Not A 'Licensed' Architect

About Not A 'Licensed' Architect

Not A 'Licensed' Architect is a podcast for homeowners, industry professionals, and aspiring residential designers who want to explore the world of home design beyond the blueprints. Each episode features insightful conversations with experts and creatives, covering design inspiration, practical tips, and the personal journeys of those shaping the residential design industry. Tune in for engaging discussions that bring design to life.

Publisher

Stefani Thatcher

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jan 2026

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Building Healthier Homes: Ventilation, Moisture & Design That Lasts with Cristina Robinson

   What makes a home truly healthy, and how much of that isdecided before the finishes go in? In this episode of Not a Licensed Architect, I sit down withCristina Robinson to talk about the details behind homes that are designed to last. Cristina’s path started in fashion, creating custom garments, before taking an unexpected turn into residential construction. She sees a connection between the two: thoughtful design, carefully chosen materials, and work made for the people who will live with it. We explore her approach to timeless design and why sheencourages homeowners to think beyond trends. Then we get practical about ventilation, moisture management, wall assemblies, construction-site protection, and the importance of understanding the climate where a home is built. Cristina also shares her perspective on electromagneticfields (EMFs), while we discuss why specialized building-science knowledge and a collaborative project team matter. Her comments reflect her own approach; health-related claims and technical specifications should be evaluated withqualified professionals. A beautiful home is only part of the goal. We also need tothink about how it performs for the people living inside it. · Cristina’s move from bespoke fashion into home design and construction · Why timeless, personal choices may age better than short-lived trends · Designing a right-sized home with long-term living costs in mind · How ventilation and HVAC decisions affect indoor conditions · Moisture management, drainage, rain screens, and wall assemblies · Protecting materials and the job site from water during construction · Why regional climate changes the design conversation · Bringing designers, builders, engineers, and specialists together early If you design, build, or own a home, this conversation is areminder to ask about the systems behind the walls, not just the finishes you can see. KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOINGConnect with Cristina Robinson🌐 https://greenbrickbuilders.comExplore More from Not a Licensed ArchitectDiscover episodes, conversations, and more at Domani Studios.🌐 https://DoStudios.coAbout Not a Licensed Architect:Not a Licensed Architect is the podcast for residential designers who are doing the real work of designing homes that improve people’s lives. Hosted by Stefani Thatcher, each episode explores smarter design, better building practices, business growth, and practical strategies that help designers lead with confidence, license or not.🎧 Listen now

2. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Designing a Home That Works: Function, Flow & the Details That Matter with Haley Harwood

   Host [Host Name] interviews interior designer Haley Harwood about prioritizing function, flow, and thoughtful details for a home that truly works.

3. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Designing Beyond the Walls: Where Architecture, Landscape & Culture Meet With Norman “Norm” Harris

   Host explores how architecture, landscape, and culture intersect with Norman “Norm” Harris, founder of TBU International, LLC, revealing how to design spaces that deeply resonate with people and place.

Who has been a guest on Not A 'Licensed' Architect

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Haley Harwood
• Norman “Norm” Harris
• Josh Huskins
• Katie Sterling
• Jeff Low

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings