The Studio Leaving Project

This week, we're talking all about architecture presentations. Presentations are a key part of the architecture education, and yet we aren't taught to give a good presentation. Many of us find the thought of presentation and public speaking a nightmare, but we are here to share with you our experiences, the good and the bad, and some tips and tricks that we have learnt throughout the years. Find out what was Sam's worst experience, when did Lam start note-taking, and Scarlet's lengthy experience in public speaking. Follow us @studioleavingpod

Happy New Year everyone! Like Batman, 2022 is the trilogy (final saga) to the Covid-19 saga, or let's hope it's the final trilogy and not a F&F franchise. And like Batman and Joker, everything goo must have its couterpart. So this week we're bringing you the second installment of Archi-pop, whether this is the good or evil episode, you decide ;) In this second episode, we continue our discussion with architecture in pop culture, mainly in games this week, and talk about the impact and design decisions that shape pop culture. From Control to cyberpunk, join us as we dicuss Archi-pop, architectural impact on pop culture. Any other shows/movies/pop culture that you would like us to discuss? Let us know in the comments below! Archi-pop part II: Architectural Impact in Pop Culture, available now ono Spotify, Anchor and now Stitcher! (we're finally on Sticher woohoo!) #studioleaving #studioleaving #archi #architecture #architecturestudent #architecturemovie #architecturelovers #popculture #popculturediscussion #batman #control #controlgame #cyberpunk #cybernautix

We are back with a new two-parter, Archi-pop! And this week we're talking about pop culture, specifically Architecture in pop culture! We know that architecture is everywhere, and it affects everything, from art to videos to games to movies. So in this episode, we're talking about all the architecture we notice in popular culture, like the set design, location selection, games settings and everything else in between. We might also have gotten waaaaaaay off topic a couple (read: multiple) times, such as our short clip here where we go off tangent again to talk about Harry Potter (Scarlet's favourite btw haha). What are some other architecture in pop culture that you noticed? What are some that you would like us to talk about? Let us know in the comments! Tune in next week to listen to Archi-pop part II, where we're going to go more in depth to discuss the impact of architecture in pop culture. What's more to talk about? Tune in next week to find out! Listen to Archi-pop part I: Architecture and Pop Culture, out now on Spotify. Follow us on @studioleavingpod Hosts: @samuelooi_ @lamyokepeng @scarletwanted

Networking? Oof.   That word sends terror into many people, us included. It has taken us years to build up confidence in networking, and we are here to share, however little, experience we have on networking. What to do and what to say? We tell all the tiny, embarrassing step we took. Hear how Sam found his job, how introverted Lam came out of her shell, and how Scarlet got her dream job, all through networking. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @studioleavingpod

Last week, we talked about our expectations going into architecture school, and continuing our "Entering Archi" 2-part series, this week we're talking about our experience applying and entering architecture school. What to look for when applying? What is the application process? And whether to go local or overseas? Join us as we take you along the application and our best advice to future students: be prepared ;) Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @studioleavingpod Show notes:  A visual guide to the architecture pathway: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1788927 Best place to look at portfolios: https://issuu.com/

We're back with Season 2! With ~ cwispy ~ sounds (yes, we do read the comments on our audio quality :| ) We're starting our new season with a 2-part series called "Entering Archi", talking everything about stepping foot into the architecture world. What were (or is) your expectation towards architecture? Growing up, we might have associated architecture as something being glamourous and awe-inspiring, but as we started our journey, is that still the case? Before starting architecture school, we were all young and naïve, and we had each gone into architecture for different reasons. Join us to find our how and why we got into architecture school, how a party changed Sam's life, how Lam nearly didn't do architecture, and how misogyny got Scarlet into architecture. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @studioleavingpod

Architecture education is like no other, and the pressure on students are no joke. Many of us have definitely felt burnout and stressed in the studio and have felt pressured to perform among our peers. Because of that our mental health has taken a hit and if left unchecked, it could lead to more severe mental health problems. This week for our final episode of season 1, we're taking a look and discussing on our own mental health in the studio, our challenges and our struggles, and how have we dealt with our own mental health. Disclaimer: This episode contains mental health discussions, listener's discretion is advised. If you need help and support, please reach out to someone or the contacts below: Befrienders KL 03-7627 2929 Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA) 03-2780 6803 Rekindle Centre for Systemic Therapy Malaysia 03-6201 7488 Women's Aid Organisation (WAO) 03-7956 3488 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @studioleavingpod

According to the 2017 Global Status Report from the World green Building Council, the construction industry accounts for 39% of all CO2 emissions. Green architecture and sustainable architecture is increasing in popularity as we become more aware of the global climate crisis, however what IS green architecture, especially in the tropical climate? This week, we're diving into something more architectural, as we talk about green architecture from the architecture perspective, is it really what it claims to be and what can we do on our parts. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @studioleavingpod For further reading: Global Status Report 2017, World green Building Council (https://www.worldgbc.org/news-media/global-status-report-2017) Green certifications in Malaysia and Singapore (https://www.constructionplusasia.com/my/green-design-certifications-in-malaysia-and-singapore/)

During architecture school, Sam, Lam and Scarlet have freelanced and worked side jobs, be it architecture related or not. There are many different jobs we can do as students as well as architects. Join us as we dig deeper into hustling in our 20s, what we wish we knew sooner and getting that sweet, sweet moolah. Listen as Lam tells us her vast experience in freelancing, Sam's experience as a photographer and Scarlet's emceeing experience. What was your experience freelancing? Let us know in the Q&A and join our poll on Spotify! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @studioleavingpod

There's always that student in class, whether they be the design geniuses or the always missing. This week, we talk about the interesting people we had in our studio and spill the beans on who we were, with some surprising self discovery along the way. From the tech genius, to the all rounder, there's one of everyone in every studio. So which one are you in your studio? Let us know in our polls on Spotify and our comments! @studioleavingpod

Sam, Lam and Scarlet graduated in 2019, and while finding for a job, they didn't know what to expect and what was about to hit them. Join us as they discuss how was their job finding process like, what hurdles they went through, and what to do to increase your chances. Listen on as we find why Sam and Lam are addicted to LinkedIn (not sponsored btw) and why Scarlet is not on the LinkedIn train. Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @studioleavingpod

All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, and so goes for architects as well.   Hobbies are important to everyone, they help to de-stress and enrich our lives. In this week's episode, we talk about our hobbies outside of architecture, why are they important to us and how our hobbies have helped us in our careers and our lives. Join us as we discover how Lam drove to 3 states in one night, what Sam did in Korea, and what made Scarlet more patient. Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @studioleavingpod

As the Covid-19 pandemic swept the world, everyone moved into their homes. In Malaysia, we went into lockdown during March 2020, and after 1 and a half years, we are still currently in lockdown and working from home. How has WFH been for us and how have we adapted to the change? Join us as we talk about what we've learned from WFH and as lockdown eases, would work ever be the same?  Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @studioleavingpod

How do architects date? Should we date within the same studio or other architects or not at all? Does age matter? Join us as we spill the tea of our own love lives as well as our friends in the studio.   Shoutout to our partners and friends for their support!  Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @studioleavingpod

Where do we go from here after graduation? In our second episode, we talk about what we did upon graduation and how we got there. What did we choose to do upon graduation, and did we feel pressured to go into a certain path? Did we feel lost after graduation, and how we overcome them?  Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @studioleavingpod

Welcome to our studio, and this is your Studio Leaving Project!   It's our first episode! Join us as we sit for the first time behind the mic and talk about who we are and why we're doing this. So what is The Studio Leaving Project? Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @studioleavingpod