SW Oregon Architect

JANUARY 23, 2022

This past Thursday evening, representatives from three AIA Oregon firms presented projects currently in design for scrutiny by University of Oregon architecture students in the 2022 Reverse Crit. Real clients and genuine issues are in play in all projects architects undertake, so exposure to that aspect of design can be revealing.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Home to McGill University, one of the most prestigious architecture schools in the country, the city constantly produces new pieces of architecture that do not fit under any specific trend or movement but rather steadily push the boundaries of contemporary architecture. How are these architecture firms ranked?

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Most of us went to architecture school to design buildings, not to become salespeople. But when architects position themselves as experts, they transform the entire client relationship dynamic. The Qualifying Conversation: Finding the Right Clients This is where architects determine client fit.

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Architizer

APRIL 7, 2022

Nowadays, the city remains home to preeminent architectural schools such as UCL’s Bartlett School of Architecture. So it’s no wonder that the city is home to a bevy of heavyweight firms and up-and-coming studios whose names are known locally and abroad. How are these architecture firms ranked?

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Architizer

APRIL 21, 2023

With so many architecture firms to choose from, it’s challenging for clients to identify the industry leaders that will be an ideal fit for their project needs. Fortunately, Architizer is able to provide guidance on the top design firms in Hong Kong based on more than a decade of data and industry knowledge.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 9, 2014

One of the items in that post was the list “ Top 5 Reasons to work in a Small Architectural Firm ” which is somewhat biased because I didn’t really represent the benefits to working in a large architectural firm. Democratic Work Ethics Some firms, mine included will tend to have an open space office.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

One of the most common themes of these emails is that architecture school is nothing like working in the real world. My parents thought I should go into a different major, but I really wanted to be an architect, so I went to architecture school. I was still in architecture school as everyone else graduated.

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Deezen

JUNE 29, 2022

Architecture firms should adopt more collaborative leadership styles to address labour grievances in the industry, says co-CEO of the world's biggest architecture studio Andy Cohen, in this exclusive interview. "I Above: Andy Cohen is co-CEO of Gensler. Top: He is based at Gensler's office in downtown LA.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

So I thought I would put together an architectural job “starter kit” of all the things you should be paying attention to if you’re planning on getting a job at an architectural office. My experience demands that I champion the advantages of working in a small firm, it’s what I know and love.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 18, 2017

Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. They establish the discipline required for financial success and the freedom to develop a portfolio of highly developed architecture. Every firm, with any experience, has many of these processes already in place. Listen carefully. Estimate often.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 19, 2014

A while back I wrote a post titled “ Architectural Interns ” where I stated: Other than slowing things down, interns aren’t very useful in small firms because we run fast and lean. You might recognize Michael as the namesake principal of the firm where Bob and I now work. Arch at UT Austin.

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Portland Architecture

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Educated and beginning his career in Montana, Doug Minarik first came to Portland in 2008, where he spent three years at SRG Partnership and then two years at Works Progress Architecture, before founding his own firm in 2013. . PORTLAND ARCHITECTURE: When did you first become interested in architecture as a possible career?

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Architizer

MARCH 20, 2023

Evelyn Lee is the Head of Workplace Strategy and Innovation at Slack Technologies, founder of Practice of Architecture , and co-host of the podcast, Practice Disrupted. She takes inspiration from her experience in tech and outside of the profession to reimagine practice operations for firms.

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Architizer

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Erin Pellegrino and Jake Rudin are the co-founders of Out of Architecture , a career consulting firm helping architects and designers find creatively fulfilling roles beyond the bounds of traditional architectural practice. She is on a mission to make architecture websites sound more human, less robot. It sounds grim.

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Architizer

AUGUST 7, 2024

These models were not only essential design aids but also powerful communication tools, enabling architects and clients to visualize and interact with proposed spaces. Clients often find physical models more engaging than renderings and drawings, as they can touch, examine and better understand the design.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

We have a lot of photographers that are friends of the firm and we found one who was willing and able to accommodate the size of our model. I want to go to architecture school but I don’t really enjoy making models–the process is quite frustrating for me… should all aspiring architects be passionate about model making?

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 7, 2011

I just need to tack up my shingle, design great buildings and clients will come knocking. Maybe… but whether clients come knocking or not, its not so simple to keep them knocking. As our firm grows and evolves, priorities change, markets shift, economies collapse. No one told me that I needed to know how to run a business.

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Deezen

APRIL 9, 2024

The gender pay gap at Foster + Partners is the widest it has been since the data was first compiled six years ago despite an overall improvement at the UK 's largest architecture firms year-on-year, official figures show. The Royal Institute of British Architects reported a 9.3 per cent gap following a marked narrowing from 15.1

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

When I first graduated from architecture school – and for the next few jobs afterwards – I truly felt that all I needed to get a terrific job was a diploma from an awesome college ( check ) and a kick-ass portfolio ( double check ) and I could get a job anywhere I wanted.

