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Send us Fan Mail Part 2 discussion takes you to a specific case of an entry level / recent graduate who felt like leaving architecture, though they so wanted to be a licensed architect. The Reddit post is: [click on link] I feel like a failure for not pursuing Architecture anymore An interesting point on how the architecture community needs to create a more nurturing environment for people in tran...

Send us Fan Mail This first part of a series investigates a LinkedIn article posted in “architecture design” entitled:  What do you do if your architectural career is plagued by fear of failure? The discussion revolved on commentaries to the article and acts as an introduction. © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Naziaty Mohd Yaacob The image is taken in Tokyo in 2019 [Naziaty Mohd Yaacob] Leadershi...

Send us Fan Mail New series on the Bauhaus and its influences on current architecture education and practice - starting with Part 1. What is the Bauhaus? Why is the Bauhaus still relevant today? How has the Bauhaus influenced current architecture education and practice? Why do we need to still learn about the Bauhaus? We dig deep into the issues regarding architecture and how its roots in the arts...

Send us Fan Mail  The fourth episode is a commentary in a series of 7 episodes under the article in LinkedIn by Igor Goriatchev: Why are design drawings getting worse? (explained by AEC professionals) The topic is on the:  "Remote Work and the Loss of In-Person Mentorship" is the focus with commentary. The importance of guidance in proximity is not to be disregarded. © 2024 Talk Architec...

Send us Fan Mail The fifth episode is a commentary in a series of 7 episodes under the article in LinkedIn by Igor Goriatchev: Why are design drawings getting worse? (explained by AEC professionals) The topic is on the:  "Budget Cuts and the Push for "Cheaper, Faster" is the focus with commentary. The importance of value of the profession is being addressed. © 2024 Talk Architecture...

Send us Fan Mail The sixth episode is a commentary in a series of 7 episodes under the article in LinkedIn by Igor Goriatchev: Why are design drawings getting worse? (explained by AEC professionals) The topic is on the:  "Communication Gaps in Global Teams" is the focus with commentary. The specific problem of working in a global team is mentioned. © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Nazia...

Send us Fan Mail The seventh and final episode is a commentary in a series of 7 episodes under the article in LinkedIn by Igor Goriatchev: Why are design drawings getting worse? (explained by AEC professionals) The topic is on the:  "Just Get it Done" Mentality is the focus with commentary. The problem of mentality that will destroy the profession. Plus discussion on the suggestions by t...

Send us Fan Mail Mental Health Series for Everyone Gen Z question: Is the whole point to creating art just to create or to create the greatest thing ever? A relevant question that is answered in the discussion where creative expressions is essential to be an everyday routine to achieve a work-life balance and lessen the "pain" of having to be a "robot" in the mundane life. © 20...

Send us Fan Mail The second episode is a commentary in a series of 7 episodes under the article in LinkedIn by Igor Goriatchev: Why are design drawings getting worse? (explained by AEC professionals) The sub-topic is on the:  "Over-reliance on Automation and BIM tool" is the focus with commentary. There is a reference on architecture education and a suggestion on where it went wrong in t...

Send us Fan Mail The third episode is a commentary in a series of 7 episodes under the article in LinkedIn by Igor Goriatchev: Why are design drawings getting worse? (explained by AEC professionals) The topic is on the:  "Speed Vs Quality" is the focus with commentary. The need to focus back on hand drawing in schools of architecture is one of the important factors that sees why the desi...

Send us Fan Mail The first episode is a commentary in a series of 7 episodes under the article in LinkedIn by Igor Goriatchev: Why Are Design Drawings Getting Worse? (Explained by AEC Professionals) The introduction of the article and delving deeper on the first topic:  "Loss of Practical Skills & Hands-On Knowledge" is the focus with commentary. © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Naz...

Send us Fan Mail nmn Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Understanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet)... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Do subscribe for premium content and special features which will help to support and sustain Talk Architecture podcast on a more in-depth explanation on design thesis and processes. These special...

