Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Jane Hatton, a disabled social entrepreneur, TEDx Speaker, and author, who is widely published in inclusive recruitment and sits on the executive board of the Recruitment Industry Disability Initiative, a Patron of Arkbound Foundation, and a Trustee of Action on Disability and Development International.During this livestream, Jane will be sharing her expertise on how to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace culture and how to harness the unique skills and perspectives that disabled employees can bring to an Architecture Practice. We will discuss the benefits of employing disabled people and how to remove disabling barriers in recruitment and employment for the architecture industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading voice on inclusive recruitment and discover how to make your business more successful.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Today we sit down with Steven Charlton, the director of the innovative I/O Atelier, to dig into the disruptive power of Artificial Intelligence in the A&D industry. I/O Atelier stands at the forefront of blending science with artistry in architectural design, championing the use of geo-spatial data to create emotional and physical experiences in the built environment. They're digital natives, armed with an artist's vision and a scientist's precision, ready to crunch numbers to create beautifully soulful places. In this episode, Steven will share his insights on how AI is set to shake up the A&D industry, shedding light on what it means for the future of design and how it can help bring out the best in people and places. But it doesn't stop there. We'll explore the significance of considering relevant datasets before the design process even begins, ensuring every creation is grounded in reality, yet shaped by creativity. Grab your notebook, brew some coffee, and join us as we explore the digital frontier of architecture and design. See you there!📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Join Stephen as he meets with Amir Noori, a leading architectural designer, to delve into the exciting role of AI in architecture and design.As technology continues to evolve, architects must adapt to the new age of Artificial Intelligence. In this conversation, we’ll explore the limitations and potentials of using AI in design, and the opportunities that exist for people in architecture and design who know how to use AI.Amir will share live projects he has worked on using AI, and the types of opportunities that have come his way since incorporating this technology into his work. We’ll also discuss what this means for architects outside the profession as well as explore how tech entrepreneurship and AI hubs are changing the face of the industry.This is a must-watch for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and design. Join us for an illuminating conversation on how architects are building the future by harnessing the power of AI!📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Are you ready to explore the exciting intersections between storytelling, architecture, and graphic design?As an architect by trade and graphic designer by passion, Adam is an expert at creating captivating visual identities and websites for artists and architects.In this informal conversation, we’ll dive deep into his creative process and explore how his architectural education shapes his approach to design projects.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Join us today as Stephen Drew will be chatting with Jordan Harris who is Systems Architect & Digital Operations Manager at Hale Architects about a topic that’s on the minds of many architects and professionals in the built environment: the impact of tech and AI.From design software and 3D modelling to AI-powered generative design, technology is transforming the way we approach architecture and the built environment. We’ll be diving into some of the ways tech and AI are already being used in the industry and exploring the potential for even more innovation in the future.We’ll also be discussing what this means for the profession of architecture as a whole. How are architects adapting to these changes and what new skills and knowledge are becoming increasingly important? We’ll be exploring these questions and more with Jordan, who has years of experience working at the intersection of technology and architecture.So sit back, grab a coffee, and join us for this relaxed and informative conversation on “The Impact of Tech and AI on the Built Environment and Profession of Architecture”. We can’t wait to hear your questions and thoughts in the chat!📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Are you ready to kick-start your career in urban design or landscape architecture?Stephen Drew is joined by the amazing Liezel Du Preez, an experienced landscape architecture and urban design recruiter with nine years of industry experience as Senior Urban Designer, as well as three years of New Business and Marketing experience.Get ready to discover some top insider tips on how to land your dream job in the world of urban design and landscape architecture. Liezel's industry insights are absolutely priceless! She knows exactly what hiring managers are looking for in potential candidates, and she's here to share all her wisdom with you.Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, this livestream is a must-attend. We'll cover everything from how to make your resume stand out, to what skills employers are really looking for, to how to absolutely crush your interviews.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Pssst…  You won’t want to miss the next episode of Architecture Social’s livestream, because we’re sitting down with Chris Williamson, co-founder and director of Weston Williamson + Partners, one of the coolest and most innovative architecture practices out there.Our host Stephen Drew is going to chat with Chris about what it’s really like to work at Weston Williamson + Partners, getting the inside scoop on the culture, people, and office environment that make this award-winning firm so special. Plus, we’re going to hear all about their approach to design and the amazing projects they’ve worked on. But that’s not all!Chris is going to give us some insider tips on what he looks for when hiring new team members and what it takes to stand out in an application. If you’re a young architect looking to break into the industry or a seasoned pro looking for some fresh inspiration, this livestream is going to be packed with valuable insights.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Tonight, we’re hosting the hustings for the Just Transition Lobby, the informal powerhouse network of individuals and organisations dedicated to shaking things up in the built environment sector. We’re on a mission to enact urgent change, and we need you to be part of it!Remember when we made waves by electing the youngest, first worker, and first Black president, Muyiwa Oki? 🌊 Well, we’re ready to ride that wave of success to make even more progressive changes in the RIBA and beyond.We strongly believe that the RIBA Council must truly represent the public and the architectural workers that form the backbone of our profession. We’re looking at you, students, associates, and recently qualified architects who make up a third of the total membership! 📣 No more being underrepresented and underserved! You’ve got a voice, and we’re here to make sure it’s heard.This year, we’re stepping up our game, aiming to radically reshape the RIBA and eventually tap into the election cycles of other built environment institutes, like the RTPI, RICS, and more.Our campaign – The Just Transition Lobby – is anchored around three key themes. And we’re super stoked to unpack these with you during the livestream.Come join us as we break down barriers and build a brighter, more inclusive future in the built environment sector. Be part of the change, be part of the Just Transition Lobby! 🚀🌍Don’t forget to check out our previous call to action, where we dive deep into the why behind our presidential campaign. Get ready, set, go!📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Join Stephen Drew in the next episode of Architecture Social as he talks to Nathalie Rozencwajg, founder of NAME Architecture, to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on architecture and the architecture profession. With AI transforming the industry and changing how architects work, Nathalie shares her insights on how architects can leverage AI to improve their design process, optimize building performance and create new opportunities for innovation. She also gives us an inside look at some of the exciting projects NAME Architecture is currently working on, and how they're incorporating AI into their work. Tune in to this episode to explore the intersection of technology and architecture and learn how AI is shaping the future of the industry.Luckily, to explore this topic, I will be joined by James Lee Burgess who is a Founding Director of UrbanXR and a specialist in the design and delivery of world-scale Augmented Reality experiences.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Join us on the Architecture Social for a special show as Stephen Drew sits down with Richard Carr, Design Director at Landsec. In this episode, Richard will share his journey of moving from architecture into a successful career in real estate. Gain insights and top tips on making the switch, as well as discuss the exciting projects that Landsec is currently working on. If you've also thought about moving client-side then this is a must-watch for you. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Are you on the hunt for your perfect studio fit in 2023?Look no further! Join us for an exciting Livestream where we will sit down with industry expert Julia Nicholls to discuss all things studio culture.From understanding the ins and outs of different studio environments to tips on career progression and the importance of diversity and inclusivity.Join us for our top ten tips packed with valuable information for anyone looking to find the right place in the industry.Whether its a new job in the new year or you are soon to be graduating, don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and ask your burning questions. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Join us as we welcome Mohammed from Khizr Studio to discuss the intersection of architecture and filmmaking.We will be delving into the ways in which film can be used as an alternative to traditional architectural drawings, and how it can be used to express materiality, habitation, and movement. The conversation will also cover the use of film through the RIBA stages, from site analysis to concept design, to technical design, and handover.Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about how film and architecture can work together to convey spatial and emotive narratives.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

