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	Behind the Algorithms: Computational Design Secrets, ft. Nirmala + Mario at Perkins&Will	09 Nov 2024	01:00:17
Computational design is not just about impressive scripts. At its best, it helps teams test options, understand trade-offs and make clearer design decisions under pressure. Stephen Drew speaks with Nirmala Srinivasa and Mario Romero of Perkins&Will about computational design, data-led workflows, real-time optioneering, sustainability and the role of AI in future design practice. The conversation covers: How computational design supports complex project decisions What real-time optioneering can do for clients and design teams Why data interoperability matters across disciplines How algorithms can support sustainability and material choices Where AI may fit into the next stage of design practice Read the episode on Architecture Social: Behind the Algorithms Watch on YouTube: Computational Design at Perkins&Will ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and welcome 01:27 Meet Mario Romero and Nirmala Srinivasa 04:15 Perkins&Will as a global design firm 09:41 Tech campus project showcase 13:48 Challenges and iterations in design 19:48 Computational design at Perkins&Will 30:54 Overcoming initial scepticism 31:53 The power of computational design 33:17 Data interoperability and collaboration 36:24 Behind the scenes of great design 46:34 The future of design with AI 51:12 Final thoughts and audience questions ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	What is Community Led Housing? Ft. Levent Kerimol	23 Jul 2024	00:51:58
Community-led housing changes the usual development question from what can be delivered to who has power, who participates and who benefits. Stephen Drew speaks with Levent Kerimol, Director of Community Led Housing London, about grassroots housing, community involvement, funding, planning and the role architects can play in more democratic housing projects. The conversation covers: What community-led housing means in practice How advisory and mentoring support helps groups move projects forward Why funding, governance and patience matter What architects can contribute to community-led projects How social justice and power shape housing decisions Read the episode on Architecture Social: What is Community Led Housing? Watch on YouTube: Levent Kerimol on Community Led Housing ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to community-led housing 00:32 Understanding community-led housing 02:13 Advisory and mentoring process 03:50 Challenges and funding 05:31 RUSS project case study 10:14 Managing community involvement 14:50 Success factors for community projects 18:25 Levent's background and journey 25:38 Architects' role in community projects 28:25 Technology and community projects 29:30 Technology, planning and housing 30:38 Social justice and power in housing 31:23 Challenges of large housing organisations 33:39 Community involvement in housing decisions 35:15 Sustaining long-term community housing projects 37:53 Housing market and future outlook 45:32 Reflections on architectural careers 49:40 Conclusion and final thoughts ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Oliver Lowrie’s Top 10 LESSONS LEARNED made while setting up an Architecture Practice	21 May 2024	00:58:22
Setting up an architecture practice is rarely the clean founder story people imagine. It is fees, cash flow, recruitment, content, client education, mistakes and learning where the pressure really sits. Stephen Drew speaks with Oliver Lowrie, co-founder of Ackroyd Lowrie, about the top lessons learned from building an architecture practice and what others should understand before trying to do the same. The conversation covers: Why content, relationships and a wider business ecosystem matter How fee pressure and unpaid overtime damage practice culture Why client education is part of running a healthier studio How apprenticeships and long-term talent routes can support practice growth Why founders need advisers, perspective and better business discipline Read the episode on Architecture Social: Oliver Lowrie's Top 10 Lessons Learned ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to lessons from practice ownership 05:00 The first lessons from setting up a studio 10:00 Creating a business ecosystem and content 15:00 Building momentum before the work arrives 20:00 Fees, overtime and protecting the team 25:00 Educating clients and professional value 30:00 Apprenticeships and long-term talent routes 35:00 Cash flow, invoices and competitive pressure 40:00 Audience questions on mobilisation and affordability 45:00 Non-executive advice and not being alone 50:00 Recruitment, candidate behaviour and market shifts 55:00 Regulation, politics and the wider profession ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	The Importance and Difference Between Marketing and Sales in Architecture, ft. Paul Iddon	16 May 2022	00:58:21
Marketing and sales are often misunderstood in architecture, but both matter for job seekers, practitioners and practice owners who need to communicate value. Stephen Drew speaks with Paul Iddon about the difference between marketing and sales in architecture, practice growth, job seeking, career progression, business development and why professionals need to communicate value clearly. The conversation covers: What separates marketing from sales Why job seekers need to communicate their value How sales skills can support career progression Why practice owners need visibility and relationship-building How architecture professionals can approach selling more confidently Read the episode on Architecture Social: Marketing and Sales in Architecture with Paul Iddon Watch the video on YouTube: The Importance and Difference Between Marketing and Sales in Architecture ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to marketing and sales in architecture 05:00 Paul Iddon's background and industry experience 10:00 The difference between marketing and selling 15:00 Why both matter for job seekers 20:00 Career progression and communicating value 25:00 Practice owners, visibility and winning work 30:00 Practical examples of learning to sell 35:00 How marketing supports professional relationships 40:00 Common misunderstandings about sales 45:00 Advice for architecture professionals 50:00 What practices can do better 55:00 Final reflections with Paul Iddon ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Disrupting Education in Digital Construction, ft. Michael McGuire	10 May 2022	01:00:01
Digital construction education needs to keep pace with industry expectations, from BIM and modelling skills to employability and technical confidence. Stephen Drew speaks with Michael McGuire about digital construction education, WorldSkills, BIM challenges, New College Lanarkshire, employability, technical training and how education can prepare students for construction careers. The conversation covers: What WorldSkills digital construction competitions involve Why BIM and technical modelling skills matter How New College Lanarkshire supports employability Why digital construction education needs to respond to industry What students can learn from timed technical challenges Read the episode on Architecture Social: Digital Construction Education with Michael McGuire Watch the video on YouTube: Disrupting Education in Digital Construction ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to digital construction education 05:00 WorldSkills and digital construction competitions 10:00 BIM challenges and modelling against the clock 15:00 Michael McGuire and New College Lanarkshire 20:00 Making students employable in construction 25:00 Training Manager work and WorldSkills preparation 30:00 Digital construction skills and industry expectations 35:00 Why technical education needs disruption 40:00 What students can learn from competition settings 45:00 How education can respond to industry needs 50:00 Advice for digital construction students 55:00 Final reflections on skills and employability ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Collaboration between Academia and Practices within Architecture ft. Satwinder Samra	04 May 2022	00:32:36
Architecture education and practice can feel disconnected, but collaboration between universities, studios and industry can make both sides stronger. Stephen Drew speaks with Satwinder Samra about collaboration between academia, architecture practices and industry, including the University of Sheffield, collaborative practice, education, professional relationships and how schools and studios can work together. The conversation covers: Why collaboration between academia and practice matters How universities can build stronger industry relationships What practices can learn from academic environments How students benefit from clearer links to the profession Why collaborative practice needs intentional structure Read the episode on Architecture Social: Architecture Academia and Practice Collaboration Watch the video on YouTube: Collaboration between Academia and Practices within Architecture ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to academia and practice collaboration 05:00 Satwinder Samra and collaborative practice 10:00 University of Sheffield and links with industry 15:00 Why practice and academia should work together 20:00 Building relationships between schools and studios 25:00 What students, academics and practices can learn from each other 30:00 Final reflections on collaboration ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	The Final Call to Action for the Next RIBA President - Meet our Candidates in the Last Hustings!	27 Apr 2022	01:26:54
