In this engaging conversation, Rada Daleva, project lead at Studio Tim Fu, shares her journey through architecture and the integration of AI in design. She discusses her proudest moments, the importance of mentorship, and offers valuable advice for aspiring architects. Rada also highlights the unique culture at Studio Tim Fu, the future of AI in architecture, and showcases a significant project—the Lake Bled Villas. The discussion emphasizes the balance between AI and human creativity, the need for innovative education in architecture, and concludes with a rapid-fire round of insights.

• Rada’s journey began with a bachelor’s in architecture at Oxford.
  
  
  
  


• She emphasizes the importance of mentorship in her career.
  
  
  
  


• AI integration in architecture is crucial for innovation.
  
  
  
  


• Curiosity and exploration are key for aspiring architects.
  
  
  
  


• Midjourney is a recommended tool for experimentation.
  
  
  
  


• Studio Tim Fu promotes a healthy work-life balance.
  
  
  
  


• AI allows for quicker design outcomes compared to traditional methods.
  
  
  
  


• Open knowledge sharing is vital in the architecture industry.
  
  
  
  


• The Lake Bled project received high praise from local authorities.
  
  
  
  

00:00 Journey into Architecture and AI

02:26 Proud Moments and Mentorship

04:15 Advice for Aspiring Architects

05:45 Exploring Studio Tim Fu’s Culture

06:47 Daily Life as a Project Lead

08:56 The Future of AI in Architecture

12:28 Case Study: Lake Bled Project

17:40 Balancing AI and Human Creativity

19:41 Intuition in Design Decisions

24:17 Teaching Architecture and AI

26:55 Rapid Fire Round