Stephen Drew
Bio
Hello! I’m Stephen Drew, Founder of the Architecture Social—an online community and resource hub dedicated to helping professionals in Architecture, Design, Development, and Real Estate advance their careers. I’m here to connect you with insights, tools, and opportunities that lead to meaningful growth, whether you’re just starting out or ready to take that next big step.Appears in 238 Episodes
How can you use your time efficiently in second lockdown to improve your skills within Architecture?
Let’s discuss how you can make the most of an unfortunate situation to come out on top
Jason Boyle - Architect, Mentor and Fellow of the RIBA
In this episode of the Architecture Social, host Stephen Drew interviews the inspirational architect and mentor, Jason. With over 20 years of experience in architectur...
Client Side Insights: An Interview with David Drews of Allied London
Join Stephen Drew from the Architecture Social as he sits down with David Drews, the Design Director at Allied London. They discuss David's journey from working at pre...
Around the World and Back to Architecture with Jamiul Choudhury
Two weeks ago I spoke to Jamiul Choudhury, who is a Part II Architectural Assistant and a winner of BBC's Race Across the World. We crossed paths because I was watc...
From Architecture to Recruitment: A Deep Dive with Stephen Drew
Mastering Architecture Resumes and Portfolios with Stephen DrewJoin us for an insightful session with Stephen Drew, an experienced architectural recruiter from the UK,...
Architecture for Humanity: The Impact of Article 25 with David Murray
Last week I was fortunate enough to speak to David Murray who is Managing Director of Article 25, a humanitarian architecture charity. The charity designs to improv...
Inside First in Architecture: Insights from Emma Walshaw
Join Stephen Drew from the Architecture Social as he interviews Emma from First in Architecture in this engaging conversation. They discuss the inception and evolution...
Top 10 tips to find and secure a job in Architecture
Come listen to the team at the Architecture Social summarise and give an overview of all the topics we have discussed in finding a job in Architecture live. Here we...
Architectural Apprenticeships Explained: Emily Foster’s Journey at AHMM
It's Friday night, I am at home on my diet drinking water with not much to do - booo. Well, luckily the fantastic Emily Foster helped light up my evening, discussing h...
Architecture Recruitment - Find out What REALLY happens behind the scenes
Do you want to know how recruitment works behind the scenes in Architecture? Let's discuss it together, a frank and open chat about how it really works from the Archit...
Navigating Architecture: Chris Hartiss Reflects on Career, Challenges, and Change
From holding zero on the measuring tape to the hero of Chelsea Barracks. I was lucky enough to spend an hour having a great chat with Chris about his career, thoughts ...
Are you on the right salary in Architecture?
In this episode, host Jack Moran, along with Stephen Drew and Will Ridgway from The Architectural Social and the architecture team at McDonald & Company, dive deep int...
From Humble Beginnings to Architectural Success: A Journey with Petr Esposito of Thirdway Architecture
In this week’s podcast, I was lucky enough to have a frank conservation with Petr Esposito about all things Architecture, an hour before a deadline! Come join us to...
Alternative career paths after studying or working in Architecture
It's not as uncommon a feeling to think after studying Architecture that you may want to do something different. I did it! We learn so many skills from studying and wo...
Architecture, Filmmaking, and Connection: Alvin Zhu's Inspirational Path
In this week's podcast it was great to speak to Alvin about what Projects by People is all about - the highs and lows of producing content as well as us both feeling l...
Are Architecture Job Boards still useful?
Over the years working in Architecture and also Recruitment I've seen job boards change, some come and go and there is some success stories. On the other hand, eve...
Writing Architecture: Nylda Hamchaoui's Journey Through The Architectural Experiment
Back with a BANG, did you miss us? We were lucky enough to sit down with Nylda Hamchaoui from The Architectural Experiment to learn, explore and muse. Come join us ...
Architects Benevolent Society: Lending a Helping Hand with Tom Shore
In this week's Spotlight, I was lucky enough to have a chat with Tom Shore who is support relations at a charity called the Architects Benevolent Society, a great orga...
:scale Spotlight ft. Sana Tabassum - Exploring Architecture, Community, and Collaboration
Launching our community spotlight podcast, Stephen Drew from the Architecture Social and Sara Tabassum from :scale sit down to have a chat, discuss all the great thing...
Unlocking Job Opportunities in Architecture with Martin Andrews and Stephen Drew
Come listen to Martin Andrews (Principal Lecturer, Academic Lead and Architect at the University of Portsmouth) and Stephen Drew (discuss how to get a job in the Archi...
Are you doing enough? How to make an IMPACT and STAND OUT in a crowded job market
Are you doing enough to find a job right now? Not making progress? Here is our guide on how to make an IMPACT and STAND OUT in a crowded job market. It's tough, ...
How to prepare and start a new job at an Architecture Practice, FULL THROTTLE!
Now you've accepted a job offer and plan to join in a few days. EXCITING! OK, let's jump in two feet first and prepared. Come join Will Ridgway, Jack Moran and Step...
What do you do after an Architecture Interview?
Jack, Will and Stephen know what it's like to chase feedback, dealing with offers and rejection - a lot of people are wondering how they do it. Hear the trio talk abou...
How to be sublime in an Architecture Interview Online
Join me, Will Ridgway and Jack Moran as we discuss live how to come across your best in an online Architecture interview. We'll share our thoughts, tips and techniques...
How to Shine in an Architecture Interview
Join Stephen Drew, Will Ridgway and Jack Moran live as they take you through the steps to come across your best in an Architecture interview. They'll give their th...
Finding Jobs, Securing Interviews and Creating Opportunities
Come listen to Jack Moran, Will Ridgway and Stephen Drew set out a guide to create more opportunities, find unadvertised job openings and secure more interviews.