This archive episode captures the final 2022 RIBA President hustings organised around a worker-led call to action for better representation inside the institute. Stephen Drew hosts a discussion covering candidate priorities, member engagement, workplace experience and what architecture workers wanted from the RIBA presidency during the 2022 election period. The conversation covers: Why the campaign focused on representation for architecture workers How candidates positioned their priorities What members were asking from the RIBA Why workplace experience mattered in the election conversation What this archive conversation shows about the mood of the profession Read the episode on Architecture Social: RIBA President Hustings and Architecture Workers Watch the video on YouTube: The Final Call to Action for the Next RIBA President ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the final RIBA President hustings 05:00 The worker-led call to action 10:00 Why representation mattered in the campaign 15:00 Candidate introductions and priorities 20:00 Architecture workers and institutional change 25:00 Member questions and professional concerns 30:00 Workplace experience and non-owner voices 35:00 Ambition, leadership and the RIBA presidency 40:00 Discussion on what members needed 45:00 Candidate responses and campaign themes 50:00 How architecture workers could engage 55:00 Final questions from the community 01:00 Last pitches and closing comments 01:05 Archive context and reflections 01:10 What the hustings showed about the profession 01:15 Closing thoughts on representation 01:20 Final wrap-up ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Live on the Disrupt Symposium to discuss "Building inclusive, diverse and talented teams"	22 Apr 2022	01:01:57
Inclusive, diverse and talented teams do not happen by accident. Recruitment, retention, culture and leadership all shape who joins and who stays. Stephen Drew joins the Disrupt Symposium to discuss building inclusive, diverse and talented teams in architecture, covering recruitment, retention, team building, inclusive work environments, women in architecture and the wider AEC industry. The conversation covers: Why recruitment and retention need to be part of inclusion work How team culture affects who stays in a practice Why equity, diversity and inclusion cannot stay as buzzwords What barriers women in architecture continue to face How architecture practices can build more inclusive environments Read the episode on Architecture Social: Inclusive Architecture Teams at Disrupt Symposium Watch the original symposium video on YouTube: Building inclusive, diverse and talented teams in your architecture practice ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to building inclusive and diverse teams 05:00 Why architecture is a people business 10:00 Recruitment and best practice 15:00 Team retention and team building 20:00 Fostering inclusive work environments 25:00 Women in architecture and wider industry barriers 30:00 Equity, diversity and inclusion beyond buzzwords 35:00 The state of the AEC industry 40:00 Practical ideas for architecture practices 45:00 Roundtable discussion and questions 50:00 Building better team cultures 55:00 Closing reflections from the symposium ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Call to Action for the Next RIBA President - Meet our Candidates in the Hustings!	21 Apr 2022	01:27:22
This archive episode captures a 2022 RIBA President candidates hustings built around a worker-led call to action for better representation. Stephen Drew hosts a conversation on candidate priorities, zero carbon construction, member engagement, workplace realities and what architecture workers wanted from the RIBA presidency. The conversation covers: Why the call to action focused on worker representation How candidates explained their priorities Why zero carbon construction and workplace realities were part of the debate What members wanted from the RIBA How the hustings captured the mood around institutional change Read the episode on Architecture Social: RIBA President Candidates Hustings Watch the video on YouTube: Call to Action for the Next RIBA President ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the RIBA President candidates hustings 05:00 The worker-led call to action 10:00 Why representation was central to the campaign 15:00 Candidate introductions and professional backgrounds 20:00 Architecture workers, ambition and institutional change 25:00 Zero carbon construction and professional responsibility 30:00 Member questions and election priorities 35:00 Workplace realities and voices from practice 40:00 The role of RIBA in supporting members 45:00 Candidate responses and discussion 50:00 What architecture workers wanted to see change 55:00 Community questions and reflections 01:00 Final candidate comments 01:05 Archive context and closing thoughts 01:10 What this hustings showed about the profession 01:15 Final wrap-up ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Relocating from the UK to find an Architecture Job Abroad, ft. Russell M. Henderson.	02 Apr 2022	00:48:31
Working abroad can be exciting, but relocation needs more than optimism. Candidates need to understand the market, the culture, the visa route and their own appetite for risk. Stephen Drew speaks with Russell M. Henderson about relocating from the UK to find an architecture job abroad, including working internationally, moving to Tanzania, career risk, applications, mindset and what candidates should research before leaving. The conversation covers: What it can be like to move abroad for architecture work Why research matters before relocating How expectations can differ between markets Why mindset and adaptability matter when working internationally What candidates should consider before leaving the UK Read the episode on Architecture Social: Relocating from the UK to find an Architecture Job Abroad Watch the video on YouTube: Relocating from the UK to find an Architecture Job Abroad ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to finding an architecture job abroad 05:00 Russell M. Henderson and relocating from the UK 10:00 Working internationally after qualifying 15:00 Moving to Tanzania and building a career abroad 20:00 What candidates should research before relocating 25:00 Applications, expectations and market differences 30:00 Risk, mindset and adapting to a new country 35:00 Social media, personal brand and career visibility 40:00 Advice for people considering work abroad 45:00 Final reflections on international architecture careers ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Careers at ColladoCollins Architects, ft. Dominic Hailey, Carlota Boyer and Angus Clogg.	30 Mar 2022	00:37:25
Practice career episodes are useful because they let candidates hear what a studio is actually like before applying. Stephen Drew speaks with Dominic Hailey, Carlota Boyer and Angus Clogg about careers at ColladoCollins Architects, including projects, team culture, career progression, social life, applications and what candidates can expect from the practice. The conversation covers: What it is like to be part of the ColladoCollins team Which kinds of projects candidates might work on How the practice thinks about career progression Why team culture and social life matter when applying What candidates should know before sending an application Read the episode on Architecture Social: Careers at ColladoCollins Architects Watch the video on YouTube: Careers at Collado Collins Architects ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to careers at ColladoCollins Architects 05:00 Dominic Hailey, Carlota Boyer and Angus Clogg 10:00 What kind of projects the practice works on 15:00 Team culture and day-to-day experience 20:00 Career progression and support 25:00 Social life and what it feels like to join 30:00 Application tips and candidate questions 35:00 Final advice for people interested in ColladoCollins ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	AN UPHILL BATTLE! Getting an Architecture Job in the UK without UK experience! Ft. Marwah Aziz and Hannah Brooke	29 Mar 2022	00:52:59
Getting a UK architecture job without UK experience can be brutally difficult, even for strong candidates with relevant qualifications and commitment. Stephen Drew speaks with Marwah Aziz and Hannah Brooke about overseas qualifications, visa realities, rejection, job-search barriers and practical support for international candidates trying to enter the UK architecture market. The conversation covers: Why UK experience can become a barrier for international candidates How visa and skilled shortage realities affect job searching What Marwah experienced while trying to find work in the UK How support can help candidates keep moving What practices should understand about overseas talent Read the episode on Architecture Social: Getting an Architecture Job in the UK without UK experience Watch the video on YouTube: AN UPHILL BATTLE! Getting an Architecture Job in the UK without UK experience ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to getting a UK architecture job without UK experience 05:00 Why the process can feel like an uphill battle 10:00 Overseas qualifications and UK employer expectations 15:00 Skilled shortage list, visas and the reality of applications 20:00 Marwah Aziz's first-hand job search experience 25:00 Hannah Brooke and support during the search 30:00 Barriers overseas candidates face in the UK 35:00 How candidates can strengthen their applications 40:00 What practices should understand about international talent 45:00 Practical advice and closing thoughts ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Disruption within the Architecture Industry ft. Sara Kolata	25 Mar 2022	00:46:53
