BFA MENTORING PROGRAMME

The BFA Mentoring Programme Started in 2023 and rAN TWO ROUNDS WITH OVER 30 PARTICIPANTS. We’ve Just CONCLUDED the 2025 programme, SIGN UP BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT the 2026 Programme.

 

London School of Architecture, 2024

The BFA Mentorship Programme

The BFA Mentorship Programme is led by Alice Farmer and Stephanie Adebayo. The programme started in 2023 and just concluded its second round. We are currently planning the programme for 2026.

We are collating expression of interest for new mentees ahead of the launch of the third cohort in 2026. If you think you’d like to take part in next year’s mentoring programme, please fill out the form via the links below.

expression of interest form

A little bit about the two incredible BFA Members who came up with the idea:

Alice Farmer

Alice is a registered architect currently working at dMFK Architects in London. She is a graduate from Newcastle University, Central Saint Martins and Westminster University.

At dMFK she has contributed to projects varying in both scale and scope, including the restoration and upgrade of two Grade II listed buildings on Piccadilly. Alongside her project work she is also Social Values Champion. She was shortlisted in the AJ100 Mentor of the Year Award for her work encouraging young people to pursue a career in the built environment.

Stephanie Adebayo

Stephanie is a Senior Development Manager who began her career at Foster and Partners after studying Interior Design Environment Architecture at Ravensbourne. She earned her Master’s in Architecture at Greenwich and gained experience in retail and residential architecture before joining a design-led residential developer.

Starting as a Design Coordinator, she advanced to Development Manager. She later completed her RIBA Part 3 at The Bartlett. Her diverse background in gives her a unique perspective, allowing her to lead design teams with both creative vision and technical expertise.

 
 

SECOND MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME LAUNCH Event- 17th october 2024

This event marked the launch of the second BFA mentorship programme at the London School of Architecture (LSA), with members, supporters, and the wider architectural network learning more about this exciting programme.