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Do I Have The Right To Teach? // What We Can Learn From The Public (with Jocelyn Chiew)
Acting as an extension to our previous conversation on Hearing Architecture - I’ve invited Jocelyn Chiew to share with me about her experience in design education, and how these lessons have shaped her design with the people at City of Melbourne. At the end of the day, architecture is for the people - and those who will be using it deserve a voice in shaping the way we design it too.
Acting as an extension to our previous conversation on Hearing Architecture - I’ve invited Jocelyn Chiew to share with me about her experience in design education, and how these lessons have shaped her design with the people at City of Melbourne. At the end of the day, architecture is for the people - and those who will be using it deserve a voice in shaping the way we design it too.
*This episode was recorded in October 2024
Notes:
Hearing Architecture Podcast: “Jocelyn Chiew - Intersectionality in architecture” (3 Oct, 2023) - Conversation here.
Design Excellence Program
Music: 'Memory’ - Composed by Marissa Wong
*This conversation was conducted while the sun was warming the spring skies of Wurrundjeri Country.
About Jocelyn Chiew
Jocelyn Chiew is the Director of City Design at the City of Melbourne, and a registered Architect, Landscape Architect and Urban Designer. She is committed to inclusive and participatory design processes that contribute to safe, sustainable and place specific architectures. Jocelyn leads the city’s Design Excellence Program and and award winning City Design studio. She is Deputy Chair of the Melbourne Design Review Panel, convenor for the Design Excellence Advisory Committee and oversees The Excellent City Series – an annual program of design talks and workshops. Jocelyn’s current and past industry appointments include member Gender Equity Victoria Put Her Name on It Reference Group, member Victorian Design Review Panel, Fellow Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA), former State and National Councillor Australian Institute of Architects and founding Chair AILA Gender Equity Working Group. Jocelyn is committed to nurturing the next generation of designers, has led design studios at Masters level, and continues to contribute as a sessional lecturer and critic to various schools of design.
You can follow Jocelyn via her Instagram @jocelynchiew_
About Do I Have The Right To Teach? //
‘Do I have the right to teach?’ is probably a common question for those suffering severe imposter syndrome when teaching. Heck - probably it should be ‘Do they have the right to teach?’ is another question commonly asked among students when they feel their tutor is incompetent.
Season 5 of Archemist Podcast will tackle the tricky policies, politics and relationships often found teaching in architecture education (or well, teaching in general really). Inspired by a question I had from my first year self and a scathing comment from an interviewer, we will be interviewing guests who are or are not directly working in practice while teaching architecture-related design(to architecture students or to the general public). I’m curious to know what their experience has been, and whether they too have found obstacles generational gaps, imposter syndrome and possible politics within.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Do I Have The Right To Teach? // Knowledge Sharing as Content (with Alvin Zhu & Sana Tabassum)
What does it take to share knowledge as content? For this episode - I’ve invited Alvin Zhu and Sana Tabassum to share with me on their experiences in creating content for themselves and for those who are in the realm of architecture education, otherwise the threshold between graduation and the design profession.
What does it take to share knowledge as content? For this episode - I’ve invited Alvin Zhu and Sana Tabassum to share with me on their experiences in creating content for themselves and for those who are in the realm of architecture education, otherwise the threshold between graduation and the design profession.
Notes:
Critiquing Architecture School Series - Full series here.
Music: 'Memory’ - Composed by Marissa Wong
*This conversation was conducted while the moon was shining over Wurrundjeri Country, Bedegal Country; and while the sun was shining in London.
About Alvin Zhu
Alvin Zhu is a content creator, filmmaker, and Master of Architecture graduate dedicated to human-centric design and enhancing community well-being. He leverages digital platforms to inspire a global design community to create functional and empowering spaces.
During his studies, Alvin actively participated in various organisations and worked on film projects to positively influence the culture of architecture schools. Through his YouTube and Instagram channels, he reaches students worldwide, sharing insights and fostering a supportive community.
You can follow Alvin via his Instagram @alvinzhuxiyao or subscribe to his YouTube channel @AlvinZhu
About Sana Tabassum
Sana Tabassum is a multi-disciplinary designer facilitating personal design in a holistic way. Coming from a background in Architecture, Sana shows her unconventional career path, passion for supporting architecture students and entrepreneurial journey through her social media content. Her content focuses on healthy productivity and wellbeing as a pillar of creative work.
In 2019, :scale started as a blog documenting the various skills and lessons learnt from Sana’s experience as an architecture student. Since then, it has evolved and branched into a range of projects including a community-led magazine, global digital convention, cohort courses, mentorship and workshops for graduates and jobseekers.
Recently, Sana launched her own studio, Taba, developing brand identity packages and graphic assets for creative professionals as well as working on a range of freelance projects including architectural design.
