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Talking Place024 - Why Retrofit Is the UK’s Most Urgent Climate and Housing Challenge with Anna MooreRetrofit is often framed as a technical challenge — but what if it’s actually about people, pride and place?In this episode, Anna Moore, founder of Domna, joins Talking Place to unpack why upgrading the homes we already live in is essential for tackling fuel poverty, improving health, and creating stronger communities.From the realities of funding and policy to the role of AI and community engagement, this is a grounded, hopeful conversation about how retrofit can reshape the UK’s housing future — one home at a time.About Our GuestAnna Moore is...
2026-01-2141 min
Talking Place023 - The role of cultural districts in our cities with Gregorio ScarpellaWhat role does culture play in shaping our cities, and how can collaboration across borders help places thrive?In this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin talks place with Gregorio Scarpella, Director of the Global Cultural Districts Network (GCDN), a worldwide network connecting cultural districts at the intersection of culture and urbanism.Drawing on his international journey and his leadership of a global peer network, Gregorio shares how cultural districts can act as catalysts for more inclusive, resilient, and human-centred cities. From governance and stewardship to climate action, equity...
2026-01-081h 04
Talking Place022 - The Impact of A Good Home with Ruth SkidmoreHow do homes shape our health, happiness, and sense of belonging, and what does it take to design places where everyone can truly thrive?In this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin talks place with Ruth Skidmore, Social Impact Lead at Meeting Place, whose journey from architecture into social impact has shaped a people first approach to planning, development, and placemaking.Together, they explore why homes matter far beyond bricks and mortar, how community voices can meaningfully influence development, and why equitable, accessible, safe places are essential to a healthy and cohesive society.
2025-12-0959 min
Talking Place021 - Why real estate is broken and how to fix it with Ben CrossHow do we fix a broken real estate system built on short-term returns?In this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin ‘talks place’ with Ben Cross, Founder of MORE, a purpose-led real estate and development company rethinking how we value, retrofit, and regenerate buildings.Together, they explore why the current real estate model is “broken,” how ethics and care must be central to decision-making, and why true sustainability requires both financial viability and social responsibility.In this episode, you’ll learn:🟣 What it means to deliver purpose-led development in practice, and why impact ma...
2025-11-271h 09
Talking Place020 - Reimagining Public Practice with John StilesHow can Local Authorities create places people truly belong to, and what does public placeshaping look like in action?In this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin ‘talks place’ with John Stiles, Placemaking Manager at Brent Council, recorded live at the Brent Civic Centre in the heart of Wembley Park.An architect and town planner, John shares his journey from private practice to public sector placemaking, and why he believes the biggest impact in shaping better cities can happen inside local government.Together, they explore how councils are rethinking procurement, part...
2025-11-141h 14
Talking Place019 - Designing Cities That Last: Masterplanning The Future with Bob Allies (Part 1)What makes a city truly work, and how do we design places that endure the test of time?In this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin ‘talks place’ with Bob Allies, Partner at Allies and Morrison, whose work has shaped some of the UK’s most transformative urban projects - from King’s Cross and the Olympic Park to Brent Cross Town, Bath, and the London College of Fashion building at East Bank, recently shortlisted for the 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize.Together, they explore how masterplans evolve over decades, the importance of continuity and connection, and why...
2025-10-1641 min
Talking Place019 - Designing Cities That Last: Masterplanning The Future with Bob Allies (Part 2)What makes a city truly work, and how do we design places that endure the test of time?In this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin ‘talks place’ with Bob Allies, Partner at Allies and Morrison, whose work has shaped some of the UK’s most transformative urban projects - from King’s Cross and the Olympic Park to Brent Cross Town, Bath, and the London College of Fashion building at East Bank, recently shortlisted for the 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize.Together, they explore how masterplans evolve over decades, the importance of continuity and connection, and why...
