Sponsored by Architectural Record | Presented by Marion Weiss & Michael Manfredi
In this engaging discussion, acclaimed architects Marion Weiss and Michael Manfredi share insights into their design philosophy, innovative projects, and the evolving landscape of architecture. They explore the intersection of art, infrastructure, and urban design, emphasizing the importance of creating spaces that inspire and connect communities. Through their collaborative approach, they discuss challenges, breakthroughs, and the future of architecture in a rapidly changing world. Their conversation offers a compelling look at the creative vision and thoughtful strategies behind some of their most celebrated works.
Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking at Yale University, Continuous sightlines unite spaces of creation and critique, encouraging interdisciplinary discourse.
Photo courtesy of Weiss Manfredi
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Aaron Prinz is the host of the Design:ED Podcast and holds a Masters of Architecture degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He was born and raised in the rural Northern California town of Red Bluff, just two hours south of the Oregon border. After one year of college, Prinz relocated to San Francisco to pursue a career in stand-up comedy. At age 26, he began studying architecture at Portland State University while interning at Studio Petretti Architecture led by Amanda Petretti. His professional contributions while at Studio Petretti were focused on a portion of the new Multnomah County Courthouse which is a prominent addition to the Portland skyline. He currently resides in Austin, Texas with his wife Roxanne where he continues to work as a designer. |