One of the analogies I often use to visualise the Architecture Industry is like trying to get into a club.You’re an enthusiastic Architecture Graduate trying to get in the club known as the “Industry”. From the outside, you see all the happy people, however, in front of you is a grumpy bouncer holding the entrance past the rope barrier.“No UK experience?! Back of the queue!” “NEVER used BIM?! Hmmmph, I don’t think this is the right place for you” “Under 3 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE?!… Back of the line!”“But but but… I have my portfolio with me?” “YEAH YEAH… MOVE ASIDE!”And so you wait for hours, days, months. Watching all the people go inside. You see one of your friends go in quicker than you. How is this fair?!It isn’t fair. And the bouncer doesn’t want to know about it. So what can you do?I’m joined by Joe Maguire and Laurence Richards of the Architecture Practice Ackroyd Lowrie to give their insights on the current barriers to entry within the Architecture Industry as well as their top tips on how to speed entry into the profession.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Whatever happened to QR Codes and overlaid information in the real world?Does Mixed Reality (MR) and Augmented Reality (AR) still play a role in the architectural design and construction of our built environment?So far we have been exploring Architecture in the Metaverse together. Sometimes this involves exploring new worlds using Virtual Reality headsets, a computer or a phone to explore different designs and creations.I'm interested to know if AR/MR still has a role to play in enhancing the real world or if we should focus on building new ones in the Metaverse!Luckily, to explore this topic, I will be joined by James Lee Burgess who is a Founding Director of UrbanXR and a specialist in the design and delivery of world-scale Augmented Reality experiences.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

