Not Complicated - Just Green
A podcast of common sense for better construction.
Episodes
Final episodes of series don't get better than this! We draw the curtains with a captivating conversation with Carl Seville, a luminary in sustainability. This green-builder-turned-expert-consultant is charting an impressive path in the construction industry, challenging norms and making substantial contributions to green building practices with his brainchild, SK Collaborative. Wish you knew how to construct a greener buildin...
Today, we welcome Morgan Villar, founder of the nonprofit, Dignity Homes, to discuss Christianity's complex relationship with capitalism, and how it can be wielded as a force for positive change. Can her ministry truly reverse the damages of industrialization and transition towards a more sustainable future? We contemplate the power of consumer education in sparking a shift towards sustainable building practices and the rise o...
Could we transform the way we inhabit our planet by reimagining the built world around us? We're thrilled to be joined by Gene Kansas and Ted Bradford who shed light on the untapped potential within preservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse. We delve into the critical difference between mere building ownership and strategic real estate investment. Gene and Ted opine on the importance of viewing existing buildings as preci...
Today, we welcome Daniel Hall, from Architects Builders Collaborative, sharing his insights into the vital improvements needed in building standards and the creation of affordable, green, and low carbon footprint multi-family developments. Could the construction industry be on the brink of a monumental shift, one that not only changes traditional building methods but also empowers citizens and communities in an unprecedented way? <...
Today, we have the pleasure of introducing Jillian Japka, the Development Manager at Third & Urban. She is a seasoned professional with a strong focus on mixed-use, multi-family, value-add, and emerging markets. Her expertise spans underwriting, entitlement, design development, and construction management. Furthermore, Jillian's passion for minimalist design is evident in her portfolio of over 300 published articles on min...
Today, we welcome Ryan Bowersox, founder and CEO of Bowersox Innovation Group, with over 20 years of success creating and managing businesses. Ryan and his team have a wealth of experience in real estate development and sustainable best practices, with projects that test the limits and push against boundaries for eco-positive housing.
Sustainable housing is just the tip of the iceberg for Ryan, as he's jumped head fir...
Today, we're joined by Jessika Nelson-Woynicz, whose prolific career as an architect and developer has earned her awards and recognition across the southeast. She grew her expertise in Placemaking while working for large, national multifamily and mixed use developers.
We delve into the versatility of how innovative projects are addressing housing needs, emphasizing the importance of unique, community-centric housing o...
Today we're joined by Booker T Washington, a visionary and strategic property developer with deep roots in his southwest Atlanta community, and an expertise in technology. His micro home pocket community is the first of its kind to be developed by an African American, the first in the US to feature modern aesthetics, and the largest community of micro housing in Georgia.
Booker is building something different, prov...
Today, we’re joined by John Moores who was the Mixed-Use Studio Director for Nelson Worldwide, has held several positions within the AIA from Chair of Young Architects Forum to Secretary of AIA Atlanta, and was more recently involved in the Urban Land Institute Center for Leadership, and is currently on the Creative Development Council.
John founded the firm Lupo Group, a third party real estate consulting practice exclusively enga...
Today, we are joined by Desmond Johnson, one of very few people who has the unique opportunity to participate as an architect, and as a developer, and he was appointed to Atlanta’s Urban Design Commission, where he’s assumed the role of chair and continues to guide the shifting landscape of America’s fourth largest city.
He advocates for much-needed diversity in the profession, dismantling systemic barriers and leveraging his plat...
Kristine’s strength is her breadth of experience in all facets of development. She's developed numerous multifamily and mixed-use projects throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, including over 6,500 apartments. A graduate of the Rollins College Hamilton Holt program, Kristine is VP of Development for Bridge Investment Group and has started her own development and consulting company with a focus on multifamily, buil...
Yvonne and Randall Dragon, founders of The Dragon Group, discuss their mission to revolutionize the construction industry by infusing sustainability and diversity. They emphasize the need to expose underrepresented communities, particularly black and brown youth, to careers in architecture and sustainable entrepreneurship. They hope to close the diversity gap in the industry in the hopes that more community-oriented, environmentall...
Gene Kansas is a preservationist of historical buildings, and cultural developer who specializes in commercial real estate. He's the founder and CEO of Gene Kansas Commercial Real Estate, host of Sidewalk radio, and founder of Constellations, an innovative workplace combining passion, purpose, and professional pursuit, among many other remarkable endeavors. Enjoy!
This podcast is presented by Creative Interface Architecture an...
Matt Hoots, the president of Sawhorse construction, one of Atlanta’s premier residential remodeling firms. Known for their innovation, professionalism, and energy-efficient building practices, winning more than 100 national & regional awards. It’s easy to find Matt’s content on YouTube with great series like the green myth busters, fresh air Fridays, and lots of great videos on everything from understanding insulation, to sel...
Corbett Lunsford is an Atlanta-based home performance expert, the author of the book Home Performance Diagnostics, and inventor of the #TinyLab, the world's highest performance tiny house, and toured the US before settling down in Atlanta, Georgia. Corbett teaches professionals through his Building Performance Workshop, he’s hosted over 500 YouTube videos and 80 interviews for the Building Performance Podcast. They created th...
Terry is a licensed architect and he serves his community as a member of city council, chairman of the downtown development authority, board of directors for cultural arts council, community character coalition, and the Atlanta regional commission's livable city committee. Enjoy!
This podcast is presented by Creative Interface Architecture and Interiors.
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Sarah King is with Kilroy Realty, a real estate investment trust, or REIT. Kilroy partners with world-class architects, designers, and artists who share their passion for inspiring tenants and communities, to create over 15 million square feet in a portfolio of commercial office space, multi-family properties, and life science facilities. They are committed to providing sustainable communities that protect and maintain the health ...
Duncan Ward, the visionary behind Classroom of Hope, leads an initiative constructing resilient schools in remote regions of Rwanda, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Indonesia. With 84 schools established, they've empowered over 24,000 students. Notably, in June 2021, they pioneered the world's inaugural Block school and APAC's premier Block Home, utilizing innovative Block Solutions technology and recycled plastic. Thei...
Markus Silfverberg, the visionary behind Block Solutions, leads a company dedicated to affordable and sustainable housing, aiming to provide fresh starts for those in need. By generating employment and establishing dependable housing, they foster prosperity through locally run factories. Rooted in the Sustainable Development Goals, their ethos prioritizes impactful business practices, aiming to combat climate change, block by block...
Patrick Chopson, a co-founder at cove.tools, is instrumental in supporting architects, engineers, contractors, building owners, and publicly traded corporations. Leveraging digital automation, they streamline cost optimization for buildings, their systems, and construction materials. Their user-friendly tools offer rapid metrics and visual data, empowering client discussions and design choices. From initial energy analysis to compr...
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