Ep 17: Focus, Fun and New Ventures with George Bradley and Ewald Van Der Straeten from BVDS

Ep 17: Focus, Fun and New Ventures with George Bradley and Ewald Van Der Straeten from BVDS

Author: Ayo Abbas, Marketing Consultant March 12, 2021 Duration: 32:05

Welcome to the latest episode of Marketing In Times of Crisis.  I'm your host Ayo Abbas, marketing consultant who specialises and loves in all things built environment. Today is Thursday 18 February 2021 and we’re in lockdown part III. 

My guests today are George Bradley and Ewald Van Der Straeten from architecture firm BVDS. 

We had a great conversation which touched on:

  • Their new online architectural service The Two Architects which they launched during the pandemic to make architecture more accessible to more people.
  • Why you should focus on marketing that you enjoy and have fun doing that play to your strengths.
  • Their approach to social media and the importance of good photography and content. 

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Resources 

BVDS Architects

Abbas Marketing

The Two Architects

Another Architecture Podcast

Wowowa 

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Hosted by marketing consultant Ayo Abbas, The Built Environment Marketing Show carves out a necessary space for professionals in architecture and engineering. This isn't a general business podcast; it's a focused conversation on the specific strategies and tactics that resonate within the built environment. Ayo brings forward voices and perspectives that often go unheard in mainstream marketing discussions, ensuring the content is both relevant and refreshingly practical. Each episode is built on the premise that effective marketing for these creative, technical fields requires a specialized approach. You'll hear from experts who understand not just marketing theory, but what actually works when trying to reach clients, win projects, and build a reputation in these industries. The discussions move beyond abstract ideas to deliver actionable hints and tips you can apply directly to your practice. Tuning into this podcast means getting a candid look at the challenges and opportunities of promoting design and engineering services, all from a host and guests who have been in the trenches. It’s an independent resource dedicated to making marketing feel less like a foreign language and more like a powerful tool for growth.
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