Practice of Architecture: Community-Impact Consulting

2024

Hello Reader,

This week’s newsletter is arriving a little later than usual, thanks to back-to-back visits with AIA Minnesota and AIA Colorado. Connecting with architects and learning more about the challenges and opportunities shaping our profession has been an inspiring journey. Thanks to all of those who came up and said hello!

As we approach the end of the year, I’m excited to share that we’re gearing up for some new offerings for the Practice of Architecture community. Stay tuned for updates, as these resources are designed to help you optimize your practice and set your firm up for success in 2025.

In the meantime, check out the latest episode of Practice Disrupted! 🎙️

👉 Episode 176: Community Impact Consulting
https://practiceofarchitecture.com/2024/11/14/176-community-impact-consulting/

This conversation explores how architects can amplify their impact through innovative consulting models. Don’t miss the insights on how we can create meaningful change in our communities while driving value for our businesses.

Keep learning and growing,

Evelyn M Lee, FAIA | NOMA

Founder, Practice of Architecture & Host, Practice Disrupted & Fractional COO

// Practice Disrupted //

How can architects maximize their impact on communities through the built environment by leveraging valuable relationships, evolving technology, and sustainability?

On this episode of Practice Disrupted, we sit down with Joshua A. Foster, an award-winning community builder, designer, educator, and speaker. As the Founder and CEO of JAF Creative Solutions – a consulting firm dedicated to maximizing community impact in the AEC and real estate industries – Joshua shares his insights on aligning with architecture firms to integrate community impact into the built environment and practice.

First, Joshua explains what motivated him to create JAF Creative Solutions. He also discusses how he nurtures strong relationships with clients, industry connections, and community leaders, working together to create meaningful and lasting change.

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How can architects utilize their diverse skill sets outside of the practice to create meaningful, lasting social impact within communities and the built environment?

On this episode of Practice Disrupted, we welcome Wayne Mortensen, a leader whose career spans architecture, urban design, and social work. As Vice President of Excel Development Group and founder of Public Square Development Services, Wayne brings an interdisciplinary perspective to community development. In our conversation, we discuss Wayne’s passion for affordable housing and his commitment to creating lasting social impact through design.

First, he shares his journey, beginning with his academic pursuits in architecture, urban design, and social work. We touch on his transition from traditional consulting to social work to address the intersection between design and community needs.

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Practice of Architecture: Community-Impact Consulting

Hello Reader,

Evelyn M Lee, FAIA | NOMA

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