Metaverse architecture asks whether spatial design skills still matter when the environment is virtual rather than physical.

Stephen Drew speaks with Michel Vieira and Leonardo Marchesi of Decent Architecture about designing virtual spaces, applying physical-world architecture experience and what immersive environments may mean for the profession.

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Architecture often talks about access and opportunity, but the real test is whether people can afford to study, enter and stay in the profession.

Stephen Drew speaks with Sumita Singha about whether architecture is really accessible to study and practise, covering cost of living, education costs, Brexit, equity, ethics, technical teaching and support for the next generation.

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Moving from architecture into YouTube, filmmaking or model-making is not as random as it first sounds. Architecture trains you to make ideas visible, explain process and work through messy creative problems.

Stephen Drew speaks with Will McDaniel about moving from architecture into filmmaking and YouTube, including Monster Model Making, practical effects, visual storytelling, transferable architecture skills, creative independence and alternative career routes.

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Creating architecture in the metaverse means designing spaces, experiences and interactions that people can use without a physical building ever being constructed.

Stephen Drew speaks with Spaces DAO about creating architecture in the metaverse, virtual real estate, 3D modelling, design, animation, in-game development and what it feels like to practise architecture in digital spaces.

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Cultural intelligence is not a nice-to-have for architecture practices. It affects how teams work, who feels heard and whether diversity leads to better outcomes.

Stephen Drew speaks with Marsha Ramroop about cultural intelligence in architecture practice, inclusion, diversity, organisational culture, business outcomes and how practices can build more inclusive workplaces.

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The Bartlett investigation raised uncomfortable questions about architecture education, student treatment and whether toxic culture is limited to one institution or part of a wider problem.

Stephen Drew discusses toxic culture in architecture education after the Bartlett investigation, including bullying, discrimination, student experiences, teaching culture, professional responsibility and whether the issue reaches beyond one school.

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This archive episode captures a 2022 RIBA election conversation with Muyiwa Oki, before he went on to become RIBA President.

Stephen Drew speaks with Muyiwa Oki about the 2022 RIBA Presidency election, why members should vote, professional change, engagement, representation and why the election felt different for many people in architecture.

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https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/who-is-muyiwa-oki-and-why-is-he-running-for-the-riba-presidency-in-the-2022-election/

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Interviews for a first architecture job can feel intimidating, but preparation makes a visible difference to confidence, clarity and how a portfolio is discussed.

Stephen Drew discusses how to get your first architecture job, focusing on interview preparation, online and in-person interviews, common pitfalls, practical tips and how early-career candidates can approach interviews with more confidence.

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Finding a first job in architecture can feel vague and stressful, especially when university has not prepared students for the practical reality of applications.

Stephen Drew gives a guest lecture for Coventry University Architecture Society on finding a job in architecture, covering student anxieties, post-Covid realities, job searching, portfolios, applications and practical ways to start a career.

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Build Studios is a built environment hub in London, but the more interesting question is how spaces like this can support collaboration, outreach and the next generation.

Stephen Drew speaks with Helen Santer about Build Studios, co-working, collaboration, school outreach, business volunteers and helping students and underrepresented groups understand careers in the built environment.

The conversation covers:

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