Hamza Shaikh - Discussing the Next Generation of Architects

The next generation of architecture professionals is entering a very different profession: hybrid work, public content, new expectations around culture and a stronger willingness to question old routes.

Stephen Drew speaks with Hamza Shaikh about the next generation of architecture professionals, including hybrid working, online content, Future Architects Front, RIBA change and how younger voices are reshaping the profession.

The conversation covers:

• How hybrid work changed expectations in architecture
• Why online content and communication became more important
• What student and early-career voices were raising after the pandemic
• How institutional change and RIBA conversations affect younger professionals
• What practices should understand about attracting and supporting emerging talent

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Chapters

• 00:00 Why the next generation conversation matters
• 04:00 Hybrid work after two strange years
• 09:00 Communication, content and online visibility
• 15:00 Hamza Shaikh and Two Worlds Design
• 21:00 Future Architects Front and student realities
• 28:00 What young professionals are questioning
• 35:00 RIBA change and professional institutions
• 42:00 Content creation as part of architectural culture
• 49:00 What practices should hear from younger talent
• 54:00 Final thoughts on the new normal

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