Systematic change will take

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too long. It's time for us to

take control of the narrative

by helping

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the future

generation of architects.

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Recent Events
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Design Your Values
Erect Architecture
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A workshop for creatives on how to design your personal and professional creative values.

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Portfolio Reviews
dRMM
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We hosted a group of 14 graduates at dRMM's studio in London Bridge.

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Empowering Women in Practice
Alison Brooks Architects
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In September, we were very kindly hosted by Alison Brooks Architects in an informal networking and mentoring session.

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Career Portfolio Prep
dMFK
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In July, we were very kindly hosted by dMFK to support young graduates with their career portfolios.

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Design Practices
Office S&M
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This was a tailored workshop for young creatives looking for guidance and advice on their career journeys.

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Insider Interview Tips
Morris + Company
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In April, we were very kindly hosted by Morris+Company to provide mock interviews to our biggest turn out yet.

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CV Red Lines
Make Architects
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In small groups we helped 12 young people currently looking for a job in the built environment and advised them on their CVs and application process as well as providing an insight into the hiring process at Make.

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Pitching Your Portfolio
Karakusevic Carson Architects
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In collaboration with Karakusevic Carson Architects, we helped participants pitch their portfolios confidently.

The Problem
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48%

of students worry about being able to get a job as an architect when they complete their studies.
RIBA COVID-19 Student Survey (2022)

35%

of students said their architectural education provided them with the knowledge they need to go into practice.
Architect’s Journal Student Survey (2022)
Student journey
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What is an Open Studio?

An Open Studio brings together creatives from around London in a collaborative space.

A series of studio sessions for a limited group of architecture students, graduates and professionals who can come to seek advice, mentoring, learn from peers, network in the industry and gain vital skills that will help them in their careers.

We help to open up studios so that young creatives can have a meaningful insight into what it means to work in the industry, what to expect from office culture and project involvement as well as finding a practice that fits them.

This is done through monthly workshops, kindly hosted at practices for a group of 10-16 participants, ideally from ethnic minority backgrounds to make an active effort in breaking barriers into the workplace.

These workshops center around CV and portfolio guidance as well as general career advice.

Proudly supported by
The Marchus Trust