EPISODE · Sep 12, 2023 · 42 MIN
From Drafts To Drinks: Navigating The London Architecture Scene With Daniel K Poku-Davies
from Architecture Social · host Architecture Social
Networking in architecture can feel awkward, but in-person events remain one of the most useful ways to build confidence, meet collaborators and understand the wider industry.Stephen Drew speaks with Daniel K Poku-Davies about the London architecture scene, networking, events, diversity, professional relationships and why showing up can make a real difference to a career.The conversation covers: Why architecture networking is more useful when it is relaxed and regular How students and early career professionals can build confidence Why professional bodies and informal communities both matter How diversity and representation affect networking spaces Why in-person relationships can open doors that online content cannot ____▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_7EvXkNC3Y📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/daniel-poku-davies-london-architecture-networking/Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:https://architecturesocial.com/The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:https://archademia.com/architecture-social/Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.____Chapters 00:00 Introduction to London architecture networking 05:00 Events, developers and meeting people across the city 10:00 Confidence, students and learning to speak to people 15:00 Building relationships and getting past nerves 20:00 RIBA, collaboration and protecting the role of architects 25:00 Diversity, age and representation in professional networks 30:00 In-person events, people behind projects and community 35:00 Networking names, friendly rivalry and audience comments 40:00 Closing reflections and where to meet in person
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Stephen Drew speaks with Daniel K Poku-Davies about London architecture networking, events, community, confidence, RIBA engagement, diversity, professional relationships and why showing up in person can shape careers.
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