Doctoring Up Design

This is Doctoring Up Design is a lively, interactive lecture series presented by Design Hardware and held in their recently remodeled showroom on 3rd Street in Los Angeles. Doctoring Up Design was created to address your pain-points in the ever-changing world of design and architecture. This episode of Doctoring Up Design features one of the most knowledgeable and creative architects in the business today.

Duan Tran is a partner and principal designer with KAA Design, an award-winning California architecture firm that has been crafting architectural gems for over 30 years. Tran is a futurist if you will, one who knows not just where the industry is today, but where it’s going and that is how you see what’s now and what’s next.

I’m Josh Cooperman, host and publisher of Convo By Design and I had the opportunity to sit with Duan at the Design Hardware showroom to discuss this very idea of what residential design means now to those who both build and inhabit these spaces. Some really interesting ideas came out of this conversation, so sit back, or hit cruise control and enjoy this episode of Doctoring Up Design, presented by Design Hardware.

DESIGN HARDWARE’s recently remodeled and always evolving showroom is where you will find a gallery-style space with a thoughtful display of products purposefully positioned to allow unbridled exploration and discovery. High-end faucets, luxury tile, natural stone, wood floors and bespoke hardware selections are presented in a holistic manner, strategically arranged to stimulate creativity and transition your vision from the conceptual stage to a fully realized space. 

Conveniently located, free parking available. Stop by to find inspiration,  collect samples,  get expert advice and tackle everything on your shopping list-all in one place! Visit them online at Design Hardware dot com or in the real world, 6053 W. Third Street in Los Angeles.

This has been another episode of Doctoring Up Design, a podcast presented by Design Hardware. Thank you Duan for taking the time to catch up. Loved it.. Thank you for listening and subscribing to Doctoring Up Design. Please make sure you are subscribing to the show so you don’t miss a single episode. You can find all of the links to subscribe as well as contact the participants in the show notes. This is Doctoring Up Design, a podcast created to help the design and architecture industry navigate the constantly changing business climate. For more information on this and past episodes, check the show notes and visit design hardware dot com.

This is Doctoring Up Design is a lively, interactive lecture series presented by Design Hardware and held in their recently remodeled showroom on 3rd Street in Los Angeles. Doctoring Up Design was created to address your pain-points in the ever-changing world of design and architecture. This episode of Doctoring Up Design addresses the issues many homeowners face when trying to implement a true indoor outdoor lifestyle. They look to industry professionals to create the perfect outdoor space that is both functional and compliments the interior design. Many interior designers don’t get involved in projects that extend past the patio door and most landscape designers don’t cross that same threshold in the other direction leaving the potential for inconsistency in the overall design plan.

Our industry experts here include; Product expert, Garth Leavens, landscape designer, William Schnetz, architect, Michael Poirier and contractor, Jeremy Anseth.

For those in the industry, this is an educational and interactive workshop exploring new trends in outdoor living. Understanding new outdoor decking materials and technologies. You will Learn about specifying  outdoor decking for their clients, to increase their scope of knowledge, services, and potential for increased billings.

This event was held in-person and live in front of a studio audience at the newly remodeled Design Hardware showroom on Third Street in Los Angeles.

DESIGN HARDWARE’s recently remodeled and always evolving showroom is where you will find a gallery-style space with a thoughtful display of products purposefully positioned to allow unbridled exploration and discovery. High-end faucets, luxury tile, natural stone, wood floors and bespoke hardware selections are presented in a holistic manner, strategically arranged to stimulate creativity and transition your vision from the conceptual stage to a fully realized space. 

Conveniently located, free parking available. Stop by to find inspiration,  collect samples,  get expert advice and tackle everything on your shopping list-all in one place! Visit them online at Design Hardware dot com or in the real world, 6053 W. Third Street in Los Angeles.

This has been another episode of Doctoring Up Design, a podcast presented by Design Hardware. Thank you, Jeremy, Mike, Garth and William. Thank you for listening and subscribing to Doctoring Up Design. Please make sure you are subscribing to the show so you don’t miss a single episode. You can find all of the links to subscribe as well as contact the participants in the show notes. This is Doctoring Up Design, a podcast created to help the design and architecture industry navigate the constantly changing business climate. For more information on this and past episodes, check the show notes and visit design hardware dot com.

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This is Doctoring Up Design is a lively, interactive lecture series presented by Design Hardware and held in their recently remodeled showroom on 3rd Street in Los Angeles. Doctoring Up Design was created to address your pain-points in the ever-changing world of design and architecture. This episode of the show is not about pain points so, call it a wellness check. The following conversation is all about taking a new look at pairing, not matching, pairing indoor and outdoor spaces for a truly cohesive and blended design no matter what style you’re going for.