You can follow Sana via her Instagram @to.scale and her blog :Scale (To Scale); or subscribe to her YouTube channel @toscaleblog and connect with her via LinkedIn
About Do I Have The Right To Teach? //
‘Do I have the right to teach?’ is probably a common question for those suffering severe imposter syndrome when teaching. Heck - probably it should be ‘Do they have the right to teach?’ is another question commonly asked among students when they feel their tutor is incompetent.
Season 5 of Archemist Podcast will tackle the tricky policies, politics and relationships often found teaching in architecture education (or well, teaching in general really). Inspired by a question I had from my first year self and a scathing comment from an interviewer, we will be interviewing guests who are or are not directly working in practice while teaching architecture-related design(to architecture students or to the general public). I’m curious to know what their experience has been, and whether they too have found obstacles generational gaps, imposter syndrome and possible politics within.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Do I Have The Right To Teach? // The Makings Of A Tutor (with. Damien Ferlazzo)
To begin my can of worms kind of season, I’ve invited my colleague Damien to explore his journey of becoming a tutor in Building Design. In comparison to our Architecture course - there are more complexities and requirements. So, what are these requirements? And what gave him the confidence to teach? Join us as we unpack the requirements of a tutor - and of course, the question of what it means to have the ‘right’ to teach.
To begin my can of worms kind of season, I’ve invited my colleague Damien to explore his journey of becoming a tutor in Building Design. In comparison to our Architecture course - there are more complexities and requirements. So, what are these requirements? And what gave him the confidence to teach? Join us as we unpack the requirements of a tutor - and of course, the question of what it means to have the ‘right’ to teach.
Music: 'Memory’ - Composed by Marissa Wong
About Damien Ferlazzo
During more than 18 years working in architecture and design, I have led project documentation and management for residential, commercial, education, community, defence and aged care projects. My career started with a focus on technical solutions and documentation. Evolving and growing through a variety of project roles and responsibilities, these days I enjoy leading project teams, project management and contribute as a technical advisor on multiple projects.
I have a keen interest in Passive House and completed my designer certification in 2021, which has aided my technical development in building performance and better-quality construction methods. I believe the certification method used for Passive House construction is a great example of the benefits of using a process that demands high level of collaboration during the project, which holds everyone to account through data driven testing & certification. This can only be a good thing for future clients and the integrity of our profession.
My passion for teaching and professional training has kept me involved in education, and I enjoy teaching at RMIT University in the School of Vocational Design & Social Context. At DesignInc, I contribute to the upskilling of project teams by delivering engaging training, coaching & mentoring. It's rewarding mentoring recent graduates and offering them guidance that supports building their confidence.
With a vision to improve productivity in the AEC industry, I am keen to work with industry to improve cross-discipline communications. By seeking to understand the nature of the relationship between architecture, consultants and contractors, I can see we share many similar issues. My ideal is to break down traditionally adversarial viewpoints so we can work more cohesively together in genuine collaboration.
You can connect with Damien via LinkedIn or through his blog Revit Link here.
About Do I Have The Right To Teach? //
‘Do I have the right to teach?’ is probably a common question for those suffering severe imposter syndrome when teaching. Heck - probably it should be ‘Do they have the right to teach?’ is another question commonly asked among students when they feel their tutor is incompetent.
Season 5 of Archemist Podcast will tackle the tricky policies, politics and relationships often found teaching in architecture education (or well, teaching in general really). Inspired by a question I had from my first year self and a scathing comment from an interviewer, we will be interviewing guests who are or are not directly working in practice while teaching architecture-related design(to architecture students or to the general public). I’m curious to know what their experience has been, and whether they too have found obstacles generational gaps, imposter syndrome and possible politics within.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Do I Have The Right To Teach? // From A Student's POV (with Dini Lee)
Dini joins me to host the premise of this slightly jarring question that will anchor the varied conversations of the season! Having recapped her journey as an architecture student over the past couple of years, we discuss our experience with our tutors and my personal experience as a tutor. There are many factors that impacts a student's learning experience. We hope this asks more questions - because, that is what this podcast is about! Happy listening!
Dini joins me to host the premise of this slightly jarring question that will anchor the varied conversations of the season! Having recapped her journey as an architecture student over the past couple of years, we discuss our experience with our tutors and my personal experience as a tutor. There are many factors that impacts a student's learning experience. We hope this asks more questions - because, that is what this podcast is about! Happy listening!
Music: 'Memory’ - Composed by Marissa Wong
About Dini Lee
Dini is a graduate of the Bachelor of Architectural Design at RMIT, and is now nearing the end of her Master of Architecture. She unravels her curiosities about our daily engagement with the built environment through her architectural studies and beyond. In the meantime you might find Dini exploring the city, documenting these curiosities on Instagram (@cloudhair23), as well as posting her latest art and textile works on The Side Side Project (@the_side_side_project)
About Do I Have The Right To Teach? //
‘Do I have the right to teach?’ is probably a common question for those suffering severe imposter syndrome when teaching. Heck - probably it should be ‘Do they have the right to teach?’ is another question commonly asked among students when they feel their tutor is incompetent.
