Open Plan Podcast Emily Khalid Zand and Maria Pastorelli
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If you're an architect, currently studying to become one, or just curious about the profession, this podcast is for you! Cohosts Emily Zand and Maria Pastorelli talk candidly about all things architecture, careers, life, and struggles they face on the path of becoming architects. Join them in building a community that fosters more transparency in architecture with content that is relatable to young professionals and students.
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#36 / I'm licensed... now what? ft. Architect Caitlin Brady from Architectette
On another incredible interview, Maria and Emily sit down with Caitlin Brady, host of the Architectette Podcast! What happens when you're done with exams and can finally call yourself an architect? Listen in to hear more about how to advocate for yourself while being one of the youngest in the room, career progression and importance of life outside of the office.
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#35 / International Students in College (and Architecture!)
It's finally here! Maria shares all of her most useful tips and tricks she learned from her experience as an international student going to college in the United States. Even if you're not in the architecture field, this episode is packed full of amazing advice.
00:00 - Getting to college
15:20 - In-college experience
34:15 - Post-college advice
43:25 - Listener Questions
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#34 / ARE Series: How to PASS Programming & Analysis
In our next installment of the ARE 5.0 Series, Emily goes solo to talk about the 4th exam in our recommended test order - Programming & Analysis! She covers the content of the key sections in the test, goes over practice questions, and covers study resources + miscellaneous tips that YOU need to PASS this exam! Good luck to everyone studying - we are rooting for you! Be sure to follow @openplanpodcast on Instagram for even more ARE content & fun architecture tips and tricks.
Timestamps:
5:50 - Content of test & practice questions
26:45 - Miscellaneous tips
28:17 - Resources
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RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Ballast (PPI) Review Manual
Building Construction Illustrated
Site Planning and Design Handbook
Problem Seeking
The Secretary of the Interior Standards for Historic Preservation
Black Spectacles Practice Quizzes
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#33 / Summer Recap: Eras Tour, Brazil Wedding and what we did this summer
Get ready for an unfiltered catch up of what happened this summer! It's been a whirlwind of life events and we are catching you up on all things wedding, Eras Tour, vacations and we get a bit ~deep~ at the end. We hope you enjoy! Here are timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:30 Eras Tour Recap
9:30 Emily in Atlanta
11:03 Hamptons Bachelorette
13:43 Brazil Wedding
44:10 Maria's Takeaways
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#32 / Habits to Be More Present & Mindful in Everyday Life
In this episode, Emily and Maria share practical habits they are incorporating into their daily life that breaks up the monotony of the everyday grind & brings the joy back into simply LIVING. We hope this episode inspires you!
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#31 / ARE Series: How to PASS Construction & Evaluation
In our next installment of the ARE 5.0 Series, Emily goes solo to talk about the 3rd exam in our recommended test order - Construction & Evaluation! She covers the content of the key sections in the test, goes over practice questions, and covers study resources + miscellaneous tips that YOU need to PASS this exam! Good luck to everyone studying - we are rooting for you! Be sure to follow @openplanpodcast on Instagram for even more ARE content & fun architecture tips and tricks.
Timestamps:
4:06 - Content of test & practice questions
17:55 - Study Resources
28:00 - Miscellaneous tips
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RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice (AHPP)
AHPP Wiley Guide
AIA Contracts
Ballast (PPI) Review Manual
Hyperfine Architecture
Building Construction Illustrated
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Customer Reviews
Love the show!
Emily and Maria are wonderful! It’s so great to see two intelligent women talking about the realities of this industry. I wish this podcast was around when I was in arch school!
Love it!
I just discovered this podcast and I’m obsessed. I just binged all their episodes so far, & I love how relatable and authentic Emily and Maria are. I feel like I’m learning while also catching up with friends. Keep it up ladies!
Authentic, personal, and funny!
Great podcast and can’t wait to hear more