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:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XV3UMa_q1po

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https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/elevating-designs-empowering-architects-with-technical-guidance-ft-dieter-bentley-gockmann-at-epr-architects/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
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The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
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With AI, virtual environments and increasingly realistic visualisation changing architecture, where does that leave the physical model?

Stephen Drew speaks with Sophie McCarthy and Max Fraser from Atomik Architecture about why physical models still matter, how they support design thinking, and what they can do that a screen cannot.

The conversation covers:

Atomik Architecture: atomikarchitecture.com

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8D-xYihsLVc

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https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/why-should-we-still-make-physical-models-ft-sophie-and-max-from-atomik-architecture/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
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The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

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Interior design careers are often misunderstood from the outside. The work is creative, but it also depends on technical coordination, procurement, client handling and a clear eye for detail.

Stephen Drew speaks with Maria Ramirez of BB Interiors about the role of an interior designer, how interiors overlap with architecture, what FF&E really involves and what candidates need to show when applying for interior design roles.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6ns3rfobAk

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/careers-in-interior-design/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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A good architecture job search is not only about sending more applications. It is about understanding what you want, researching practices properly and showing the right evidence at the right moment.

Stephen Drew speaks with Justin Nicholls of Fathom Architects about finding the right role, building rounded project experience, standing out in applications and what practices look for when hiring.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fu5y4lj3yAI

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/dream-architecture-job-justin-nicholls/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Executive architecture is often mentioned in practice, but not always explained clearly. It sits at the point where design intent, technical resolution and delivery have to meet.

Stephen Drew speaks with Neal Morgan-Collins and Albena Atanassova from Scott Brownrigg's Design Delivery Unit about what executive architecture involves, who is suited to it and how designers can build a career around technical delivery.

The conversation covers:

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=il43VBUGB0c

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/executive-architect-scott-brownrigg/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
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The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
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Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Architecture businesses are not only built by one type of professional. Architectural technologists can bring technical focus, delivery knowledge and a practical view of how small practices really work.

Stephen Drew speaks with Jon Clayton about his route as a chartered architectural technologist, setting up his own practice, building visibility, finding clients and balancing project work with marketing, sales and finance.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMa_tsxl4b8

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/jon-clayton-architectural-technologist-business/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Leadership in architecture is not just about job titles. It is about reflection, values, communication, resilience and knowing how to manage yourself before you try to manage others.

Stephen Drew speaks with Karen Fugle about leadership coaching, personal development, reflective practice and the habits that help architecture professionals make better decisions in work and life.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-LfTVSyPOU

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/karen-fugle-architecture-leadership/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Good architecture events are not only about free drinks. At their best, they help architects, developers and built environment professionals understand each other properly.

Stephen Drew speaks with the team behind YADA about networking, property development, young professionals, mentorship and why informal events can create useful conversations across the architecture and development world.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdbymQD6V0k

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/why-is-yada-the-coolest-architecture-event-in-the-uk-and-where-can-i-get-a-cheeky-beer/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Practice culture matters when you are choosing where to work. The right studio is not just a name on a CV, it shapes the projects, people and opportunities around you.

Stephen Drew speaks with Bronte Turner about HLW Architects, workplace design, international careers, AI, practice culture and what candidates should think about when researching architecture firms.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIiRCIMQaQY

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/bronte-turner-hlw-architects/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Part 4 is a useful way to talk about what happens after qualification: lifelong learning, specialism, leadership and the skills architects need as practice changes.

Stephen Drew speaks with Neal Shasore, Head of School and Chief Executive at the London School of Architecture, about professional development, modular learning, heritage, practice knowledge and the future of architectural education.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74H8OX3OfYU

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/neal-shasore-part-4-architecture/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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