If you've ever been job seeking, you've probably looked at over a hundred Architecture Practice's online which includes scrolling through their websites.Some are an absolute job, with beautiful images and a great user interface which glides you from one project to another with a gentle touch.The vast majority of Architecture Practices' websites on the other hand deserve to be taken to the Web-design JAIL for serial offences such as slow-loading websites, unclear menu structure, absolutely empty Archi-Jargon, HUGE images or even hidden contact details.These are a few, there are a lot of others. I'm joined from across the pond, Bryon McCartney who is co-founder of ArchMarkTogether we will discuss:- How branding and marketing makes firms more resilient in a recession- Blogging to build your reputation and reach and perhaps most importantly of all what his team learned from evaluating more than 600 architecture firm websites.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

In the last few years, I've heard more and more about "Co-Working", especially since the pandemic where many companies are downsizing their offices for flexible working environments.On the other hand, I have started to see the term "Co-Living" pop up more and more.Is this some new fun, glamorous way of living that is very different from the student halls I used to live in many years ago? It sounds like it!Fortunately, to find out precisely what "Co-Living" design looks like, I am joined by David Drews, who is Design Director of Node Living, a Coliving Operator & Developer, as well as heading up their internal Node Design Studio.Join us for an informal conversation about what a Node project looks like but also learn what it's like to relocate for the job (as David left London to join their office in Barcelona)📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level 💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

What does the future of working in the Architecture Industry entail?Unfortunately, I do not have a crystal ball, however, I am lucky enough to have the next best thing - a conversation with Evelyn Lee to hear her predictions!Evelyn Lee is the Head of Workplace Strategy and Innovation at Slack TechnologiesJoin us to hear her thoughts on designing a future of work that is flexible, inclusive and connected as well as learn what "agile working" really is and if it can apply to the Architecture Industry.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Do you know a person in your group of friends who moved to Dubai in the last few years?In my experience, this person usually takes great pleasure in telling you how excellent Dubai is every time you meet them. How many shops there are, the beaches, the buildings, the flights."Is it raining in London? Well, here..." Alright, I get it, it's nice!I've never been to Dubai myself, or the wider Gulf, however, I've always been curious about what it's like to have an Architecture Career in the East.Luckily, I am talking with Andy Shaw, who relocated to the Middle East in 2011 and has since set up his practice.Join us today to learn more about what it's like to move to the Middle East and how it differs from practising Architecture in the western world. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

