Tangible Remnants
A podcast for building owners and developers looking to demystify the process of transforming existing and historic buildings.
The connection between the climate crisis and social inequality is evident and solving both will require rethinking how we use our buildings. Tangible Remnants, hosted by architect Nakita Reed, is your guide to navigating the complexities of adaptive reuse and historic preservation. Designed for building owners and developers, this podcast demystifies the process of transforming historic buildings into thriving spaces that honor their past while serving the present.
Recent Episodes
Equity in Preservation w/ Tiffani Simple
In this conversation, Nakita Reed interviews Tiffani Simple, a preservation architect based in New York City. They discuss the complexities of preservation architecture, including the importance of facade maintenance, the rol...
CREW Conversations w/ Carla Hinson and Nakita Reed
This episode is a replay of CREW Conversations Episode 17 : Preserving Baltimore’s History While Building a Sustainable Future. In this insightful episode, Nakita Reed of Quinn Evans and Carla Hinson of Cross Street Partners ...
From Ruins to Revival: The Packing House Project
Today's episode is all about the Packing House in Cambridge, MD. From the owner's side I'm joined by Bill Strever, CEO of Cross Street Partners and Margaret Northfleet-Neff, development partner at Cross Street Partners. From...
Building Dreams: The LOVE Building Project Journey
Episode 3 of the Building Reuse is Climate Action, a Tangible Remnants limited series sponsored by Quinn Evans, is all about the LOVE Building in Detroit. From the owner's side Nakita is joined by Kwaku Osei - current Executi...
The Walter French Project: A Tale of Transformation
Episode 2 of the Building Reuse is Climate Action, a Tangible Remnants limited series sponsored by Quinn Evans, is all about the transformation of the Walter French Academy in Lansing, MI. From the owner's side Nakita is joi...
Introducing the Building Reuse is Climate Action limited series
Have you ever wondered how reusing buildings can make a real difference for our climate? In this limited series, Building Reuse is Climate Action , sponsored by Quinn Evans, we’ll break down the strategies, stories, and real-...
Reviving Legacy: The Marie Reed Community Learning Center Story
Episode 1 of the Building Reuse is Climate Action , a Tangible Remnants limited series sponsored by Quinn Evans, is all about the Marie Reed Community Learning Center in Washington DC. This was a 150,0000 square foot renovati...
Preserving Together w/ Carol Quillen
This week I’m joined by Carol Quillen , President & CEO of the National Trust for Historic Preservation . Carol became the 10th president in 2024 and brings a fresh perspective from her career in academia, including over a de...
Resilience for Cultural Landscapes w/ Nina Jean-Louis
In this conversation, Nakita Reed and Nina Jean-Louis discuss the intricacies of adaptive reuse projects, focusing on the role of structural engineers and the importance of community engagement. The discussion emphasizes the ...
10th Anniversary Celebration of HOPE Crew
In May 2025, Nakita was the emcee for a livestream celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation' s HOPE Crew program . HOPE Crew, which stands for Hands-On Preservation Experience, was o...
Demystifying Design-Bid-Build Phases
This episode provides an overview of the Design-Bid-Build design process, emphasizing the importance of following structured phases. Nakita explains the sequential nature of design phases, the significance of working with qua...
Letters to Ms. 1000 w/ Christian Joosse
In this conversation, Nakita Reed and Christian Joosse discuss the journey of writing and publishing 'Letters to Miss 1000', a book aimed at mentoring and inspiring future Black women architects. Christian shares her personal...