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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 20 MIN

Should architects resist the ‘emerging’ label? | Belqis Youssofzay

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Youssofzay Hart is an award-winning architecture and interior design practice based in Sydney. The studio is well acquainted with the "emerging architect" label and all that comes with it. Led by directors Belqis Youssofzay and David Hart, the studio works with leading Australian and international cultural and educational institutions – including Powerhouse, M+ in Hong Kong, and the University of Sydney – to design galleries, exhibitions, installations and interiors. In this episode, ArchitectureAu editor Lucia Amies speaks with Belqis about whether the "emerging architect" label is a double-edged sword. Further reading: Qianyi Lim on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ label https://architectureau.com/articles/qianyi-lim-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ Nic Brunsdon on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ label https://architectureau.com/articles/nic-brunsdon-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ Kali Marnane on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ label https://architectureau.com/articles/kali-marnane-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ David Welsh on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ label https://architectureau.com/articles/david-welsh-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/ Bradley Kerr on whether to resist the ‘emerging architect’ label https://architectureau.com/articles/bradley-kerr-on-whether-to-resist-the-emerging-architect-label/

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