ARCHLOGBOOK Chats (w Gabriel Chek)
by Gabriel Chek
ARCHLOGBOOK Chats is a brand new podcast where I, Gabriel Chek, sit down with architecture students, designers, practitioners and academics to discuss the various challenges, acheivements and opportunities in the education and practice of Architecture.
Episodes
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Architects vs Nurses - Interview with Estee Tan, NUHS | S3 BONUS EPISODE
Ever wonder what Architects and Nurses have in common? Tune in to this bonus episode of Architecture Siol! with my wife Estee is also a nurse at NUH. We discuss the following: - Her thoughts of me and what architects do before and after meeting me. - Digitalisation in the Healthcare and...
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From Architecture Practice to Education (Interview w Lee Siang, SUTD ASD) | S3E5
Considering a career in architectural education after years of practice? Tune in to this podcast episode with Lee Siang, where we discuss the following: - Lee Siang's Architecture Journey from school to working at URA, to a partner at DP Architects, Ong and Ong, BCA and eventually Singapore...
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Public Housing & Raising A Child in Singapore (feat. Shanty) | Architecture Siol! S3E4
In this episode, Shanty and I discuss the following: - Her work in public housing projects at Surbana Jurong (SJ) - Challenges faced at the start of her career at SJ and how she overcame them - The importance of having a mentor in your office - Her views on the increasing complexities of public...
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Starting An Architecture Practice / Clarity Through Design & Life w Alvin Liau | S3E3
Wonder how and why young Architects start their own practice? Hear how Alvin, Principal Architect at Prose Architects did it and more. In this episode of Architecture Siol! Podcast we discuss the following: - His career path and why networking is important - Importance of working on design AND...
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Creating Impact Through Participatory Design w Larry Yeung | S3E2
I had the privilege of chatting with Larry Yeung, Executive Director of Participate in Design (P!D), a non-profit design organisation that facilitates the integration of community-based participatory processes into urban space design and planning. In this episode, we discussed the following: How...
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Bouncing Back from Discrimination as a Young Female Architect w Jean Cheong | Architecture Siol! S3E1
In the first ever episode of the Architecture Siol! podcast, I chat with Jean Cheong, Technical Director | Head, Architecture & Planning of WSP and Co-Chair of the Young Architect's League Singapore and discuss on her architecture story, the issues she faced and learnings she had along the way....
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Do Fresh Architecture Grads Have a Say When Starting Out? (w/ ArchiDabble) | ARCHLOGBOOK CHATS S2E8
Graduating from Architecture School soon? You would want to tune in as I discuss all things relating to the challenges faced as fresh grads and how we can respond to the various issues that may be faced when starting out. I chat with the creators behind the architecture content platform…
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How Can We Showcase Architecture Portfolios Better? | ARCHLOGBOOK CHATS S2E7 (w/ Jacek Urbanowicz)
Looking to showcase your portfolios to your prospective employers? Want to have an easier way to create and upkeep your project showcase online? I chat with Jacek Urbanowicz, Melbourne-based, design technology specialist and registered architect on why and how our architectural industry can...
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Why Should Architects Document Their Projects? | ARCHLOGBOOK CHATS S2E6 (w/ DSmith Alexander)
Looking to get clients or increase your online presence as an architect? This episode breaks down the reasons why we as architects must begin to share about the value we bring to the project from concept to occupation. I chat with Dwayne Smith-Alexander, an architectural designer based in the USA...
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Bridging the Gap between Architecture Education and Practice (w/ Chris Simmons) - S2E5
If you're a fresh architecture graduate looking to bridge your gap in education vs practice - this episode is for you! I chat with Chris Simmons who started his own mentoring platform called Architect's Instruction and discussed how we can do so. We also discussed on how architects in the field…
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Fulfilling Your Potential As Young Architects (w Ines Hemmings @whatarchischooldoesnotteachyou) S2E4
Looking to explore alternative careers in architecture or seeking ways to realise your true potential as an architecture designer? This episode is for you. I chat with Ines Hemmings, creator behind @whatarchischooldoesnotteachyou who shares her journey in architecture, from going off traditional...
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Starting Out in Content Creation (w/ Baran Demir, Arkitolks) - S2E3
If you're a architectural designer looking to start your own side projects, create content and document your architecture journey to share online, this episode is for you. I chat with Baran, the content creator behind Arkitolks and asked him about his journey into content creation as well as many...
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Online Learning for Young Architects (with Vikas Pawar, Rethinking The Future/Eduwik) - S2E2
Online learning is becoming increasingly relevant for young architects looking to improve their design and practice skills in architecture. As the gap between school and practice widens, e-course platforms such as Eduwik, Skillshare and Youtube become complementary ways to learn. In this episode…
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Business Development in Architecture - w/ Sara Kolata | S2E1
If you're a young architect looking to create and develop business opportunities, this episode is for you! I sat down with Sara Kolata, a professional in the business development field of architecture to discuss the various trends, issues and opportunities for young architects to win projects and...
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EP7 - What is Social Architecture About? w/ Dr. Chong Keng Hua
In this audio-only exclusive, I had the privilege to jump in a chat with my Thesis mentor Dr. Chong Keng Hua, a Associate Professor in the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) Architecture & Sustainable Design course, where I got to learn more about his inspirations for social...
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EP6 - Content Creation in Architecture w/ Omar (@archi_tea)
Keen on learning more on content creation in architecture? You would want to tune in to this jam-packed episode with Omar, the founder of architea where we discussed the reasons why we both started and how we see the trends in this space will develop within the next years. In this episode: Why…
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EP5 - Building Identity Through Architecture w/ Lara Abou Znad
Hear about Lara's story, an Architectural Designer based in Beirut, Lebanon as she recounts the events and work done after the massive explosion that shook the nation. She shares about the various challenges and opportunites that I am share we can relate to in such a situation. In this episode: -...
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EP4 - Climate Displacement in Architecture w/ Ben Harrell
Discover why and how Benjamin is passionate about mitigating the effects climate displacement through his architectural design projects. In this episode: Ben's Thesis Project on mitigating effects from climate displacement in coastal settlements Common issues we see in various countries related…
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EP3 - Exploring Other Passions On Top Of Architecture w/ Robyn
Discover why and how Robyn explores other passions on top of Architectural School. Robyn and I both students from the Singapore University of Technology & Design (SUTD) Architecture & Sustainable Design (ASD) Course. Me being an alumni (of course). So it was rather interesting to catch up with a...
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EP2 - Introversion in Architecture (w/ Shreya Sinha)
Show Notes In this episode of ARCHLOGBOOK Chats, Shreya and I discussed about the following: - Her experience working on government defence building projects - Education experience during COVID - Whether Shreya prefers to work on her school projects and have lectures online or in-person…
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EP1 - Dealing With 9-9-6 Culture In Architectural Practice (With Seb @Thearchitorture)
Show Notes In the inaugural episode of ARCHLOGBOOK Chats, I sit down with fellow content creator Seb from @thearchitorture and discuss about the following: - Why Seb chose to work in Beijing - Why Seb started thearchitorture - Why I started ALB - Why I am starting this podcast - Why I am pivoting...
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Season Trailer
Coming soon... ARCHLOGBOOK Chats is a brand new podcast where I, Gabriel Chek, sit down with architecture students, designers, practitioners and academics to discuss the various challenges, acheivements and opportunities in the education and practice of Architecture.
About this show
ARCHLOGBOOK Chats is a brand new podcast where I, Gabriel Chek, sit down with architecture students, designers, practitioners and academics to discuss the various challenges, acheivements and opportunities in the education and practice of Architecture.
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Gabriel Chek