Built2Suit
Hosted by Greg Simpson, CEO and industry visionary, the BUILT2SUIT Podcast is designed for early-career professionals—those in their first 0 to 7 years in architecture, engineering, and related fields—who are looking for practical hacks and insider shortcuts to accelerate their growth. Each episode features conversations with seasoned experts across grocery, food service, retail, and hospitality markets, offering real-world insights and mentorship to inspire the next generation. Whether you're just starting out or seeking direction, Built2Suit is your guide to navigating the industry with confidence and curiosity.
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Built2Suit
Episode 1 – Krishna Rao of Studio PARAMETRIC
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In the premiere episode of the Built2Suit Podcast, host Greg Simpson sits down with Krishna Rao, founder of Studio Parametric, for a candid and inspiring conversation about architecture, entrepreneurship, and cross-cultural collaboration. From his early days in Bangalore, India, to studying at Parsons School of Design in New York, Krishna shares how his experiences shaped his design philosophy and career trajectory.
Listeners will hear how Krishna transitioned from working at renowned firms like Perkins Eastman and Fox & Fowle to founding his own company, Studio Parametric, and eventually partnering with CP to deliver BIM and architectural services across the globe. The episode explores the challenges and rewards of building a business from scratch, the cultural contrasts in architectural practice between India and the U.S., and the evolution of a partnership that’s redefining value creation in design and engineering.
Whether you're an architect, entrepreneur, or just curious about global collaboration in the built environment, this episode offers valuable insights and a compelling story of vision, resilience, and innovation.
These are the voices that move the market. This is BUILT2SUIT.
This is the show built to build what's next. This is BUILT2SUIT.
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