So far on this channel, we've had several Architects on our channel talking about their creations and passion projects in the metaverse.These are cool and interesting; however, how many of these designers have been paid for their work or have the projects made a profit?Architects in the real world are paid to deliver buildings to their clients - so how many designers are delivering projects in the Metaverse for clients with a budget?Sunken Blimp is Metaverse Architecture Studio bringing real companies into the virtual realm. I've been BLOWN AWAY before by all the creative ideas that the team have come up with so far, so it's no surprise that I recently learned they also do amazing commercial projects, live events, and experimental projects.Join me tonight at 7 pm BST to speak to one of the co-founders of Sunken Blimp about what they are up to and if there is a commercially viable business for designing Architecture in the Metaverse?📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

GLAM is an acronym for GUCCI, LOUIS VUITTON ARCHITECTURE & ME.Popular culture has traditionally been influenced by the designs of iconic brands such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton fashion houses, but the tongue-in-cheek parodying of counterfeit culture (known as Bootlegs) is a trend that has gained popularity in recent years. Through this popular culture, we can attract and enthuse young creatives to learn about architecture, and engineering either those choosing university courses or university students wanting to belong to a community of like-minded people.  GLAM activities develop the tools, language and critical thinking required to create wearable architectures.  GLAM is pioneered by Neil Pinder who has taught in a number of inner-city schools for over 25 years, working with London Open House for much of that time. He has been a trustee of Blue Print (formerly the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust) for the past 15 years.  Currently Head of Product Design and Architecture at Graveney School in south London, where he introduced Architecture to the curriculum, winning various Open House competitions and being honoured as "Open House Teacher of the Year". 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

We’re going through changes in the Architecture Industry, some better than others, depending on whether you’re the hiring manager or working within a practice and your company’s culture.It’s been over a year since we returned to work. Before the pandemic, most Architecture Practices were working full-time in offices. Many thought it would be impossible to work remotely yet we powered through. Some companies have brought with them flexible working either remote or hybrid, while some are returning to work full time.On top of that recently in the spotlight, we’ve seen several articles in the news that highlight frustration among Architecture Professionals for unpaid overtime, returning to work fulltime and stagnant salaries.So with all that in mind, what will the future of work within the Architecture Profession look like for those who practice in the industry?Join me in an open and interactive session where I will share my trends on where I see the industry going in the next few months as well as highlight your thoughts and comments.📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

