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The Good Room

Page, now Stantec

30 episodes

2 weeks ago

What makes a room good? Page, an architecture and engineering firm, answers this question through interdisciplinary design conversations, featuring a compelling combination of curiosity, experience, and reflections.

On The Good Room, we talk about design, from planning to the finer details and nuances that enhance our experiences and interactions within a building. Together, we discover intersections of our perspectives and challenge assumptions to reimagine program, performance, and place.

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What makes a room good? Page, an architecture and engineering firm, answers this question through interdisciplinary design conversations, featuring a compelling combination of curiosity, experience, and reflections.

On The Good Room, we talk about design, from planning to the finer details and nuances that enhance our experiences and interactions within a building. Together, we discover intersections of our perspectives and challenge assumptions to reimagine program, performance, and place.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes (20/30)

The Good Room

The Good Operating Room (OR)

Medically sterile and high-stakes, operating rooms are complex, intentional spaces shaped to improve patient outcomes and support care teams. In this episode, regional healthcare director Beth Carroll and senior project architect Lisa Kincaid walk through a patient’s surgical journey to reveal the design behind ORs.

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2 weeks ago

25 minutes 8 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Outdoor Room

How can designers shape outdoor spaces that are memorable and inclusive? Landscape architect Nico Wright and urban designer Ryan Losch discuss how boundaries define experience, why flexibility fosters connection, and the role of green space in equity, comfort, and climate resilience.

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1 month ago

28 minutes

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The Good Single Stair

Single-stair reform has the potential to reshape housing in the U.S. by opening the door to more flexible and affordable options. But how do we uphold the highest safety standards while rethinking this long-standing requirement?

In this episode, Daniel Lazarz, Shivanthi Carpino, and Jake McKinney discuss how shifting from redundancy to resilience can not only strengthen fire safety, but also enrich daily life and foster stronger, more connected multifamily communities.

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2 months ago

29 minutes 11 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Makerspace

The education paradigm is shifting, and makerspaces are at the forefront of this transformation. No longer limited to traditional STEM disciplines, these hands-on environments are expanding their reach through strategic campus placement and transparent designs.

Rob McClure and Laura Vargas take us to ecosystems filled with the hum of 3D printers, the chatter of student-industry collaborations, and the clatter of tools bringing ideas to life. Discover spaces designed to turn curiosity into action in a world of constant change.

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3 months ago

27 minutes 50 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Quantum Room

Step into the ultra-precise, high-stakes world of quantum research with Page experts Alissa McFarland and Mike Reilly. Poised to transform every industry—advancing national security, accelerating medical breakthroughs, and unlocking the mysteries of the deep sea—quantum computing demands environments engineered for stability and control. From nanofabrication cleanrooms, where a single particle can derail progress, to quantum labs sensitive to the slightest environmental fluctuation, these spaces demand exacting standards. They demand Performance by Design.

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4 months ago

34 minutes 52 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Turnkey Room

Did you know 86% of residents say a modeled environment helps them better imagine their future home? In this episode of The Good Room, Amy Witte, Jessica Kottwitz, and Josie Johnson dig into how turnkey design, grounded in story and a strong sense of place, influences the way people choose where to live. From apartments to amenity areas, they highlight how these intentional choices drive leasing success and strengthen community connections in multifamily spaces.

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5 months ago

21 minutes 15 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Sustainable Room

What if sustainable design were a default, not a differentiator? That's the future Jill Kurtz and Justin Shultz are forging. Through the Design for Impact framework, Page embeds environmentally and socially conscious solutions into the foundation of our approach. In this episode, we explore what that looks like in practice, from lowering energy use intensity and rethinking water systems to anticipating climate shifts and supporting wellness and community.

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6 months ago

38 minutes 1 second

The Good Room

The Good Flight Training Room

Pete Stavenger and Elizabeth Slyziuk explore the design of flight training environments built for precision and preparedness. Think full-motion simulators, layered redundancies, and hyper-realistic mockups—all engineered to keep teams sharp, safe, and always ready. Join us to learn how these spaces support continuous readiness and evolving technology.

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7 months ago

21 minutes 59 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Data Hall

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping everything—from business and healthcare to education—while transforming the backbone of our digital world: data centers. As AI’s processing power skyrockets, data centers are being pushed to their limits, driving massive changes in cooling strategies, energy demands, and infrastructure design.

In this episode, Julia Diaz and Mo Elsayed uncover AI's impact on these often-overlooked players—exploring how densification, liquid cooling, and sustainability challenges are forcing us to rethink not just these critical facilities, but the very systems that power them.

