ReViews with Andy Delisi

Alexis Hur

Andy Delisi — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:21:36 GMT

Episode 18 of ReViews, recorded outdoors on the rooftop of the East Room with Alexis Hur, founder of Alexis Hur Consulting. We get into why she left the corporate world to build her own project management firm, what a PM actually does for a client beyond budget and schedule, why construction costs have jumped so much in the last two years, and how sustainability conversations have shifted from chasing LEED points to real embodied carbon and circularity.

Primary Construction (Carolee Turner)

Andy Delisi — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:06:16 GMT

On this episode, I sit down with Carolee Turner at Primary Construction. We got into what "true" design build actually means (there's way less agreement on that than you'd think), the real reason construction projects always cost more than expected, and why sustainability works best when you stop calling it sustainability.

Jon Strassner

Andy Delisi — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:21:48 GMT

John Strassner has spent his career pushing climate awareness into the architectural design community, and this one covers a lot of ground. Moving past recycled content and product-level thinking toward the project as a whole. Where carbon tracking started. And why progress beats perfection every time. Hope you enjoy.

Kvadrat (Natalia Masiewicz )

Andy Delisi — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

We recorded this one live at NeoCon and Design Days in Chicago, and it was one of those conversations that just flows.

Natalia Masiewicz from Kvadrat joined Andy in the middle of the Continuum launch to talk about what it actually means to bring recycled content into the design community at scale... not as a trend, but as a standard.

They get into the thinking behind Continuum, what it took to bring Kvadrat into that story, and where the design industry is headed when it comes to the materials we specify, the surfaces we recover, and the future of the circular economy.

Syllable Design (Tatiana Soldatova)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:21:18 GMT

In this episode, Andy sits down with Tatiana Soldatova from Syllable Design to explore how to build a culture rooted in sustainability and purpose. They discuss how true innovation often emerges from challenging circumstances, market pressures, and client demands—never forced, but sparked naturally. They also talk about saunas.

Cushman & Wakefield (Clarke Struthers and Matt McTavish)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:10:00 GMT

Join Clarke, Matt, and Andy as they dive into the evolving landscape of office leasing and real estate. From the impact of tariffs and rising costs to the resurgence of technology companies in Toronto, this episode explores the challenges and opportunities in the market. Discover insights on flexible workspaces, the rise of the turnkey workplace, and what to expect in 2026.

Gensler (Philip Galway-Witham)

Andy Delisi — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Reviews, Andy sits down with Philip Galway-Witham, Senior Associate and Resilience Leader at Gensler, to unpack the evolving relationship between sustainability, scale, and design. From standardization and global implementation to Gensler Product Standards, reuse, and the business case for circularity, this conversation explores how one of the world’s largest design firms is turning bold sustainability ambitions into real-world practice. They also dive into Furniture and Product as a Service, and what true market differentiation looks like in an era of rapid change. A wide-ranging conversation for anyone thinking about the future of the built environment.

Reseat (Brandi Susewitz)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 23 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Brandi Susewitz, founder of Reseat, is building the infrastructure commercial furniture needs to go circular — starting with digital product passports. We dive into how her team is tracking assets for resale, reuse, or remanufacturing, and why this matters more than ever.

Loop Layer (Garr Punnett)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 09 May 2025 00:03:51 GMT

Garr Punnett is the Founder of Loop Layer, co-host of Selling Circular, and honestly one of my favourite people to talk circularity with. We got into some big stuff...degrowth, what sustainable business growth actually looks like, and why being open to getting things wrong is so important right now.

Red Studio Architects (Denise and Tony Santini)

Andy Delisi — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:58:52 GMT

What does it take to challenge industry norms and inspire change?

In this episode, Andy Delisi sits down with Antonio and Denise Santini of Red Studio Architects to discuss their journey in sustainable design, the importance of wellness in architecture, and how incremental steps can create meaningful progress.

X-Design (Greg Quinn)

Andy Delisi — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:19:58 GMT

In this episode, I sit down with Greg Quinn, Principal & CEO of X-Design. We talk about what it means to take a generational approach to sustainability, how starting a business during a downturn shaped his path, and the evolution of X-Design over the years.

Green Standards (Heidi Frasure)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 14:13:31 GMT

In this episode, Andy and Heidi dive into the world of circular economy and sustainable practices within the furniture industry. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of remanufacturing, the importance of collaboration among industry players, and the potential for policy to drive change. With insights from Heidi's experience at Neocon and the Rewritten exhibit, they explore how businesses can innovate and thrive while making a positive environmental impact.

Rheaply (Garry Cooper)

Andy Delisi — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 23:37:49 GMT

In this episode, Garry Cooper shares his journey as a founder of Rheaply, discussing the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the importance of courage, and the evolving landscape of the circular economy. He emphasizes the need for a shift in psychology regarding remanufactured products and the significance of storytelling in sustainability. The discussion also touches on the fragmentation within the circular economy and the role of technology in creating a smoother process for reuse and remanufacturing.

The Craft of Industrial Design

Andy Delisi — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:07:26 GMT

Join Fernando, Lee, Justin, and me for a conversation on the changing world of industrial design. We dig into our personal journeys, how our backgrounds shape the way we approach sustainable and innovative products, and the balance between creativity and practicality. We touch on context, cultural shifts, and why joy and excitement matter in design.

Digby (Andrew Lane)

Andy Delisi — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 20:00:32 GMT

Got a chance to sit down with Andrew Lane, co-founder of Digby and co-host of the podcast Barriers to Entry, to talk about AI, blockchain and it’s impact on product innovation, product-as-a-service, and modern manufacturing.

Product Innovation Cycles in the Era of the Circular Economy (Recorded live in Toronto)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:10:00 GMT

This episode brings together industry leaders from Interface, ThreeH, Syllable Design, and Fulford Roy & Associates for a post-NeoCon conversation exploring Product Innovation Cycles in the Era of the Circular Economy.

We dive into how design and manufacturing teams can rethink innovation—challenging traditional product lifecycles and discovering how to create new solutions from what already exists.

Interface (Joey Shea)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:07:44 GMT

In this episode, Andy and Joey delve into concepts like planned obsolescence vs perceived obsolescence, the realities of tariffs and their impact on the circular economy, and how Interface's "All In" approach reflects the shift beyond traditional carbon offsets in sustainability.

CBRE (Liz Nucci)

Andy Delisi — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 12:17:10 GMT

In this episode, Liz Nucci and Andy Delisi dive into the transformative power of diverse work environments. They explore how a melting pot of cultures and ideas can drive innovation and growth, emphasizing the value of different perspectives in problem-solving.