Send us Fan Mail zzz Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Understanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet)... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show Do subscribe for premium content and special features which will help to support and sustain Talk Architecture podcast on a more in-depth explanation on design thesis and processes. These special...

Send us Fan Mail xxx Support the show Do subscribe for premium content and special features which will help to support and sustain Talk Architecture podcast on a more in-depth explanation on design thesis and processes. These special commentaries and ‘how to’ explanations are valuable insights and knowledge not found elsewhere! 

Send us Fan Mail The second and concluding part of an interview with Sam Zolfagharian, Ph. D., President of YegaTech & Architecture, Engineering, Construction Data & AI Strategy Consultant. Part 1 focused on the 'people' aspects of AI in Architecture, where as Part 2, discussion on deeper issues on originality or authenticity of an architect's work focused on validation and...

Send us Fan Mail The first part of an interview with Sam Zolfagharian, Ph. D., President of YegaTech & Architecture, Engineering, Construction Data & AI Strategy Consultant. In the light of rapid technological advancement in recent years, what would the AEC industry look like in 5 years. This episode focuses on how AI impacts roles and responsibilities, and what skills are essential in the...

Send us Fan Mail You are welcome to listen to a teaser to introduce an interview with Sam Zolfagharian, Ph. D., President of YegaTech & AEC data and AI Strategy consultant in California, U.S.A. this coming week. Questions on: How people in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) will be affected by the assimilation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) impacting the roles and responsibi...

Send us Fan Mail How do you find a balance between teaching, research and practice as an architect or design practitioner?  This episode podcast discusses the topic in the context of Malaysian schools of architecture education and practice.  © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Naziaty Mohd Yaacob. The image is uploaded from the internet. Support the show Do subscribe for premium content and special...

Send us Fan Mail We continue with the discussion regarding Sensorial Design, where Neuro-architecture with reference to this TedTalk by Fiona Beenkens is referred to.  What is the difference between the two and how these movements in architecture thought and philosophy will change how architecture need to be designed for? © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Naziaty Mohd Yaacob. The image is uploaded...

Send us Fan Mail An Introduction to Sensorial Design, this episode explains Barrier-Free Design, Universal Design and the development of a new architecture approach, which is Sensorial Design. © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Naziaty Mohd Yaacob. The image is uploaded from the internet. Support the show Do subscribe for premium content and special features which will help to support and sustain T...

Send us Fan Mail The concluding episode to explain the rest of the projects for the 3 year architecture course and how that leads to the 2 year practical training in industry. A detailed explanation of the program, project by project is described, recounting on the how and the why of the project proposed, and the learning objectives is clarified further. © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Naziaty M...

Send us Fan Mail Part 5(a) episode is the first of a two parter to explain how a student of architecture would be going through the new architecture curriculum, the type of project that is recommended and the overall learning program. This part focuses on the 1st year architecture curriculum. A detailed explanation of the program, project by project is described, recounting on the how and the why...

Send us Fan Mail Part 4 episode presents the philosophical perspective or overall idea of how the new architecture curriculum works in describing the design problem referred to Christopher Alexander’s Notes on the Synthesis of Form.  Naziaty, the podcast host proposes what makes sense, what had worked before and how the other subjects (like materials and construction, structure, environmental phys...

Send us Fan Mail Part 3 episode focused on the Design Problem, which is a way to recognize how to assess a studio project whether it is complex enough and deserved an excellent grade.  The design problem will assist in streamlining architecture education to its professional goals and objectives. It will be crucial in helping the profession be objective and will elevate architecture to its rightful...

Send us Fan Mail An essential method of learning for architecture students is the Case Study. This episode explains why the Case Study is essential to be included in each project in the New Architecture Curriculum. The Case Study is very versatile where it can contribute to the solution and also generate data for the design problem. © 2024 Talk Architecture, Author: Naziaty Mohd Yaacob. The image...