The Learning Objective

ThinkLab and SURROUND
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Welcome to The Learning Objective, the first podcast for the architecture and design community where you can receive credit for listening on the go, from ThinkLab and SANDOW DESIGN GROUP.

  1. Beyond Green: Rethinking Sustainability in Design

    3월 11일

    Beyond Green: Rethinking Sustainability in Design

    Explore the evolving role of sustainability in architecture and design with our guest, Avi Rajagopal, Editor-in-Chief at Metropolis, as we dive into key metrics, material selection, and the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change. After listening, you will be able to:  ·     Explore the Evolution of Sustainability in Architecture and Design   ·     Identify Emerging Tools and Innovations for Sustainable Design   ·     Assess the Impact of Collaborative Efforts in Driving Sustainability   ·     Decode the Metrics of Sustainability in Design. Take this short, 5-question quiz to receive your CEU credits: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8PJNLNB This episode is accredited for IDCEC, AIA | 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU Special thanks to our CEU episode sponsors, Humanscale, for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    41분
  2. The Delight of Water

    2024. 12. 03.

    The Delight of Water

    In this episode, we dive into the emotional and sensory connections people have with water and address rising concerns about its quality. Experts Mike Sale (Delta Faucet) and Dr. Elena Berg (The American University of Paris) discuss water conservation, thoughtful design, and innovations like tankless reverse osmosis. Discover how sustainable water use and design impact water systems and our collective responsibility in tackling water challenges.  Special thanks to our CEU episode sponsor Delta Faucet for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry.  Want CEU credit for your time? Head to our page to find out how. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    32분
  3. Designing for Data

    2024. 10. 22.

    Designing for Data

    In this episode we explore how technology is transforming real estate strategy and design processes. Our guests, Brian McCourt from Cisco and Michael Gordon from Deloitte, discuss the critical role of tech in enhancing end user experience, indoor environmental quality, and informing strategic real estate decisions. Listeners will learn about the importance of early tech integration in the design process, and how leveraging data can lead to more informed, cost-effective outcomes. Here's how to complete your entire CEU podcast process in 3 simple steps: Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link, to take a short 5 question quiz.            *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU. Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from the CEU provider. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    34분
  4. Understanding the End User Decision-Making Process

    2024. 09. 24.

    Understanding the End User Decision-Making Process

    In this episode, we explore the future of customer decision-making in the built environment. Our guests, Amanda Schneider and Meredith Campbell, share insights from their Design Hackathon project which encompassed six months of intensive research. Engaging with end users across various sectors, their research worked to uncover the challenges and changes taking place in the end user decision-making processes. Listeners will learn about the key factors causing delays, the impact of increased focus on costs, and the strategies needed to navigate these complexities. After listening, you will be able to:  Understand how the doubling of internal decision-making committees over the last five years has increased complexity and risk aversion in the built environment sector.Identify the importance of value engineering (VE) as a proactive approach to manage cost uncertainty and why it should be an integral part of the project process.Recognize the need for storytelling with data, transforming raw data into actionable insights that help clients make informed decisions more effectively.Apply strategies to manage complex decision-making processes by aligning with clients' decision-making procedures and simplifying the presentation of data for better communication. READ THE TRANSCRIPT Here's how to complete your entire CEU podcast process in 3 simple steps: Step 1: Listen to the episode.  Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz.        *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU credits. Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from the CEU provider. Special thanks to our CEU episode sponsors, Allsteel, Keilhauer, Kimball International, and Teknion, for partnering with us to provide valuable insights on compelling topics for the design industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    36분
  5. Decoding Noise 

    2024. 06. 04.

    Decoding Noise 

    In this episode of The Learning Objective presented by Baresque, we discover how to up our awareness of noise in every sensory domain—exploring solutions for designing inclusively to provide higher levels of comfort and function for the everyday user.  In part one, you’ll learn from Steve Orfield, researcher and President at Orfield Labs, as he analyzes multi-sensory experiences and their impact on human cognitive behavior and perception. In part two, you’ll hear from Evan Benway, managing director at Moodsonic, to evaluate one specific sense, our auditory sense. Looking at a newer development, soundscaping and the challenges and advantages of manipulating sound to benefit the user experience.   After listening, you will be able to:  Understand the multi-sensory factors that contribute to noise. Incorporate a key principle of universal design. Uncover the psychological effects of auditory noise on human behavior and well-being.Discover the role of soundscaping on the user experience.   Complete the QUIZ HERE to get your IDCEC credits. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    33분
  6. Innovating Together: How Team Dynamics are Reshaping the AEC Industry

    2024. 02. 06.