2025-10-1634 min
Talking Place018 - Architecture That Travels: From Expos to Olympics with ES GlobalWhat if buildings didn’t just get demolished, but were moved, reused, and reborn?In this episode of Talking Place, Tanisha Raffiuddin ‘talks place’ with Olly Watts (Joint CEO) and Amy Casterton (Business Development Director) of ES Global, the company pioneering relocatable, modular architecture for some of the world’s biggest stages - from World Expos and Olympic Games to the ABBA Voyage arena in East London. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of delivering demountable structures for global events, and how reusable and relocatable architecture is reshaping...
2025-09-301h 12
Talking Place017 - Reimagining Earls Court: Culture, Creativity and Community with Tom BrantonWhat does it mean to reimagine a place as complex and stories as Earls Court?In this episode of Talking Place, Tanisha Raffiuddin speaks with Tom Branton, Development Director at the Earls Court Development Company, about the ambitious transformation of the former exhibition centre site and its surrounding neighbourhoods. Together, they unpack how culture, creativity, and community engagement are being woven into the masterplan to create a vibrant, inclusive new district for London.In this episode, you’ll learn:- How Earls Court aims to honour its past while building trust with future residents...
2025-09-1059 min
Talking Place016 - Designing people-friendly places with Hilary SatchwellWhat makes a place truly people-friendly?In this episode of Talking Place, Tanisha Raffiuddin speaks with Hilary Satchwell - Director at Tibbalds and the Mayor of London’s Town Architect for Angel Edmonton - about designing inclusive cities, embedding social value, and planning for the next 100 years. From safer streets for women and children to the power of storytelling in placemaking, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone passionate about urban design and the future of our cities.In this episode, you’ll learn:✔ Why designing for women and children benefits everyone✔ How soci...
2025-08-2854 min
Talking Place015 - Place Literacy - unlocking the value of a shared language to empower people and places with Devorah BlockIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin is joined by Devorah Block, founder of the Place Literacy Project, to explore why ‘place’ sits at the nexusof today’s polycrisis,and how a shared language could unlock collaboration across the built environment, policy and the general public.Together, they unpack what ‘place literacy’ means, teh need for agreed definitions, why conversations across the built environment sectors often fail owing to a lack of a shared language, and how promoting incredible work already being done could help us create more inclusive, resilient, and democratic places.From Devorah’s...
2025-08-211h 02
Talking Place014 - Culture as A Catalyst: The Role of Cultural Placemaking in Urban Development with George Kekatos from FuturecityIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin is joined by George Kekatos, Cultural Director at Futurecity, to explore the role of culture in shaping cities, from policy to placemaking.Together, they unpack how cultural strategy can transform the built environment, unlock value and creativity in urban development, and build bridges between artists and developers.From George’s roots in Athens to his work in London and beyond, this conversation is a powerful reminder that culture isn’t just an add-on - it’s foundational to meaningful place creation.🎨 Discover:Why “culture isn...
2025-07-311h 15
Talking Place013 - From Constraints to Creativity - the Joy of Delivering Retrofit with Orbit ArchitectsIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin sits down with Philip Atkinson and Llinos Hughes from Orbit Architects to explore the real-world impact (and joy!) of transforming existing buildings.Together, they explore how creative design thrives not despite, but because of, constraints, and why retrofit is a necessity for shaping the future of our cities.Philip and Llinos share Orbit’s nearly exclusive focus on transforming existing buildings - working across hospitality, workplace, student accommodation, and residential sectors. With over 20 years in practice, they reflect on how adapting and reimagining old structures leads to...
2025-07-2239 min
Talking Place012 - Festival of Place 2025: Radical Hope and Practical ImaginationIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin heads to the Festival of Place 2025, live from Boxpark Wembley, to uncover the bold ideas, honest reflections, and emerging practices shaping the future of placemaking.Framed around themes of equity, wellbeing, and intergenerational living, this special episode explores what happens when we move beyond performative placemaking and start designing with purpose, people, and justice at the core.From reimagining housing for older people to building feminist cities, and from measuring wellbeing with flourishing indices to unlocking community-driven sustainability, this episode is packed with provocation, possibility, and...
