Studio Culture & Wellbeing

Find a studio where you can do good work and feel supported. Explore inclusion, everyday working culture and the questions worth asking before your next move.

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Podcast · Episode 0199 · 45:24

What is it like to work at HLW Architects? Ft. Bronte Turner

Bronte Turner discusses working life at HLW and offers a view into the practice from its leadership.

Podcast · Episode 0190 · 34:06

Why are inclusive behaviours important in the workplace? Ft. Marsha Ramroop

Marsha Ramroop explores inclusive behaviour and Cultural Intelligence: how people work together, whose voices are heard and what individuals can change in everyday practice.

Podcast · Episode 0184 · 49:21

Equality, Diversity And Inclusion In Architecture Q&A Ft. Marsha Ramroop

Marsha Ramroop discusses equality, diversity and inclusion in architecture and responds to questions about workplace behaviour.

Podcast · Episode 0167 · 34:03

What it is like to work at Weston Williamson + Partners, ft. Chris Williamson

Chris Williamson offers a perspective on working life at Weston Williamson + Partners.

Podcast · Episode 0163 · 57:58

Is This For Me? Ten Tips On Finding Your Fit With Studio Culture, Ft. Julia Nicholls

Julia Nicholls shares ten ways to assess studio culture, from values and communication to progression and wellbeing. Use the conversation to prepare better questions for your next interview.

Podcast · Episode 0095 · 80:18

Katya Veleva - Inclusion, Equity & Diversity within Construction

Katya Veleva discusses inclusion, equity and diversity in construction, alongside her experience of coaching and mentoring.

Podcast · Episode 0094 · 59:13

Angela Mazzi - Quality of Life and Mental Health in Architecture

Angela Mazzi joins Stephen to discuss quality of life in architecture, including career roadblocks, deadlines and anxiety. A candid conversation about the experience of working in the profession.

Podcast · Episode 0011 · 21:30

Tom Shore, Architects Benevolent Society

Tom Shore introduces the work of Architects Benevolent Society and its support for people in the architectural community.

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Working life

See what extra hours really mean.

Use the unpaid overtime calculator to understand the effect on your hourly rate. Bring a clearer picture of your workload to a conversation about expectations and support.

Benefits guide

Look beyond the headline salary.

Compare flexibility, learning support and benefits alongside pay. Ask a prospective employer how those commitments work in a normal week and when deadlines are tight.

Support · Architects Benevolent Society

Find support when you need it.

Architects Benevolent Society offers confidential support to the architectural community. Explore the help available and check your eligibility directly with the charity.

People & practice

Meet the people behind the ideas.

Meet the guests exploring how we work together and what a supportive studio can look like.