How important is mentoring the up-and-coming Architects of the future? Perhaps you are busy with a project, how do you find the time and where do you begin? Is it worth it?Following a successful two years of international mentoring, reaching over 150 students across 50 cities, Narrative Practice is providing complimentary design reviews and workshops for current and prospective students of architecture and the built environment; irrespective of their background or academic stage.⁣⁣⁣Join me in an open conversation with Dhruv Gulabchande, founder of Narrative Practice and Associate Director at HFM Architects.See you then! 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Jake Peplow is an Architect who has created 'Points to Consider'; the new handbook for students of architecture wanting to enrich and invigorate their time studying architecture.In the book he address the whirlwind journey of studying architecture through a simple, comprehensive set of guidance notes; a handbook that can be used at all stages of your design project and, in a wider sense, all stages of your architectural development. In total there are 50 points, so I picked my favourite 5 and so did Jacob in this conversation. Join us to discuss our thoughts based on over a decade of academic and practical engagement with the field of architecture.You can check out Jacob's book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3UK6Dqc 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Searching for a job is like a job in itself. Anyone who disagrees hasn't had the misfortune of clicking through a thousand websites to find their job.Honestly, it can be like looking for a needle in a haystack. Except the hay is actually sharp needles which asks for all your personal data, crashes and ghosts you when you've handed everything over.Sometimes the job is out of date, if you can find it to begin with because the search function was coded someone who has never worked in your industry and sometimes you've got to hand over every bit of private data known to mankind to submit an application.Should you be fortunate enough to be one of the lucky ones who gets an interview, perhaps you find that the actual salary of the position is ten thousand pounds less than what you are currently on or a two-hour commute from where you live.Most Architecture Job Boards and Recruitment Websites are BAD and make finding a job more painful than it already is. Does it really need to be this DIFFICULT?Join me in an open conversation with Aylin Round where we will learn more about how she plans to change the formula with her new job board (www.archjobs.co.uk) and I can share a few of the ideas we are working on at the Architecture Social to make job seeking as easy as possible.Alongside the good, we will also discuss the bad and the ugly. Who knows, probably some juicy nuggets and tips to help your search as well. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Shajay Bhooshan is an Associate Director at Zaha Hadid Architects where he heads the research activities of the Computation and Design (CODE) group.CODE has made key contributions to computational platforms, talent development and architectural design at ZHA, especially related to architectural application and articulation of shell structures.Some of his recent projects at ZHA include “Architecting the Metaverse” as well as “NFTism” at Art Basel Miama Beach.Andrei Dolnikov is an Interior Architect (UNSW), the founder and CEO of Binyan Studios 3D Visualization, and the American Society of Architectural Illustrators President (ASAI)The ASAI are launching “Cause & Effect” the first ever gathering of the global village of visualisers, architects, developers, marketers, creatives, place makers and artists who collaborate to depict our cities’ future on November the 17th in London where you can meet Andrei and Shajay in person – you can find out more information at https://asai.org/Join us for an unscripted conversation and an interactive Livestream where we will discuss “What is the role of an Architect in the Metaverse?” as well as anything else that pops up in our minds. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Often we've talked here on the Architecture Social about alternative careers in Architecture. Whether it's architectural journalism, moving to a developer or becoming an Architectural Photographer.I thought it wouldn't be helpful to speak to people who studied Architecture and practised in the Industry who have gone on to do great things in other parts of our industry in different careers so we can learn a thing or two.On that note, I'm joined by the fantastic Chris Hopkinson who I met several years ago, back then he was doing his Part 3 - now he has put down the pencil (or more realistically these days, the mouse!) to pick up the camera as a photographer.With a few awards under his belt already in a short period of time, join me for an informal chat to learn more about this career change and ask any other questions you may have in an interactive show. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

If you've ever followed a Marketing expert for the Architecture Industry, you may hear some jargon and be thinking what on earth do some of these words and abbreviations mean... A few serial offenders that should be thrown into the jargon jail that come to mind are CTA, KPI, PPC, ROI, SEO and BD. Surely some of these must be useful and important if everyones' saying them right? So what is "BD" or "Business Development" and why is it essential to practising Architecture and building a business or your online profile? Luckily I am joined by Tyler Suomala who trained as an Architect and is a Business Development Specialist at Monograph who is going to help give us a few pointers in the right direction. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

With the rising cost of living and crashing economy in the UK, you wouldn't be the only Architect thinking about moving Client-Side.After all, I can see why many would think it would be appealing to work in real estate on the Developer's team or perhaps as part of a Main Contractor instead of an Architecture Practice.Over the years I've seen several Architects successfully move client-side, and an awful lot that have wanted to make the jump but have fallen short of making the shortlist and given up.My guest and ex-colleague Stephen Glands has helped a lot of Architects make this transition successfully, he is also used to my antics which makes him the perfect well of wisdom for us to pick his brains!Join us to learn how to move Client-Side successfully and what mistakes to avoid when sending your applications to make sure you don't get lost in the inbox! 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to work in a different profession? Is it possible? Are the skills learnt while studying Architecture useful in other industries? Where do you even begin moving to another profession? I have my own ideas, however luckily for us I know just the pair who can share useful insight on this subject! Let's take a spin with Out of Architecture, the career consulting firm that helps you leverage the full value of your architecture education in any field. Jake Rudin:Jake is a strategic thinker and designer with a decade of experience in building things from the ground up. At Adidas, he leads Computational Design, Digital Technologies, and Pattern Engineering teams. He also runs Out of Architecture, a career consulting firm helping designers apply their incredible talents in untraditional ways. Erin Pellegrino: Erin is a strategist, designer and registered architect with a decade of experience in design, business development and creative consulting. She currently works as the founder and principal of Matter, a design firm that solves problems from brand and digital experiences to the built environment. Links:https://www.outofarchitecture.com @outofarchitecture on Instagram linkedin.com/company/outofarchitecture/  📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