California Style has been predicated on use of outdoor spaces to increase whole home enjoyment. This can be traced back to The Case Study House Program introduced by Arts & Architecture magazine editor, John Entenza. The most innovative designers today are drawing inspiration from the past and implementing modern technology, materials and new ways of thinking about unleashing the full potential of outdoor spaces to accentuate indoor living. Or, perhaps it’s the other way around. These are the ideas we will be exploring during this conversation.

In addition, you are going to hear some extraordinary ideas from Ariel Johnson of design firm Ariel Fox Design and and architect, Anthony Laney of Laney LA. These concepts include; Biophillic design, addressing negative spaces, material sourcing, new product research, spacial programming, creating spiritual spaces, stargazing decks and so much more. This is Double Vision for Outdoor Livin’, on Doctoring Up Design, presented by Design Hardware.

DESIGN HARDWARE’s recently remodeled and always evolving showroom is where you will find a gallery-style space with a thoughtful display of products purposefully positioned to allow unbridled exploration and discovery. High-end faucets, luxury tile, natural stone, wood floors and bespoke hardware selections are presented in a holistic manner, strategically arranged to stimulate creativity and transition your vision from the conceptual stage to a fully realized space. 

Conveniently located, free parking available. Stop by to find inspiration,  collect samples,  get expert advice and tackle everything on your shopping list-all in one place! Visit them online at Design Hardware dot com or in the real world, 6053 W. Third Street in Los Angeles.

This has been another episode of Doctoring Up Design, a podcast presented by Design Hardware. Thank you, Ariel and Anthony. Thank you for listening and subscribing to Doctoring Up Design. Please make sure you are subscribing to the show so you don’t miss a single episode. You can find all of the links to subscribe as well as contact the participants in the show notes. This is Doctoring Up Design, a podcast created to help the design and architecture industry navigate the constantly changing business climate. For more information on this and past episodes, check the show notes and visit design hardware dot com.

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This is Doctoring Up Design is a lively, interactive lecture series presented by Design Hardware and held in their recently remodeled showroom on 3rd Street in Los Angeles. Doctoring Up Design was created to address your pain-points in the ever-changing world of design and architecture and over the past two years, there have been more than a few pain points to address. 

This episode features architect Mark Savary, associate with Landry design Group. Mark is an extraordinary architect working within one of the worlds most extraordinary design firms. Landry Design Group was founded in 1987 by Richard Landry and the firm has been recognized for their work ever since by the likes of Architectural Digest and the Robb Report. The firm’s superpower lies in the creative genius within the team of incredible architects. Mark Savary is one such associate. In he following 45 minutes, you are going to see why.

Savary joined Landry Design Group in 2006. He is a graduate of the “U” and caries a strong background in classical architecture. Within the firm, he heads the Image Committee and works on the management team that oversees the Mentor Program, of which, you will also hear. This is about teamwork and individual competition within a team concept. The firm produces some of the world’s most luxurious designs that are also as functional as they are luxe. Enjoy my conversation with architect, Mark Savary, but first…this.

DESIGN HARDWARE’s newly remodeled showroom is where you will find a gallery-style space with a thoughtful display of products purposefully positioned to allow unbridled exploration and discovery. High-end faucets, luxury tile, natural stone, wood floors and bespoke hardware selections are presented in a holistic manner, strategically arranged to stimulate creativity and transition your vision from the conceptual stage to a fully realized space. 

Conveniently located, free parking available. Stop by to find inspiration,  collect samples,  get expert advice and tackle everything on your shopping list-all in one place! Visit them online at Design Hardware dot com or in the real world, 6053 W. Third Street in Los Angeles.

Thank you Mark for taking the time to come out to Design Hardware and participate in this conversation. Thank you for listening to Doctoring Up Design  and make sure you are subscribing to the show. You can find all of the links to subscribe as well as contact the participants in the show notes. This is Doctoring Up Design, a podcast created to help the design and architecture industry navigate the constantly changing business climate. For more information on this and future episodes, check the show notes and visit design hardware dot com.

#DesignHardware #LandryDesignGroup #MarkSavary #Architecture

This is Doctoring Up Design is a lively, interactive lecture series presented by Design Hardware and held in their recently remodeled showroom on 3rd Street in Los Angeles. Doctoring Up Design was created to address your pain-points in the ever-changing world of design and architecture and over the past two years, there have been more than a few pain points to address.  

In this episode, we are talking about anxiety and how to manage it. This is about ways to unstressed ourselves and the timing for this could not be better. This chat, moderated by interior designer and star of NETFLIX hit House Doctor, Tracy Metro will uncover ideas behind taking what stresses us out, breaking it down and finding ways to relieve the pressure. Featured on the show today, designer Kim Colwell who uses interior psychology and feng shui to calm spaces and find balance. Cesar Giraldo, discusses his strategies for remaining calm through the stresses of life for the betterment of himself and his clients. Dr. Maya Hernandez, founder of House of Wellness, an organizational psychologist who helps her clients design their homes for wellness from the inside out. 

