This week David and Marina are joined by Craig Dykers, Co-Founder of Snøhetta, to discuss how architecture can cause both segregation and innovation in offices and in the U.S. Capitol; having meaningful dialogue with non-architects; the messiness of life; creating beautiful architecture that aids the larger society; the struggle for equality; a brief history of the contemporary profession of architecture and its current state; relying on theory in architecture; and more. Enjoy!
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00:00 The office space of Snøhetta.
04:24 The social segregation that can occur in an office and in government institutions as the result of space-planning and architecture.
16:13 Conveying the power of architecture to clients and other non-architects and the economics of building.
29:40 Brief history of the evolution of the profession of architecture.
37:07 Craig discusses the current and future of architecture.
40:34 The messiness of life and the world, the perfection that architects often seek.
47:20 The privilege of being an architect and his criticism of much of architectural theory.
01:01:25 Masterplanning and urban planning and data-drive design.
01:10:49 Building cultural bridges, knowing one’s weaknesses, and teaching.
01:16:20 Including different professions in Snøhetta and collaborating with people of other professions.
01:24:14 Concepts in architecture.
01:32:20 The importance of understanding people as an architect.
01:39:30 Developing a state-of-mind and having productive discourse in the office.
01:48:40 Craig shares what common qualities he sees in younger architects, social justice, and his personal background.
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About:
The Second Studio (formerly The Midnight Charette) is an explicit podcast about design, architecture, and the everyday. Hosted by Architects David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet, it features different creative professionals in unscripted and long-format interviews with thoughtful takes and personal discussions. Honesty and humor are used to cover a wide array of subjects.
Episode Types:
• GUEST INTERVIEWS: Interviews with leading professionals
• AFTER HOURS: Casual conversations
• FELLOW DESIGNER: Tips for designers
• DESIGN REVIEWS: Review of buildings and other projects