#interview with Christian Nielsen-Palacios of "The Grouchy Architect" Opus 2 MBE, LLC
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| Christian Nielsen=Palacios "The Grouchy Architect" Opus 2 MBE, LLC |
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Link to podcast w/ Christian Nielsen=Palacios
I first met Christian Nielsen-Palacios virtually on EntreArchitect during covid which of course you only see Jeff Echols and Katherine McPhail and the guests, so we never really saw each other til we started doing zooms because it was during Covid! But the first time that we were able to get out and travel, we headed for the mountains of Vermont for a conference, the first EA conference was E
"Echolstock" so named for Jeff Echols
And thought there only 20 or so of us there, it was a great trip and we were able to mee IRL, and Christian brought his sister, who is also an architect, Margarita Palacios and also a very accomplished artist.
As well as being a friend and architect, Christian has also sponsored several podcasts and I am very grateful for his generosity.
Christian Nielsen-Palacios, Architect
Christian Nielsen-Palacios Architect, Testimonials
https://www.linkedin.com/in/
Professional Background
Christian Nielsen-Palacios is a licensed architect with over 40 years of experience, primarily focused on quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), and technical specification writing for architectural projects. He earned his architecture degree from Universidad Simón Bolívar in Venezuela and later completed a Master’s in the History of Architecture at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY .
After relocating to the U.S. in 1984, Christian worked in various architectural firms, contributing to numerous public school projects. In 1991, he became a registered architect in New York State .
Currently semi-retired, he operates Opus 2 MBE, LLC, offering consulting services that include:
- Peer reviews of construction documents
- Technical specification writing
- Mentorship for architects, especially those in small firms
- Translation and proofreading services in English and Spanish
Christian is active online under the moniker “The Grouchy Architect” (Google him!) where he shares insights on architectural practice, quality control, and professional development.
He also maintains a presence on LinkedIn, where he engages with the architectural community, and on Facebook, sharing both professional and personal content.
Christian was featured on the Immigrant Architects Coalition Podcast, discussing his journey from Venezuela to the U.S., his experiences in the architectural field, and his transition into consulting. The episode, titled “How I Became The Grouchy Architect”, provides valuable insights into his career and philosophy.
His Master's thesis at Cornell University focused on the evolution of architectural education, particularly Cornell University's shift from Beaux-Arts to Modernism between 1928 and 1950. This research underscores his deep interest in the historical context of architectural practices.
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| MIT Chapel, Massachusetts Architect: Eero Saarinen |
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| National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C. Architect: I.M. Pei |
And if you need any gift ideas, here you go! Otherwise, have a bbq and call it a day because there is a lot less stress for Father's Day than Mother's Day!!!!
And to all of the people who have lost their dad the last few years, peace to you this day.
New York Times Father's Day Gift List
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