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Saul
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Bronxville, New York
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What is it like being an architect?
what path should i follow to make sure i become a great architect? Is there a good work life balance? what is it like to work with clients to make a good design for a building?
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Francis Genger
Architect
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Kaduna, Nigeria
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Francis’s Answer
Embarking on an architecture career demands a solid base in Science subjects like physics, chemistry, and geography, as well as Math and Art. As an architect, you'll be serving others and gaining jobs through referrals, thus necessitating strong people-management skills.
Remember, running an architectural practice is akin to running a business, so entrepreneurial skills are a must. An architect is essentially a multi-skilled professional with a mastery in design.
Architects play a crucial role in shaping human civilization. This is evident when you first encounter an advanced civilization and its architecture, like the pyramids of Giza in Egypt or the futuristic structures in Star Trek.
As an architect, you have the exciting opportunity to give your society and civilization a unique identity. However, it's crucial to have a genuine passion for architecture to overcome the inevitable challenges.
During your college years, you'll spend a considerable amount of time drawing and modeling buildings, studying history, and tackling advanced math. This can be overwhelming at times, so it's important to truly love what you do to prevent it from feeling like a burden.
Maintaining a work-life balance is essential. Be clear about the amount of time and effort you're willing to invest in your job, while also setting aside time for other important aspects of your life.
When a client requires your services, they'll typically provide a 'Brief'. This is a description of the type of building they desire, based on its intended function, such as medical, institutional, recreational, residential, or commercial.
Your task is to design a building that is not only efficient and purposeful but also comfortable, safe, environmentally sustainable, and visually appealing.
Achieving this will likely result in a satisfied client and potentially attract more clients who want you to design their buildings.
Apologies for the lengthy response.
I hope you find this information helpful.
Thank you.
Remember, running an architectural practice is akin to running a business, so entrepreneurial skills are a must. An architect is essentially a multi-skilled professional with a mastery in design.
Architects play a crucial role in shaping human civilization. This is evident when you first encounter an advanced civilization and its architecture, like the pyramids of Giza in Egypt or the futuristic structures in Star Trek.
As an architect, you have the exciting opportunity to give your society and civilization a unique identity. However, it's crucial to have a genuine passion for architecture to overcome the inevitable challenges.
During your college years, you'll spend a considerable amount of time drawing and modeling buildings, studying history, and tackling advanced math. This can be overwhelming at times, so it's important to truly love what you do to prevent it from feeling like a burden.
Maintaining a work-life balance is essential. Be clear about the amount of time and effort you're willing to invest in your job, while also setting aside time for other important aspects of your life.
When a client requires your services, they'll typically provide a 'Brief'. This is a description of the type of building they desire, based on its intended function, such as medical, institutional, recreational, residential, or commercial.
Your task is to design a building that is not only efficient and purposeful but also comfortable, safe, environmentally sustainable, and visually appealing.
Achieving this will likely result in a satisfied client and potentially attract more clients who want you to design their buildings.
Apologies for the lengthy response.
I hope you find this information helpful.
Thank you.
Lizbett Menjivar
Student Interior Designer
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Phoenix, Arizona
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Lizbett’s Answer
Hello! As a Senior focusing on Interior Design, I've seen the incredible dedication it takes to be an architecture student. Those studying architecture are truly driven, intelligent, and produce one-of-a-kind, imaginative works. Even as freshmen, they were hardworking and constantly drawing. Drawing is a fantastic means of self-expression, allowing for the creation of spaces and structures that are inclusive, eco-friendly, and accessible to all.