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Bespoke Careers Podcast

Bespoke Careers
Architecture
Artificial Intelligence
Arka Works
HTA Design
London
AHMM
Landscape Architecture
Design
Social Media
Omnichat
Morris & Company
London, United Kingdom
Nimtim Architects
Workplace Design
Canary Wharf
Build Out Alliance
Metaverse
Design Process
Australian Design
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The Bespoke Careers Podcast brings you the career stories and insights from the people shaping architecture and design today. Tune in every two weeks for fresh conversations with designers, architects, and creatives from around the world, sharing insights, experiences, and the realities behind their professional journeys.

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Adam Haddow is an Australian architect, partner at SJB and the current National President of the Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA).

In this conversation, Adam make... more

Phineas Harper is a London-based writer, founder and cultural leader. A regular contributor to The Guardian, their career spans criticism, curation, education, youth work, journalism and sculpture.

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1:00 The personal toll of speaking ou... more

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Lucy Carmichael, former Director of Practice at the RIBA and current Board Member for the University of the Built Environment, explains why the traditional, linear path into the industry is failing most students, and what the alternative looks like. more

Founder of Gustafson Porter + Bowman, Kathryn Gustafson reflects starting a studio in a second language, and learning the business side of practice through trial, mentors, and persistence.

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0:59 Growing up in the desert

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Phineas Harper
writer, curator and critic, former chief executive of OpenCity
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Episode: Why Architects Don't Make Much Money – Phin Harper
Lucy Carmichael
Architect, Board of Trustees member at the University of the Built Environment
University of the Built Environment; former CABE and RIBA
Episode: The Truth About Becoming An Architect - Lucy Carmichael
Kathryn Gustafson
Landscape architect, co-founder of Gustafson Porter + Bowman
Gustafson Porter + Bowman
Episode: How an 'Un-Hireable' Architecture Grad Built a World Famous Practice - Kathryn Gustafson
Kai-Uwe Bergmann
German-American architect and partner at Bjarke Ingels Group
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG)
Episode: "Architecture School Doesn't Prepare You For This!" How We Scaled BIG Globally - Kai-Uwe Bergmann
Chris Williamson
Architect and President of the Royal Institute of British Architects
Royal Institute of British Architects
Episode: Why Architects Are Losing Their Influence (And How to Regain It) – Chris Williamson
Alyssa Anselmo
Interior architect, founder of Studio Anva and Bambini daycare centers
Studio Anva; Bambini Daycare
Episode: Why I Quit My Job in New York to Start My Own Studio - Alyssa Anselmo
Rada Daleva
Project lead at Studio Tim Fu
Studio Tim Fu
Episode: Will AI Replace Architects? - Rada Daleva, Studio Tim Fu
Shawn Adams
Architect and co-founder of POoR Collective
POoR Collective
Episode: Does architecture have a gatekeeping problem? - Shawn Adams
Peter Murray
A highly influential architecture communicator, curator, and founder of New London Architecture and London Festival of Architecture
New London Architecture, London Festival of Architecture
Episode: Why I Never Became an Architect - Peter Murray

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#86
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
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#91
Australia/Arts/Design
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#47
Hong Kong/Arts/Design
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#57
Mexico/Arts/Design
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#74
Ireland/Arts/Design
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#78
New Zealand/Arts/Design
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#90
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#107
Austria/Arts/Design
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#124
South Africa/Arts/Design
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#137
United Arab Emirates/Arts/Design
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#165
Sweden/Arts/Design
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#191
Netherlands/Arts/Design
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#210
India/Arts/Design

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Is Architecture Still Worth It? - Principal Architect at Underwood
Q: What role does drawing play in your process, especially with AI?
Drawing remains a foundational tool for thinking and communicating ideas in real time with clients; it helps you test concepts live, fosters collaboration, and keeps the human-centered design process front and center even as digital tools automate back-end tasks.
Is Architecture Still Worth It? - Principal Architect at Underwood
Q: How does your design-build approach change the client journey compared to traditional procurement?
The integrated model brings the contractor, architect, and estimator under one roof, providing cost clarity, faster decision-making, and a more reliable path from concept to completion, with continuous collaboration that minimizes surprises and maintains design intent.
Is Architecture Still Worth It? - Principal Architect at Underwood
Q: Qutaibah, why architecture? What is it about a career in architecture that keeps you coming back for more?
Architecture combines tangible outcomes with abstract ideas, allowing ongoing learning and the chance to positively impact how people live, work, and move through space. The field rewards curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration across disciplines, which keeps it engaging and meaningful.
What No One Tells You About Becoming an Architect - Thomas Rowntree
Q: What role has social media played in shaping opportunities within architecture, and how should young professionals approach personal branding?
Thomas explains that social media enables visibility, connections, and an interview-before-the-interview advantage, and he advocates being open, transparent, and consistent to demonstrate capabilities and culture to potential employers or clients.
What No One Tells You About Becoming an Architect - Thomas Rowntree
Q: How did you balance studying for Part One with building a YouTube channel, and what lessons did you learn about time management and content creation?
He details building a system of schedules, to-do lists, and a disciplined routine, emphasizing sustainable pace, prioritizing high quality content, and using short-form videos to maintain momentum without burning out.

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The show curates career-focused conversations with leading figures in architecture, design, and related creative fields. Episodes consistently surface themes around professional progression, leadership of design practices, and the evolving role of architects in society—ranging from sustainability and materials innovation to education reform, equity, and public engagement. Guests frequently share personal journeys, practical advice for building studios or practices, and reflections on how technology (AI, metaverse tools) and policy shape the profession. A standout pattern is the emphasis on collaboration, mentorship, and turning design expertise into broader social impact, making it a compelling listen for practitioners, firm leaders, and em... more

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