Archello Podcast

In this episode Archello speaks with architect Benedetta Tagliabue, founder of Benedetta Tagliabue - EMBT Architects [https://archello.com/brand/benedetta-tagliabue-embt-architects].   From her studio in Barcelona, Tagliabue reflects on a career that bridges countries, disciplines, and decades—from formative years studying in Venice and working alongside Enric Miralles, to projects that merge memory, materiality, and a distinctly organic formal language.   Listen as she discusses her early influences, evolving practice, and three major projects that exemplify her studio's blend of innovation, tradition, and emotional resonance.

In this episode, Archello connects with Mexican architect Gabriela Carrillo, founder of Taller Gabriela Carrillo [https://archello.com/brand/taller-gabriela-carrillo] as well as Colectivo C733 [https://archello.com/brand/colectivo-c733]. Known for her deeply collaborative and socially engaged architecture, Carrillo has created impactful public projects across Mexico. She recently won the 2024 OBEL Award [https://obelaward.org/] for the ambitious "36 Projects in 36 Months" initiative, which redefines how architecture can serve communities quickly and effectively. Listen as Carrillo touches on her design philosophy, material strategies, teaching, and her most meaningful projects shaping public architecture in Mexico.

In this episode, Archello is in London with Helen Ensor, Director, and Robin Dhar, former Chairman, at Donald Insall Associates [https://archello.com/brand/donald-insall-associates]. For over 65 years, this practice has been at the forefront of architectural conservation in the UK, known for preserving historic buildings while thoughtfully integrating modern updates. The firm’s portfolio includes iconic projects like the restoration of Windsor Castle after the 1992 fire and the rejuvenation of historic estates across the country. Listen as the two describe their personal journeys, discuss some of the firm's standout conservation projects, as well as speak about the ways historic buildings can be rethought considering sustainability and material innovations.

In this episode, Archello is in Bilbao with Iñaki Garai, Director of Architecture at IDOM [https://archello.com/brand/idom], one of Spain’s most influential firms. IDOM has played a key role in Bilbao's recent evolution, from working as the local architect on the transformative Guggenheim Bilbao, to completing other iconic projects like the San Mamés Stadium.  Listen as Garai discusses his IDOM’s deep connection to Bilbao, and his thoughts on contextual design both in the Basque Country and globally.

Archello connects with John McAslan, Founder, and Colin Bennie, Director, at John McAslan + Partners [https://archello.com/brand/john-mcaslan-partners]. For over 30 years, this practice has been shaping the built environment on a global scale, with a reputation for blending heritage preservation with contemporary design. From revitalizing King's Cross Station in London to reimagining urban transit centers like the Belfast Transport Hub, the practice’s work emphasizes the balance between historical context and modern innovation. McAslan, originally from Scotland, honed his architectural vision under the mentorship of Richard Rogers before founding his own practice in London. And Bennie brings expertise in complex infrastructure projects. Listen as the two describe their personal journeys, and discuss how the firm’s transport hub projects respond to the cultural and social contexts of the cities they serve.