Interview in Tongues

In an interview with TONGUES, Emily Abruzzo and Gerald Bodziak of Abruzzo unpack how curiosity, risk-mitigation, and hands-on iteration fuel their practice. Rather than chase spectacle, they describe design more as deep craft, where models, mock-ups, and material tests form the bedrock of their approach. They emphasize research not as a buzzword, but as a quotidian act of questioning context, materials, precedent, and even the odds of what they’re building. Amid reflections on “what is American architecture?,” they suggest that bespoke, small-practice agility holds growing relevance as clients and cities demand more thoughtful design.