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"anylabtalks" explores the profound intersections between art, architecture and design, uncovering the stories that inform and challenge our understanding of these fields. In each episode, we journey through grand and subtle narratives—stories that reshape the very essence of creativity. Through these conversations, we enter a space where ideas are not simply exchanged but reimagined, inviting deep reflection and the contemplation of new futures. We invite your thoughts, feedback, and reflec ...
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How We Build a Future Where Creativity and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand? with Sharon Julya | IBUKU
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In this episode, we sit down with Sharon Julya, an architect at IBUKU Studio in Bali, to explore the groundbreaking work done with bamboo by one of the world’s most innovative and sustainable architecture firms. Founded by Elora Hardy in 2010, IBUKU began as a personal experiment with bamboo’s potential and has since blossomed into a global movemen…
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Are Architects Time Travelers? with Angelica Trevino Baccon
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This week, our host, Nurgul Yardim, talks with Angelica Trevino Baccon, visiting her in SHoP Architects New York office. Angelica Trevino Baccon is a principal of SHoP Architects. She holds a Bachelor's degree in architecture from Tecnologico de Monterrey in Mexico and a master’s degree from GSA Harvard. Her journey has been shaped by encounters wi…
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Humility for Challenging Conventions with Jing Liu
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This week our host Nurgul Yardim talks with Jing Liu, visiting her in their office in Brooklyn, New York. Jing Liu has been practising for more than 15 years, working on a wide range of projects both in the US and abroad. A native of China, Jing Liu received her education in China, Japan, the United Kingdom, and New Orleans. Jing Liu co-founded SO-…
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This week, our host, Nurgul Yardim, talks with Dan Sibert, visiting him at the Foster + Partners London office. Dan Sibert is a Senior Partner at the Foster and Partners. He is originally from just outside Cardiff, Wales. He is interested in the evolution of how we live and work, what this means for the design of the spaces we inhabit, and the role…
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Commitment to a Better World with Jürgen Mayer H.
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Dive into the world of the architecture with Jürgen Mayer H. in this thought-provoking podcast episode; as he puts "architecture is a field of investigations". Host Nurgul Yardim as she delves into his journey, from his days in Stuttgart to his time at Cooper Union, exploring the path of a passionate, visionary architect and educator who has indeli…
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Communicating Sustainability with Tanisha Raffiuddin
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In this captivating episode, join host Nurgul Yardim in a thought-provoking conversation with the brilliant Tanisha Rafidin, the Creative Director of Concept Culture; a creative agency for Built Environment practices and organisations. Together, they explore the fascinating intersection of communication, architecture and sustainability, shedding li…
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What does it mean to be a strategic urbanist? with Sem Lee
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Ecocity World Summit Special Episode In this episode, Nurgul Yardim sits down with Sam Lee, a strategic urbanist and the founder of OURI Labs. If you're passionate about urban design, sustainability, and the future of our cities, this episode is a must-listen. Join us for an engaging conversation where Sam discusses her work in creating healthier a…
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Innovation, Community, and Architecture with Jerry Tate
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Ecocity World Summit Special Episode In this captivating episode, Nurgul engages in a dynamic conversation with the visionary architect, Jerry Tate. Jerry founded Tate+Co in 2007 and maintains a central role at the practice. He is driven by his desire to generate creative, pragmatic and unique solutions for each project that have a positive impact …
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Sustainability Beyond Carbon with Michelle Sánchez Brajkovic
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Ecocity World Summit Special Episode In this episode of AnylabTalks Podcast, host Nurgul Yardim Mericliler interviews Michelle Sánchez Brajkovic, an architectural designer and sustainability lead at RHSP. She discusses her role in driving the sustainability agenda within the practice and ensuring projects meet sustainability targets. In this epis…
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Navigating Collaboration and Change with Tomas Stokke
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Ecocity World Summit Special Episode In the second episode of Season 3, Nurgul meets Tomas Stokke, co-founder of Haptic Architects in 2009 alongside Scott Grady, Timo Haedrich, and Nikki Butenschøn. As a Norwegian national based in London, Tomas divides his time between the London and Oslo offices. Tomas plays a pivotal role in Haptic's internati…
