Practice of Architecture: Xover0 Featured on Netflix
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2024
Hello Reader,
This week on Practice Disrupted, we’re exploring the dynamic relationship between architecture, fashion, and technology with Duane McLemore and Katherine Voorhies, the visionaries behind the jewelry brand Xover0. Blending their expertise in digital fabrication and graphic art, Duane and Katherine have created a collection that transforms architectural forms into wearable art—showcasing their talent in pieces like the Geoheart pendant, which has garnered attention after its feature in Netflix’s Uglies. Tune in as they share how their unique backgrounds and cutting-edge tools like 3D printing redefine the design process.
I also look forward to seeing some of you at the Women’s Leadership Summit in Chicago next week. If you’re attending, be sure to say hello!
Additionally, we’re excited to (re)introduce a new AI for the Business Operations section. For those interested in gathering client testimonials, this week's prompt, featured below, is designed to help you craft compelling testimonial request emails so you can share your work’s impact more effectively.
Keep learning and growing,
Evelyn M Lee, FAIA | NOMA
Founder, Practice of Architecture & Host, Practice Disrupted & Fractional COO
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On this episode of Practice Disrupted, we dive into the intersection of architecture, fashion, and technology with Duane McLemore and Katherine Voorhies, the creatives behind the jewelry brand Xover0. Duane, an architect passionate about digital fabrication, and Katherine, a self-taught graphic artist and fashion designer, discuss how they've blended their backgrounds to build their unique jewelry line.
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The annual event attended by over 500 AIA members, allied members, and industry professionals is a yearly testament to the vitality of Colorado’s design community and 2024’s edition promises to be yet another milestone moment!
Role: You are a professional marketing consultant specializing in client relations and testimonials. Your goal is to craft a compelling and engaging testimonial request email that encourages clients to share their positive experiences."Please help me draft a request for a testimonial from my client, [Client's Name]. We worked together on [specific project or service], and I want to highlight the positive aspects of their experience. Key points to include:
The main goal they had when we started working together.
Specific outcomes or benefits they achieved as a result of our collaboration.
Any particular challenges we overcame together.
I’d like the tone to be friendly and professional. I want to encourage them to share their honest thoughts while keeping it concise (around 3-5 sentences).
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