Disruption is an overused word, but architecture does need to keep asking which old habits still serve clients, teams and the wider built environment. Stephen Drew speaks with Sara Kolata about disruption in the architecture industry, the Disrupt Symposium, the metaverse, research, strategy, design, technology and whether the profession can move beyond doing things the way it always has. The conversation covers: Why the status quo in architecture is being questioned What the Disrupt Symposium set out to explore How the metaverse, research and technology connect to practice Why disruption needs to become useful rather than noisy What practices can learn from changing industry conversations Read the episode on Architecture Social: Disruption within the Architecture Industry Watch the video on YouTube: Disruption within the Architecture Industry ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to disruption in architecture 05:00 Why the status quo needs challenging 10:00 Sara Kolata and the Disrupt Symposium 15:00 Architecture in the metaverse 20:00 Research, strategy and changing practice 25:00 Design, technology and industry shifts 30:00 Is disruption useful or just hot air? 35:00 What practices can learn from changing tools 40:00 Practical reflections on industry change 45:00 Closing thoughts on disruption ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Building Your Personal Brand: Mastering LinkedIn for Architecture Professionals	14 May 2024	01:02:32
Personal branding can sound vague, but on LinkedIn it often comes down to whether people understand what you do, what you care about and why they should remember you. Stephen Drew speaks with Beatrice Ronchetti about personal branding for architecture professionals, profile clarity, content strategy and using LinkedIn as a practical career and business tool. The conversation covers: What personal branding means for architecture professionals Why clarity and consistency matter on LinkedIn How to think about audience before posting What to improve on a LinkedIn profile How online visibility can create career and business opportunities Read the episode on Architecture Social: Building Your Personal Brand ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to LinkedIn and personal branding 05:00 How people remember your professional identity 10:00 Personal branding versus grades and experience 15:00 Consistency and content strategy 20:00 Your voice, audience and profile as an asset 25:00 What architecture professionals can post about 30:00 Profile clarity and headline positioning 35:00 Featured content and profile assets 40:00 Giving enough information without overcomplicating it 45:00 Improving examples and attaching better evidence 50:00 What works, what does not and unpredictable reach 55:00 Networks, support and career opportunity 01:00:00 Investing in yourself and final advice ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	FLYING DEEP on the SUNKEN BLIMP ft. Matheus Stancati	08 Feb 2022	00:52:12
Sunken Blimp sits across architecture, technology, research and digital experimentation, which makes it a useful case study in how design work can stretch beyond traditional practice. Stephen Drew speaks with Matheus Stancati of Sunken Blimp about interdisciplinary design, computational design, digital fabrication, XR development, scientific research, technology and architecture-led creative exploration. The conversation covers: What Sunken Blimp is and how the studio works How computational design and digital fabrication connect Why XR development creates new design possibilities How scientific research and technology shape creative work What architects can learn from interdisciplinary experimentation Read the episode on Architecture Social: FLYING DEEP on the SUNKEN BLIMP Watch the video on YouTube: FLYING DEEP on the SUNKEN BLIMP ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sunken Blimp 05:00 Matheus Stancati and interdisciplinary design 10:00 Computational design and digital fabrication 15:00 XR development and creative exploration 20:00 Scientific research, technology and architecture 25:00 How Sunken Blimp approaches creative problems 30:00 Digital tools and experimental design 35:00 What architects can learn from cross-disciplinary work 40:00 Future directions for Sunken Blimp 45:00 Final questions and reflections ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Careers at Ackroyd Lowrie Architects, ft. Oliver Lowrie	29 Jan 2022	00:42:56
Practice career episodes help candidates look beyond project images and understand the values, team culture and working environment behind a studio. Stephen Drew speaks with Oliver Lowrie about careers at Ackroyd Lowrie Architects, including practice culture, projects, values, the office, why the practice was created and what candidates can learn before applying. The conversation covers: Why Ackroyd Lowrie was created What values shape the practice culture What it can feel like to work in the office How candidates can assess a practice before applying What ambitious emerging practices can offer careers Read the episode on Architecture Social: Careers at Ackroyd Lowrie Architects Watch the video on YouTube: Careers at Ackroyd Lowrie Architects ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to careers at Ackroyd Lowrie Architects 05:00 Oliver Lowrie and the practice background 10:00 Why Ackroyd Lowrie was created 15:00 Practice principles and cultural values 20:00 What it is like to work in the office 25:00 Projects, ambition and emerging practice culture 30:00 What candidates should know before applying 35:00 Questions about the team and career opportunities 40:00 Final advice for people interested in the practice ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	"Dear Sir/Madam. Pls find attached resume 'finalCV2022.pdf'"... DELETE!	19 Jan 2022	00:47:06
A strong CV and portfolio can still get missed if the email around them is weak. Stephen Drew explains why application emails, subject lines and PDF file names matter when applying for architecture jobs, and how candidates can avoid being overlooked, mislabelled as spam or deleted before their CV and portfolio are reviewed. The conversation covers: Why the application email is part of the first impression How subject lines and file names affect whether an application is found Why vague messages can be missed in a busy practice inbox How to make a CV and portfolio easier to review What candidates should check before pressing send Read the episode notes: Dear Sir/Madam. Pls find attached resume finalCV2022.pdf ____ Chapters 00:00 Why application emails matter 03:00 Technical note and setting up the topic 06:00 The first impression before the CV and portfolio 10:00 Subject lines, attachments and PDF names 15:00 Why vague applications get missed or deleted 20:00 Tone, structure and clarity in application emails 26:00 Making it easy for a practice to review you 32:00 Avoiding spam folders, lost inboxes and weak file names 38:00 Practical checklist before sending 44:00 Final reminders for stronger applications ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	The WORLD's FIRST Architecture NFT Marketplace?! Let's talk with Renovi.io	16 Jan 2022	01:06:32
Architecture NFTs are easy to dismiss as hype, but the more useful question is whether digital ownership, virtual land and design marketplaces create practical opportunities for designers. Stephen Drew speaks with Adonis Zachariades from Renovi.io about architecture NFTs, blockchain, Web3, tokenomics, metaverse competitions and what a digital marketplace could mean for architects, designers and end users. The conversation covers: Why Renovi.io focused on architecture and digital design assets How NFTs, blockchain and tokenomics were being discussed in architecture What a marketplace could mean for competitions and virtual environments How designers might think about ownership and value in digital work Where the useful opportunity ends and the hype begins Read the episode on Architecture Social: Architecture NFT Marketplace with Renovi.io Watch the video on YouTube: The world's first architecture NFT marketplace ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Renovi.io and architecture NFTs 04:00 Adonis Zachariades and the idea behind Renovi 09:00 Blockchain, Web3 and why architects should pay attention 15:00 What an architecture NFT marketplace is 22:00 Tokenomics, ownership and digital value 30:00 How architects and designers might use Renovi 38:00 Competitions, virtual environments and community 47:00 The end-user experience in digital worlds 56:00 Risks, hype and practical opportunities 64:00 Final thoughts on NFTs and architecture ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	WTF are NFTs?!	14 Jan 2022	01:14:45
