The AForm Show Podcast

Identifying gaps in the design industry has led to the birth and evolution of .Studio . This week, we sit down with Ben D’Souza and Siddharth Peters from Love That Design! We learn about the many advantages that .Studio offers to not only designers, but the complete design studio. Data is not only stored but is automatically tracked, analyzed, recalled and displayed in an intuitive format! . . . . Hear about all this and more! Full episode link in Bio . . @lovethatdesignme @get_.studio @ben.dsouza @siddharthpeters Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

This week, we sit down with Sonal Kotecha and Alaa Mohammed from Rumah Interiors. We discuss how remote teams may positively or negatively impact the quality of work being delivered! Hear about how Rumah Interiors have structured workflows, ensuring access to great talent & great work! . . Hear the full episode! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @rumahinteriors Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Architects often fall into “silos” over time. This could even be within a large studio. This week, we sit down with Haitham Mousa, Studio Design Director at KEO International Consultants. We discuss how architects need to be exposed to different facets of architecture design. Invariably, there is much to learn from seasoned veterans but, there is also much to learn from the free minds of architecture students. . . Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @haitham__mousa @keoic Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

This week, we sit down with Shiam Shibl, interior designer at DLR Group. We talk about how fresh graduates can stand out in the studio. Going the extra mile, taking ownership & being enthusiastic are a few characteristics to set you apart! . . Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @shiam.s @dlr_group Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Time is the most precious asset! And the key to bridging the gap between academia and professional practice appears to be the use of that asset! This week, we sit down with Nikhil Mathew, Professor of Interior Design. We discuss how industry professionals need to donate time and resource towards academia. Exposing students to LIVE projects allows them to get a sense of ownership & contribution! In the long run, the returns are ten-fold! . . Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @nikhilmathew8 Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Furniture design has fairly rigid standard and metrics to be followed. However, those can be expressed in a creative manner, through materiality and innovation! There is always room to push the envelope. This week, we sit down with Simona Giacalone, Architecture + Design Manager MEA & APMEA coordinator for Miller Knoll. We discuss how rigorous testing is key to product development. However, a key focus for designers should be sustainability! . . Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @simonagiacalone @millerknollmea Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

This week we sit down with Josephine Visser, Managing Director of Elementa Interior Design. We discuss key points of advice for other senior designers and emerging studios. We talk about how having a personal brand is important. Defining your values early on allows for better decision making in the future. But above all else, enjoy the process! . . Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @josephinevisser @elementa_interior Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Soft skills are a key component of being a designer. Being able to communicate effectively, negotiate designs and teamwork are a few fundamental skills, every designer should have. In addition, it also helps to take ownership of work and have a learner mindset. . . This week with sit down with Sanmita Patel and go over her thoughts on design education. We discuss how students can pickup soft skills in the design studio itself. This in turn prepares them for professional practice. . . Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @archaotics Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Projects of various scales typically bring together a unique set of collaborators. As the designer leading the ship, it’s key to communicate in a universal design language with all stakeholders. Ensuring this, allows for clarity on design vision and overall outcome. This week we are joined by Marco Maximus - Senior Interior Designer at KEANE. We discuss his methodology of bringing together multiple stakeholders and working towards a unified vision. Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @marcomaximus Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Why move to Dubai? As an architect? . . Ryan breaks down his motivations for his move to Dubai. We discuss his past experiences leading up to the move. We also talk about how mindset plays a key role in similar decisions. . . . . Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @ryan4pres j.a.d.d.x.b Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Working within the metaverse is a skill! In some cases, it requires many skills! . . Many argue that the metaverse hype is done. Most declare it a fad and have moved on. However, the reality of this space, is far different. Many iterative strides have been made in the right direction. This is the time for designers to double down on their skill set and prepare for integrating the metaverse into their workflow! . . . . This week we are joined by Hanine Salman Abi-Ali, XR designer with Dewan Architects and Engineers. We discuss all things metaverse and XR/MR/AR/VR design! Hear about all this and more! . . Full episode link in Bio . . @haninesalman @haninesdesign @dewan.ae Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp

Stakeholder ownership is key to project success . . This week we are joined by Marko Runjic, Managing Director at Point Concept Studio! We discuss how stakeholder management is critical to project success. While the design-build model has a use case, for complex projects - the consultant/contractor/client pyramid is recommended. . . Full episode link in Bio . . @marko.rufa @point.concept Audio by @strumatease We are powered by @skystruct_qstp #architecture #interior #retail #commercial #design #podcast #aform