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EPISODE · May 30, 2026 · 29 MIN

TFFP: Cost Savings in Design w/ Senior Engineer Daniel Pister

from The Future Frameworks Podcast · host Niklas Jacob and Tessa Langhaeuser

TFFP: Part 1 w/ Senior Engineer Daniel PisterEveryone thinks groundbreaking, sustainable buildings have to cost a fortune. But what if that is not entierly true? What if smart design could save money and slash CO2 emissions at the same time?In Episode 5 of The Future Frameworks Podcast, we sit down with Dipl.-Ing. Daniel Pister, a structural engineer with 30 years of experience, to tear down the myth that better buildings must have bigger budgets. We start with Daniel’s fascinating journey, from growing up in the shadow of the real Frankenstein castle in Germany to designing everything from Bundesliga football stadiums to LUNA, Europe’s most advanced lunar surface simulator.We also explore the bigger picture: how using the right material for the right purpose whether steel, wood, or concrete can enhance human well-being, and how the industry's own payment models can create a conflict of interest that works against the client. Finally, Daniel shares his passion for mentoring the next generation and what excites him most about the future of structural engineering.Listen to Episode 5, “Cost Savings in Design” with Daniel Pister, now on Spotify and YouTube.*We apologize for the unusual audio quality in this episode. However, we still found value in the conversation and we hope you still enjoy it.*If you enjoy the show, please follow, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who believes in building a smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable future.

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