Architecture Social

Architecture Social

Architecture Social, Stephen Drew

Episodes 255
Avg. Duration 51m
Activity Declining
Since Jul 2020
Latest Episode May 2026

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54%
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About This Podcast

It is hard to get a job in architecture. We exist to help you get there. Hosted by Stephen Drew, Architecture Social is the unfiltered guide to the UK Built Environment. We decode the realities of the industry, provide actionable cheat codes for your career, and bridge the communication gap between the drafting board and the boardroom. Whether you are a Part I assistant trying to survive your first role, a Part III architect managing complex procurement, or a Practice Director fighting tight margins and adapting to the Building Safety Act, this podcast is your central node of intelligence. We strip away the aesthetic gatekeeping and toxic positivity to talk about the actual mechanics of the business. Expect honest conversations about salary realities, portfolio strategies, hiring economics, and the true experiences of the people actively shaping the profession. No fluff, just the reality of practice.

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Recent Episodes

Running an Architecture Practice Isn’t What You Think

May 07, 2026 1h 17m Transcript

In this episode, Stephen sits down with Tim, co founder of nimtim architects, a design led practice based in South London.Tim shares his journey from working in traditional practice to unexpectedly…

How to Future Proof Your Architecture Career

Apr 14, 2026 1h 12m Transcript

In this episode, Stephen sits down with Ami Nigam, Head of Design Technology at Benoy, a leading global architecture practice based in London.Ami shares his journey from studying architecture in…

How to Actually Get Hired in Architecture and Interior Design

Mar 24, 2026 1h 17m Transcript

Stephen Drew from Architecture Social drops into Kingston University for a straight talking session on how students and early career designers can land roles in London. It is welcoming, honest and…

How to Land Your First Architect Role

Mar 17, 2026 1h 22m Transcript

You want a job in architecture or interiors in London and you want it fast. This is the playbook. We cover how to stop waiting for job boards and go direct to studios. How to send a tight 3 to 5 page…

Is This the End of Revit? How Architects Must Adapt (2026)

Feb 12, 2026 1h 9m Transcript

▶ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fbQy7kP2AgStephen Drew sits down with Allister Lewis to break down the big changes happening in architecture today. From new software…

The Future of Housing: A Deep Dive into Modular Innovation with ZedPods

Dec 18, 2025 1h 38m Transcript

In this episode, we sit down with Lalit Chauhary, Design Director at Zed Pods, an award winning modular design studio that’s changing the game in social housing. From studying architecture in India…

Why Architects Need to Think Like Influencers: Marketing Secrets Revealed

Dec 05, 2025 41m Transcript

Join Stephen Drew on this detailed live stream covering essential marketing strategies for 2026 and beyond. Drawing from years of experience, mistakes, and successful tactics, the host shares…

Why Ignoring AI Could Spell Doom for Your Architecture Practice ft. George Guida

Nov 25, 2025 49m Transcript

Join us in this exciting episode of the Architecture Social show as we delve into the future of AI in Architecture with the founder of xFigura, George. Discover how AI is revolutionizing…

Architecture's Future: Are Universities Keeping Up? | ft. Alberto Villanueva

Nov 18, 2025 1h 3m Transcript

Join us on the Architecture Social show as we explore the state of the architecture industry in 2025 with Alberto, head of the Department of Architecture at Ravensbourne University in London. In this…

From Designs to Developments: Greg Blaquiere's Planning Journey

Nov 11, 2025 48m Transcript

Join us for a special episode as we sit down with Greg Blaquiere, founder of Eagle Planning and Development. Discover Greg's fascinating journey in the world of planning consultancy, from his…

Can Architecture Really Heal? Discover the Impact with Kim Kennedy

Nov 04, 2025 37m Transcript

Join us for a fascinating discussion on architecture's role in healthcare with Kim Kennedy, Principal at Parkin Architects. Based in Ottawa, Kim delves into her journey in healthcare architecture,…

Introverts as Leaders: Carlo Magni Challenges Architectural Norms

Oct 28, 2025 57m Transcript

Join us on the Architecture Social Show as host Stephen meets Carlo Magni, an Architect and Associate Director at EPR Architects, to explore the intricacies of architectural leadership and career…

Are Developers the New Architects? Simon Vernon Harcourt’s Journey

Oct 21, 2025 39m Transcript

Join us on the Architecture Social show as we dive into the world of historic building conversions and modern design with Simon Vernon-Harcourt, the Design Director at City and Country. Simon shares…

Revit Rookie to Digital Leader: Jon Arnott's Path to Adeptus

Oct 07, 2025 53m Transcript

In this episode, Jon takes us on a trip down memory lane to the days before BIM was even a thing, sharing his journey from traditional architecture to becoming a leader in BIM implementation. He…

Small Practice, Big Impact: Claire Nash on Cash Flow, Clients and Confidence

May 26, 2025 56m Transcript

Charging 50% upfront. Blogging to get work. Teaching part-time and even working as a dinner lady in the early days. From just herself to a team of six. Refusing to play the “starving artist” trope.…

Writing, Curating, Strategising: Lucy Bullivant’s Urbanist Toolkit

May 19, 2025 49m Transcript

Award-winning author, strategist and curator Lucy Bullivant joins us to spill the tea on what it really takes to shape cities that work – and why good urbanism needs more than just good design. We…

Why Most Architects Shouldn’t Be Developers (But Some Should) ft. Ben Richards

May 15, 2025 57m Transcript

Ben Richards gave up the drawing board for the developer’s desk and now he’s got four businesses, millions in property deals, and a lot of stories from the front lines. In this episode, we dig into…

Oops! Did I Do That? Ayo Abbas Spills the Tea on the Top 5 Architecture Marketing Mistakes

Mar 18, 2025 48m Transcript

Top 5 Mistakes in Architecture Marketing with Ayo AbbasIn this episode, the host welcomes Ayo Abbas of Abbas Marketing to delve into the common mistakes made in architecture marketing. They discuss…

Exploring Architecture and Town Planning with UPP - Journey, Challenges, and Collaboration

Mar 12, 2025 55m Transcript

Exploring Architecture and Town Planning with UPP - Journey, Challenges, and CollaborationIn this episode, join us as we dive into the fascinating world of Architecture and Town Planning with the…

The Business of Architecture: Risks, Rewards, and Real Talk with Hakan Agca at Cross Works

Feb 03, 2025 51m Transcript

What does it take to build a thriving architecture business from scratch? Hakan Agca, founder of CrossWorks, joins the show to share his journey from working in top firms to running his own…

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