Season 5 of Archemist Podcast will tackle the tricky policies, politics and relationships often found teaching in architecture education (or well, teaching in general really). Inspired by a question I had from my first year self and a scathing comment from an interviewer, we will be interviewing guests who are or are not directly working in practice while teaching architecture-related design(to architecture students or to the general public). I’m curious to know what their experience has been, and whether they too have found obstacles generational gaps, imposter syndrome and possible politics within.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Just a Thought // Have you ever asked a 'stupid question'?
In this experimental series (or shorts) - we dive into some small sparks of thoughts. In this series, we begin with the discussion on ‘stupid questions’ - we hear them all the time, but what does it mean?
Thanks Steve for bringing this question up - had a lot of fun recording this reflection together!
To start this segment off, we dive into one of the most loaded terms of all time - ‘stupid questions’. What the heck is a stupid question anyway and have we asked them before? Join me and Steve as we ponder on our experiences with ‘stupid questions’ - and what our feelings towards that term are!
Thanks Steve for bringing this question up - had a lot of fun recording this reflection together!
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Steve Tran
Steve is a New Zealand born Graduate of Architecture based in Melbourne, holding a Diploma of Visual Arts (Victoria University), Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (RMIT) and finally a Masters of Architecture (UoM). If you can’t already tell, Steve is highly interested in exploring a diversity of disciplines with the ultimate goal of creating meaningful experiences whether that be spatial or visual.
His arts practice predominately explores portraiture through traditional oil painting techniques, capturing expressions of the human condition and giving them their own identity - highlighting the beauty in the ordinary.
As a curious mind, he is always exploring through a creative lens, whether that be teaching, modelling with clay or designing the perfect workout plan.
About Just a Thought //
Just a Thought are short discussions on certain topics that we often hear in our architectural conversations. These are short takes to open up some food for thought! If not ingredients for thought for a wider discourse of course. We hope you enjoy these bite-sized discussions!
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 8 // Painted A Landscape That Led To Architecture
In this second part of the two part series - I now interview my colleague Steve on his experience in the detours taken to get into architecture. Evidently - when the first plan doesn’t work, there will always be alternatives waiting for you around the corner. Who knows! Sometimes they bring you surprises that you least expect it, or even some of the greatest lessons to be carried forth! Come sit with us as we flip through the emotions and expectations faced when discussing about switching courses.
In this second part of the two part series - I now interview my colleague Steve on his experience in the detours taken to get into architecture. Evidently - when the first plan doesn’t work, there will always be alternatives waiting for you around the corner. Who knows! Sometimes they bring you surprises that you least expect it, or even some of the greatest lessons to be carried forth! Come sit with us as we flip through the emotions and expectations faced when discussing about switching courses.
*This will be a two-part series featuring two different guests - Elliott, who has transitioned out of architecture school into building design and Steve - who transitioned into architecture from fine arts and landscape design (I need to confirm this). These moves are never easy, but they are important conversations that we don’t often discuss or applaud.
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Steve Tran
Steve is a New Zealand born Graduate of Architecture based in Melbourne, holding a Diploma of Visual Arts (Victoria University), Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (RMIT) and finally a Masters of Architecture (UoM). If you can’t already tell, Steve is highly interested in exploring a diversity of disciplines with the ultimate goal of creating meaningful experiences whether that be spatial or visual.
His arts practice predominately explores portraiture through traditional oil painting techniques, capturing expressions of the human condition and giving them their own identity - highlighting the beauty in the ordinary.
As a curious mind, he is always exploring through a creative lens, whether that be teaching, modelling with clay or designing the perfect workout plan.
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 7 // From Plan A(rchitecture) to B(uilding Design)
We've talked about transitioning into architecture, but rarely transitioning out of architecture. I suppose it's quite a daunting move - and one that we don't talk about often. Thankfully, Elliott is here to share his thoughts on his experience of his transition from Architecture to Building Design. What was it like? Were there any pressures? Come and sit with us as we laugh through some ups and downs and debate on which one is better for those who are torn between the two!
Media often talks and celebrates those who have transitioned into architecture, but rarely transitioned out of architecture. I suppose it's quite a daunting move - and one that we don't talk about often. Thankfully, Elliott is here to share his thoughts on his experience of his transition from Architecture to Building Design. What was it like? Were there any pressures? Come and sit with us as we laugh through some ups and downs and debate on which one is better for those who are torn between the two!
*This will be a two-part series featuring two different guests - Elliott, who has transitioned out of architecture school into building design and Steve - who transitioned into architecture from fine arts and landscape design (I need to confirm this). These moves are never easy, but they are important conversations that we don’t often discuss or applaud.
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Elliott Kan
A self-professed introvert whose current goal is to cultivate mindfulness and establish an anti-fragile mindset. Started my life in Architecture & Building Design, and now hoping to build things on the web! I hope to consolidate the experience I’ve gained and express them through a different medium.