David is a qualified Architect and a self-taught London-based painter interested in storytelling and social commentary, conveying fictional narratives often with figurative scenes expressed through raw and emotive style with a healthy dose of humour. I met David years ago when I decided to leave Architecture to become something else, I didn't know what at the time, so I fell into a career in recruitment. For many, it's a stepping stone for those leaving Architecture to become something else. David's career since then has boomed as an Artist. Far from a side hustle after hours while working an architecture job, he has his own studio, has been featured in several exhibitions and is an artist in residence for Liberty London. Pretty cool eh?! Join us in an open conversation on his journey of leaving behind practising Architecture to become a full-time artist who can pay the bills without doing the all-nighters!  📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Joseph is a Senior Architectural Technologist and author of the book "Building a career in architecture". We met several years ago when I was entering the industry as a Part I Architectural Assistant, shortly before Joe travelled the world working at Global Architecture Practices such as Cox Architects and Gensler before taking a role at NBS Specification as a Technical Specifications expert. Join our conversation talking about careers across the Construction Industry and gain more insight into what it takes to be an Architectural Technologist as well as top tips on how to relocate and get a new job halfway across the world within the sector. Find out more about Joe's awesome book here: https://amzn.to/3xjqlPX 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Have you ever been working midnight hours in the office to meet a deadline and quietly thought to yourself, "What am I doing with my life?". OK, that's kind of dramatic. Perhaps you've seen your friend who works in the real estate industry's new Tesla and thought, "I could never afford that!". OK ok... that is unrealistic. Who would buy a tesla with the current energy rates anywho?! Perhaps your energy provider has sent you a recent energy plan renewal at 3,500,000% of the original, and you've thought "is there any other way to put my good skills to use to earn a few extra pounds so I can charge my phone!?" You may or may not be aware that some Architectural Professionals have transitioned into other jobs in different sectors such as Property Development, working for a Main Contractor or other creative industries such as journalism. On tonight's podcast, I am joined by Julia Adler (Senior BIM Manager at Mace), Bharat Pankhania (Senior Design Manager at Laing O'Rourke), Giorgio Lo Porto (BIM Manager at Mace), as well as the fantastic Michael Hudson (Digital Building Expert at Turner & Townsend) in an open and unscripted discussion. Join us where I will be asking our guests about... how the journey was moving away from traditional Architecture, if the working conditions and rewards are any different and if there is anything they miss after the transition. As well as any other interesting questions from the audience.  📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Chances are that if you're watching this episode, you've also studied Architecture and worked in the industry. If you're also not living under a rock or have successfully gotten your life together, unlike me, then you probably also understand what social media is because you're watching far too much random stuff on Youtube, browsing pointlessly through Instagram as well as procrastinating on LinkedIn while pretending to be working. For us mere mortals who scroll the Reels on our way to work, perhaps you've thought about what it's like to be a content creator. Is it a lot of hard work to be successful? Is it worth it? Does it make money or bring fame and kudos? Or is it a hindrance to your day-to-day career? I'm joined here by an awesome Architectural Professional who I've met both online and in person; Thomas Rowntree is a talented Part II Architectural Assistant who practices in Industry alongside consistently producing high-quality, engaging content for his Youtube Channel. Join me in an unscripted live stream where we have an informal conversation shedding some insight on what it's like to be a full-time professional as well as a successful content creator.  📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Recently the election results of Muyiwa Oki becoming the next president-elect of the RIBA made a ripple throughout the industry that the status-quo may be finally changing.With that in mind, would it be a step too far to imagine next on the horizon in the Architecture Industry is for workers to unionise?UVW-SAW (SAW) collectively take action and fight against the negative impacts of architectural work on workers, communities, and the environment.SAW is looking to organise both in their workplaces and across the sector around overwork, under-pay, unstable employment, a toxic workplace and university culture, discrimination and unethical practice.Join me in an open discussion where you can learn and ask questions to SAW about who they are and why they are collectively fighting to unionize Architecture.LinksFind out more at https://uvw-saw.org.uk/ 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

