What happens when a desert‑born dreamer discovers the secrets of living buildings? Join host Bryan Greene on The Square as he sits down with Dr. Eiman Graiz, Echo’s resident sustainability wizard. From her childhood in Jordan to a doctorate in digital fabrication, Eiman’s story is packed with resilience, radical curiosity, and a vision for architecture that breathes. Hear how termite mounds inspire cooler schools, why glazing isn’t the only answer, and how you can weave nature’s playbook into your next project. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:30 Growing Up in Jordan01:12 Journey into Architecture02:34 Educational Pursuits05:55 Cultural Transition to the US08:06 Research and Teaching at KU16:58 Publications and Research Impact23:44 Biomimicry in Architecture25:22 Exploring Animal Texture and Function25:47 Reflecting on Jordan and Post-COVID Changes27:00 Future Innovations in Facade Systems27:49 Challenges and Alternatives to Glazing31:00 Sustainable Design and Performance Analysis32:22 Pride in Impactful Architectural Work34:17 Collaboration and the Role of a Sustainability Analyst37:43 Integrating Sustainability in Design45:44 Misconceptions and Passion for Nature49:15 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Visit: https://www.Corgan.com/  Also connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CorganInc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorganInc/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorganInc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corgan  Video Produced by: Corgan Have Questions? We’d love to hear from you.  Email: communications@corgan.com