2025-07-1135 min
Talking Place011 - Co-Design in Action — from Town Centres to Industrial MasterplansIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin is joined by not one, but two incredible guests, Rumi Bose, urban designer and place shaping consultant , and Palak Jhunjhunwala, architect and co-founder of Beyond Design. Together they unpack what it means to move beyond “tick-box consultation” and deliver authentic, meaningful co-design.From transforming Peveril Gardens in southeast London to a community hub, to creating a sustainable action plan for the Neasden Town Centre in northwest London, to developing a culturally rooted masterplan for a tyre manufacturing plant in India, Tanisha, Rumi, and Palak explore what it takes to b...
2025-07-031h 12
Talking Place010 - Creating Health Equity in the Built Environment - with Clare DelmarIn this episode of Talking Place, Clare —urban health campaigner, housing expert, and founder of Listen 2 Locals—joins host Tanisha Raffiuddin to explore the powerful connection between public health and the places we design, live in, and spend our everyday lives. Clare shares how her work in housing, architecture, and healthcare led her to campaign for more equitable and health-creating urban environments. Drawing on her collaborations with the Institute of Health Equity and insights from Sir Michael Marmot’s groundbreaking research on the principles to deliver ‘Marmot Places’, Clare unpacks the structural inequalities baked into the built environment—and how we can b...
2025-06-191h 07
Talking Place009 - What we learnt from SXSW London about the future of place — Special EpisodeIn this special solo episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin, Creative Director of Concept Culture, shares her reflections from the inaugural SXSW London 2025—a bold and buzzing fusion of tech, culture, design, and storytelling.As a festival known for its intersectional approach, SXSW’s arrival in London was more than a cultural moment—it was a lens into what the future of place might look like when the creative economy meets public space, policy, and innovation.Through keynotes by global icons like Jane Goodall, Idris Elba, Sam Ryder, Björn Ulvaeus, and Wyclef Jean, Tanisha...
2025-06-1222 min
Talking Place008 - ‘REiiFlections’ from UKREiiF - Special EpisodeIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin heads to UKREiiF 2025 in Leeds to hear directly from the voices shaping the future of our built environment.Framed around one powerful question—“What does the place of the future look like?”—this special edition of ‘REiiFlections’ gathers insights from across the public, private, cultural, and development sectors.From democratic housing models and funding reform, to culture-led regeneration and shifting power to local communities, this episode captures the energy and urgency behind the ideas that could transform the way we live, build, and belong.The result is a...
2025-06-0632 min
Talking Place007 - Celebrating 20 years of the London Festival of Architecture - with Rosa RoginaIn this episode of Talking Place, Rosa Rogina, Director of the London Festival of Architecture (LFA), joins host Tanisha Raffiuddin to explore the evolving role of city wide architecture festivals in shaping inclusive, responsive, and people-centered cities.Rosa shares her journey from architecture student in Croatia to curating one of the world’s largest citywide architecture festivals in London. With a background in research, teaching, and curation, Rosa discusses how architecture is more than just buildings—it’s about activating the public realm, celebrating difference, and listening to the diverse voices that make a city thrive.Di...
2025-05-2743 min
Talking Place006 Wandsworth's journey as London Borough of Culture 2025 - with Cllr Kemi AkinolaIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin sits down with Cllr. Kemi Akinola, the Deputy Leader of Wandsworth Council, to explore how culture, placemaking, and community-led leadership are shaping the future of one of London’s most dynamic boroughs.From tackling food insecurity to investing in youth, the Deputy Leader shares her unique journey from grassroots activism to political leadership, offering insight into how local government can serve as a catalyst for genuine community transformation. As Wandsworth begins its tenure as London Borough of Culture 2025, Cllr Akinola reflects on how cultural investment can foster inclusion, cr...