    Innovating Together: How Team Dynamics are Reshaping the AEC Industry

    In this episode of The Learning Objective presented by BlueScope Building, we focus on the challenges and opportunities in the commercial construction industry. Exploring topics such as trust-based team formation, early collaboration, off-site construction, the role of technology, and team dynamics in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. This episode goes into how teams can adapt and work effectively together to achieve successful project outcomes.   After listening, you will be able to: Learn about the importance of humanizing team members, creating a culture of trust and open communication in construction projects. Uncover how off-site construction is revolutionizing the building industry, with insights into its environmental benefits, cost efficiency, and more.  Discover how architects can reframe problems and find innovative solutions, ultimately leading to more sustainable and cost-effective building projects.   Connect with our guest Rex Miller. Want CEU credit for listening? Click here to take the quiz and earn your certificate of completion.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31분
  7. Liquid Architecture: How Water Shapes Our Wellbeing

    2024. 01. 09.

    Liquid Architecture: How Water Shapes Our Wellbeing

    In this episode of The Learning Objective presented by Delta Faucet Company, ThinkLab explores the profound impact of water on our mental and physical health within the built environment. Our guests help us uncover the remarkable connection between exposure to water and improved psychological health, sharing intriguing statistics about the positive effects of water on creativity and idea generation.  We discuss the 15 patterns of biophilic design, ranging from nature in the space to natural analogs and nature of the space, and how architects and designers can apply them effectively to create environments that resonate with our innate connection to nature.   After listening, you will be able to: Learn why water in the built environment can have a more significant positive effect on mental well-being than green spaces. Explore the future possibilities of water-inspired designs and how they can contribute to a more sustainable and well-balanced built environment. Uncover practical strategies for incorporating water features into architectural projects to enhance occupants' mental and emotional states.  Connect with our guests: Dr. Wallace J. NicholsCatie Ryan Balagtas  Here's how to complete your entire CEU podcast process in 3 simple steps: Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link to take a short quiz. Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from the CEU provider  Accredited for: IDCEC, AIA | 0.5 CEU/0.5 LU See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    35분
  8. Is Mentorship Dead?

    2023. 09. 12.

    Is Mentorship Dead?

    In this episode, presented by Teknion, ThinkLab interviews Dost Bardouille, Director of Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility of Swinerton, and Nina Johnson, Senior Commercial Insights Manager at Armstrong Craven. They discuss the pitfalls of traditional mentorship and explore three additional solutions for career development and upskilling your talent in a modern era. Accredited for: IDCEC | 0.5 CEU.   After listening, you will be able to: Identify a key shift impacting career development today Compare three new methods used for engagement.Assess the D.E.I. benefits of champions Summarize the 7 considerations needed in designing a shadow board.   In part one, we sit down with Dost Bardouille of Swinerton to evaluate the pitfalls of traditional career development and compare two new methods of connection: sponsorship and champions. In part two, we sit down with Nina Johnson of Armstrong Craven to identify how implementing a shadow board, a tactic that major fashion house Gucci used, can provide employees with high-level engagement and, in turn, prove long-term success for a company's growth.   Want CEU credit for listening? Take the quiz and earn your certificate of completion. How it works: Step 1: Listen to the episode. Step 2: Visit this link to take a short, 5-question quiz. *Scoring an 80% or above on the quiz will earn you 0.5 CEU Step 3: Upon passing the quiz, receive your certificate of completion from CEU provider Teknion.  Connect with our expert guests on LinkedIn: Nina Johnson Dost Bardouille  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    33분
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Welcome to The Learning Objective, the first podcast for the architecture and design community where you can receive credit for listening on the go, from ThinkLab and SANDOW DESIGN GROUP.

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