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In this episode, Michael sits down with Darren Baldwin, President of Pikus 3D, to discuss how additive manufacturing is redefining architecture, fabrication, and the creative process itself. From lightweight structural design to the artistry of form, Darren shares how Pikus 3D is helping architects and landscape architects break free from traditional constraints — turning imagination into buildable reality.

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What Architects Can Learn from a Real Estate Agent's Viral Social Media Strategy

In this episode of The Landscape Architecture Podcast, host Michael Todoran interviews Salt Lake City real estate agent and Instagram personality Kaitlin Hannig, whose darkly funny "asshole home tours" have gained a massive following by breaking all the conventional marketing rules.

This conversation is especially relevant for architects, landscape architects, and interior designers who are navigating how to present themselves online. Caitlin shares how she built a loyal audience not by showcasing perfection, but by leaning into flawed, human, and refreshingly honest content.

We explore:

• Why traditional marketing tropes fall flat in today's digital culture
• How to create content that speaks to your audience instead of about yourself
• The power of humor, vulnerability, and storytelling in professional branding
• Why beauty alone doesn't engage—and what does
• How design professionals can stand out in a sea of aesthetic sameness

Whether you run a small studio or work in a large firm, this episode will challenge how you think about digital presence, authenticity, and the kind of content that actually drives trust and engagement.

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Today's episode feels especially timely with a heavy heart. As fires in the Palisades area of Los Angeles continue to devastate communities and landscapes, we are reminded of the growing urgency to design with resilience and sustainability at the forefront.

Our guest today is Elisa Read Pappaterra, a landscape architect and founder of studio pappaterra. Elisa is renowned for her expertise in fire ecology and her dedication to designing landscapes that not only harmonize with the natural world but also mitigate the risks of living in fire-prone areas. Her work is as vital as it is inspiring, offering solutions that preserve life, property, and biodiversity.

This conversation was recorded in Santa Barbara on October 5, 2024, following Elisa's keynote speech at San Marcos Growers' final event, "The Last Dance: A Celebration of 45 Years of Horticultural Legacy." Elisa shares her insights on the importance of understanding a site's cultural and ecological "soul," as well as her approach to creating firewise, ecologically sound, and artistically inspired landscapes.

This episode is a reminder that how we design our landscapes today will shape the safety and resilience of tomorrow. Whether you're a designer, an advocate, or simply someone invested in the future of our environment, this is an important and compelling episode.