The Truth About Becoming An Architect - Lucy Carmichael

Lucy Carmichael, former Director of Practice at the RIBA and current Board Member for the University of the Built Environment, explains why the traditional, linear path into the industry is failing most students, and what the alternative looks like.From her upbringing with architect parents, to navigating the "heyday" of design policy at CABE, Lucy has spent her life 'falling in and out of love with architecture.' The thing that keeps her coming back is the huge potential for positive impact on society. We explore the "radical realism" of the London School of Architecture, the looming impact of AI on graduate roles, and why the most impactful architectural careers are often the ones that look the least traditional.00:00 Intro00:56 Route into architecture5:48 The reality check: first jobs in architecture8:10 Stepping out of practice9:38 The CABE movement14:17 Communication and storytelling in architecture18:41 Director of Practice at the RIBA27:10 The profession's lack of engagement with the RIBA33:08 The school that works differently (joining the LSA)35:25 "Radical Realism" - the LSA ethos47:04 AI and the future of the education and the profession55:18 Has her career turned out how she imagined?57:54 Career advice for the next generation