I love to seek things that challenge me - from training for marathons, rock climbing or taking the leap into a new career!
The 2 current quotes that are propelling me forward are “I can accept the consequences of failure, but not the consequences of regret.” and “You are one decision away from changing your life forever.”
My goal is to retire my mum without losing my soul in the process!
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 6 // Time Capsule: To My Third Year
As per our yearly tradition, Dini and I have created another time capsule to reflect on her adventures in the third year of her architectural studies. What were her highs and what were her lows? More importantly, what would she like to accomplish in the future as she steps into her masters?
As per our yearly tradition, Dini and I have created another time capsule to reflect on her adventures in the third year of her architectural studies. What were her highs and what were her lows? More importantly, what would she like to accomplish in the future as she steps into her masters?
Congratulations again for finishing your bachelors lovely!
This episode is dedicated to : Time Capsule Series- To Our First Year, To Our Second Year
Notes:
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Dini Lee
Dini is an emerging artist and recent graduate of the Bachelor of Architectural Design at RMIT, who is due to begin her Masters in 2022. She unravels her curiosities about our daily engagement with the built environment through her architectural studies, together with her emerging art practice. Beyond these interests, you might find Dini curled up on a couch watching Gilmore Girls or out and about exploring suburbia.
You can find Dini’s Instagram here.
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 5 // Can You Be Personal With Architecture?
This episode will be an expansion of a question when Jina was once asked “when you review your designs yourself, you need to feel that you wanna live in your design. Have you ever felt that?”. Honestly - there are many many ways to unpack this question given the archetypes that are involved in, and both of us have approached this question from different perspectives. Having said, what were our approaches and responses?
Words by Jingwen (Jina) He
This episode will be an expansion of a question when Jina was once asked “when you review your designs yourself, you need to feel that you wanna live in your design. Have you ever felt that?”. Honestly - there are many many ways to unpack this question given the archetypes that are involved in, and both of us have approached this question from different perspectives. Having said, what were our approaches and responses?
This episode is dedicated to A*****a: Please don’t get up and personal (2018); The Personal Relationship of Architects (2020)
Notes
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Jingwen (Jina) He
‘Ancora Imparo.’ Jina is still and always exploring in her architectural journey. Alongside working professionally in the industry, she is actively tackling the architectural puzzle with various approaches and from different perspectives. She started by involving in a studio to Ho Chi Minh City focusing on urban density and the role of public transportation and had her proposed architectural installation built on-site and published in local news paper at the Bisenzio River, Italy. With keen interests in arts, she was one of the recipients of Testing Grounds Public Arts Workshop Grant and selected as the external arts grants assessment panel member with City of Melbourne. She also is an active contributor to few publications. She is always making and creating but sometimes she is planting.
You can connect with Jina via her Blog, LinkedIn or Instagram (@miss_stingray)
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 4 // Sent Publication Launch!
This special episode is to celebrate the publication of ‘Sent’
Ever wondered what it’s like to collaborate with a diverse group of amazing people? Well, I’ve invited Sophie Lanigan to share her wonderful experience on establishing and curating Sent, a project that invites curious minds to share their relationship with space. Be it in the digital, intangible otherwise physical realm, there’s always a story to tell.
This special episode is to celebrate the publication of ‘Sent’
Ever wondered what it’s like to collaborate with a diverse group of amazing people? Well, I’ve invited Sophie Lanigan to share her wonderful experience on establishing and curating Sent, a project that invites curious minds to share their relationship with space. Be it in the digital, intangible otherwise physical realm, there’s always a story to tell.
Notes:
Sent Publication - You can purchase a copy of the project here
Doyenne Interviews
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Sophie Lanigan
Sophie Lanigan is a designer and researcher based on Gadigal Land/Sydney. Her first book, Sent published in 2021, brought more voices into the conversation about space by commissioning 100 thinkers to reflect on this topic in the form of a postcard. Sophie holds a Masters of Arts from the Architectural Association, London in 2018 and completed her Bachelor of Design at the University of Sydney in 2016. In late 2022 she will commence her PhD in Architecture at Cambridge. Currently she works in design and research at Cave Urban, UTS and the University of Sydney.
You can find Sophie’s Instagram here. Otherwise, connect with Sophie through her website or LinkedIn.
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 3 // Imposter Syndrome Is One Big Umbrella
And...we're back! In our new episode of Archimest In The Making podcast Dini and I discuss our thoughts and experiences of sitting under the imposter syndrome umbrella. Join us as we ask ourselves how self-doubt, self-esteem and validation affect our practice and our lives, and how do we cope with this?
With an introduction written by Dini Lee
And...we're back! In our new episode of Archimest In The Making podcast Kimberley and I discuss our thoughts and experiences of sitting under the imposter syndrome umbrella. Join us as we ask ourselves how self-doubt, self-esteem and validation affects our practice and our lives, and how do we cope with this?
