Think Big - English for Architects with Tara Cull
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
#34 6 Tips for Using ChatGPT to Improve Your Language Skills as an English-Learning Architect & Designer
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're diving into AI and language learning in episode 34 of the Think Big Podcast. As an educator and a learner, I believe that ChatGPT and other AI c...
#33 8 Tips for Writing More Effective Emails as an Architect (when English is your second language)
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 33 of Think Big Podcast, I give my top 8 tips for writing more effective emails. The first thing many of my clients say to me is that they ...
#32 Prefabricated Vs Bespoke Housing, What Are The Benefits?
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 32 of Think Big Podcast, I summarise some of my biggest learnings about prefabricated housing and its impact on the architecture and design...
#31 Paris Mandates Green Roofs - Is it Time for Other Countries to Follow Suit?
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 31 of Think Big Podcast, I discuss the introduction of the new law in France to mandate green roofs on all new commercial buildings. It was...
#30 Housing Affordability and the Impact on the Architecture Profession
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 30 of Think Big Podcast, the first in season 2, I summarise some of my biggest learnings about housing affordability and its impact on the ...
#29 12 Things I’ve Learnt from Working As an English Language Coach for Built Design Professionals
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 29 of Think Big Podcast I summarise 12 of my biggest learnings after spending the last two years coaching Built Design Professionals.  ...
#28 Structural Engineer Mo Fazlie Shares His Experiences Collaborating with Architects and Designers
26 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 28 of Think Big Podcast I chat to Structural Engineer Mo Fazlie. In this episode I wanted to get to know more about his experience collabor...
#27 Alaa Sabae Wants Architects to think More About Emerging BIM Technologies & Building Sustainability
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 27 of Think Big Podcast I chat to Alaa Sabae who is an Egyptian PMP (Project Management Professional) and LEED (Leadership in Energy and En...
#26 International Architecture Student Lina Alhaj Discusses Her Big Dreams to Live and Work Abroad
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 26 of Think Big Podcast I chat to Lina Alhaj who is an architecture student at the University of Khartoum, Sudan. Lina has big dreams for h...
#25 Advanced Business English for Architects: The Language for Annual Reviews
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 25 of Think Big Podcast, I discuss the language we can use for annual reviews. During my time as a language coach for architects I've found...
#24 Benefits of Being Bilingual and Exploring Your Interests in Architecture with Sofia Kouni
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 24 of Think Big Podcast, I speak to Sofia Kouni - an Architectural Graduate from the University of Dundee. She is bilingual, with both Gree...
#23 Bringing Nature into Interior Design Projects: The 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 23 of Think Big Podcast, I'm talking about Biophilia and how designers can incorporate it into their designs. This conversation episode is ...
#22 Effective Business English Learning Strategies for Busy Creative Professionals
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 22 of Think Big Podcast, I chat with Kira Bragg about learning strategies for language learners. Kira works with ´techies’ to help advan...
#21 Why Understanding More about Procrastination Can Significantly Impact Your Language Learning & Life
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 21 of Think Big Podcast, I chat with fellow Neurolanguage coach Juliana Xavier Sá about Procrastination. This is not another 'How to overc...
# 20 3 Award Winning World Architecture Festival Projects
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 20 of Think Big Podcast, I share three award-winning projects from the World Architecture Festival using persuasive language examples from ...
#19 9 Effective Persuasive Language Techniques Architects Can Use to Convince an Audience
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 19 of Think Big Podcast, I share 9 ways for how we can use language to be more persuasive. The episode is full of vocabulary, express...
#18 The Power of Community to Learn, Grow and Create Change as an Emerging Architect with Sarah Lebner
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 18 of Think Big Podcast, I chat to Sarah Lebner about the power of community to learn, grow and create change as an emerging architect. Sar...
#17 How to Prepare for the Unexpected: Developing Your Flexibility As An English Second Language Speaker
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 17 of Think Big Podcast, I share my thoughts on developing your flexibility as an English second language speaker. This came about after I ...
#16 Developing Stronger Diplomatic and Polite Language & Negotiation skills in English with Simon Brown
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 16 of Think Big, I share a conversation I had with Simon Brown about English learners developing stronger diplomatic language skills. Simon...
#15 Marketing for Architects: Ideal Clients, Mindset & Maximising Your Global Reach with English
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 15 of Think Big, I share a conversation I had with Marina Sciarrino about all things marketing in architecture. Marina is a coach who helps...
#14 How to Sell Yourself and Make Your Cover Letter Stand out with Rohisha Maharjan
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 14 of Think Big, I share a short conversation I had with Rohisha Maharjan about how you can connect your past experiences to make your cove...
#13 Designing with Biodiversity in Mind with Emmaline Bowman from STEM Landscape Architecture
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 13 of Think Big, I share a conversation I had with Emmaline Bowman about designing with biodiversity in mind. Emmaline is the director &...
#12 How to Learn More about Plants and Vocabulary for Plants and Planting
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 12 of Think Big, I share some ways you can learn more about plants (without going back to school). I share some of the ways I learnt about ...
#11 Building Smart Zero-Net Carbon Cities: Paris Climate Action Plan and the Language of Cause & Effect
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 11 of Think Big, I'm taking you to the future to find out what is in store for the city of Paris in 2050. Today is an opportunity fo...
#10 Brazilian Architectural Designer's Australian Dream: Life, Work & Becoming a Registered Architect with Gabriela Fernandes
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 10 of Think Big, we move on from talking about presentation skills to talking to Brazilian architectural designer Gabriela Fernandes. We di...
#9 12 Helpful Tips for Giving More Engaging and Effective Presentations
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 9 of Think Big, I share some of the key things I have learnt about giving more engaging and effective presentations. I take ideas from my p...
#8 Why Great Communication is about Connection Not Perfection with Saneia Norton
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 8 of Think Big, I speak to Saneia Norton, landscape architect and host of Dig Beneath Design - a podcast where her along with her guests, s...
#7 How to Communicate Your Ideas Better Visually & Verbally with Steven Rubio from Show it Better
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 7 of Think Big, I speak to Steven Rubio, architect, visualiser and teacher creator of Show It Better. He loves architectural representation...
#6 Adopting an Efficiency First Approach to Sustainable Building Design with James Goodlet
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of Think Big, I speak to Australian building designer James Goodlet from Altereco in Melbourne, Australia. I'm currently working wi...
#5 How to Develop Your Intercultural Awareness to Communicate More Effectively Across Cultures
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I spoke to Vanessa Paisley who is an experienced Global Competence, relocation and repatriation trainer and coach. She supports peopl...
#4 3 Easy Ways You Can Learn Phrasal Verbs and Expressions More Efficiently
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this short episode, I wanted to briefly discuss how you can learn phrasal verbs and expressions more efficiently using some examples from my conver...
#3 How to Use Storytelling to Connect to Your Clients - Fiona Dunin, FMD Architects
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I spoke to Australian architect and interior designer Fiona Dunin from FMD Architects about her Melbourne-based practice. Fiona is an...
#2 Why it's Important to Know Your Values & How to Apply Creative, Critical Thinking
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing what you value is important as a designer but how can we connect to them? In Episode 2, I mentioned the book - Think Like an Architect b...
#1 How to Build Your English Confidence: for Architects and Built Design Professionals
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Think Big - I'm your host, Tara Cull, Neurolanguage coach®, English teacher, and landscape architect. And I'm bringing all these passions ...
Trailer: What is Think Big - English for Architects?
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Big thinkers, welcome to Think Big - English for Architects. I'm your host, Tara Cull - Neurolanguage® coach, ESL Teacher and Landscape Archite...