NFTs in architecture are not interesting because someone says Web3 loudly enough. They become interesting only if they change how design work is owned, shown, sold, licensed or experienced. Stephen Drew hosts an open discussion on NFTs, Web3, blockchain and architecture, looking at whether the technology is just a fad or whether digital ownership could affect design work, portfolios and the built environment. The conversation covers: What NFTs and blockchain might mean in plain English Why digital ownership became part of the architecture conversation How virtual environments could change how design work is presented Where the technology might be useful and where it becomes speculation How candidates and designers should keep the portfolio evidence clear Read the related Architecture Social page: Architecture NFTs and Web3 Explained ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to NFTs and architecture 05:00 Why Web3 and blockchain became part of the conversation 12:00 Are NFTs a fad or a useful design tool 20:00 Digital ownership and creative work 28:00 What this could mean for architects and designers 36:00 Virtual environments and the built environment 45:00 Concerns, speculation and hype 54:00 Portfolio, career and practice implications 64:00 Where the technology might go next 71:00 Final reflections from the discussion ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Finding Architecture Jobs has changed RAPIDLY! Avoid these mistakes in 2022	05 Jan 2022	00:48:11
Architecture job searches change quickly, and old tactics can stop working before candidates realise it. Stephen Drew gives a direct view on how the architecture job market had changed at the start of 2022, what candidates were getting wrong, and how to make applications, CVs, portfolios and job-search activity more effective. The conversation covers: What had shifted in the architecture job market Why candidates needed to adapt their search strategy Common CV, portfolio and application mistakes How to stand out when practices are busy and inboxes are crowded What to do before applying for the next role Read the episode notes: Finding Architecture Jobs has changed rapidly Watch the video on YouTube: Finding a job in Architecture has changed rapidly ____ Chapters 00:00 New year, new job search 03:00 How the architecture job market changed 07:00 What Stephen is seeing from current recruitment 12:00 Mistake 1: using old job-search tactics 17:00 Mistake 2: weak applications and unclear evidence 23:00 CV, portfolio and application basics 29:00 How to stand out when competition shifts 35:00 Working with recruiters and practices properly 41:00 Practical actions for candidates in 2022 46:00 Final advice for a stronger search ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Discussing Architecture in the Metaverse with an Architect, Fatemeh Monfared	03 Jan 2022	01:02:07
Architecture in the metaverse sounds futuristic, but the practical design question is familiar: who is the space for, what behaviour does it support and how does the design make the experience better? Stephen Drew speaks with Fatemeh Monfared about architecture in the metaverse, NFTs, Decentraland, designing a virtual headquarters for Plei, and how spatial design skills can translate into digital environments. The conversation covers: Fatemeh Monfared's route into metaverse architecture How NFTs, Decentraland and virtual environments connect to spatial design What it means to design a headquarters in a digital world How designers can present virtual work without hiding behind jargon Where architecture skills still matter when the building is digital Read the episode on Architecture Social: Architecture in the Metaverse with Fatemeh Monfared Watch the video on YouTube: Discussing Architecture in the Metaverse with Fatemeh Monfared ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to architecture in the metaverse 04:00 Fatemeh Monfared's route into digital architecture 09:00 NFTs, blockchain and Decentraland 15:00 Designing a virtual headquarters for Plei 22:00 Selling digital architecture and building a collection 30:00 What metaverse architecture changes for designers 38:00 Platforms, users and spatial experience 46:00 Career opportunities in virtual environments 54:00 How architects can present digital work 60:00 Final reflections on the future of metaverse design ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Hamza Shaikh - Discussing the Next Generation of Architects	17 Nov 2021	00:56:33
The next generation of architecture professionals is entering a very different profession: hybrid work, public content, new expectations around culture and a stronger willingness to question old routes. Stephen Drew speaks with Hamza Shaikh about the next generation of architecture professionals, including hybrid working, online content, Future Architects Front, RIBA change and how younger voices are reshaping the profession. The conversation covers: How hybrid work changed expectations in architecture Why online content and communication became more important What student and early-career voices were raising after the pandemic How institutional change and RIBA conversations affect younger professionals What practices should understand about attracting and supporting emerging talent Read the episode on Architecture Social: Hamza Shaikh on the Next Generation of Architects Watch the video on YouTube: Hamza Shaikh on the next generation of architects ____ Chapters 00:00 Why the next generation conversation matters 04:00 Hybrid work after two strange years 09:00 Communication, content and online visibility 15:00 Hamza Shaikh and Two Worlds Design 21:00 Future Architects Front and student realities 28:00 What young professionals are questioning 35:00 RIBA change and professional institutions 42:00 Content creation as part of architectural culture 49:00 What practices should hear from younger talent 54:00 Final thoughts on the new normal ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Scott MacTavish - Becoming an Architect, Surely there are easier ways to make money?	07 Nov 2021	01:00:56
Becoming an architect is a serious commitment. The training route is long, the expectations are high and the money question is fair to ask before you commit your whole life to the profession. Stephen Drew speaks with Scott MacTavish about becoming an architect, leaving practice for architectural recruitment, the money question, portfolios, interviews, employer expectations and the realities of the profession across different markets. The conversation covers: Scott MacTavish's route from practice into architectural recruitment Why the money question matters when choosing architecture What employers look for in candidates How portfolios and interviews are judged by recruiters and practices How career moves can differ across London, Australia and New York Read the episode on Architecture Social: Becoming an Architect with Scott MacTavish ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Scott MacTavish 04:00 Moving from practice into recruitment 10:00 Training, early practice experience and the money question 17:00 What architectural recruiters see in candidates 24:00 Portfolio, interviews and employer expectations 31:00 London, Australia and New York career moves 38:00 Differences between UK, US and international markets 46:00 The underbelly of recruitment and practice 54:00 Advice for people considering architecture 59:00 Final reflections on career choices ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Tanisha Raffiuddin - Concept Culture	07 Nov 2021	00:57:34
Alternative architecture careers become easier to explore when you stop treating architecture as one job title and start treating it as a transferable skill set. Stephen Drew speaks with Tanisha Raffiuddin about Concept Culture, alternative careers in architecture, storytelling, online marketing, sustainability communications, brand growth and how architecture-trained people can apply their skills outside a standard practice path. The conversation covers: How architecture skills can transfer into communications and brand work Why storytelling matters for built environment organisations How sustainability can shape positioning and communication What online marketing means for architecture-trained professionals How to build evidence for an alternative career route Read the episode on Architecture Social: Tanisha Raffiuddin - Concept Culture ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tanisha Raffiuddin and Concept Culture 04:00 Alternative careers from architecture 10:00 Storytelling, brand and communications 16:00 Working across practice, journalism and sustainability 23:00 Why online marketing matters in the built environment 30:00 Tools, tips and creative process 37:00 Sustainability organisations and communication strategy 44:00 Women in Architecture, events and wider networks 51:00 Turning architecture skills into a broader career 56:00 Final advice for alternative paths ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Sustainable Futures with James Rixon: Retrofit Architecture	07 May 2024	00:42:53
