GIA: Glen Irani

Today on the show we talk to Glen Irani, a native Angeleno and the founder of Glen Irani Architects, an architecture firm that has been at the forefront of environmental research, sustainability, and breathtaking design for over 20 years. You have probably passed by one of his designs while in the LA area, which is actually how I first met him. I was walking on the outskirts of Venice when I was struck by this beautifully designed house. It was so striking, that I had to get out of the car and take a picture of it. I immediately searched for anyone who knew anything about the house and bumped into someone surveying the land outside. It turned out to be Glen, the architect behind this house. I knew I had to ask him some more questions, so we set up this interview. I want to momentarily go back to the house. When you find yourself in front of an Irani structure, there exists this immediate immersion and connection, not only to the physical structure but the design philosophy behind it. It engulfs you with its unique, self-defined design, while it simultaneously stimulates your senses, causing you to just stand back and drop your jaw. And today we have the opportunity to explore the mind of the man behind it all…