This episode is dedicated to Episode One// Searching Value and Validation (with Isabella Peppard Clark)
Notes:
Parlour "Light At The End Of The Tunnel: Know Thyself (with Margaret Devine)
What Is Imposter Syndrome And How Can You Combat It? - Elizabeth Cox - TED
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Dini Lee
Dini is an emerging artist and recent graduate of the Bachelor of Architectural Design at RMIT, who is due to begin her Masters in 2022. She unravels her curiosities about our daily engagement with the built environment through her architectural studies, together with her emerging art practice. Beyond these interests, you might find Dini curled up on a couch watching Gilmore Girls or out and about exploring suburbia.
You can find Dini’s Instagram here. You can also find her final semester project here.
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 2 // Job Hunting Is Really Hard 🅴
There’s always a mixture of relief and dread during our studies about the next stages - getting hired by a firm. For some, it was relatively straightforward in meeting those expectations. However, for me and Shaun, we graduated during the period in which our industry suffered economically, which resulted in us spending nearly two years (or more) finding ‘employment’ within the architecture industry. Of course, keeping our hopes up wasn't easy - and when plan a didn’t work out for us, what were our plan b’s or c’s? And of course, during our lowest moments, did we consider giving up altogether?
Disclaimer: This episode may be emotionally taxing and toiling - as we know that sometimes talking about job hunting is extremely difficult for some.
There’s always a mixture of relief and dread during our studies about the next stages - getting hired by a firm. For some, it was relatively straightforward in meeting those expectations. However, for me and Shaun, we graduated during the period in which our industry suffered economically, which resulted in us spending nearly two years (or more) finding ‘employment’ within the architecture industry. Of course, keeping our hopes up wasn't easy - and when plan a didn’t work out for us, what were our plan b’s or c’s? And of course, during our lowest moments, did we consider giving up altogether?
This episode is dedicated to Just for Laughs - Job Hunting Be Like This; Hanging on by the thread of Sanity During Unemployment
Notes:
Below are websites I’ve used as well as being introduced to during job hunting for an architecture-related job.
Other places we’d like to recommend - see Defence, Building / Engineering Firms, Developer Firms.
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Shaun Ho
Hello! My name is Shaun! I’m a recent Architecture Masters Graduate from Monash University. I believe that the built environment gives us the creative ability to incite positive change in people and our environment. I respond to the environment or my experience of the site with unique solutions and perspectives which I use to drive the design and development of my architecture forms and concepts.
You can find Shaun’s photography Instagram @shaunyho and his portfolio of works here.
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Hero Phenomena Ep. 1 // Are We Passionate Enough?
Starting Season 4 of the podcast, we’re looking at what it means to be passionate about something. Too often, the word is flounced around a lot - and it’s difficult to affirm whether you are passionate about something by your actions. You can be passionate about a subject and admire it from afar, otherwise allow yourself to be consumed by it…
In this episode, Eastina and I will be exploring our perceptions on what it takes to be passionate about something… and whether we think we’re passionate about what we’re doing now.
Starting Season 4 of the podcast, we’re looking at what it means to be passionate about something. Too often, the word is flounced around a lot - and it’s difficult to affirm whether you are passionate about something by your actions. You can be passionate about a subject and admire it from afar, otherwise allow yourself to be consumed by it…
In this episode, Eastina and I will be exploring our perceptions on what it takes to be passionate about something… and whether we think we’re passionate about what we’re doing now.
Notes:
Before Paris - Tom Misch (2018) - Lyrics can be found here
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About Eastina Zhang
Eastina Zhang is an architecture graduate turned UXer. She's a perpetually curious, critical and creative thinker hungry for her next adventure. She is usually spotted with her left hand on her keyboard shortcuts, and right hand on her mouse
Visit here for her amazing portfolio of works or connect with Eastina through Medium, LinkedIn or her Instagram (@zanitsae_)!
About Season 4// Hero Phenomena
Hero Phenomena is dedicated to the paradigm shift experienced during my architecture studies - as well as a tribute to the core essays in which this blog was primarily built on. Season 4 of Archemist Podcast will be a continuation and expansion on the thoughts and essays written throughout the past four years of written entries and my architecture studies. Be prepared for a symphony of discourses that can either reassures or confronts interlaced with tones of idealism, cynicism, optimism, and self-doubt as that’s what growing up is about - messy but wonderful all at once.
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This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide advice for listeners. Kindly please note that as our views and opinions change over time, and these could differ from past recordings. .
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Bonus // Time Capsule Revisited: To My Second Year
A year later and here we are again. Dini and I are back looking at our architecture journey in 2020 as well as reflecting back to our very first recording. Of course, second-year of architecture school makes you realise a lot of things, but then, when we take our time to look back on our past, we realise how far we’ve come.
To our first year - thank you for leaving us a beautiful memory…
A year later and here we are again. Dini and I are back looking at our architecture journey in 2020 as well as reflecting back to our very first recording. Of course, second-year of architecture school makes you realise a lot of things, but then, when we take our time to look back on our past, we realise how far we’ve come.