Retrofit is one of the biggest practical challenges in architecture: how do we make existing buildings work harder, last longer and use less carbon without treating sustainability as a bolt-on? Stephen Drew speaks with James Rixon of Rixon Architecture about sustainable design, retrofit practice, the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge and the knowledge-sharing needed to decarbonise the built environment. The conversation covers: What retrofit means in practice Why thoughtful design can improve performance without needless cost How training and shared knowledge help smaller practices How clients can make better retrofit decisions Where AI tools may help and where judgement still matters Read the episode on Architecture Social: Sustainable Futures with James Rixon Watch on YouTube: James Rixon on Retrofit Architecture ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to retrofit and sustainability 05:00 Getting on with retrofit before policy catches up 10:00 Thoughtful design without unnecessary cost 15:00 Training, knowledge gaps and upskilling 20:00 Retrofit networks and shared knowledge 25:00 AI experiments and design tools 30:00 Helping homeowners decarbonise confidently 35:00 Audience questions and broader retrofit discussion 40:00 Retrofit opportunities and closing thoughts ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	John Snow - Move aside the King in the North! This is the Prince of Planning!	04 Nov 2021	00:57:13
Planning can make or break a project, but many people outside that world only see the outcome rather than the process behind it. Stephen Drew speaks with John Snow of Tetrik Planning about what planning consultants do, how they work with architects, Section 106 agreements, public and private sector planning experience, retail, housing and mixed-use schemes. The conversation covers: What a planning consultant actually does How planners and architects work together Why Section 106 agreements matter How public and private sector planning experience differs Why direct, practical advice matters on complex schemes Read the episode notes: John Snow - the Prince of Planning Watch the video on YouTube: John Snow on planning ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to John Snow and planning 04:00 Audio note and setting up the conversation 08:00 What a planning consultant actually does 14:00 How planning consultants work with architects 21:00 Section 106 agreements explained 28:00 Public sector, private sector and complex schemes 36:00 Tetrik Planning and practical problem solving 43:00 Retail, housing and mixed-use planning challenges 51:00 Disability rights, inclusivity and planning culture 55:00 Final advice on working with planners ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Discussing Architecture Communities on the Young Architect's Podcast	03 Nov 2021	00:51:41
Architecture communities are useful when they do more than create noise. They help people learn, ask better questions, find opportunities and feel less isolated in a profession that can be hard to navigate alone. Stephen Drew joins Michael Riscica on the Young Architect Podcast to discuss Architecture Social, recruitment, Clubhouse, community, job searching and practical advice for architecture students and professionals. The conversation covers: How Architecture Social started and what it was trying to solve What recruitment looks like from Stephen's side of the desk Why community needs to be more useful than background noise How Clubhouse and online conversations shaped industry connection What architecture students and professionals can take from community Read the episode on Architecture Social: Stephen Drew on Architecture Communities ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Young Architect Podcast conversation 04:00 Stephen Drew's route into architecture and recruitment 09:00 Graduating into a difficult job market 15:00 What recruitment looks like from the inside 21:00 Building Architecture Social during the pandemic 28:00 Clubhouse, online conversation and community 34:00 What community should actually do 40:00 Advice for aspiring architecture professionals 46:00 Resources, habits and lessons learned 50:00 Final takeaways from the conversation ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	What Employers and Hiring Managers Look for When Recruiting Architects	02 Nov 2021	00:57:31
The best applications make it easy for a hiring manager to understand the person, the evidence and the fit quickly. Stephen Drew explains what employers and hiring managers look for when recruiting architects, including how to stand out, what skills matter, and how to improve CVs, portfolios and application emails. The conversation covers: How to stand out in a competitive architecture job market Which skills employers tend to look for first How to make a CV easier to review What a strong portfolio needs to communicate How to write an application email that gets attention Read the episode notes: What Employers and Hiring Managers Look for When Recruiting Architects Watch the video on YouTube: What Employers and Hiring Managers Look for When Recruiting Architects ____ Chapters 00:00 What employers look for when recruiting architects 05:00 Standing out in a competitive market 10:00 Skills hiring managers look for 17:00 CV basics that make review easier 24:00 Portfolio structure and evidence 31:00 How to write an application email 38:00 Common mistakes candidates make 45:00 What employers notice in interviews 52:00 Practical application checklist 56:00 Final advice for candidates ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Shaun 'SCB' Bryant - Online Learning, Alternative Careers and Innovation the Face of Adversity	02 Nov 2021	01:21:28
Online learning can be more than a quick software top-up. Used properly, it can help architecture professionals build confidence, document expertise and move into training, BIM, CAD management or another adjacent career route. Stephen Drew speaks with Shaun 'SCB' Bryant about online learning, Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk training, alternative careers, CAD and BIM expertise, teaching, consulting and creating opportunities in the face of adversity. The conversation covers: How Shaun Bryant built a career around software learning and training Why Revit, AutoCAD and technical skills still need communication How online courses can turn into evidence and confidence What alternative careers can look like inside the built environment How to create opportunities when the standard route is not working Read the episode on Architecture Social: Online Learning and Alternative Careers with Shaun Bryant Watch the video on YouTube: Shaun SCB Bryant on online learning and alternative careers ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Shaun SCB Bryant 05:00 Learning Revit, AutoCAD and online training 12:00 Building courses for LinkedIn Learning 20:00 CAD, BIM and Autodesk certification 30:00 Alternative careers through technical expertise 40:00 Teaching, consulting and communication 50:00 Innovation in the face of adversity 60:00 Music, creativity and professional reinvention 70:00 Opportunities people can create for themselves 79:00 Final lessons from Shaun's career ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	A Conversation with Team Esteem on "Post-Pandemic Careers in Architectural Design"	25 Oct 2021	01:01:02
Post-pandemic architecture careers were not just about remote work. For students and early-career designers, the bigger question was how to get visible, build confidence and prove value in a market that felt uncertain. Stephen Drew joins Team Esteem to discuss post-pandemic careers in architectural design, including visibility, confidence, disrupted education, online interviews, portfolios, job-search evidence and practical next steps for early-career designers. The conversation covers: How the pandemic changed early-career job searching Why candidates needed clearer evidence in CVs and portfolios How online interviews and digital communication affected applications What students and graduates could do to build confidence Why community and support mattered during a disrupted market Read the episode on Architecture Social: Post-Pandemic Architecture Careers with Team Esteem Watch the Architecture Social video on YouTube: Team Esteem - Post-Pandemic Career in Architectural Design ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:07 Post-pandemic career questions begin 08:00 How early-career designers can get visible 15:00 CV and portfolio evidence after disrupted education 23:00 Online interviews and communication 31:00 Building confidence in uncertain markets 39:00 Skills, software and adaptability 47:00 Community, networking and support 55:00 Practical next steps for candidates 59:23 Outro ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	LIVE with Rion Willard - Squashed Fees & Bottlenecks within Architecture	21 Oct 2021	01:05:42
