Design Wise 05 - John Rufo

Architect, Sam Kachmar, is our special guest on this episode. Sam's firm, SKA, is employing the latest technology and innovation, allowing their clients to virtually walk through their spaces before committing to a design. This really differentiates them from other firms and Sam talks about what led him to take the firm into the future of architecture. 

Michael Ferzoco of Eleven Interiors joins on on this episode of Design Wise. Michael has a very interesting life to date that includes being one of 17 kids that grew up in Roslindale, MA. Michael spent many years in the financial industry before leaving to start his own design firm. He has grown that firm to a team of 7 that are well renowned in New England for interior design. In addition, Michael is just a really great person, as evidence by how much his team loves him. Make sure you visit Eleven Interiors website at www.eleveninteriors.com

Architect, Michael Tartamella of Patrick Ahearn Architect, joins us on this episode of Design Wise.  Show Notes: Mike discusses his childhood in Long Island and how his architect uncle inspired him Mike went to Roger Williams University and played Volleyball He worked out of school doing some residential work, but wasn’t entirely inspired He started working with Patrick Ahearn 14 years ago He discusses their process and how it’s historically motivated. Hear him talk about scripting and how they apply it to new construction. Mike gives you the inside scoop on the HGTV dream house and what that process was like Architecture is a practice and they are constantly trying to improve on their craft

John Rufo, principle Architect at Form + Place, joins us on this episode of Design Wise. During our conversation we discuss everything from place making and what what means, streetscapes, and mixed use developments. John also gives us some insight as to his "side hustle" and how that dovetails with his work. https://www.formandplace.com/

Architect J.B. Clancy of Albert, Righter, and Tittmann (ART) joins us on this episode to discuss Boston Architecture and Net Zero Design. http://www.artarchitects.com/

On this episode of Design Wise, we talk to Interior Designer Eric Haydel. Eric shares his thoughts on the business of design, how to reach clients, diversity in the profession of interior design, and what it takes to develop your own product line. Design Wise is Sponsored by Hawthorn Builders www.hawthorn-builders.com

Our featured guest on this episode is artist Carolyn Mackin. In this conversation we find out about how Carolyn changed from photography to painting, where she thinks original art is headed, and how its going to get there. Carolyn is offering a free 3 page guide about "How to get the artwork of your dreams by collaborating with the right artist". You can download it here http://bit.ly/guide-to-custom-artwork Make sure you subscribe so you get all our latest episodes as soon as they air and rate us on itunes! Sponsored by www.hawthorn-builders.com

Our featured guest on this episode is Michael J Lee of Michael J Lee Photography. Michael is a renowned photographer based in Boston, MA. We discuss where he started, how he likes to work, and he shares some personal insights that you won't want to miss. Make sure you subscribe to this podcast so you will get all of our latest episodes as soon as they come out! www.michaeljleephotography.com Sponsored by www.hawthorn-builders.com