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Michael Smith Architect
by Michael Smith
Michael Smith, An experienced San Luis Obispo architect who is passionate about collaboration and community, Mike has been helping clients create and enjoy their dream homes and projects for three decades. Michael provides customized design and service for California architecture projects of all sizes while offering expertise on local regulations, the latest industry trends and Net Zero Energy design.He now shares that experience with other homeowners through his podcast.
Episodes
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Creating a Self Managed Architecture Firm with Enoch Sears
On today's podcast episode we have a very special guest, Enoch Sears. Enoch Sears takes us through his journey of Architecture and how that evolved into his current area of expertise where he guides Architects into building a sustainable 'self-managed' firm. Enoch talks about his entrepreneurial...
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Architecture through the eyes of a Photographer
On today's podcast episode we are excited to have guest Larry Rhodes. Larry is a photographer and has been in business for over 40 years. Today Larry shares with us how he found photography as his calling and why Architecture Photography has become one of his favorite mediums. You can check out...
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How to Avoid Home Remodeling Hell
On today's podcast episode I am providing an updates on the podcast, my vision, and the current state of architecture during these times. I am so excited to announce that we are making a rebrand of the podcast. The rebrand of the podcast comes from my vision to help other architects, home owners,...
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Building with energy efficient and green technology
On todays podcast episode we are excited to have special guest Andy Pease from In Balance Green Consulting. Today we are talking about building energy efficient homes. We discuss some of the changes that have taken place in 2020 with Title 24/Building and energy standards. Andy provides great...
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How to secure financing for your Remodel- Interview with Anthony Gonzales
On todays episode I am interviewing Anthony Gonzales. Anthony is a mortgage broker for Guaranteed Rate. Today Anthony shares with us tips on financing home remodels and how the process works. Anthony has been in the real estate business for 20 years, including real estate sales and mortgage...
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Using Hemp as a Building Product- Interview with Bob Crizer
On today's podcast we have special guest Bob Crizer, the founder of Crizer Construction. Crizer Construction has been on the forefront of the construction industry for over three decades here on the Central Coast. They have experience in alternative and green building techniques, installing...
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Interview with Erich Schaefer
On this week's episode we sit down with Erich Schaefer. Erich is a second-generation builder and has been building in the San Luis Obispo for the past 30 years. Schaefer Custom Homes was born from a vision to provide the most seamless custom home experience possible. Unrivaled quality, luxurious...
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Living in your home during quarantine
On this episode of Michael Smith Architect Podcast we discuss living in our homes during quarantine. You are probably wondering what that means. Many people have started looking at their home during quarantine and looking for changes that they can make in their home to make it feel a little…
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Designing the Perfect Outdoor Living Space
On today's podcast episode we are speaking with Josh Gillow from MasterPlan Outdoor Living Joshua Gillow has always had incredible respect for Mother Nature and an intensity to help those around him. These two propensities lead him to receive a degree in Architectural Design and Engineering and...
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6 Rules to Consider When Starting a Home Remodeling Project
A lot of our rules and norms seem to be shifting right now, which can be challenging for anyone who likes consistency. While so many things are in flux, however, I am happy to share the following 6 tried-and-true rules I have discovered over the past 30 years of working with clients: 1. Be clear:...
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The Right Way to Market Your Architecure Business
On this week’s podcast episode we have special guest and marketing extraordinaire, Kim Walsh Phillips. We dive into real marketing techniques that you can implement into your business today to scale and grow your audience. Kim is a multi-seven figure business entrepreneur with no business degree...
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Taking the Architecture Business Virtual
Today I am going to cover what it looks like for me to take my architecture business online. Currently with the crisis that is spreading across the world I have had to make some changes to the way that I run my business. There were many projects that have had to be put on hold. What this has...
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The Intersection of Architecture and Interior Design
On today's podcast I have the privilage of interviewing Bobby Tone, owner of Studio B Elements, who has dual degrees in interior design and architecture and founded her design business almost 15 years ago. She now focuses most of her work on residential renovations for clients. When she meets a…
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Manufactured Drama with DIY Shows - Warning Rant Ahead
Revisit Interview with the Contractor Redress show questions I got on Episode #4 - Design Build - I wanted to redress some comments during the last podcast [Episode #4 Interview with Mark Marshall]. I got a couple of questions from architects and others about how the discussion went. Some thought…
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Interview with a Contractor
Hi and welcome to MSA Podcast Episode #4. We have a great show Today. I love when I can have guest on the show. I want to share not only my knowledge and experience but other consultants and professionals. And that is what we have today. One important partner in a home remodeling or construction...
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ADU Changes & San Luis Obispo County, and Client Questions
Hi and welcome to MSA Podcast Episode #3. Today we are going to looking at the changes that have been made to California’s ADU Law and how that is impacting San Luis Obispo County or any county in California. We will review a current project I am working on and the lessons learned Client’s...
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MSA Episode #002 - A Talk with My Client
I recently finished a home remodeling project for Glenn Olander and Shirley Sloper. I went back and spent some time with Glenn. We talked about the project from buying the home to the end of the remodeling project. Unfortunately, Shirley could not join us. However, it does give a really picture…
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A New Year, A New Beginning! MSA 1st Podcast
Mike Smith, an architect in San Luis Obispo, has been talking about publishing a podcast for over a year. He has taken the first small step. He is still developing his format so please share your thoughts and come back to see how the podcast develops.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Michael Smith, An experienced San Luis Obispo architect who is passionate about collaboration and community, Mike has been helping clients create and enjoy their dream homes and projects for three decades. Michael provides customized design and service for California architecture projects of all sizes while offering expertise on local regulations, the latest industry trends and Net Zero Energy design.He now shares that experience with other homeowners through his podcast.
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