Architecture and Innovation Podcast
Tom Dioro, host of the Architecture and Innovation Podcast, talks everything from values to career journeys with the President and Founder of FORMA, Victor Mezhvinsky. Victor shares his journey from start to finish, his personal values that drive FORMA and more!
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The Spirit of High-Design Construction with Victor Mezhvinsky
In this episode of the Architecture and Innovation Podcast, host Tom Dioro interviews Victor Mezhvinsky, the president and founder of FORMA Construction. Victor discusses his passion for design and construction, the values that drive Forma, and his journey from starting in development during the Great Recession to leading a nationally awarded construction firm. He shares insights on the importance of collaboration with architects and designers, the role of constraints in yielding unique projects, and the satisfaction derived from creating environments that build lasting memories. The episode also touches on sustainability practices in construction and the educational initiatives at FORMA Construction.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Introduction and Passion for Design
00:26 Podcast Overview and Guest Introduction
01:22 Victor’s Inspirational Quotes and Philosophy
02:52 Challenges and Rewards in Custom Home Building
05:33 The Importance of Meaning and Investment
06:34 Victor’s Background and Family Influence
08:03 Client Relationships and Project Success
22:53 Sustainability and Innovation in Construction
26:50 Final Thoughts and Advice
28:19 Conclusion and Credits