Welcome to a new episode of I’m The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

If you're a construction business owner, architect, engineer, contractor, project manager, developer, or someone involved in designing and delivering projects, this conversation offers valuable insights into architecture, construction, entrepreneurship, AI, leadership, and the future of the built environment.

In this episode, Lance Cayko joins Gavin Coyle to discuss why architects need to reconnect with the construction industry, how builders and architects can work more effectively together, the impact of AI on professional services, and why understanding construction can make you a better designer and business owner.

You'll learn:

Why architects need stronger relationships with builders, subcontractors, and the people actually delivering projects

How spending time in the field can improve designs, reduce mistakes, and earn respect from trades

Why many architecture firms struggle with business, profitability, and long-term growth

How AI is changing architecture and why practical construction experience is becoming more valuable

Why Lance believes architects should reclaim the role of the master builder and take a bigger role in construction projects

🎯 Episode Highlights / Timestamps

00:00 Why builders earn more than architects

01:12 Introduction to Lance Cayko

02:27 Starting in construction at age 13

08:54 Why entrepreneurship and architecture rarely go together

12:10 The ego problem in architecture

15:08 Why architects don't talk to tradespeople

17:29 How subcontractors improved architectural drawings

21:44 AI and the future of architecture

31:00 Why architectural firms are going out of business

38:00 Why owners and clients suffer from poor collaboration

40:52 Knowing what you know now

42:07 The book that changed Lance's life

Connect with Lance Cayko

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-cayko-1227031a/

Inside The Firm Podcast

https://insidethefirmpodcast.com/

F9 Productions

https://www.f9productions.com/

About Coyle Group

Coyle Group provides safety outsourcing and managed services for high-impact projects across wind, utilities, power generation, engineering, and construction.

With 25+ years of experience, 100+ safety professionals, and 1M+ safety hours completed, Coyle Group helps projects run safely and compliantly.

Learn more:

https://coyle-group.com/

About the Podcast

I’m The Gaffer, hosted by construction professional Gavin Coyle, brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts to share real insights on leadership, growth, safety, engineering, construction, and business success.

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