Michael Riscica is a Licensed Architect who lives in beautiful Portland, Oregon, with his Labrador Retriever. He is passionate about helping Young Architects change the world. In his free time, Michael likes to take very long bicycle rides across America. Learn more about him here and connect with him on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Linked In.
On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael chatted with his good friend, Architectural Historian and Positively Portland Walking Tour Guide, Eric Wheeler, about his enthusiasm for architecture, how anyone can come to appreciate architecture and design, and why it’s never too late to make a life change. Architectural Historian and Walking Tour Guide […]
You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael’s good friend, Donna Sink, shares her experience moving and starting fresh in different cities, make job choices for the sake of taking care of her family, and not being afraid to speak up as […]
As the Generations collide in the architecture profession, I sometimes feel the barriers of communication between the “young” (people born in the early 80’s and later) and “old” people continues to be a constant struggle. I regularly watch some of the most brilliant people in the profession be the absolute worst at communicating and connecting […]
On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael spoke with fellow Architect and the NCARB Examination Director, Jared Zurn, about the transition from the ARE 4.0 to the ARE 5.0, what to expect when you take the ARE 5.0, and how to volunteer with NCARB to help them create the best exams. You can […]
On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael spoke with fellow Architect and blogger Samantha Markham of the Aspiring Architect blog. Samantha shares her tips and advice on how to get the most out of your college years by being open to new opportunities, joining committees, and growing your skills at school and beyond. […]
Investing in the Future of the Architecture Profession I’ve been writing the blog on YoungArchitect.com for 3.5 years now. Frequently, Young Architect readers reach out to me and ask if I know of any local resources, events, study groups, or connections in their area. Yes! Yes, there are many fine organizations across America who vividly […]
You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! A friendly little podcast pep talk for the person who is stuck in the middle of taking the Architect Exam. Read the original blog post: https://youngarchitect.com/2016/10/24/architect-registration-exam-pep-talk/ If you enjoyed this podcast, you should also check out: Passing The Architect Registration Exam in 7 […]
Make Massive Progress on the ARE During the Summer of 2017! I am looking for smart, hardworking ARE Candidates, who are very serious about getting started on the ARE and making massive progress with their exams. Starting in June and July 2017, Young Architect will be offering ARE Boot Camp program to help ARE Candidates study for […]
On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael chatted with his good friend and fellow architect about working in New York City, raising a family, studying for the AREs and helping minorities grow their careers through the organizations, NOMA and NYCOBA. You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! Architect […]
Our friend Jose Fraticelli interviewed me for his blog Architect on Coffee. I discussed how it frustrates me everyone has a million reasons to get licensed and very few people ever acknowledge how the education gained through studying for the ARE will fundamentally make you a better Architect. For me obtaining my license became a […]
On this episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Stephen Parker tells us the importance of advocacy and community involvement in the architectural world. You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! Architect Stephen Parker Stephen was born in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and — like many architects — discovered a love […]
On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael spoke with his friend and architect, Mark LePage, on how developing good business skills goes hand in hand with launching an architecture firm. You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! Architect Mark LePage On today’s episode of Young Architect, Michael chatted […]
On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael spoke with, Dan Horn, on the importance of resiliency and how it can help communities survive and thrive after global climate disasters. You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! Dan Horn Just like the Young Architect Podcast Host, Michael Riscica, […]
On today’s episode of Young Architect, Michael spoke with his very good friend, Julia Mollner, about her experience as a former architecture student, how she’s helping her students connect with mentors, and what she’s doing to help improve the Portland, Oregon community. You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! Julia […]
Here’s my photos. All of these pictures came from my Instagram feed: YoungArchitxPDX Feel free to add me. Checkout the past months January 2017 2016 Year in Photos December 2016 November 2016 October 2016 Sept 2016 August 2016 July 2016 June 2016 May 2016 April 2016 March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 Twenty Fifteen […]
Here’s my photos. All of these pictures came from my Instagram feed: YoungArchitxPDX Feel free to add me. Checkout the past months 2016 Year in Photos December 2016 November 2016 October 2016 Sept 2016 August 2016 July 2016 June 2016 May 2016 April 2016 March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 Twenty Fifteen Year In […]
On today’s episode of the Young Architect Podcast, Michael spoke with his good friend and university professor, Michael Ermann, about the power of active learning and what to think about when preparing to choose a university and taking the AREs. You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! Architect Michael Ermann […]
This week, the Young Architect Podcast had a chance to pick the brain of stellar student and aspiring architect, Braham Berg. You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube by clicking here! Tulane Architecture Student Braham Berg Braham had a strong passion for the arts in High school. Supportive parents helped steer him in […]
