In this episode, we dive into an inspiring journey of transformation, creativity, and resilience. Fro

Meet Vimi, who QUIT being an architect to create a CAKE business,The Cake Palette. The reasons why she quit architecture may surprise you.

Vimi was born in Sweden, was raised in Tanzania, and now calls Leicestershire, UK, her home. Vimi’s life has been a fusion of cultures, adventure, and an unshakable love for music and dance.

She began her career as an architect, but her passion for creativity led her down an unexpected yet fulfilling path—cake design. What started as a personal creative outlet during the challenges of 2020 soon flourished into a thriving business, where she crafts exquisite artisan cakes to celebrate life’s special moments.

Join us today as we explore her journey from architecture to artistry, the challenges of reinvention, and the sweet success of following your passion! 🎂

Website: https://www.thecakepalette.co.uk

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecakepaletteuk

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecakepaletteuk

Welcome BACK to season 4!!! This is episode 2 of season 4.

In this episode, I talk to ⁠Emre Süner, an architectural designer from Turkey who is now based in the UK and is seeking employment.

Emre is a dynamic and innovative architectural designer with a decade of experience across arts, commercial, and design fields. Known for meticulous attention to detail and outside-the-box thinking, I bring a fresh perspective to every project. I transform abstract concepts into impactful signage, leaving a lasting impression across diverse communication channels. I Seek new challenges to showcase my unwavering commitment, creativity, and ability to drive remarkable visual outcomes.

Emre is currently looking for a new challenge in the UK a

In this episode, we discuss Emre's issues with nearly getting removed from University for non-payment and having to set up a GoFundMe to survive and pay his University fees. We talk about how a company in Qatar withheld 3 months of his salary and he had to leave the country. But we look at the positives and how Emre is a talented designer who has clients such as Justine Timberlake and Hermes and has worked on designs for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

You can connect with Emre at @Mr_Creative on Instagram and his work is also on Behance .

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Welcome BACK to season 4!!!

In this episode, I talk to Helen Maunders , a self-employed Architect based in London, UK who has been in business for over 13 years at her practice Grafeso.

Helen is passionate about creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional and has a deep understanding of the building regulations and the construction process. She is also a strong communicator and has a proven ability to work with clients to understand their needs and deliver projects that meet their expectations.

However, she is currently looking for a new challenge as she has had no new work for the last 6 months and has had to resort to sleeping on her sofa and give up her bedrooms to get lodges in to survive financially.

In this episode, we discuss the survival of an architect who is a single mother, has navigated serious health problems while finding out later in life that she has ADHD. This episode is an emotional rollercoaster for Helen and I thank her for her bravery.

This episode is brought to you by Hahn Plastics, makers of Hanit – the innovative material reshaping the future of construction and design. Manufactured from 100% recycled consumer plastic waste and with unmatched durability, Hanit is the sustainable solution for tomorrow's projects. Want to discover how Hanit can transform your designs while reducing environmental impact? Book a CPD presentation today and let’s shape a greener future together at info@hahnplastics.co.uk.

Visit hahnplastics.com to learn more.