Architectural historian and SCI-Arc faculty member Erik Ghenoiu lost his home to the Eaton Fire despite proactive fire mitigation efforts. Now, Ghenoiu is leading a faculty research initiative at SCI-Arc to study why certain structures survived while others didntand what architects and policymakers can do to create more fire-resistant communities.In a conversation with KCRWs Press Play with Madeleine Brand, Ghenoiu described how he and his wife, architect Scarlett Esion, took extensive precautions, from replacing vegetation with hardscape to reducing flammable materials. Yet, their home still succumbed to the fire, revealing the limitations of individual efforts in the face of extreme climate events.His research team at SCI-Arc is analyzing the role of building materials, urban planning, and wildfire-resistant design in fire-prone areas. He is advocating for policies that support rebuilding with ignition-resistant construction while maintaining community accessibility in the fa...