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Young Architect

MAY 14, 2022

Invoicing clients, . Managing their clients and employees. Studying design from at one of the many great architecture programs is, in my (admittedly, biased) opinion, one of the greatest educations a person could get as well as an amazing industry to work in. Architecture School. Working on construction drawings.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 29, 2022

After forming Factory Fifteen, architecture remained a central focus in the visuals and animations produced for clients including Formula 1, Samsung, Film 4 and The British Film Institute. He founded his firm, Anthony Hunt Associates, in 1962, with early projects including Neave Brown's Alexandra Road Housing Estate.

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SW Oregon Architect

JULY 25, 2021

I say timely because the book serves to remind us of the messy context within which we create architecture today. Architects, hide it from your clients and your students—it is an unusual and explosive mixture that produces difficult questions like spores. Our world is far from perfect, and we cannot allow architects to forget that.

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Young Architect

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Here’s an overview of the products featured this year/ Act quickly to take advantage of these time sensitive deals… Fundamentals of Starting An Architecture Firm – New Course The ARE Boot Camp The Young Academy The ARE Webinar The New Young Architect Academy Bookstore PPI2Pass Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

It isn’t unreasonable to think an intern would be far more knowledgeable than the licensed architect, sitting just a few feet over, in some of the various methods and technologies that architectural firms employ. ” If you ask most recent architecture school graduates “just how different is the real world from college?”

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

New this season, firms can gain recognition for their entire portfolio of work thanks to the addition of the new Best Firm categories celebrating practices of all sizes, geographies and specializations. Wandile arrived at Andrews University, Michigan, a precocious architecture student with charismatic leadership qualities.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 27, 2014

Home / Memories from Studio / Memories from Studio People who didn’t attend architectural school don’t understand juries. I personally looked at it as character building and preparing us for that bad client. I also witnessed a couple of bad clients, too. Building with Structural. oh well, it was drafted well.

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A4 Architects

APRIL 30, 2024

In Honor of Our 20 Year Anniversary I graduated from Architectural School in 1990 and received my professional license to practice architecture by passing all eight exams by 1993, which was the earliest I was allowed to sit for the exams following a three-year required internship period.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 31, 2021

As an attendee of architecture school in Canada and the Glenn Murcutt Masters Class in Australia, and a designer who has worked in Thailand, China, Japan, Germany, and the US, I’ve strived to create meaningful architectural work and improve communities worldwide. Tips on how to get global . By Lucas Gray.

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e-architect

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Emanuel School Science Facility, Battersea Rise – Building Information. Type of project: Independent school campus. Client: Emanuel School. Design Engine are a multi-award-winning architecture practice founded in 2000 with studios in Winchester, London and Exeter. London Architecture News.

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Archmark

APRIL 6, 2023

Taking the Guesswork Out of Social Media for Architects What social media platforms to choose for your architecture firm and how to use them A strong social media presence is essential for any business in today’s digital world - and the architecture industry is no exception.  Is social media even appropriate for architects?

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

For me personally, juggling architecture school and getting through the Architect Registration Exam, while making a living has been my biggest hurdle in becoming an architect. During college I worked for a firm for only 6 months, before I threw up my hands and quit. Your Interns Could Be Your Future Clients.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

For me personally, juggling architecture school and getting through the Architect Registration Exam, while making a living has been my biggest hurdle in becoming an architect. During college I worked for a firm for only 6 months, before I threw up my hands and quit. Your Interns Could Be Your Future Clients.

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Life of an Architect

AUGUST 27, 2014

It reads: The complimentary advice provided on ‘Life of an Architect’ is based on an abbreviated examination of the minimal facts given, not the typical extensive (and sometimes exhaustive) analysis I conduct when working with my clients. I am 25, however, and this would keep me in school for significantly longer.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

1 – Starting at the academic level, the architecture schools’ curriculum of the 21st century need to include collaboration with contractors, developers and business owners. 2 – After graduation, the newly minted architectural intern should enter a dedicated network of architecture firms. LEED AP BD+C.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 20, 2013

Home / Graphics / Graphic Standards Graphic Standards Bob Borson — October 21, 2013 — 99 Comments How an architect draws is a reflection of many things – you can frequently tell the priorities of a firm just by looking at the quality of their drawings. But that’s not really the entire story is it? I like them.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

When I decided to select “My First Project” as a topic for this month’s ArchiTalks topic, I knew instantly which project I would choose to focus on – not because it’s so good, but because I had all sorts of attachments that I could refer to (which is an important consideration when writing an architectural blog).

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EntreArchitect

MARCH 24, 2013

For the past twelve weeks, we’ve explored every element required for a successful architecture firm. I’ve been continuously improving my firm’s project management system since we launched in 1999. Systems are the sound structure of a successful architectural firm. Listen carefully. Estimate often.

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