We think we’ve definitely grown since our first recording - and who knows, we might be back for another one again!
Notes:
Music: Uniq - Bloom https://soundcloud.com/uniqofficial
About Dini Lee
Dini is currently studying architecture at RMIT. She finds the fascination in architecture through space and the overarching concept of space. Currently, she’s still trying to navigate the world of architecture through theoretical and practical work. When she’s not too immersed in architecture you may find her enjoying SBS World Movies, listening to Indie music or visiting art galleries!
You can find Dini’s Second Year Second Semester Projects here on Instagram.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. We do not provide professional advice for listeners. As information and facts change over time, we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies as time progresses.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Archemist Podcast: Is This What We Wanted?// Conclusion
One fateful night in September 2020 - I received a message from a friend who I haven’t heard from six years - who was bursting with ideas about a potential podcast collaboration. Well, two phone calls later, Jina and I established ‘Is This What You Wanted?’, a project that has continued for a busy 5 months. Now that we’ve reached the end - we decided to look back on our journey that has shifted our outlooks and thoughts towards our profession. What were our highlights? Lowlights? And is this what we wanted?
One fateful night in September 2020 - I received a message from a friend who I haven’t heard from six years - who was bursting with ideas about a potential podcast collaboration. Well, two phone calls later, Jina and I established ‘Is This What You Wanted?’, a project that has continued for a busy 5 months. Now that we’ve reached the end - we decided to look back on our journey that has shifted our outlooks and thoughts towards our profession. What were our highlights? Lowlights? And is this what we wanted?
We’d like to thank the following who has been a part of our journey
Yvonne Meng, Graham Ho, Eugenia Tan, Jessica Seneviratna, Will Qu, Daniel Lawson, Denny Chan, Isabella Singal, Kevin Hüi, Tracy Sodder, Daniel Moore
Most importantly - thank you Jina! What would I do without you?
Music: Blue Dot Sessions - ‘Pinky’ from Free Music Archive https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Pinky
*This episode is produced by Jina He
About Jina He
‘Ancora Imparo.’ Jina is still and always exploring in her architectural journey. Alongside working professionally in the industry, she is actively tackling the architectural puzzle with various approaches and from different perspectives. She started by involving in a studio to Ho Chi Minh City focusing on urban density and the role of public transportation and had her proposed architectural installation built on-site and published in local news paper at the Bisenzio River, Italy. With keen interests in arts, she was one of the recipients of Testing Grounds Public Arts Workshop Grant and selected as the external arts grants assessment panel member with City of Melbourne. She also is an active contributor to few publications. She is always making and creating but sometimes she is planting.
You can connect with Jina via her Blog, LinkedIn or Instagram (@miss_stingray)
About Season 3// Is This What You Wanted?
A collaboration with Jina He, the two of us were inspired by conversations on the disparity between education and professional practice; and finding ourselves at crossroads: Is this what you wanted? is a series of discussions with various individuals within the design industry reflecting on pinnacle moments in their professional journey that has led them to their current position.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. Kindly please note that as our views and opinions change over time, and these could differ from past recordings.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Archemist Podcast: Is This What You Wanted?// Daniel Moore 🅴
Words are really powerful - especially when a single thought can completely switch your career choices. This was the case with Daniel Moore - after a comment made towards his initial dreams, he switched to studying performance and architecture. But what happens when you’ve got two areas of interest? How do you combine them? Join us as Daniel shares with us the influences from his childhood and hobbies that has enabled him to combine two interests together!
P.S.A. Bus Drivers are awesome!!!!!!
Words are really powerful - especially when a single thought can completely switch your career choices. This was the case with Daniel Moore - after a comment made towards his initial dreams, he switched to studying performance and architecture. But what happens when you’ve got two areas of interest? How do you combine them? Join us as Daniel shares with us the influences from his childhood and hobbies that has enabled him to combine two interests together!
Notes:
Music: Blue Dot Sessions - ‘Pinky’ from Free Music Archive https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Pinky
About Daniel Moore
Daniel is an architect, voice over artist, and creative working between Victoria and Tasmania. In 2016 Daniel established Open Creative Studio, an architecture and creative practice that collaborates on creative projects spanning multiple forms of design, performance, and community engagement.
Daniel has been entrenched in Melbourne’s architecture community as a former lead curator of New Architects Melbourne, former co-chair of EmAGN, as a tutor at Melbourne Uni, RMIT, and Monash, presenting at PROCESS, ArchiTeam, and Institute CPD sessions, and most recently as the host and producer of both the New Architects Podcast for NAM and the Hearing Architecture Podcast for the Australian Institute of Architects.
You can find out more about Open Creative Studio here or on Instagram (@opencreativestudio), or connect with Daniel via Instagram (@moremooremore). Also, don’t forget to subscribe to Hearing Architecture Podcast on Spotify, Apple or Google Podcast (or on your favourite podcasting platform!)
