A Dialogue with Nikki Quittner
Episode 09
In this episode we meet Nikki Quittner from Test Before You Invest. In this Design Dialogue we talk to Nikki about her business journey and why she feels so strongly about how architecture services should be available to everyone and the impact this can have on how people approach their projects. Nikki emphasizes the need for architects to help clients manage their expectations and navigate the complex process of building or renovating a home. Nikki offers affordable architectural advice through consultations, workshops, and design feasibility reports. She also addresses the rising costs of construction and the need for clients to reevaluate their needs and priorities when it comes to building or renovating a home. Nikki believes that architects have a responsibility to present options that prioritize functionality and sustainability over excessive size and cost.
KEY PARTS IN THE DIALOGUE
6.34 Nikki talks about how she came to her thinking about making architecture more accessible to everyone
10.57 Nikki talks about helping clients see the value an architect can bring to a project
28.46 Nikki and Beth talk about the current state of the building industry
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