The Podcast
Have a listen to our Architecture in the Den podcast as we interview leading names from around the world of architecture. This series aims to examine the trends, thinking and best practices behind great architecture – and meet those people pushing the boundaries forward.
The Best Architecture Podcasts
Are you looking for a specific podcast to help address certain areas? Whatever stage you are at there should be something for you here. You may be thinking about going into Architecture You may be doing your Part 3. You may be looking for your first year out. You may be in a Practice and want to climb the ladder of
Pride Road, in conversation with RIBA President, Simon Allford
Pride Road Franchisees Lisa Raynes, Shuahra Rahman, Magda Haener, Laura Simpkins and Sandy Hickey, had the pleasure of meeting Simon Allford the President of the RIBA on 1 st March 2022. They were also joined by Jane and Natalia to learn more about Pride Road. Simon introduced himself and set out his ambitions for the RIBA to become the
Architecture in the Den with Simone de Gale: The Roar of Disruption
Simone De Gale is an RIBA honorary treasurer, Winner of ‘Architect of the Year’ 2017’s Women in Construction Awards UK, one of Lisa’s 10 nominators for RIBA council and an inspirational speaker at Sheroes of Architecture. This episode is about what it takes to make change happen – starting with the decisions you
Architecture in the Den with Ben Derbyshire: Business Resilience
Ben Derbyshire is the immediate past president of the RIBA and one of Lisa Raynes’ 10 nominators for RIBA councillor. Tune in to hear them talk about resilience and why this quality is so important to build into your practice. During the best of economic times startups have a high failure rate, often
Architecture in the Den: The Joy Of Networking With Lira Luis
Lisa Raynes, Manchester based Pride Road Founder and CEO, chats to Chicago based Lira Luis, RIBA. Both Lisa and Lira are joyful networkers and members of the RIBA, which in 2020 was acknowledged as a Superbrand. Hear them chat about how networking skills – used both in online and offline communities –
Architecture in the Den: Healthy work practices with Sana Tabassum
What are the building blocks for a healthy work/life balance as an architect? Tune in to hear Lisa and her guest Sana Tabassum discuss... The architecture profession has notoriously long hours, so the time actually spent in the office means highly-qualified professionals are working for minimum wage rates. The years of study
Architecture in the Den: Weighing up the work/ life balance with Rosie Nimmo
Do you think the work / life balance is improving? Does being a parent affect your chances of success within a company? Would you advise females to have a career within the construction industry, given the current flexibility? Does being a parent benefit you work in any way?
Architecture in the Den: Zoom In with Hamza Shaikh
This podcast is about drawing. Taking an architectural idea and bringing it to life on paper in order to have an open discussion with clients or to ensure colleagues and contractors have a clear and concise understanding of the project. It’s an essential part of the life of a building. Yet the reality
Architecture in the Den: Broadening Your Network with Rachel Bell
A chat about honing all-important networking skills - what works and how to close the deal. In earlier podcasts, Lisa and her guests have explored the benefits of networking , and how to start to take joy in doing so. Networking is one key business skill that often stretches architects out of
Architecture in the Den: Challenges of Setting Up an Architectural Practice with Constantina Avraamides
Constantina is a London based Cypriot Architect. She started her own architectural practice a few months ago CA Architecture, after qualifying as an architect in 2019. With extensive experience in the residential sector, Constantina focuses around unique spaces that grow and evolve with the users through time.
Architecture in the Den: Adding Strings to Your Career Bow with Roxanne Townsend
Hi, I am Roxanne Townsend, I usually go by Roxy. Originally from the Midlands, I studied at Nottingham Trent for Part 1 and the University of the West of England for Part 2 and Part 3. I am now an Architect at Stride Treglown in Bristol, part of the schools team and
Architecture In The Den: Choosing A Niche Market To Call Home With Dominic Hailey
Architects work notoriously long hours, so much so that when you calculate an hourly rate, it doesn’t go very far. So, what steps could you take to make sure your time is valued by others as much as it is worth to you? Host Lisa and her guest Dominic Hailey have about 40
Architecture in the Den: The Power of Listening with Catherine Davis
Tune in to hear Lisa and Catherine reflect on how their careers have developed, and their tips on getting the best out of working with colleagues and for clients. Listening is a crucial ingredient for building healthy relationships which nourish strong leadership and help organizations to thrive. If you think this is
Sheroes Of Architecture
As a Women in architecture, have you struggled to juggle your career and family life? Have you faced discrimination or been layed off just for choosing to have a family? Setting up your own business might just be the flexible solution for you, but it’s not easy; you may feel isolated and be faced with
Architecture in the Den: Let’s Get Digital with Sara Kolata
Sara Kolata is digital transformation specialist. She helps architects use online tools more effectively for their businesses, so she helps them to advertise to attract better clients, and to build a community so they can work on the projects that they love. She helps them to take their careers into their own
Architecture in the Den with Alessandra Upton: The Importance of Mentoring for RIBA Part 3
Lisa Raynes, founder of Pride Road Architects, and a mentor and a mentee herself, was interviewed by guest Alessandra Upton, a recently qualified architect, in which they talked about the roles and importance of mentors and mentees. The importance of mentors Having a mentor is crucial in guiding