The Broke Architect

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The Broke Architect

This podcast is about architects who are struggling with debt, have been in debt and who have overcome debt. Debt can lead to depression and despair and it's a subject that is always difficult to discuss. The Broke Architect is a podcast where we talk openly about the issues of money within the profession. Don't worry it's not all doom and gloom, we talk solutions too! If you want to talk anonymously or are able to talk with full disclosure please get in touch because this is a subject we need to talk about. Please leave feedback, a review and share to support the channel.

  1. Are we creating TOO many ARCHITECTS in the UK?

    12/17/2024 · BONUS

    Are we creating TOO many ARCHITECTS in the UK?

    Special Episode – “Are we creating too many Architects in the UK? 🎙️ The Broke Architect Podcast – Special Pre-Season Episode 📅 Release Date: [17th December 2024] ⏱️ Duration: Approx. 57:43 minutes 🚨 "DON'T MISS THIS EPIC EPISODE!" 🚨 Before we dive into the much-anticipated Season 4, we’re bringing you a special pre-season episode that will leave you inspired, informed, and ready to take on the architectural world like never before! 🎉 We now have a sponsor for Season 4! Hahn Plastics Ltd and without their support, I could not bring back this show. Why You Can’t Miss This Episode This isn’t just another podcast—it’s a call to action for architects everywhere. Whether you're burned out, broke, or just looking for that next career boost, this episode will challenge you to think about the profession of architecture.  Tune in to hear: ✅ The truth about why I think there is an oversupply of architects in the UK at present. ✅ Why I decided to leave the role of being an architect. ✅ We hear opinions from many architects on why the architecture profession is a poor state.  🎧 Where to Listen Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcast fix. 🔔 Subscribe Now Hit that subscribe button so you don’t miss this special episode and the exciting journey ahead in Season 4 of The Broke Architect Podcast. 💬 Join the Conversation Follow us on social media @TheBrokeArchitect (TikTok) and share your thoughts using the hashtag #BrokeArchitectSeason4. Should you want to be on season 4 of the podcast please email: globalarchitecturealliance@gmail.com

    58 min
  2. ARCHITECTS need to be much more EMPATHETIC

    08/09/2024

    ARCHITECTS need to be much more EMPATHETIC

    For the final episode of season 3 I speak to RIBA President Elect for 2025-2027 Chris Williamson who is Founding Partner of WestonWilliamson + Partners part of the EGIS group. Chris and has over 35 years’ experience in practice. He is also a NORTHERNER and has spent 30 years in transport projects attracting commuters out of cars onto safe, efficient well designed public transport including the design and masterplanning of stations, high speed rail, complex interchanges, underground, overground and light rail stations.  In addition to being an Architect, Chris plays a very active role in various professional organisations. Chris is a registered Project Manager and an active member of the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Institute of Collaborative Working. Chris has acted as an expert witness for TWA and planning enquiries.  In Feb 2016, Chris was inducted as a Freeman of the City of London and is currently Master of the Company of Architects in the City of London. Chris is a visiting professor at the University of London and Chair of the Southwark Design Review Panel. In this episode, we discuss the RIBA's future, pay, business, the £85m RIBA's HQ refurbishment and education. We discuss solutions and how Chris plans to pair up with government ministers.

    1h 11m
  3. The GOOD Client

    07/26/2024

    The GOOD Client

    Today we have a CLIENT! Robin Roberts , an Architect and a Fellow of the RIBA, is also the Chief executive of the Sutton Housing Society and is therefore a CLIENT! However, Robin is also a Chartered Surveyor. The only individual to be simultaneously recognised as a fellow of both institutions, holding FRIBA and FRICS. Robin seeks to identify more powerful ways to deliver projects, recognised by a collection of industry awards. Derek Rees, to quote Regional Director of Constructing Excellence "I see many great people that are trying to drive positive change in the construction sector and achieving it. But Robin clearly stands out, as demonstrated by the length and breadth of the Construction Excellence awards he has been instrumental in winning. He has also achieved several 'firsts' for us, including the first national client of the year and our first innovation in practice."  We discuss, why you should be a GOOD client and how you can be a GOOD client. We also look at how you can move into the client role. Robin is a winner of 10 Constructing Excellence awards and received their first innovation in practice recognition.

