Series “In My Own Words”: This episode of The Conversation Continues Podcast features Cabello Costa from Interface, who shares his journey from growing up in Brazil to building a life and career in the United States. He reflects on how his childhood memories shaped his perspective, the challenges of adapting to a new culture, and the experience of overcoming language barriers. Cabello talks about finding meaningful connections, breaking stereotypes, and embracing new opportunities with resilience and determination. His story highlights the power of perseverance, the importance of community, and the personal growth that comes from stepping outside your comfort zone.

In honor of Women’s Month, we’re celebrating women in construction with Daniela Ortega. Daniela shares her remarkable journey from being a stay-at-home mom to founding an all-female painting business—and now thriving as a Design Coordinator at Catalina Paints.

In this episode, she opens up about navigating a male-dominated industry, overcoming imposter syndrome, and discovering confidence through creativity and community. Her story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself, pursue your passion, and make a lasting impact—on your own terms.

We’re also proud to welcome Catalina Paints as a new IIDA SoCal Chapter sponsor—and what better way to kick off our partnership than by featuring one of their own? Huge thanks to Daniela for sharing her story and helping us honor Women’s History Month in such an inspiring way.

Sponsor:
Taylor Design
At Taylor Design we firmly believe that great design can empower people to be, and do, their best. Serving clients for over 45 years with offices across California, our practice delivers architecture, interior design, medical planning, lab planning and design strategy services in the healthcare, science and technology, higher education, and senior living sectors.
www.wearetaylor.com

Series “Unspoken Words”: This episode of The Conversation Continues Podcast features Lauren Wagner and Teresa Endres from Taylor Design, who share their deeply personal journeys as cancer survivors and how their experiences reshaped their approach to healthcare design. Lauren and Teresa discuss the challenges of treatment, the emotional toll of recovery, and the gaps in patient-centered care that inspired them to create the Ideal Cancer Center, a reimagined approach to oncology facilities. They highlight the importance of empathetic design, from improved arrival experiences to holistic recovery spaces that support both patients and caregivers. Through their powerful storytelling, they shed light on the need for advocacy in healthcare, the significance of community support, and the transformative impact of designing with compassion. Their conversation offers a compelling perspective on how personal hardship can drive meaningful change in the built environment, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of design and human resilience.

Link to the Tech Talk

The Ideal Cancer Center: Improving Designs through the Patient’s Lens

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