About Season 3// Is This What You Wanted?
A collaboration with Jina He, the two of us were inspired by conversations on the disparity between education and professional practice; and finding ourselves at crossroads: Is this what you wanted? is a series of discussions with various individuals within the design industry reflecting on pinnacle moments in their professional journey that has led them to their current position.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. Kindly please note that as our views and opinions change over time, and these could differ from past recordings.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Archemist Podcast: Is This What You Wanted?// Tracy Sodder
We’ve all heard of that saying ‘the worst response is a no, so what’s the harm in trying?’. A quick glance on Dezeen’s job notice board and an email later, Jina’s friend Tracy Sodder found herself working for BIG (yes, Bjarke Ingels Group) as their visualiser in New York. From one country to another, Tracy shares with us her transition as well as the decisions that led to this fateful opportunity.
As we’d like to put it We’d rather regret something that we’ve done than something we haven’t done.
We’ve all heard of that saying ‘the worst response is a no, so what’s the harm in trying?’. A quick glance on Dezeen’s job notice board and an email later, Jina’s friend Tracy Sodder found herself working for BIG (yes, Bjarke Ingels Group) as their visualiser in New York. From one country to another, Tracy shares with us her transition as well as the decisions that led to this fateful opportunity.
As we’d like to put it We’d rather regret something that we’ve done than something we haven’t done.
Notes:
If you’re in the architecture industry and in search of jobs, you can try the following:
Australian Architecture Job Board (Best to subscribe)
AIA VIC Chapter Job Notice Board - for other states, please redirect your Institute’s respective state page!
Don’t ever give up!
Music: Blue Dot Sessions - ‘Pinky’ from Free Music Archive https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Pinky
*This episode is produced by Jina He
About Tracy Sodder
Tracy currently lives in New York and has worked for Bjarke Ingels Group for 3 years. Specializing in architectural visualization, she’s part of a two person team at the BIG’s New York office . Published works include several masterplans for Oceanix Floating Cities, Toyotas Woven City, Panang South Islands and numerous building spaces designed by the “starchitecture” firm. As part of a small visualization team, Tracy gets to know and work with most work coming from the New York office at some point of the design process. Graduating in 2015, she started her career in Melbourne at a local Architecture firms focusing primarily on visualization. In Melbourne she worked full-time, part-time and freelance for 2 years while trying to find her footing within the industry before being called into the “BIG” leagues. BIG has allowed her images to be published in numerous online and print publications like Dezeen, Architectural Digest, Designboom, Archdaily,etc as well as be showcased in museums like the Mori art Museum, the United Nations, TED talks and other such mediums.
You can connect with Tracy through LinkedIn here or Instagram (@tracysodder)
About Season 3// Is This What You Wanted?
A collaboration with Jina He, the two of us were inspired by conversations on the disparity between education and professional practice; and finding ourselves at crossroads: Is this what you wanted? is a series of discussions with various individuals within the design industry reflecting on pinnacle moments in their professional journey that has led them to their current position.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. Kindly please note that as our views and opinions change over time, and these could differ from past recordings.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Archemist Podcast: Is This What You Wanted?// Kevin Hüi 🅴
There are many ways to share and learn about architecture. Of course, the best way to learn about a project is to see it in person and to discuss and share ideas! But what happens when this is intensified through travelling and seeing a huge amount of architecture in one day? Kevin Hüi (whom many of you would know as Archimarathon) shares with us his career development as well as turning his love for architecture travel that evolved into the beloved Archimarathon!
*This episode was recorded in 2020 and some points and opinions may have changed and shifted!
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There are many ways to share and learn about architecture. Of course, the best way to learn about a project is to see it in person and to discuss and share ideas! But what happens when this is intensified through travelling and seeing a huge amount of architecture in one day? Kevin Hüi (whom many of you would know as Archimarathon) shares with us his career development as well as turning his love for architecture travel that evolved into the beloved Archimarathon!
*This episode was recorded in 2020 and some points and opinions may have changed and shifted!
Notes:
Skyscraper City (Forum)
CopyRight - CopyWrong - Archimarathon Video
What Why How - Archimarathon Video
Music: Blue Dot Sessions - ‘Pinky’ from Free Music Archive https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Pinky
About Kevin Hüi
For the last 18 years, Kevin Hüi has been teaching architecture design studios at various universities. An avid architectural traveller, Kevin founded Archimarathon - design-learning focused grand tours dedicated to investigating hidden and well-known architecture gems for architecture enthusiasts, students and graduates. Since 2019, Archimarathon has extended into the YouTube sphere - producing contents related to architecture, travel and education.
He is also the director of 4site Architecture in Melbourne.
You can find out more about Archimarathon here, Facebook or Instagram (@archimarathon). You can subscribe to their YouTube Channel here, or support them on Patreon here.
About Season 3// Is This What You Wanted?