2025-05-081h 05
Talking Place005 The business case for people-first placemaking - with Frances HeeneyIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin sits down with Frances Heeney, Director of Product Development at Principal Asset Management, to explore how finance, sustainability, and placemaking intersect to shape the future of our communities.With a global career spanning EMEA, the Americas, and APAC, Frances brings a wealth of experience in business development, client relations, and real estate assets. She shares her journey through the world of asset management and capital raising, offering perspective on how places can be treated not just as physical spaces, but as long-term investments in collective wellbeing....
2025-04-2358 min
Talking Place004 Building Inclusion in places - with Marsha RamroopIn this episode of Talking Place, host Tanisha Raffiuddin sits down with Marsha Ramroop, an inclusion strategist and author of the groundbreaking book ‘Building Inclusion’, to explore the critical intersections of place, diversity, and the human experience.Marsha shares her remarkable journey from a 30-year career in broadcasting to becoming a leading voice in equity, diversity, and inclusion within the built environment. With infectious passion and clarity, she unpacks complex concepts like diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural intelligence, breaking down how we can create truly inclusive spaces and societies.Discover how meaningful change happens when we l...
2025-04-011h 01
Talking Place003 Why we need more placemakers in politics - with Jay MortonIn this episode of Talking Place, Jay Morton, director of Bell Phillips Architects, sits down with our host Tanisha Raffiuddin to explore the intersection of architecture, community, and social change.Jay shares her journey from Part II architect to Director over 12 years at Bell Philips, a practice known for its moral compass and resident-led design. Discover how meaningful engagement happens when architects abandon jargon and truly listen to communities, as demonstrated in their award-winning Marklake Court project.From the tranquility of Hampstead Heath to the vibrant history of Deptford High Street, Jay reflects on London's...
2025-03-1136 min
Talking Place002 The role of the community in creating sustainable and inclusive places - with Max FarrellIn this episode, Max Farrell, founder of the LDN Collective, sits down with our host Tanisha Raffiuddin to dive into the powerful role communities play in shaping sustainable, resilient, and inclusive urban spaces. Max explains why understanding the needs, dreams, and challenges of local residents is crucial for successful urban design. He highlights why it is important to bring them into the conversation early on right from the briefing stage, and include them as a part of the design team along the way as part of a bottom-up approach to urban planning and development. He al...
2025-02-2056 min
Talking Place001 How to create a successful place brand - with Dr. Giannina WarrenPlace branding expert Dr. Giannina Warren joins our host Tanisha Raffiuddin in a conversation about the importance of place branding in placemaking and development, how place branding can be leveraged to change people’s perception of a place, and its role as a strategic tool to unlock the true potential of places.As the creator of the world’s first MA in place branding at Middlesex University London, Giannina is a pioneer in the field. Now based in Ho Chi Minh City, she continues to make an impact as Senior Program Manager in the School of Communication & Desi...
2025-02-0757 min
AnylabTalksCommunicating Sustainability with Tanisha RaffiuddinIn this captivating episode, join host Nurgul Yardim in a thought-provoking conversation with the brilliant Tanisha Rafidin, the Creative Director of Concept Culture; a creative agency for Built Environment practices and organisations. Together, they explore the fascinating intersection of communication, architecture and sustainability, shedding light on innovative ideas and approaches that have the power to reshape our world.
Tanisha shares her journey and insights, delving into her commitment to safeguarding the environment is evident as she emphasises the power of storytelling in addressing the pressing global challenges we face today. The episode also touches o...
2023-09-2910 min
Collectively SpeakingCollectively Speaking Episode 4 - Tanisha RaffiuddinIn the fourth episode of our podcast series Collectively Speaking, we hear from Tanisha Raffiuddin founder of Concept Culture, a specialist branding & communications agency for the built environment. Tanisha’s work sits at the intersection of architecture, sustainability, and communications drawing from over 15 years of experience in architectural practice and sustainability communications. Clients include leading placemaking, architecture and sustainability consultancies as well as not-for-profit organisations.Find out more about the LDN Collective at https://ldn-collective.com/
2023-08-0123 min
Business of Architecture UK Podcast190: The Importance of Creating a Brand with Tanisha RaffiuddinToday I have the pleasure of speaking with Tanisha Raffiuddin, the Founder and Creative Director of Concept Culture, a specialist branding and marketing agency for the built environment sector. Tanisha helps built environment organizations strategically grow their brand and business by tapping into the power of storytelling. As a trained architect, Tanisha has over 15 years of combined experience in architectural practice, at AJ100 firms, as a contributor at The Architects' Journal, and as a communications consultant to sustainability organizations, including the Passivhaus Trust, Good Homes Alliance, and the Sustainable Development Foundation. She also assisted with the publication...
