Season 242 Episode 8292

S1 E59 - How Would Your Work Change By Considering It a Craft? - Mark Winkelman

"Architect and Developer Mark Winkelman Is Raising Capital For the Pajama Factory in Williamsport, PA, with a Craft-Oriented Approach http://s4g.biz/29feb24 AI Episode Summary Here's a summary of the key points from the transcript: 1. Mark Winkelmann is an architect who has developed a project called the Pajama Factory in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. 2. The Pajama Factory is a complex of eight industrial buildings that have been repurposed to house artists and small businesses with spaces for creative work and living. 3. The buildings began as a rubber company in 1883, eventually housing the production of Keds sneakers and later pajamas before they were converted into the current creative space. 4. The Pajama Factory includes a variety of spaces, such as Airbnb units, apartments, artistic spaces, light manufacturing, a community woodshop, a clay studio, a coffee roaster, and retail spaces. 5. Mark moved to Williamsport specifically for the Pajama Factory project after many years as an architect in New York City and the desire to take on significant projects. 6. The project is currently raising capital on Small Change, a crowdfunding site for social impact real estate projects. The funds will be used for maintenance, HVAC systems, parking lots, and roof repairs. 7. The Pajama Factory has become an important part of the local community, attracting and retaining residents and supporting the growth of businesses. 8. There is a waiting list for spaces at the Pajama Factory due to its popularity, with a turnover of around 10% per year. 9. Future plans for the Pajama Factory include the creation of more studio spaces and additional apartments, ranging from affordable units for artists to high-end lofts. 10. Mark's superpower lies in the combination of his architectural skills, his experience with historic buildings, his love for interacting with people, and his appreciation for craftsmanship, all of which contribute to the success of the Pajama Factory project. To learn more about the Pajama Factory and connect with Mark, visit the website pajamafactory.net, and for information on the crowdfunding campaign, visit smallchange.co. http://superpowers4good.com "