From cubbies in the bush to projects in Melbourne, London, and New York, Martin’s career has spanned continents, practices, and passions. Now an Associate at FXCollaborative, he reflects on what drives him as an architect and his advocacy for diversity through Build Out Alliance.
00:00 Intro
02:51 Designing for the end user’s needs and enjoyment
05:38 DIY projects family building and formal training
08:09 London office planting the seed for international work
11:49 Getting licensed from the UK to New York
16:19 Balancing the technical and creative sides of architecture
18:49 Taking projects from concept through to completion
21:32 Working in London compared with New York contracts
24:10 Investing time in relearning codes and licensing
26:43 Build Out Alliance advocacy and LGBTQ+ support
29:33 Splitting time between comfort and work quality
32:21 Building awareness and inclusivity in the creative industry
36:18 Gaining opportunities and confidence through Build Out Alliance
39:14 Navigating straight environments and the energy of code switching
42:40 Designing with inclusivity and community in mind4
5:11 Making the move to New York and the mainland
48:02 Supporting queer communities through architecture and advocacy