2023-01-2057 min
The Built Environment Marketing Show: marketing strategies and tactics for architects and engineersEp 43: End of the year marketing roundup and look to '23Hello and welcome to The Built Environment Marketing Show roundup hosted by marketing consultant Ayo Abbas from Abbas Marketing. In this episode, I share:the marketing trends I think we should be paying attention to in '23 share some of the best clips and advice from my interviews in 2022talk about what's next for this show in 23.the funniest blooper from all the interviews this yearThe Built Environment Marketing Show is a podcast for architects, engineers, marketers and anyone interested in all things built environment and marketing related. Ways you can sup...
2022-12-1926 min
The Built Environment Marketing Show: marketing strategies and tactics for architects and engineersEp 32: Marketing Models: Collectives with Tanisha Raffiuddin and Luke NeveCollaboration is a hot topic across the built environment as people realise that we can do so much more together so today’s episode delves into collectives and how they can help to supercharge your marketing.My guests are Tanisha Raffiuddin from the LDN Collective and Luke Neve from Comms Crits who talk about their work as comms specialists who work as part of collectives. Timestamps00:00:00: Introduction 00:01:38: Tanisha's and Luke's collectives 00:04:02: Luke's three steps 00:07:49: Tanisha's MO 00:10:37: Clients' benefits from employing a collective 00:13:31: Downsides to...
2022-04-0837 min
Architecture Talk:TankArch Talk: Tank #27: The importance of communications in Architecture.In this episode 27 of Architecture Talk: Tank, host, Sara Kolata speaks with Tanisha Raffiuddin. Her work sits at the intersection of architecture, sustainability, and communications. Through the power of storytelling and design, she helps clients grow their brand and engage with their audience.
2021-11-2940 min
Architecture SocialTanisha Raffiuddin - Concept CultureTanisha helps built environment organisations strategically grow their brand and business by tapping into the power of storytelling. Join us for an open conversation about alternative careers in Architecture, the importance of online marketing as well as discussing the tools, tips and tricks of the trade within communications.A trained architect, Tanisha has over a decade of combined experience in architectural practice, at AJ100 firms, as a contributor at The Architects’ Journal, and a communications consultant to sustainability organisations, including the Passivhaus Trust, Good Homes Alliance, and the Sustainable Development Foundation. She also assisted with the...
2021-11-0757 minArchitecture SocialTanisha Raffiuddin - Concept CultureTanisha helps built environment organisations strategically grow their brand and business by tapping into the power of storytelling. Join us for an open conversation about alternative careers in Architecture, the importance of online marketing as well as discussing the tools, tips and tricks of the trade within communications.A trained architect, Tanisha has over a decade of combined experience in architectural practice, at AJ100 firms, as a contributor at The Architects’ Journal, and a communications consultant to sustainability organisations, including the Passivhaus Trust, Good Homes Alliance, and the Sustainable Development Foundation. She also assisted with the...
2021-11-0757 minBusiness of Architecture UK Podcast080: Falling out of Love with Architecture (& back again!) with Tanisha RaffiuddinA career in architecture doesn't just mean being an architect designing buildings. The industry is wonderfully rich with many different opportunities available in related sectors and disciplines. This week I speak with Tanisha Raffiuddin about her fascinating career path from architecture student to looking for work during the recession to becoming a communications consultant then re-entering traditional world of architecture as an architectural designer to now being the creative director of Concept Culture - a creative agency that helps built environment organisations strategically grow their brand and business. Tanisha has over a decade of combined...
2020-03-011h 04