In this episode of Teulo Talks, we sit down with Greg Faulkner, Founder and Director of the California-, San Francisco-, and Denver-based Faulkner Architects. Greg is a member of the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows (FAIA), and one of the most respected voices in site-responsive architecture across the western United States.
Designing with the Land:
A Conversation with Greg Faulkner.
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Event Description
Greg’s journey began in the technical world of aircraft design at Cessna, drafting the wings of the Citation III business jet by hand, an early training ground for the precision and material curiosity that now defines his architectural practice.
With degrees from Purdue University, the University of New Mexico, and MIT, Greg brings a rare blend of technical mastery and artistic sensitivity to every project.
Architect Greg Faulkner, FAIA, joins Teulo Talks to explore site-driven design, material authenticity, and sustainable resilience. From his early days at Cessna to leading Faulkner Architects across California, San Francisco, and Denver, Greg shares insights into hand-sketching, collaborative design, and building in fire-prone, climate-challenged landscapes. This episode offers architects a rare look into the art and precision of designing architecture that emerges directly from its environment.
What You’ll Learn:
- How Greg’s background in industrial and aeronautical design informs his architectural detail and construction logic.
- Why every Faulkner Architects project begins with a hand sketch — and how this analog process leads to authentic, site-led design outcomes.
- Insights into collaborative design as an evolving dialogue between client, context, and craft.
- How Greg and his team are responding to climate vulnerability — from wildfire resistance and snow load to off-grid resilience — through innovative yet grounded design strategies.
- Behind-the-scenes stories of iconic projects, including the award-winning Pine Flat Residence and the celebrated collaboration with Tom Kundig on the Analog House.
Why Listen
Whether you’re an architect, designer, or sustainability-minded professional, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how architecture can emerge directly from landscape, material, and place. Greg’s reflections offer both technical depth and poetic insight into designing buildings that truly belong.
About the Guest:
Greg Faulkner, FAIA, is the Founder and Director of Faulkner Architects, a practice known for its expressive use of concrete, steel, and timber within rugged natural contexts. His award-winning work — including recent honors from the AIA San Francisco Awards — demonstrates a commitment to sustainability, collaboration, and the art of craft.