How can graphic design and branding enhance the built environment? Often we discuss the importance of the architectural design within a project, or perhaps the structural engineering and mechanical engineering as critical components to the success of an architectural project - however, I've often wondered how graphic design and branding can enhance architectural projects and the built environment? I am joined by Chris Ritter, a Director of C-90, a creative agency and culture lab serving clients that need to be noticed to explore this subject. Northern Michigan University (NMU) recently asked C-90 to create a visual identity to increase their visibility and public awareness; it presented a fascinating design problem. Join us in an open discussion on how C-90 approached the brief of enhancing the built environment of NMU and the broader question of how graphic design and branding can improve the built environment. Find more about C-90 here: https://c-90.com/ 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

There are members of the architectural community struggling to pay their energy bills and put food on the table. Changes to the Universal Credit benefit and the increase in National Insurance contributions means that vulnerable families are being hit the hardest. In these challenging times, knowing how to support each other can be hard. The Architects Benevolent Society offers confidential advice, support and financial assistance to the architectural community and their families in times of need. Join us in an open discussion about the current cost of living crisis, how it is affecting our community of architecture students and professionals, and how this awesome charity is helping in this time of need.  📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

With years of experience as architects in the physical world, Michel Vieira & Leonardo Marchesi, founded Decent Architect to embrace the challenge to design in the Metaverse. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

With the cost of living crisis, rising costs to study architecture, and living in a post-Brexit world (for all of our UK listeners), a key question that comes to mind is whether Architecture REALLY is accessible for all to study and practice in reality anymore? To help delve deeper into this ongoing quandary I am lucky enough this week to be joined by Sumita Singha, a chartered architect, author and teacher, with a passion for the environment, equity and ethics who received an OBE for services to architecture in 2021.Keen to support the next generation of architects she has lectured on architecture and technical design for over 25 years in the UK and abroad. As part of seeing more inclusion and equity in the profession, she set up Architects For Change, the equality forum at RIBA, and chaired Women in Architecture as well as being a co-founder of Asian Architects CIC.Her own experiences of disability have given me an awareness of the importance of patient-focused healthcare as well as becoming a  Non-Executive Director in the NHS for nine years. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Will McDaniel and I studied Architecture at the University of Westminster back in 2006. Now, Will has a Youtube channel with close to a million subscribers! Join us for a live chat about all things Youtube-y, Monster Model Making and how studying Architecture has influenced his very interesting. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

What is it like to be practising architecture and designing spaces in the Metaverse? Spaces DAO is an inclusive creative collective of artists and architects, dedicated to the design of tailored spaces and experiences for the metaverse. Join us in an open discussion with Spaces to learn more about their experience on what it is like creating Architecture in the metaverse, consulting on virtual real estate, 3D modelling and design, animations, and in-game development.You can find the video of our recorded session here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWsWJbkWW5o 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is the key to us working better together, with a diversity of people, in Architecture.Research in the area of Diversity and Inclusion shows that having a mix of people in an organisation is not enough to create better outcomes, you have to have an inclusive culture too. Some quick stats show organisations with inclusive cultures are 8-times more likely to have overall better business outcomes, 6-times more likely to be innovative and twice as likely to meet or exceed financial targets.With that in mind, how do we start on this journey to become more culturally inclusive in the Architecture workplace? Marsha Ramroop was the first trailblazer of inclusivity at the RIBA as their Director of Inclusion and is the director of Unheard Voice, an award-winning consultancy for Equity, Diversity & Inclusive culture change in organisations using Cultural Intelligence.You can contact Marsha and find out more here: https://www.unheardvoice.co.uk/ 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Two weeks ago an independent investigation report of The Bartlett School of Architecture exposed a toxic learning and teaching culture. The AJ reported it as the biggest open secret in Architecture, Dezeen said its shocking and unsurprising at the same time. Maryam Al-Irhayim, Vice President for Students and Associate Members (Part I's and Part II's) at the RIBA recently wrote an article discussing the bullying and discrimination that many students have echoed to her from their experiences studying to enter Architecture. What do you think about the recent events? Is this overreaction or perhaps it's a serious problem in Architecture education that needs to be properly addressed? 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

