How integrating architecture, construction, and real estate can transform your firm and increase your value In Episode 649, I sat down with Jonathan Wolk, a licensed architect, general contractor, and real estate broker who has built something most architects only talk about. An integrated practice that brings architecture, construction, and real estate together under one […]
EA649: Jonathan Wolk – The Business Case for Architect-Led Design-Build
The Business Case for Architect-Led Design-Build The business case for architect-led design-build is more than a trend. It is a shift in how firms create value and manage risk. In this episode, Jonathan Wolk shares how integrating architecture, construction, and real estate can lead to smarter decisions from day one. Trained as an architect with […]
From Immigrant to Industry Leader: How One Architect Built a Thriving Design Build Firm on Her Own Terms
When you meet Danilda Polanco, founder of DOPE Architecture in Denver, you instantly understand two things: she’s not here to play small, and she’s not asking for permission. She’s an architect, a licensed general contractor, a business owner, and a force of nature who has built a thriving design build firm rooted in passion, control, […]
EA620: Danilda Polanco – Unapologetically DOPE: Building an “Empire” on Her Own Terms
Unapologetically DOPE: Building an “Empire” on Her Own Terms Danilda Polanco is unapologetically redefining what it means to be a woman in architecture and construction. As the founder of DOPE Architecture Inc., a woman-owned design-build firm in Denver, Danilda shares how her journey from the Dominican Republic to running a successful practice is fueled by […]
EA617: Zach Sunderland – Design Build Architects Creating Housing Where Communities Thrive
Design Build Architects Creating Housing Where Communities Thrive In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, architect and general contractor Zach Sunderland shares how his dual expertise fuels the mission behind Haven, a certified B Corp based in Durham, North Carolina. Haven is working to solve the affordable housing crisis by creating high-quality, community-centered developments for […]
EA475: David Pollard – Single Stop Integrated Residential Design Build
Single Stop Integrated Residential Design Build Dave Pollard, AIA LEED AP is an architect, builder, and co-founder of Liv Companies; a full service residential design-build company in the Chicago suburbs. Dave has worked for several high profile Chicago firms such as Goettsch Partners, and David Hovey’s Architect-led development company, Optima Inc, honing his skills to […]
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