Architecture fees are not just a finance issue. When fees are squeezed, the pressure often shows up in workload, quality, morale and the ability to hire properly. Stephen Drew speaks with Rion Willard about squashed fees, bottlenecks in architectural practice, workload pressure, commercial decisions, scope, client expectations and the operational reality behind project delivery. The conversation covers: Why squashed fees create wider practice pressure How bottlenecks appear in day-to-day architectural work Why scope, clients and resourcing need to be managed clearly How commercial awareness affects teams and hiring What candidates can learn from how practices handle pressure Read the episode on Architecture Social: Rion Willard on Architecture Fees and Bottlenecks Watch the video on YouTube: Rion Willard on squashed fees and bottlenecks ____ Chapters 00:00 Relaunching the live Architecture Social format 05:00 Rion Willard and Business of Architecture UK 12:00 Bottlenecks in architectural practice 20:00 Squashed fees and pressure on project delivery 28:00 Internet wobble and returning to the conversation 32:00 Why fees affect workload, quality and hiring 40:00 Practice leadership and commercial decisions 48:00 Client expectations, scope and value 56:00 What candidates can learn from practice pressure 63:00 Final reflections on fees and bottlenecks ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Sarah Lebner - Drive and Persistence - Practising Architecture and Building Communities	20 Oct 2021	00:50:17
Sarah Lebner's work matters because it connects architecture practice with practical early-career support. That is more useful than inspiration on its own. Stephen Drew speaks with Sarah Lebner about practising architecture, building The Architect Project and My First Architecture Job, community, motherhood, persistence and the journey behind her National Emerging Architect Prize recognition in Australia. The conversation covers: Practising architecture while building useful community resources How The Architect Project and My First Architecture Job supported early-career professionals Why drive and persistence matter during messy stages of growth How motherhood, professional ambition and community work intersect What candidates can learn from turning experience into practical support Read the episode on Architecture Social: Sarah Lebner on Architecture, Drive and Community Watch the video on YouTube: Sarah Lebner on drive, persistence and community ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sarah Lebner 04:00 Building Architecture Social and The Architect Project 10:00 Practising architecture while building community 17:00 Drive, persistence and personal motivation 24:00 Motherhood, life and professional ambition 31:00 My First Architecture Job and early-career support 38:00 Winning the National Emerging Architect Prize 44:00 Lessons from creating useful resources 48:00 Final reflections on community and persistence ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Katya Veleva - Inclusion, Equity & Diversity within Construction	06 Oct 2021	01:20:18
Inclusion, equity and diversity in construction only matter if they change how people experience work. Stephen Drew speaks with Katya Veleva about inclusion, equity and diversity in construction, her route from architecture and BIM into coaching, being gay in the architecture industry, workplace language, culture and personal development. The conversation covers: How Katya Veleva moved from architecture and BIM into inclusion work Why workplace language and behaviour matter more than policy wording alone What being truly inclusive can mean in architecture and construction How coaching supports personal and professional development Why inclusion affects recruitment quality, retention and trust Read the episode on Architecture Social: Inclusion, Equity and Diversity with Katya Veleva Watch the video on YouTube: Katya Veleva on inclusion, equity and diversity ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to inclusion, equity and diversity 05:00 Katya Veleva's route from architecture and BIM 12:00 Coaching, mentoring and workplace language 20:00 Being gay in the architecture industry 30:00 What true inclusion means in practice 40:00 Organisational culture, recruitment and retention 50:00 Personal and professional journeys 60:00 Success stories and difficult conversations 70:00 Blush Cloud, podcasting and wider work 78:00 Final reflections on inclusive workplaces ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Angela Mazzi - Quality of Life and Mental Health in Architecture	18 Sep 2021	00:59:13
Mental health in architecture is not a soft side issue. It sits inside deadlines, workload, identity, career pressure, business pressure and the way people are asked to perform in the profession. Stephen Drew speaks with Angela Mazzi about quality of life, mental health, anxiety, career roadblocks, deadlines, built environment impact, community needs and healthier ways to think about work in architecture. The conversation covers: Why quality of life belongs in architecture conversations How deadlines and workload can affect mental health What career roadblocks can feel like in practice How the built environment connects to user and community needs Why candidates should look for evidence of responsible workload management Read the episode on Architecture Social: Angela Mazzi on Mental Health in Architecture ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to quality of life and mental health 05:00 Angela Mazzi and design for wellbeing 12:00 Career roadblocks and professional pressure 19:00 Deadlines, anxiety and workload 27:00 Clubhouse and changing online conversations 35:00 Stephen's experience of practice and business 43:00 Built environment, users and community impact 51:00 Practical ways to think about healthier work 57:00 Final reflections on quality of life ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Will Ridgway, A Crash Course in Architecture Recruitment	05 Sep 2021	01:03:47
Architecture recruitment should make the hiring process clearer, faster and more human. Stephen Drew speaks with Will Ridgway about architecture recruitment, learning the industry from scratch, dealing with the pandemic, building Architecture Social, candidate behaviour and what successful job seekers do consistently. The conversation covers: How Will Ridgway learned architecture recruitment from a blank slate What changed during the pandemic How Architecture Social developed from the beginning What strong candidates tend to do consistently How job seekers can stand out without overcomplicating the process Read the episode on Architecture Social: Architecture Recruitment Crash Course Watch the video on YouTube: Will Ridgway on architecture recruitment ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Will Ridgway and recruitment 05:00 Learning the architecture industry from scratch 12:00 Joining recruitment during a changing market 20:00 The pandemic and candidate behaviour 28:00 Building Architecture Social from the beginning 36:00 What successful candidates do consistently 44:00 How to stand out in the job market 52:00 Recruitment lessons for practices and candidates 60:00 Final advice on architecture recruitment ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Inspiring Sustainable Ways of Life, ft. Michael Woodford at White Arkitekter	30 Apr 2024	00:32:33
Sustainable architecture is not only about technical performance. It is also about culture, decision-making, communication and designing places that support better ways of living. Stephen Drew speaks with Michael Woodford of White Arkitekter about sustainable design, healthcare projects, practice culture, carbon calculation, AI and what architects need to communicate clearly as the market changes. The conversation covers: How White Arkitekter approaches sustainable design What healthcare projects can teach about social and environmental impact How practice culture affects design quality Where carbon calculations and AI tools may help Why writing and advocacy still matter in architecture Read the episode on Architecture Social: Inspiring Sustainable Ways of Life Watch on YouTube: Michael Woodford at White Arkitekter ____ Chapters 00:00 Friday introduction and sustainable design context 05:00 Healthcare projects and cancer centre design 10:00 Practice structure, ownership and culture 15:00 Carbon calculations and AI opportunities 20:00 Writing well and professional communication 25:00 Market conditions and developer confidence 30:00 Advocacy, decision-making and closing reflections ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	"What does it mean to be a Professional" with Jason Boyle.	05 Sep 2021	00:47:21
Professionalism in architecture is not just about sounding polished. It shows up in reliability, judgement, respect and the way people keep learning. Stephen Drew speaks with Jason Boyle about what it means to be professional in architecture, including competency, reliability, accountability, honesty, integrity, self-control, flexibility, respect and continuous learning. The conversation covers: Why the word professional can be used too loosely How competency and reliability show up in daily work Why accountability, honesty and integrity matter How self-control, flexibility and respect shape professional behaviour Why continuous learning keeps skills relevant Read the episode notes: What does it mean to be a Professional Watch the video on YouTube: What does it mean to be Professional? ____ Chapters 00:00 What does it mean to be professional 04:00 Why the word professional is used loosely 09:00 Competency and reliability 15:00 Accountability, honesty and integrity 21:00 Self-control, flexibility and respect 28:00 Learning and keeping skills relevant 35:00 Professional behaviour in architecture 42:00 Final reflections with Jason Boyle ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Matthew Jackson, Architect & Digitisation Geek from BIMobject	10 Aug 2021	01:18:42
