How AI is Transforming the Role of the Architect - Keir Regan-Alexander

We sit down with Keir-Regan Alexander, founder of Arka Works, to explore how AI is transforming architecture. With over 15 years of design experience in top London practices, Keir shares his journey from architect to AI consultant, revealing how AI is changing the way architects work. We cover everything from early career influences and design school experiences at Liverpool and Westminster to the pressures of running a practice and the challenges of embracing new tech.00:00 - Intro01:23 - Why architecture?03:21 - Early influences05:13 - Architecture school: Liverpool vs Westminster08:28 - Early career at AHMM and Fielden Fowles12:43 - Transition to Morris+Company15:58 - Navigating the split at Duggan Morris18:51 - What are your leadership values?20:52 - Leaving Morris+Company for AI consultancy23:51 - The AI awakening: early recognition of potential27:19 - AI in architecture practices: two buckets approach30:06 - Practical applications of AI in architecture33:44 - Challenges and opportunities with AI36:37 - Omnihat: a new AI startup for architects41:05 - Using AI to optimise architecture workflows43:54 - Future of architecture and AI45:28 - Advice for young architects in the AI era50:04 - The economics of architecture education today