Season 10 Episode 5- Alfonso Monedero, Head of BIM at Heatherwick studio.

Alfonso leads ‘BIM implementation at the award-winning, London-based multi-discipline Heatherwick Studio. Having worked as Project Architect and Head of Design in a leading practice in Chile, Alfonso decided to move to a more technical role after observing how technology skills, or the lack of them, influence and limit design creativity and affect project outcome. With experience working internationally in Spain, India, Chile and UK, Alfonso started collaborating with Heatherwick studio in 2015 as a BIM Consultant, and then moved to Woods Bagot (London) to work as Design Technology Manager. In 2018 he re-joined Heatherwick Studio to continue BIM implementation. His goal is to embed BIM in the design phase without limiting or hindering the design process.’

Thank you to Alfonso for taking the time to speak with us, thank you to ⁠Victoria Farrow⁠ for hosting us, thank you to ⁠Misbah ur Rehman⁠ for co-hosting, and we hope that you have enjoyed this special Season 10 miniseries of ASP.

Season 10 Episode 4 with Luka Stefanovic, Senior Architecture Industry Specialist at Vectorworks. Luka works to help Architects optimise their design processes. Researching, consulting and public speaking on topics like BIM, data processing in models, sustainability, embodied carbon and operational energy. Providing a link between industry and software developers.
With a diverse range of skills and interests, an affinity towards Sustainable Design, Net Zero Carbon, Energy Efficiency, Passivhaus and Green Architecture as well as innovative techniques and technologies, Luka firmly believes in an integrated, holistic and multidisciplinary approach and collaboration between professionals with different areas of expertise at early stages of project as the key to a good design.
Thank you to Luka for taking the time to speak with us, thank you to ⁠Victoria Farrow⁠ for hosting us, thank you to ⁠Misbah ur Rehman⁠ for co-hosting, and we hope that you enjoy this special Season 10 miniseries of ASP.

Farres Yasser is a Senior Lecturer, Researcher and professional in Architecture Design and Architectural Systems Engineering/Technology and the environment with a keen focus on sustainable development, comprehensive design, and educational outreach. His work is guided by his motto, “E.C.O.”, which encapsulates the three main areas of his expertise.
Experiment Based Research- conducting experiments and simulations to enhance the performance and sustainability of various materials, products, and systems. His approach combines simple technologies with advanced machinery, catering to both affluent and less privileged environments.
Communal Collaborative- creating solutions that are functional, aesthetic, and mindful of the social, economic, and environmental aspects of the context and stakeholders. He collaborates with researchers and practitioners from diverse disciplines to ensure a holistic approach to design and architectural identity.
Outreach Through Teaching- sharing his knowledge and experience through teaching and publishing for over 11 years. His publications and competition participations showcase his research and design outcomes with a focus on creative sustainable solutions for the built environment.

Thank you to Farres for taking the time to speak with us, thank you to Victoria Farrow for hosting us, thank you to Misbah ur Rehman for co-hosting, and we hope that you enjoy this special Season 10 miniseries of ASP.

Michael Hudson, Associate Director – Digital Transformation at CBRE UK the global leader in real estate strategy and asset management. With CBRE Michael focuses on leading digital strategy, business requirements, solutioning and transformation projects by providing technical expertise and thought leadership.

Specializing in BIM, digital transformation, SMART buildings, ITPM and digital twins Michael is an ARB registered architect and SmartScore accredited professional.

An active member of the UK BIM, Proptech and generative design communities, co-founding the UK dynamo user group, as well as a member of NIMA.

Thank you to Jens for taking the time to speak with us, thank you to Victoria Farrow for hosting us, thank you to Misbah ur Rehman for co-hosting, and we hope that you enjoy this special Season 10 miniseries of ASP.

Episode 1 -Jens Majdal Kaarsholm

Director of Design Technology for Bjarke Ingels Group

“Jens has extensive experience with large scale commercial, medical, and residential projects globally and has been more or less involved in most of the BIG projects coming out of the Copenhagen office in the recent years, especially at the latter stages of design.

Jens has always kept an open-minded approach to BIM in architecture, with an aim to give architects as much freedom as possible and to implement BIM without hindering the design process if possible. “

Thank you to Jens for taking the time to speak with us, thank to biminseries for hosting us, thank you to Misbah ur Rehman for co-hosting, and we hope that you enjoy this special Season 10 miniseries of ASP

Courtney Mackrell, commercial furniture designer, interior architect, artist, and former A Student's Perspective host, speaks with Ally about the importance of stretching your personal boundaries and with regards to your career development and potential. How can your approach to school shape your approach to your career? #student #studentdesign #furnituredesign #design #productdesign #experience #creative #inspiration #mentor

Joann Lui, Architect, Content Marketer, and Founder of the Women Architects Collective speaks with Ally about the importance of defining and maintaining your personal brand and boundaries with regards to your career development and mental health.

Joann is a "...Licensed Architect turned Branding Strategist and the Founder of Women Architects Collective.In 2014, after being forgotten for a raise, she wanted to find a way to never be forgotten again. That’s when she came across personal branding.

While climbing the ladder at Gensler and getting burned out consistently, she started the Women Architects Collective and began sharing her career journey online."

Thank you to Joann for sharing your time and experiences, and welcome to the ASP family Ally.

#student #studentdesign #mentalhealth #branding #architecture #experience #creative #inspiration #mentor

Tom Van Dessel, Owner/President of SPLASHWORKS speaks with Stephen and Paige from Spring 2023 High Point Market in the SPLASHWORKS ‘Shoffice’.

”Art and technology meet at SPLASHWORKS, where their team of artisans and detail-minded manufacturing mavens work side by side to design and make artful home decor, including wall art, decorative pillows, fabric wall covering and more! SPLASHWORKS game changing technologies allow the faithful reproduction of original art, custom graphics, and content of all ilk directly onto fabric. We have few limitations and love a challenge. The SPLASHWORKS showroom, studio and complete manufacturing facility are located in a 100-year old hosiery warehouse, made over with a fresh modern vibe”

Along with the aesthetic products that SPLASHWORKS offers, Tom has leveraged years of experience in the manufacturing and furniture industries focused on acoustics within design to create a breathtaking blend of functional and aesthetic products for residential and commercial spaces.

Additionally Tom is at the forefront of the revitalization and reimagination of High Point as a year round design destination as Chair of the Board of Directors for Highpoint X Design.

#student #studentdesign #technology #acousticdesign #aesthetics #product #interiordesign #creative #inspiration #mentor