The Future of Our Cities Depends on This Conversation | Architect Augustus Richardson

In this episode of The Tuition Jrnl, I sit down with Architect Augustus Richardson, founder of Mobius Architecture, and Vice President of the Ghana Institute of Architects, to explore one of the biggest challenges facing our cities. We talk about the hidden cost of poor planning, why some cities become places people love while others become places people suffer, and what it will take to build communities that future generations will be proud of. From his journey through KNUST to leading one of Ghana’s most respected architecture firms, Richardson shares hard-earned lessons on architecture, AI, internships, running a design studio, and why architects have a responsibility that goes far beyond designing beautiful buildings. Whether you live in or visit Accra, Lagos, Nairobi, or any rapidly growing city, this conversation will change the way you look at the streets, buildings, and neighborhoods around you. The tuition is always paid, but we’re exploring whether we will learn before it’s too late to save our cities. Timestamps: 01:21 - Introduction 04:56 - Early Years & KNUST 06:45 - Key Influences 14:17 - The Use of AI in Architecture 16:35 - The Power of Internships: Filling in the Gaps School Leaves Behind 24:15 - Mobius Architecture 27:26 - The Real Story Behind the Architecture Practice 32:53 - Advice for an Architect Ready to Start Their Own Practice 35:44 - The Mindset Behind Each Project 39:58 - The Intentionality Behind the Cities We Admire 47:33 - Who’s Responsible For Change 04:56 - Designing With Integrity vs Just Giving A Client What They Think They Want 59:00 - The Impact of Architecture on the Environment 1:01:52 - The Architects Responsibility to the Community 1:07:58 - The Future of Cities 1:11:54 - Rapid Fire Questions 🎵 Music used in this video is from Bigshiv Productions. 📌Don’t forget to like, drop a comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews and conversations! 📍 Follow tuitionjrnl across all platforms 🎙️ Listen on spotify #podcast #augustusrichardson #ghana #architecture #tuitionjrnl #interview