Leo Marmol, FAIA, is the Founder of the architect-led design-build practice Marmol Radziner, established in 1989 with Ron Radziner, FAIA. With a guiding hand in every project from concept to completion, Leo works closely with studio directors and construction teams to ensure seamless design execution. A passionate advocate for architectural preservation, he frequently lectures on architecture and historic restoration and has led tours showcasing Southern California’s mid-century Modernist treasures. A graduate of California Polytechnic State University with a degree in Architecture and a minor in Philosophy, Leo was named a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects in 2007 and inducted into the Interior Design Hall of Fame in 2009.In this episode, Jan and Leo discuss:How Marmol Radziner evolved from a small partnership to one of Los Angeles’s most respected architecture firmsThe challenges of rebuilding homes in fire zones and the complexities of California’s approval processThe impact of bureaucracy, CEQA, and NIMBYism on California’s housing crisisHow leadership, legislation, and community action can drive more attainable and sustainable housing developmentKey Takeaways: Bureaucratic inefficiency and overregulation severely delay construction and drive up housing costs.Community support for density and sustainability is essential to solving California’s housing crisis.The expedited permitting process for fire rebuilds proves that faster, more efficient systems are possible.Real change requires political diversity, professional expertise, and the courage to streamline housing policy.“Housing is a fundamental need. I think it is a human right. We are failing to provide our children the opportunity to have economic growth and afford housing.” - Leo MarmolConnect with Leo Marmol:Website: https://www.marmol-radziner.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-marmol/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonardo_e_marmol/ Connect with Jan Brzeski:Website: https://scipfinance.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbrzeski/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RebuildingLAafterthefiresEmail: [email protected] Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelo Paul TagamaAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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