Architecture skills do not only belong in traditional practice. They can also sit inside digital construction, product platforms, business development and technology-led teams. Stephen Drew speaks with Matthew Jackson about moving from mainstream architecture into BIMobject, digital construction, project management, business development, startup growth, Sweden, sustainability and the future of architecture technology. The conversation covers: How Matthew Jackson moved from architecture into BIMobject What digital construction roles can involve Why BIM objects, data and product information matter How sustainability connects with better digital workflows How architecture experience can translate into technology-led roles Read the episode on Architecture Social: Matthew Jackson on BIMobject and Digital Construction ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Matthew Jackson and BIMobject 05:00 Moving away from mainstream architecture 12:00 Project management, business development and digital construction 20:00 Life in Sweden and startup growth 30:00 Why construction needs to digitalise 40:00 BIM objects, data and product information 50:00 Sustainability and digital workflows 60:00 Future opportunities for architecture skills 70:00 Advice for people considering digital roles 77:00 Final thoughts on architecture and technology ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Karen Fugle, SleepingGiant Consulting	04 Aug 2021	00:51:51
Leadership in architecture is often treated as something people should simply grow into. In reality, communication, confidence, resilience and influence all need work. Stephen Drew speaks with Karen Fugle of SleepingGiant Consulting about leadership and career coaching for architects, designers and construction professionals, including confidence, resilience, communication, overwhelm, career transition and experimentation. The conversation covers: How coaching can support leadership and career transitions Why confidence, resilience and communication matter in architecture and construction How people handle overwhelm and difficult periods Why online and offline relationships both matter How experimentation can help people move forward Read the episode on Architecture Social: Karen Fugle on Leadership Coaching in Architecture Watch the video on YouTube: Karen Fugle on architecture leadership ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Karen Fugle and SleepingGiant Consulting 04:00 Leadership and career coaching for built environment professionals 10:00 Moving through a career in architecture and construction 17:00 Confidence, resilience and communication 24:00 Online, offline and real-life work 31:00 Overcoming difficult times and career transitions 38:00 Employee engagement, influence and overwhelm 45:00 Experimentation, coaching and practical support 50:00 Final reflections on leadership ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Benjamin Champion - Slaying Dragons, Running for the RIBA Council and discussing a little bit of Architecture.	27 Jul 2021	00:53:29
This archive conversation works best now as a snapshot of community, technology and professional voice, rather than as a time-sensitive election post. Stephen Drew speaks with Benjamin Champion in an archive conversation about Architecture Social community, technology, RIBA Council context, public perception, architectural assistants, education and the value of a young professional voice. The conversation covers: How Architecture Social community conversations were developing Why technology and informal spaces can help people connect What the 2021 RIBA Council context raised for young professionals Why public perception of architecture matters How architectural assistants and education fit into the wider professional conversation Read the episode on Architecture Social: Benjamin Champion on RIBA Council and Community ____ Chapters 00:00 Opening season two with Benjamin Champion 04:00 Architecture Social community and forum hosting 10:00 Technology, games and informal community spaces 16:00 Running for RIBA Council in 2021 23:00 Public perception of architecture 30:00 Architectural assistants, education and professional voice 37:00 Making architecture more public-facing 44:00 Young professional representation and change 50:00 Final reflections on community and the profession ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	How do you overcome the FEAR of speaking up?	08 Jul 2021	00:59:22
The fear of speaking up at work is not only about confidence. It is often about preparation, timing, trust and knowing what you are trying to contribute. Stephen Drew, Tara Cull and Emma Wainer discuss how to overcome the fear of speaking up at work, including meeting preparation, confidence, intention, challenging conversations, reflection and learning from setbacks. The conversation covers: Why meetings and questions can feel stressful How preparation can reduce pressure Why confidence and intention matter How to handle challenging conversations How reflection helps people learn from setbacks Read the episode on Architecture Social: How to Overcome the Fear of Speaking Up at Work Watch the video on YouTube: How do you overcome the fear of speaking up? ____ Chapters 00:00 Why speaking up can feel difficult 05:00 Meetings, stress and fear of being asked a question 12:00 Confidence, intention and showing up authentically 20:00 Preparing for meetings and difficult conversations 28:00 Stephen, Tara Cull and Emma Wainer on communication 36:00 Reflection, evaluation and learning from setbacks 44:00 Strategies for making a useful contribution 52:00 Building confidence over time 57:00 Final encouragement and next steps ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	The Architect's Shelf's Q+A with Sarah Lebner by The Architecture Experiment + Emily Foster	15 Jun 2021	00:48:07
Architecture education becomes more useful when people can talk openly about what they were taught, what they were not taught and what helped them move into work. Nylda from The Architecture Experiment and Emily Foster host The Architect's Shelf Q&A with Sarah Lebner, discussing architecture education, sustainability, My First Architecture Job and advice for people seeking work during challenging times. The conversation covers: How The Architect's Shelf created space for architecture discussion What Sarah Lebner's work offers early-career professionals Why architecture education does not always prepare people for the whole career How sustainability and design conversations connect to career development Which resources can help people looking for work Read the episode notes: The Architect's Shelf Q&A with Sarah Lebner ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Architect's Shelf 04:00 Nylda, Emily Foster and the Architecture Social discussion format 09:00 Sarah Lebner and My First Architecture Job 15:00 Architecture education and what students are not taught 22:00 Sustainability and design conversations 29:00 Advice for people seeking work during challenging times 36:00 Resources, books and career support 43:00 Final Q&A reflections ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	How do you resign from your current employer and leave on the best of terms?	15 Jun 2021	00:54:46
Resigning from an architecture job does not need to become dramatic. The aim is simple: communicate clearly, respect your notice period and leave the relationship intact. Stephen Drew, Tara Cull and Will Ridgway discuss how to resign from an architecture job properly, including accepting a new offer, handing in notice, managing emotion, planning a handover and leaving on good terms. The conversation covers: What to check before handing in your notice How to speak to your current employer respectfully Why notice periods and handovers matter How to manage guilt, emotion and counteroffers How to protect your reputation in a small industry Read the episode on Architecture Social: How to Resign Gracefully from an Architecture Job Watch the video on YouTube: How do you resign and leave on the best of terms? ____ Chapters 00:00 Why resigning can feel stressful 05:00 Accepting a new offer and checking the basics 11:00 Speaking to your current employer 18:00 Notice periods and handover planning 26:00 Stephen, Tara Cull and Will Ridgway share advice 34:00 Managing emotion, guilt and counteroffers 42:00 Protecting relationships and reputation 50:00 Final checklist for leaving well ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	The Power of Language to Help your Job Applications Stand Out	15 Jun 2021	00:52:58
Words are powerful in a job application because they shape how quickly an employer understands your evidence. Stephen Drew explains how language can make architecture job applications stronger, including CV structure, power words, verbs, adjectives, quantified achievements, personal values and using employer language from job descriptions. The conversation covers: How small CV wording changes can improve an application Why structure, verbs and adjectives matter How to quantify achievements clearly How to use job descriptions and practice websites without copying them badly How to show values and commitment in a more specific way Read the episode notes: The Power of Language to Help your Job Applications Stand Out Watch the video on YouTube: The Power of Language to Help your Job Applications Stand Out ____ Chapters 00:00 Why language matters in job applications 05:00 Making small CV changes with impact 11:00 Structure, verbs and adjectives 18:00 Quantifying achievements clearly 25:00 Matching employer language and job descriptions 32:00 Showing values without vague claims 39:00 Making a portfolio and email more persuasive 47:00 Common wording mistakes in applications 51:00 Final tips for standing out ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Stephen Glands, Director at Macdonald & Company	14 Jun 2021	00:32:14