A collaboration with Jina He, the two of us were inspired by conversations on the disparity between education and professional practice; and finding ourselves at crossroads: Is this what you wanted? is a series of discussions with various individuals within the design industry reflecting on pinnacle moments in their professional journey that has led them to their current position.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. Kindly please note that as our views and opinions change over time, and these could differ from past recordings.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Archemist Podcast: Is This What You Wanted?// Isabella Singal
A little bit of identity crisis and soul searching in this episode. Jina has invited our lovely friend Isabella Singal (aka Bella) to share with us on her personal journey and thoughts on both the architecture profession and education while juggling other exciting projects! Be it writing, curation and tutoring - it opens up food for thought for sure…
*This episode was recorded in November 2020 - and some media handles may have expired!
A little bit of identity crisis and soul searching in this episode. Jina has invited our lovely friend Isabella Singal (aka Bella) to share with us on her personal journey and thoughts on both the architecture profession and education while juggling other exciting projects! Be it writing, curation and tutoring - it opens up food for thought for sure…
*This episode was recorded in November 2020 - and some media handles may have expired!
Notes:
Melbourne School of Political Economy
Failing and Flying - Jack Gilbert
Music: Blue Dot Sessions - ‘Pinky’ from Free Music Archive https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Pinky
*This episode is produced by Jina He
About Isabella Singal
Bella Singal is a Graduate of Architecture who is currently working at an architecture firm. She is the co-steward of the Victorian Chapter of the Architecture Lobby, an organisation that advocates for workers in Architecture. Like many Architecture Graduates, she enjoys writing, illustrating, designing amongst a list of things. She is the co-founder of a collaborative called Vomitus Dialogus, an organisation that produces zines, exhibitions, talks with an upcoming play at the Melbourne Fringe Festival called Source Amnesia. The play involves a series of vignettes into familial tensions that occur in the day to day lives of POC, based on true stories of generational trauma, ethnic guilt, amongst a multitude of other issues.
You can find out more about Vomitus Dialogus through Facebook or Instagram (@vomitusdialogus); and Architecture Lobby on Facebook or Instagram (@archlobby.victoria). Otherwise, you can connect with Bella through Instagram (@__besin)
About Season 3// Is This What You Wanted?
A collaboration with Jina He, the two of us were inspired by conversations on the disparity between education and professional practice; and finding ourselves at crossroads: Is this what you wanted? is a series of discussions with various individuals within the design industry reflecting on pinnacle moments in their professional journey that has led them to their current position.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. Kindly please note that as our views and opinions change over time, and these could differ from past recordings.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
Archemist Podcast: Is This What You Wanted?// Denny Chan
We know that it’s hard to get away from architecture but still, ever wondered what it would be like to not be in contact with Architecture for a year? Well, we’ve brought on my dear friend Denny Chan to share with us his break in-between his architecture and photography journey before fully stepping into the role of a gin business owner. Join us as we navigate his architecture adventures between UK and HK and beyond!
*This episode is NOT sponsored!
We know that it’s hard to get away from architecture but still, ever wondered what it would be like to not be in contact with Architecture for a year? Well, we’ve brought on my dear friend Denny Chan to share with us his break in-between his architecture and photography journey before fully stepping into the role of a gin business owner. Join us as we navigate his architecture adventures between UK and HK and beyond!
Notes:
Music: Blue Dot Sessions - ‘Pinky’ from Free Music Archive https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/RadioPink/Pinky
About Denny Chan
Denny Chan is an Architect and Photographer. Having completed his architectural training and qualified as an Architect in 2015, Denny has actively been engaged with different community projects and charities both locally and internationally. Much of his work revolves around working with people.
Denny co-founded Sofar Sounds Hong Kong Chapter, a unique music movement to bring magic back to live music. He is also a travelling photographer, working with humanitarian charities including ICIN (Iraqi Christians in Need), MMS (Mathieson Music School) in India and Art@LDC in Hong Kong to aid their fundraising efforts.
His latest venture brings him to the spirit industries. In 2019, he joined the team behind Perfume Trees Gin, Hong Kong’s first contemporary spirit brand with an ambition to capture the spirit of Hong Kong in a bottle.
You can find out more about Perfume Tress Gin here, otherwise connect with them via Facebook or Instagram (@perfumetreesgin_hk). Alternatively, you can find out more about Denny here or connect with him via Instagram (@dennychankl).
About Season 3// Is This What You Wanted?
A collaboration with Jina He, the two of us were inspired by conversations on the disparity between education and professional practice; and finding ourselves at crossroads: Is this what you wanted? is a series of discussions with various individuals within the design industry reflecting on pinnacle moments in their professional journey that has led them to their current position.
Disclaimer
This podcast is a journal of personal reflections and casual discussions. Opinions shared does not represent the shared opinion of the speaker’s affiliated organisation. Kindly please note that as our views and opinions change over time, and these could differ from past recordings.
You can find more about our terms and conditions here.
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