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8 months ago

31 minutes 23 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Indigenous Room

Spaces tell stories—and Indigenous design carries histories, traditions, and cultural knowledge that connect generations. In this episode, Anjelica Gallegos and Nitish Suvarna explore how Indigenous design principles honor site histories, strengthen community ties, and create spaces that are not only sustainable but deeply rooted in identity. From land acknowledgment to architectural reciprocity, they discuss how Indigenous perspectives shape design, ensuring that built environments reflect the voices, needs, and ecological wisdom of the communities they serve.

Read the article "How Indigenous Knowledge Empowers the Architecture Industry" by Anjelica Gallegos: How Indigenous Knowledge Empowers the Architecture Industry | pagethink.com

Discover more about ISAPD: Indigenous Society of Architecture, Planning, and Design

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9 months ago

21 minutes 7 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Affirming Room

How can design promote both the physical and mental health of the LGBTQIA+ community? In this episode, we explore the intersection of inclusivity, healthcare, and design with Hilary Bales, one of the visionaries behind Page's PRISM Wellness and Community Center prototype facility and white paper. Hilary shares research-driven strategies and design principles that aim to break barriers, foster safety, and celebrate individuality within healthcare spaces. Join us as we dive into what it takes to create environments that affirm and embrace everyone.

Read the whitepaper: The Prism Wellness and Community Center: A Model for Inclusive Design by Page Southerland Page, Inc. - Issuu

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10 months ago

14 minutes 41 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Performance Room

Designing a performance venue is an art in itself—one that demands more than just technical expertise. Join Carl Krebs and Daisy Houang as they dive into the interplay of community engagement, artistic collaboration, and leading-edge design. From acoustics that amplify every sound to stages that adapt to any creative vision, discover how thoughtful design empowers performers and captivates audiences.

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11 months ago

25 minutes 56 seconds

The Good Room

The Good PICU Room

A Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) needs to do more than simply address patients' medical needs; it must also provide support for family dynamics, foster children’s imagination, and create an environment that prioritizes both patient and staff well-being. Join pediatric critical care physician Nora Colman and medical planner Sarah Walter as they dive into the intricacies of PICU design—from space layout and family zones to safety protocols and staff workflow optimization—that enhance care and create a healing environment for all.

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1 year ago

28 minutes 23 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Simulation Room

How can simulation environments create immersive learning opportunities, elevate clinical skills with advanced technology, and support innovation? Join Jennifer Amster and Mark Vaughan as they explore the design of these transformative spaces. From fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to engaging the community, discover how simulation rooms are shaping the future of healthcare education and driving real-world impact.

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1 year ago

26 minutes 17 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Collaboration Room

How do you and your team best collaborate? In this episode, host Tully Mahoney dives into the future of collaboration spaces with Jen Bussinger and Melissa Burns. Whether you're designing for higher education or the modern workplace, discover how technology, flexibility, and thoughtful design can transform the way we work and learn together. From private focus rooms to dynamic outdoor spaces, this conversation is packed with insights on creating environments that inspire connection, creativity, and productivity.

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1 year ago

23 minutes 33 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Biocontainment Room

Rohit Saxena and Jane Baughman uncover the design of biocontainment laboratories, where infectious disease research takes center stage. They reveal how these labs are meticulously engineered to prioritize safety, incorporate cutting-edge mechanical systems, and facilitate collaboration among researchers. Here, the architecture isn't just a backdrop—it's a critical component that ensures everything operates seamlessly.

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1 year ago

21 minutes 25 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Visitor Center

In this episode, Mark Warner and Cara Soh explore the evolution of visitor centers, from offering glimpses into collection storage areas and preserving historic landmarks to harnessing technology for diverse storytelling. Discover how modern visitor centers redefine engagement, education, and cultural appreciation.

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1 year ago

17 minutes 21 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Control Room

Control rooms are essential for handling everything from traffic monitoring and managing airport facilities to building security surveillance and observing the power grid, water supply, and telephone networks. Join Jeff Willis and John Major to discover how ergonomic design transforms operator comfort, why robust security measures are more critical than ever, and what the future holds with technological advancements and data display.

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1 year ago

17 minutes 31 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Inclusive Room

Phuong Nguyen, Tyler Thompson, and Kimia Erfani dive into the transformative power of inclusive design and the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels welcome and empowered, regardless of their abilities, backgrounds, or circumstances. Whether crafting accessible buildings or designing intuitive wayfinding systems, we can contribute to a more inclusive world—one building at a time.

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1 year ago

27 minutes 17 seconds

The Good Room

The Good Gallery Room

Mark Wagner and Larry Speck unravel the design decisions that shaped some of the most unforgettable museums, including the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, the Frick Collection, the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum, and the Museum of the Big Bend. Tune in to discover the nuanced play of lighting, the complexities of preserving historic architecture, the imperative of accessibility, and the evolving relationship between art and our daily experiences.

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1 year ago

23 minutes 25 seconds