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In this compelling episode, host Nurgul Yardim engages in an enlightening conversation with visionary architect Professor Yasmeen Lari and founder of Barefoot Social Architecture, delving deep into the profound impact of architecture as a catalyst for social change and empowerment. Yasmeen Lari is widely recognised as Pakistan's pioneering female a…
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Instead of Complaining Try Doing Something with Sevince Bayrak and Oral Göktaş
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In this episode of Anylabtalks, host Yardim Yardim interviews Sevince Bayrak and Oral Goktas, partners and co-founders of SO; an Istanbul-based studio focusing on design, architecture, and urbanism. In 2013, they won the Young Architects Program by MoMA/PS1, creating Sky Spotting Stop for Istanbul Modern, which was exhibited in MoMA and MAXXI. In 2…
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Why Collaboration Make All The Difference? with Kirsten Lees
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This special podcast recording was a part of Arch + Dsgn Summit and took place at the İzmir Architecture Center, Turkey on 26 September 2019. Moderated by Nurgul Yardim, the talk explored Kirsten Lees’ thoughts on the role of the global architect, the inter-relationship between architecture, place and the city. Kirsten Lees is the Grimshaw London s…
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Human Mind as a Site with Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg
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In this episode of Anylabtalks, host Nurgul Yardim, interviews Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg. They are co-founders of Spacepopular and direct the research MArch unit Diploma 2: The Civic Program at the Architectural Association. They both graduates from the Architectural Association in London and founded Spacepopular in Bangkok. The practice has…
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Why We Fell in Love with Photography with Sue Barr
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Nurgul Yardim chats to Sue Barr, photographer and Head of Photography at the Architectural Association School of Architecture. She holds a PhD from the Royal College of Art. She works and exhibits internationally, including the recent AutoPhoto exhibition at the Foundation Cartier in Paris and she has a solo exhibition at the Arles Photo Festival i…
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The Wisdom of Authenticity with Sumita Singha
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This episode's guest is Sumita Singha. Sumita set up her London-based practice Eco=logic in 1993, specialising in ‘eco-friendly design, community projects and design for those with disabilities’. Sumita set up Architects For Change, the equality forum at the RIBA and has been past Chair of Women in Architecture. At present, she sits on the RIBA pro…
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Architects Love Media & Media Loves Architects – But Do They Get Along?
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The LFA is the world’s largest annual architecture event and celebrates London as a global hub of architectural experimentation, practice and debate. This year London Festival of Architecture making LFA Digital on the theme of Power. As a part of LFA Digital, “Architects Love Media & Media Loves Architects – But Do They Get Along?” panel talk organ…
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Human Energy, Life and Architecture with Benedetta Tagliabue
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This episode's guest is is Benedetta Tagliabue. She is director of the acclaimed international architecture firm EMBT Miralles Tagliabue, founded in 1994 in collaboration with Enric Miralles, based in Barcelona. Among EMBT’s notable built projects are the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh, Diagonal Mar Park, and the Santa Caterina Market in Barcelon…
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Three Generations of Architects and New Hope for Earth with Ricardo Emilio Bofill
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This episode's guest is Ricardo Emilio Bofill Maggiora Vergano. Ricardo joined Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura in 1991 after graduating from Harvard University, and he is currently President of his family's Barcelona-based architecture practice, which is three generations in the making. RBTA is an architecture, planning and interior design st…
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Let’s Talk about Climate Action with Lauren Shevills and Joe Penn
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We are in extraordinary times; a lot of us working remotely and meeting daily to keep in touch, and make sure our business is moving forward. As Anylabtalks we help to stay connected and meet new people talking about the things we are most passionate about. In this episode host Nurgul Yardim Mericliler talks with Lauren Shevills and Joe Penn from t…
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At Anylabtalks, we're proud to spotlight great women, who have broken barriers and stood for creativity. Over one year, our host Nurgul Yardim Mericliler have had the great privilege of sitting by many of them, hearing their stories and asking why they are hopeful about future. Reflecting on just a few of those conversations, this short episode fee…
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What is the value of challenges in architecture with Gilles Retsin
