
Building Scale Human-Centric: Designing For Life Within The Space with Zac Cohen, Intersection Development
Mar 31, 2026
30:33
Zac Cohen discusses the ambitious Atari Hotel project, emphasizing human-centric development and the balance between nostalgia and futurism in design. He highlights the integration of modern technology and the importance of partnerships in creating a community-focused entertainment district. Zac delves into the challenges and strategies faced in large-scale development, emphasizing architectural uniqueness and long-term impact. He shares insights on managing multiple projects and market expansion, including new partnerships and concepts in Roosevelt Row. The conversation concludes with Zac's future vision for Phoenix as a tech and architectural hub, along with ways to connect.
Connect with Zac Cohen - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaccohen Website: http://www.intersectiondev.com/
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(0:00) Episode Introduction and Guest Overview (2:20) Atari Hotel Project & Human-Centric Development (5:01) Design Inspirations: Nostalgia vs. Futurism (8:25) Integrating Modern Technology and Partnerships (13:19) Creating a Community-Focused Entertainment District (16:10) Challenges and Strategies in Large-Scale Development (19:36) Architectural Uniqueness and Long-Term Impact (23:13) Managing Multiple Projects & Market Expansion (26:00) New Partnerships and Concepts in Roosevelt Row (28:00) Future Vision for Phoenix as Tech and Architectural Hub (29:15) Contact Information and Closing Remarks (29:46) Sponsor: Building Scale podcast mission