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CRITBAY is your alternative architecture news desk brought to you by Dr. Rebecca Jane McConnell and Cathal Crumley. Fresh news stories, new projects, hot debates, and the occasional rant. In 30–45 minutes, we break down what’s being built, why it’s happening, and what it says about the architecture industry. Visit CRITBAY today for 1-1 Feedback

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Bunkers, BIG and Falling Water

2026/04/10

This is episode 05 of the CRITBAY podcast. In this weeks episode we discuss the architectural merit of pop-up stadium design, The refurbishment and repair of Falling Water and the proposed ballroom extension / underground bunker at the White House. We end this weeks episode with a general chat architectural bunkers. Please subscribe to the podcast and remember you can book us both for crits at CRITBAY.

Pritzker, Skyscrapers and Pink Architecture

2026/03/27

Welcome to episode 4 of the CRITBAY podcast. A bi-weekly architecture news show where Cathal and Rebecca take you through the latest happenings in the world of Architecture and Design. This week we are discussing the postponement of the Pritzker Prize, the newly proposed AMEX tower by Foster and Partners in NYC and a beautiful but peculiar assortment of pink public seating in Milan

ASMR, Spiral Stairs and Flower Shaped Houses

2026/03/06

Welcome to episode 3 of the CRITBAY podcast. A bi-weekly architecture news show where Cathal and Rebecca take you through the latest happenings in the world of Architecture and Design. This week we are discussing a selection of projects ranging from one off houses to large scale commercial developments. As always, thank you for listening!

Infrastructure, Redundancy and Loft Conversions

2026/02/20

Welcome to episode 2 of the CRITBAY podcast. A bi-weekly architecture news show where Cathal and Rebecca take you through the latest happenings in the world of Architecture and Design. This week we are discussing the controversy around a proposal for a new £130 billion circular rail network, protests at BIG HQ London, a new airport for President Donald J. Trump and a quick look at a loft renovation project in central London.

Pokemon Cards, Cool Houses and Gold Medals

2026/02/06

This week, Cathal and Rebecca catch up on what’s been happening in architecture: a trading card store refurbishment in New York, five standout “Houses of the Week” from Dezeen, and the news that architect Niall McLaughlin has been awarded the RIBA Gold Medal. And if you want eyes on your own work, CRITBAY offers straightforward, practical critiques to help you level up your portfolio and projects — details in the show notes.