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This episode's guest is Gilles Retsin. He studied in Belgium, Chile and the UK, where he obtained a masters from the Architectural Association’s Design Research Lab in London. His work has been exhibited at the New York’s Museum of Art and Design, the Vitra Design Museum and at the Royal Academy of Arts. He is Program Director of the B-Pro Architec…
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A perspective on Sustainability with Mina Hasman and Phil Obayda
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We’re happy to be back on the air with our second season. In this episode, our guests are Mina Hasman and Phil Obayda. This interview was recorded in Skidmore, Owings & Merrill London headquarter at SOM-designed Broadgate Tower. In this episode, Mina and Phil discuss their path in SOM; sustainability within the building industry and how we all come…
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In this episode anylabtalks featuring “Dezeen Day”, an international architecture and design conference took place on 30 October. The interviews were recorded in Dezeen Day at BFI Southbank, London. In this exclusive interviews Nurgul Yardim Mericliler and Emre Erdogan have talked with high-profile speakers and asked their motivation behind their s…
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From critical thinking to joy in architecture with Mat Barnes
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This episode’s guest is Mat Barnes, director of CAN: Critical Architecture Network in London. CAN is an architecture studio that designs buildings, environments and installations. Prior to founding CAN, Mat was an Associate at Studio 54 Architecture where he was responsible for the award-winning Peabody infill housing projects. He has been a guest …
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Culture, community, change with Angela Dapper
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This episode's guest is Angela Dapper, the principle of Grimshaw Architects leading hotel, commercial and cultural projects. This interview was recorded in Grimshaw Architects in London. Angela is currently focused on research and development of people based on buildings integrated with public space. Before joining Grimshaw, she was a Partner at De…
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Creativity and architecture of our time with Patrik Schumacher
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This episode’s guest is Patrik Schumacher, principal of Zaha Hadid Architects. This interview was recorded in Zaha Hadid Architects Studio in London. Patrik is one of the most influential figures in architecture today, with his educational background in both philosophy and architecture. He lectures around the world, contributing articles to journal…
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Pleasure of architecture with Tarek Merlin
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In this episode, my guest is Tarek Merlin, Director & Co-Founder of Feix&Merlin Architects, a creative design studio particular interests in the arts and public spaces as well as commercial office and infrastructure projects. Tarek graduated from the Bartlett School of Architecture and originally worked at Foster & Partners before joining Alsop Arc…
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How passion matters in design with Dara Huang
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In this episode, Nurgul speaks with Dara Huang founder of Design Haus Liberty, a London-based architecture and design practice. Dara has received numerous awards and honours including Property Weeks 40 under 40, BBC China's 100 Women, and three RIBA competition recognitions. This conversation touches upon many topics, from how buildings need to be …
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The Power of Words in Architecture with Juliette Mitchell
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"Your words should inspire others." In the second episode Nurgul talks with Juliette Mitchell, a freelance writer and editor. Juliette has always worked with words and for years she worked as an editor at Penguin Books. Now, she runs Architypal, a writing consultancy for architects. We talk about the power of telling stories in architecture to chan…
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How architecture takes responsibility with Chris Hildrey
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In this episode Nurgul talking with Chris Hildrey founder of Hildrey Studio. Chris is an architect and designer focusing on complex systems, including contemporary social issues. He has worked variously at Foster + Partners, OMA, ZHA and Níall McLaughlin Architects. After establishing Hidrey Studio, his work spans a range of fields with specific in…
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Making physical world a better place with Jonathan Mizzi
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This week Nurgul speak with Jonathan Mizzi, founder of Mizzi Studio, award-winning architecture and design practice. He is currently rolling out nine sculptural kiosks in London’s Royal Parks and a new Serpentine Café, with a fantastical sweeping brass canopy, Serpentine Bridge. In this interview, Jonathan talks about his love for science fiction a…
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Pushing the boundaries in design with Aleksa Rizova
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In our first episode special to women's day as well, I speak with Aleksa Rizova, founder of the Aleksa Studio in London. We talk about Aleksa Studio’s bold and innovative designs and interaction of new media platforms and discuss the materials and fabrication through advanced techniques.
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