It's that time of year at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) where the candidate nominations in the current elections have been announced and hustings are in place. For the few engaged RIBA members, this is an important moment that could invoke change. Equally, there are many members who perhaps have grown tired and jaded with the institute as of late and elections feel pretty pointless. Why do I say that? A bold claim? Well, the last election the turnout was just 13.2 percent. And to be honest, I can understand why - I've never felt compelled to vote historically before. Well, it's time that you and I need to wake up as it's a little bit different this year. Yes, that's right, in this election, there are three candidates running for the presidency. Two established and respected members of the RIBA council and board as well as a promising outsider called Muyiwa Oki. Who is Muyiwa Oki, what are his beliefs and why is he running this year? It's a good question, join me in an informal conversation to find out why should you vote this year if you've never voted before and ask him any questions. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Join us to discuss the top tips and pitfalls you must avoid when preparing for an online or in-person Architecture interview to secure your first job in the industry. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Our next guest speaker was Stephen Drew, a head of leading global Real Estate & Built Environment recruitment consultancy and creator of recently widely published Architecture Social. The former is a new type of social media for architects and designers, created to connect and integrate students or professionals. Our main focus is to help you to FIND A JOB! We are aware of difficulties, and anxieties that students have had, Stephen is going to change it! His optimistic persona will try to explain how searching for your future looks like, and present the post-covid realities" 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Have you heard of Build Studios, a new hub for the built environment sector based in London? Up until three months ago, I had no idea Build Studios existed. Fast forward three months and now the Architecture Social is part of this vibrant co-working studio. Helen Santer is director of Build Studios which also runs a programme to recruit business volunteers from the built environment sector to speak to school pupils, students, and people from under-represented groups considering setting up a business. Building Studios encourages business to share their enthusiasm for the built environment with the next generation of city professionals working with schools and other partner organisations. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

Listen to our conversation on Clubhouse where we discuss our top tips and mistakes you need to avoid when making your portfolio to apply for your first job in Architecture.Thank you to Jason Boyle and the guests in our room this Wednesday. 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com

After 15 years in design and construction recruitment, a brain tumour diagnosis at the end of 2019 turned out to be just the nudge Damon needs to change careers and find his life purpose in life….as a Life Coach….Some words from DamonLife began at 40. If you’d have told me a year ago that growth of my brain tumour was the best thing that ever happened to me, I wouldn’t have believed you! In fact, I’d have been petrified as well as angry and upset that there had been any post op growth! I’m nearly at the end of chemotherapy having already completed radiotherapy last autumn, and I’ve never been so happy and in love with life. I’m now on a mission to prove to myself and the world that we can do anything if we put our mind to it – I wholeheartedly believe this to be true. If you want to change the world, change the way you look at it, and you’ll be amazed at what starts to happen. Start by loving yourself unconditionally, and then the rest will fall into place, and maybe, just maybe, amazing things will happen….Come and join me for the journey through my video diaries – I’d love to inspire others to tap into their inner strengthSocial medial links can be found at:https://www.adaptandflow.co.uk/  📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://www.architecturesocial.com