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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 firs... more

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What does it actually take to start your own architecture practice in 2026?

Alex Sutton founded Studio Sutton in August 2019 at the age of 29, just six months before the world locked down. In this conversation with Stephen Drew, he opens up about bu... more

Why do architects have so little power in the UK built environment, even when their work shapes housing, public space, procurement and the way cities function?

Stephen Drew speaks with Jay Morton, Director at Bell Phillips Architects, housing campai... more

What does it really take to build a long-term architecture career inside a global practice?

Stephen Drew speaks with Francesco Casella, Director at KPF, about career growth, working at scale, and what young architecture professionals can learn from ... more

Running an architecture practice is not just about design. It is fees, hiring, risk, clients, culture, profit and learning how to keep the studio moving without losing the work you care about.

Stephen Drew speaks with Tim, co-founder of nimtim archi... more

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Jay Morton
Architect and RIBA presidential candidate
Bell Phillips Architects
Episode: Why Architects Have Zero Power in the UK Right Now
Francesco Casella
Director at KPF London
KPF
Episode: A KPF Director’s Honest Advice for Young Architects
Tim Nimtim
Founder of Nimtim Architects
Nimtim Architects
Episode: Running an Architecture Practice Isn’t What You Think
Allister Lewis
Founder and director of ADD, BIM/tech specialist
ADD
Episode: Is This the End of Revit? How Architects Must Adapt (2026)
George Guida
Founder of Xfigura AI and experienced architect
Xfigura AI
Episode: Why Ignoring AI Could Spell Doom for Your Architecture Practice ft. George Guida
Kim Kennedy
Principal at Parkin Architects, specializing in healthcare architecture.
Parkin Architects
Episode: Can Architecture Really Heal? Discover the Impact with Kim Kennedy
Carlo Magni
Associate Director at EPR Architects
EPR Architects
Episode: Introverts as Leaders: Carlo Magni Challenges Architectural Norms
Hollie Welch
Associate Director and Architect at DMFK
DMFK
Episode: Reimagining Workplaces: Exploring the Future of Office Design with Hollie Welch at dMFK
Alejandro Gatica
BIM Manager specializing in landscape architecture.
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Episode: How BIM is Changing Landscape Architecture: A Conversation with Alejandro Gatica at Gillespies

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Host of Architecture Social

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A KPF Director’s Honest Advice for Young Architects
Q: What were the key factors that helped you land at KPF, given you were new to London and had limited UK experience?
Three things stood out: persistence with networking and portfolios, finding a place that felt personally meaningful, and meeting leaders like John Bushel who believed in me even with language gaps; that combination created the right opportunity at KPF.
Running an Architecture Practice Isn’t What You Think
Q: What are the main challenges of growing a small practice in the UK, and how have you addressed them?
Major challenges include balancing profit with ambitious design, paying competitive wages, and managing growth without losing the craft or culture. They addressed this by developing a values-led culture, implementing structured HR practices, and exploring new revenue models while maintaining a focus on people.
Running an Architecture Practice Isn’t What You Think
Q: How did Nimtim start and what was the pivotal moment that set you on the path to running your own practice?
It began with the founder working from the kitchen table, doing small extensions, and gradually winning more work. A key turning point was recognizing the value of their own process and ethos, which helped attract bigger projects and shape the firm's direction.
How to Land Your First Architect Role
Q: How much should I reveal about grades on the CV?
Be honest but pragmatic: you can list your university and graduation year, and if you're asked about grades, provide an estimate or mention the overall outcome without overselling. The emphasis is on presenting your current capabilities and potential rather than obsessing over past marks.
How to Land Your First Architect Role
Q: Any advice on titling emails?
Keep the email clear and concise: include your name, your target role, and availability. The frame should be who you are, what you want, where you are, when you can start, and why you want to work there, all in a single line that the recipient can grasp instantly.

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This show provides an unfiltered look at the UK built environment, focusing on real-world career paths, business realities, and practical strategies for architecture professionals. Across episodes, listeners encounter candid conversations about salaries, job hunting, firm profitability, leadership, and the evolving role of technology—especially AI, BIM, and design technology—in design practice. A recurring thread is translating design craft into viable business outcomes, with guests ranging from firm founders to technology leaders offering tactical guidance for navigating careers, scale-up challenges, and industry change. The series stands out for its emphasis on honesty, hands-on advice, and a pragmatic perspective that cuts through aesthe... more

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