    1h 25m
  4. Architect OUTCASTS!

    07/19/2024

    Architect OUTCASTS!

    This is Part 2 of my interview with ⁠Ramesh Pari ⁠who works for a well-known grocery tech firm. You may ask: “Why am I interviewing someone from a tech company?” However, it may surprise you that Ramesh is an architect and is the Head of BIM Design & Coordination.  In part 2 Ramesh talks about his work in the TECH sector and how he is thriving, getting more pay and family time. We discuss the RIBA and why he felt he had to leave and we also discuss his leadership style.

    55 min
  5. My TOXIC relationship with ARCHITECTURE

    07/12/2024

    My TOXIC relationship with ARCHITECTURE

    This is Part 1 of my interview with Ramesh Pari who works for a well-known grocery tech firm. You may ask: “Why am I interviewing someone from a tech company?” However, it may surprise you that Ramesh is an architect and is the Head of BIM Design & Coordination.  Ramesh left being a practising architect 6 years ago after not finding enjoyment in the profession and in his own words had a toxic relationship with architecture.  Ramesh is a child of an immigrant family from South Asia and thought the pursuit of becoming an Architect would result in him having a comfortable life. However, like more and more people in architecture, this is no longer popular as the salaries are quite frankly, SH*T. Part 2 will focus on what happened when he left architecture and entered the tech sector.

    56 min
  6. Light MATTERS!

    07/06/2024

    Light MATTERS!

    Meet Emma Cogswell, a lighting designer based in the South of the United Kingdom in a town called Maidenhead, for the rest of the world it’s near Windsor.  Emma is enchanted and intrigued by the thrilling effects of light, and lights' magnetic appeal. Instantly hooked by its special power, she has worked within the lighting industry for 25 years.  Emma has worked with many industry experts and trade bodies and has kept her army informed about innovations through her Skills Army website, which she founded as a knowledge-share network. To contact Emma visit: https://www.skillsarmy.co.uk

    41 min
  7. Micro (Minded) Managers

    06/27/2024

    Micro (Minded) Managers

    Meet Mohammad Balila who is a multi-cultured, Ivy League-educated architect and designer with 17+ years of experience in the profession and academia having worked in the United States of America, United Kingdom, Italy, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates. He has worked in various projects involving small and large scale residential, commercial, educational, institutional, hospitality and urban planning developments. His academic experience involves teaching and acting as a visiting juror in various institutions in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Mohammed strives to help students develop a more complete set of design skills in an environment that is constantly changing due to technological advancements in software, building materials, as well as ever-changing social, economic and environmental issues. By forming a critical and analytical relationship to their work, students form a solid basis for their continuing education and their future professional careers.

    1h 44m
  8. The DEATH of tradition: A new WAVE in Architecture PRACTICE.

    06/22/2024

    The DEATH of tradition: A new WAVE in Architecture PRACTICE.

    Meet Tom Lewith formally of TDO but now with New Works, a new type of practice that operates a new business model. Tom and his business partner Doug Hodgson and fellow director Ben Rowe head up the business which is only a couple of months old.  TDO went into 'planned' liquidation as they couldn’t see a way to make the traditional business model of architecture work. Out of the ashes often comes rebirth and New Works was born. In this episode, we explore why traditional ways of practising architecture are pretty much DEAD. We cover education, narcissism, mental health, new ways of working, collaboration, the role of the Principal Designer and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). New Works can be found at https://www.new-works.net/about

    1h 18m
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This podcast is about architects who are struggling with debt, have been in debt and who have overcome debt. Debt can lead to depression and despair and it's a subject that is always difficult to discuss. The Broke Architect is a podcast where we talk openly about the issues of money within the profession. Don't worry it's not all doom and gloom, we talk solutions too! If you want to talk anonymously or are able to talk with full disclosure please get in touch because this is a subject we need to talk about. Please leave feedback, a review and share to support the channel.

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  • Creator
    The Global Architect Alliance
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    76
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    Explicit
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