Careers at Ackroyd Lowrie Architects, ft. Oliver Lowrie

Show Notes

We often learn about practices when we see their projects in Architecture Magazines, or when we are looking for a new job we often judge a company by what we can see on their website. 

Well, I think it'd be much more interesting to learn about what it's like to work at an Architecture Practice from the horse's mouth! Either the founders who set it up or people who actually work on the frontline as part of the team. 

So to kick off this idea, I can think of no one better than the charismatic and ambitious Oliver Lowrie, the founder of the emergent award-winning practice called Ackroyd Lowrie. 

Join me live on Wednesday at 1 pm to discuss with Oliver what it's like to work at Ackroyd Lowrie, understand the principles behind why the practice was created and cultural values that are important in the office. 

On top of that, we may have a look at some cool projects as well as learn what type of designer excels at Ackroyd Lowrie, how to stand out in their interview process and take questions from the audience.

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Host

Stephen Drew

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.

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It is hard to get a job in architecture. We exist to help you get there. Hosted by Stephen Drew, Architecture Social is the unfiltered guide to the UK Built Environment. We decode the realities of the industry, provide actionable cheat codes for your career, and bridge the communication gap between the drafting board and the boardroom.

Whether you are a Part I assistant trying to survive your first role, a Part III architect managing complex procurement, or a Practice Director fighting tight margins and adapting to the Building Safety Act, this podcast is your central node of intelligence. We strip away the aesthetic gatekeeping and toxic positivity to talk about the actual mechanics of the business.

Expect honest conversations about salary realities, portfolio strategies, hiring economics, and the true experiences of the people actively shaping the profession.

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