DESIGN HARDWARE’s recently remodeled and always evolving showroom is where you will find a gallery-style space with a thoughtful display of products purposefully positioned to allow unbridled exploration and discovery. High-end faucets, luxury tile, natural stone, wood floors and bespoke hardware selections are presented in a holistic manner, strategically arranged to stimulate creativity and transition your vision from the conceptual stage to a fully realized space. 

Conveniently located, free parking available. Stop by to find inspiration,  collect samples,  get expert advice and tackle everything on your shopping list-all in one place! Visit them online at Design Hardware dot com or in the real world, 6053 W. Third Street in Los Angeles.

This has been another episode of Doctoring Up Design, a podcast presented by Design Hardware. Thank you, Tracy, Kim, Dr. Hernandez, Cesar and Erika. Thank you for listening and subscribing to Doctoring Up Design. Please make sure you are subscribing to the show so you don’t miss a single episode. You can find all of the links to subscribe as well as contact the participants in the show notes. This is Doctoring Up Design, a podcast created to help the design and architecture industry navigate the constantly changing business climate. For more information on this and past episodes, check the show notes and visit design hardware dot com.

Doctoring Up Design was created to address your pain-points in the ever-changing world of design and architecture. Over the past two years, there have been more than a few pain points to address. 

Jennifer Connoly, senior project manager at Morley Builders, JD Crans, project management with Morley Builders and Nate Abramson, president of Design Hardware gathered for a conversation about the business, what has changed and what’s coming next. The following conversation is a deep dive into the challenges facing builders, architects and everyone looking to plan and complete a construction project in these….. If you were waiting for me to say “unprecedented times”, I’m not going to because we can’t keep calling these unprecedented. Yes, everyday is bringing new and unforeseen challenges. However, we have already seen tariffs and extreme cost increases. We have seen product shortages and supply chain disruptions. We have experience with severe weather and environmental conditions that disrupt or completely eliminate the ability to receive building and design materials. So, moving forward requires actions based on what we know combined with anticipatory planning. Topics covered include:

Project planning, staffing, budgeting, supply chain and cost controls, substituting materials, creating new product alternatives are discussed. You are also going to hear about how these experts view current and future changes in the industry. These changes require flexibility, specification adjustments, material substitutions and relying heavily on industry relationships. 

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Doctoring Up Design is a lively, interactive lecture series presented by Design Hardware and held in their recently remodeled showroom on 3rd Street in Los Angeles. This episode was recorded live from Design Hardware on June 24th, 2021 and it felt so good to be back, in person after so long. This conversation features designers Kristi Nelson, Kim Gordon and Krista Everage. This chat has been entitled, “Where’s My Chair?”, a cheeky way of addressing the current inventory supply chain that has been disrupted post pandemic due to a number of issue, not the least of which is the design business is booming and more product is being ordered from suppliers who don’t have the inventory in stock and shippers who can’t handle the volume. That being said, there are additional issues at play, and you are going to hear all about them along with many clever solutions and work arounds from our very gifted panel.

Kristi tells a story about a dispensary project that was highly designed with product being produced outside LA. Money was paid out and the business was waiting to open.  Product was delayed. But, because product was being manufactured in the US, it was still being produced. There were delays but not nearly as if it were being produced overseas. Kristi also looks to specify product that is physically closer to the project.

Kim and Krista discuss the benefits and pitfalls of the online search and specification process. There are challenges when it comes to size, scale and color. Computer and monitor settings affect true color and light reflection while size and scale cannot fully be determined on a screen alone. There is a greater need now for quality service, proper sales support and showroom servicing. With that comes a greater opportunity to respecify product and select accordingly for even the most demanding client.

Krista talks about “forever changes” in the business today. All three designers agree that there is a greater need to shift focus to locally specified, locally made from local materials and away from products made in China or any other country that isn’t practicing the highest standards in social justice, sustainably made and human rights. It appears there is a strong push for higher quality with a conscience.

These are just a few of the issues covered in this episode of Doctoring Up Design recorded at Design Hardware. I have said this many times, I believe it to be true… Architects and designers are futurists and provide amazing living spaces to suit the individual needs of their clients, even as those needs are rapidly changing. Thank you to all our participants, Kristi Nelson, Krista Everage and Kim Gordon. Thank you Michele Solomans, your expert for all things kitchen, bath, surfaces, hardware and flooring at Design Hardware. Thank you for listening.

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