EP 017812 September 2023 · 43 min
From Drafts To Drinks: Navigating The London Architecture Scene With Daniel K Poku-Davies
42:31Networking in architecture can feel awkward, but in-person events remain one of the most useful ways to build confidence, meet collaborators and understand the wider industry.
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Stephen Drew speaks with Daniel K Poku-Davies about the London architecture scene, networking, events, diversity, professional relationships and why showing up can make a real difference to a career.
The conversation covers:
Why architecture networking is more useful when it is relaxed and regular
How students and early career professionals can build confidence
Why professional bodies and informal communities both matter
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Stephen Drew
It is that time again Friday. Get your PIMS out, get your summer ready and load up Eventbrite, because we are gonna talk all about how you get around town. That's right. Gotta put on your fancy shoes. You don't wanna save them. Dust them off. We're going out in the town, put that BIM on the way.
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