Blending Architecture, Design and Education for MAXIMUM IMPACT, ft. Kevin Haley

Step inside the studio and classroom with Kevin Haley, a designer and educator who bridges practical architecture with academic inquiry. At Kevin Haley Studio and Aberrant Architecture, he designs spaces that resonate deeply with community values and cultural narratives, while his role at the Royal College of Art involves mentoring emerging talents, pushing the boundaries between practical design work and theoretical frameworks. Tune in to learn how Kevin's dual passions influence his approach to creating meaningful and functional spaces. 00:00 Introduction and Casual Friday Vibes01:11 Meet Kevin Haley: Educator and Innovator01:56 Kevin's Journey from Music to Design03:58 Early Career Challenges and Discoveries08:45 Founding Aberrant Architecture13:18 Winning the V&A Residency17:09 Balancing Academia and Practice20:51 First Major Project: El Paso Pub25:15 The Swansea Pound and Community Workshops26:30 Creating Public Art with Community Input27:36 Reflections on the Swansea Project28:11 Engaging with the Audience29:21 Emerging Technologies in Design Education30:51 Post-Pandemic Architecture Education32:50 Advice for Current Students35:25 Supporting Student Ambitions38:31 Bridging Academia and Industry43:42 The Architecture Social Experiment46:07 Future Plans and Live Events47:44 Closing Remarks and Contact Information___ 📐 The Architecture Social is an online platform packed with content to help you find new jobs, stand out from the crowd and take your career in Architecture to the next level💻 Find out more at https://architecturesocial.com