Good recruitment advice should be honest, useful and grounded in how the market actually behaves. Stephen Drew speaks with Stephen Glands, Director of the Architecture Team at Macdonald & Company, about recruitment, senior and executive appointments, design management, technical management, strategic hires and honest career advice. The conversation covers: How senior and executive architecture recruitment works Why some people move outside mainstream design roles What design management and technical management roles can offer Why honest market advice matters Which traits Stephen Glands has seen in successful careers Read the episode notes: Stephen Glands, Director at Macdonald & Company ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Stephen Glands and Macdonald & Company 03:00 Recruitment perception and useful advice 07:00 Mid-career, senior and executive appointments 12:00 Moving outside mainstream design 17:00 Design management, technical management and Head of Design roles 22:00 Honest market advice and strategic hires 27:00 Traits successful people use over time 31:00 Final reflections on recruitment careers ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	How to negotiate the salary you deserve in Architecture with your current employer	07 Jun 2021	00:54:27
Salary conversations are uncomfortable for many architecture professionals, but avoiding them usually means leaving your progression to chance. Stephen Drew explains how to negotiate the salary you deserve with your current employer, including why pay conversations feel difficult, how to set goals, prepare evidence and take responsibility for your career trajectory. The conversation covers: Why people often avoid salary conversations How to prepare before speaking with your employer Why career goals and evidence matter How to talk about worth without sounding entitled What to do after a difficult pay conversation Read the episode on Architecture Social: Salary Negotiation in Architecture Watch the video on YouTube: How to negotiate the salary you deserve in Architecture ____ Chapters 00:00 Why salary conversations feel difficult 05:00 Fear of sounding greedy or ungrateful 11:00 Taking responsibility for your career trajectory 18:00 Setting goals before negotiation 25:00 Understanding your worth and evidence 32:00 Preparing a conversation with your employer 40:00 Handling difficult responses and next steps 48:00 Gaining control of salary discussions 52:00 Final advice on pay negotiation ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Elevating Designs & Empowering Architects with Technical Guidance, ft. Dieter Bentley-Gockmann at EPR Architects	23 Apr 2024	00:37:51
Good technical guidance is not just about making drawings compliant. It protects design quality, safety, ethics, sustainability and the people who eventually use the building. Stephen Drew speaks with Dieter Bentley-Gockmann of EPR Architects about technical leadership, professional standards, fire and life safety, Part III mentoring and why technical expertise needs more respect inside architecture practices. The conversation covers: What technical leadership looks like inside a large architecture practice How regulations, fire safety and accessibility shape better projects Why ethical behaviour and professional standards matter How Part III candidates can build confidence with technical knowledge Why technology should support judgement, not replace it Read the episode on Architecture Social: Elevating Designs and Empowering Architects with Technical Guidance Watch on YouTube: Dieter Bentley-Gockmann at EPR Architects ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to technical guidance in architecture 05:00 Moving from project running into technical leadership 10:00 EPR Architects, standards and collaborative design quality 15:00 Keeping up with regulations and industry knowledge 20:00 Ethics, safety and the fundamentals of professional practice 25:00 Learning from technical mistakes and mentoring Part III candidates 30:00 Quality, technology and not letting speed overtake judgement 35:00 The wider skill set architects should recognise 37:00 Closing thoughts and where to connect ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Architecture Software you need to learn NOW to accelerate your career in 2021	24 May 2021	00:12:09
Software skills are not the whole career, but they can make a candidate easier to place when they clearly connect to practice needs. Stephen Drew shares a short guide to architecture software skills that can accelerate a career, explaining why practices value useful software knowledge and how candidates can show they will add value to a team. The conversation covers: Why software skills matter in architecture recruitment How practices think about tools and team value Why learning should connect to real project workflows How candidates can show useful software knowledge Where to focus when trying to improve quickly Read the episode notes: Architecture Software you need to learn now Watch the video on YouTube: Architecture software you need to learn now ____ Chapters 00:00 Why software skills matter in recruitment 02:00 What practices look for when hiring 04:00 Software as evidence of value 06:00 Learning tools that accelerate your career 08:00 Introducing new skills into a practice 10:00 Final advice on where to focus ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Evelyn Lee, Founder of the Practice Of Architecture and Senior Experience Designer at Slack Technologies.	19 May 2021	00:54:49
Evelyn Lee's career shows how architecture training can move into experience design, organisational culture and technology without losing its design value. Stephen Drew speaks with Evelyn Lee about Practice of Architecture, Practice Disrupted, her role as a Senior Experience Designer at Slack Technologies, organisational culture, people-first design and alternative routes from architecture. The conversation covers: How Evelyn Lee connects architecture, business and experience design What working in technology can teach architecture professionals Why organisational culture matters to design outcomes How Practice of Architecture and Practice Disrupted approach industry change What alternative career paths can look like for architecture-trained people Read the episode on Architecture Social: Evelyn Lee on Architecture, Slack and Experience Design Watch the video on YouTube: Evelyn Lee, Senior Experience Designer at Slack Technologies ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Evelyn Lee 04:00 Practice of Architecture and Practice Disrupted 10:00 Moving from architecture into experience design 16:00 Working at Slack Technologies 23:00 Business, design and organisational culture 31:00 Putting people first in design outcomes 38:00 The current state of the architecture industry 46:00 Behind the scenes of podcasting and practice change 52:00 Final reflections on future careers ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.
	Andy Shaw, Managing Partner at AMA, Chair of RIBA Gulf Chapter	03 May 2021	00:52:03
Architecture careers in the Gulf can offer major projects, international teams and a different pace of work, but the move still needs proper research. Stephen Drew speaks with Andy Shaw about his work as Managing Partner at AMA, chairing RIBA Gulf, moving from the UK to Dubai, teaching while running a business and what candidates should understand about architecture careers in the Gulf. The conversation covers: What it is like to move from the UK to Dubai for architecture work How AMA, Dubai Harbour and cultural projects shaped Andy's practice experience What teaching adds to practice leadership Why RIBA Gulf matters as a professional network What candidates should ask before relocating Read the episode on Architecture Social: Andy Shaw on RIBA Gulf, Dubai and Architecture Careers Watch the video on YouTube: Andy Shaw, Chair of RIBA Gulf interview ____ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Andy Shaw and RIBA Gulf 04:00 Moving from the UK to Dubai and the Middle East 10:00 AMA, Dubai Harbour and cultural projects 17:00 Teaching while running a practice 24:00 RIBA Gulf and regional professional networks 31:00 Career differences between the UK and UAE 39:00 What candidates should research before relocating 47:00 Final reflections on architecture careers in the Gulf ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Browse live jobs at Architecture Social Jobs, compare pay using the Architecture Salary Guides, or explore free career resources at Architecture Social Resources. If you want more structured support, book one-to-one architecture career coaching, or join the Architecture Social Club for community support, portfolio feedback, salary discussions and peer advice. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. If you join through our link or use code ARCHSOCIAL10, Architecture Social may earn a commission. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the annual membership.

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