Season 2: Daniel Gehman - Director, Multifamily @ Ware Malcomb

🎙️ In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Gehman, Director of Multifamily at Ware Malcomb, for a thoughtful conversation centered on career journey, leadership, and the human side of architecture.With more than 35 years of experience, Daniel has spent the majority of his career designing urban, infill, and transit-oriented multifamily projects across Southern California. But what made this conversation special wasn’t just the scale of the work — it was how openly Daniel reflected on the path that brought him here: the mentors who shaped him, the teams he built, and the lessons learned through decades of practice.Daniel shared how his passion for mentorship, collaboration, and continuous learning has guided his career — from leading studios and winning work through creative problem-solving, to teaching and guest lecturing at USC’s Master of Real Estate program. Now at Ware Malcomb, he’s focused on expanding the firm’s multifamily presence on the West Coast while continuing to coach, develop, and inspire the next generation of designers.In this episode, we dive into:(1) Daniel’s personal journey through architecture and multifamily design(2) How leadership evolves over a long, intentional career(3) The importance of mentorship and team-building in creative industries(4) What great multifamily architecture requires today — beyond just designDaniel’s perspective is calm, generous, and deeply reflective — the kind you only get from someone who’s spent a lifetime building not just projects, but people. I’m grateful for the opportunity to hear his story and learn from his experience.🟢 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen.