buildings on sprawling sites in rural areas to sophisticated buildings in our urban core – and the challenges that come with designing on a smaller footprint. #datacenters #datacentersolutions #metroedge #chicago Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/   Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan   Video Produced by: Corgan   Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you. Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #58 · Mental Health and Education

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 32:13


With a renewed focus of how the built environment impacts the wellbeing of its users, Corgan's Education practice expands typical notions of mental health to consider the unique challenges of students through their educational journey. Education design has long considered how best to support the mental health of students including those with anxiety, stress, depression or formal diagnosis such as Autism or ADHD. However, in this episode of TheSquare, Chloe Hosid, Design Researcher at Corgan, shares the several other mental, social, emotional, and behavioral experiences in student development that profoundly influence how they perceive and engage with their space, their curriculum, others, and themselves. From the pressure to grow up faster to developing a sense of self, learn how education design can better meet students where they are—responding more empathetically to how these challenges evolve through their academic career and creating spaces that empower them as the leaders of tomorrow.   #corgan #education #architecture #design #students #mentalhealth Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/ Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan   Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you. Email: communications@corgan.com

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TheSquare Ep #57 · Tai Kolisnyk Profile

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 21:37


One of Corgan's Project Specialists of the Education Studio, Tai started as a summer intern after coming to the US from the Ukraine to pursue her education in architecture, and she has been here ever since. After watching her mother work as a math and physics school teacher and learning the ins and outs of the profession, designing schools comes naturally to her. “Kids are curious creatures by nature, and teachers want to do a good job, so we help by designing buildings where they can work together,” she says. Despite the unrest in Ukraine, she says the communal aspect of the Ukrainian people remains strong as they are kindling a spirit of courage and positivity. “Even though the war has ravaged much of the country, people still find moments of celebration and joy, and hope to rebuild a new cultural identity expressed through architecture.”  For creative expression, Tai speaks three languages and is learning Korean, listens to K-Pop, and plays bass guitar. Find out how the Ukrainian culture and her upbringing influence Tai as an architectural designer in this episode of TheSquare.  #corgan #architecture #education #Ukraine  Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com

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A Curious Conversation w/Jennifer Zientz · Neuroplasticity · TheSquare

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 48:05


Brain Health is at the top of everyone's mind these days. New research is finding we can optimize peak performance, rebound from head injuries, and live happy and healthy lives well into advanced age, according to Jennifer Zientz with UTD's Center for BrainHealth. The power of neuroplasticity makes possible expanding the potential and ability of the brain. Tapping into new research uncovers powerful tools to reorganize, restructure, change, and in many ways retrain the brain.   With strong research to demonstrate how our mental wellness and brains are impacted by the consequences of rumination, negative thought cycles, and multi-tasking and how more positive cognitive strategies can encourage a new pattern of responses and experiences, the concept of neuroplasticity offers an opportunity to reshape how we move through our world and our lives.  Similarly, in this Curious Conversation, we learn how to become an architect of our own brain through Strategic Memory and Advanced Reasoning Tactics (SMART). Jennifer shares how the research and tools of neuroplasticity can empower how you work and think to unleash your brain's greatest potential.  #brainhealth #multitasking #neuroplasticity  Visit: Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We'd love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com