Having been interviewed numerous times and interviewing professionals, there are no exact guidelines for firms when they are reviewing portfolios. Firms all have varying focuses when viewing a potential employee, for instance, graphic standards, project types, creativity, etc. We are beginning to see the market open up, and summer internships are coming, so here are …
Maybe you are in the final semester of your degree and getting ready to step into the workforce – it’s common to find yourself confused and lost as you may not know what paths are available. I am the only one to pursue architecture in my family, so I didn’t know what direction I should …
In previous articles, we mentioned how internships are integral to your knowledge of the architecture industry, but finding and applying to them can be an intimidating process! Not only is there a lot of work to apply, but you also have to attempt to stand out amongst your peers. Here are our tips for standing …
Welcome back! In a previous blog post, we discussed alternative careers that architects can pursue and architects’ ability to adapt to numerous other creative careers. We had the pleasure of interviewing Eastina Zhang, who shed light on her career from architecture to a product designer at Appetiser Apps. Please keep in mind that there are …
Let’s begin by defining a concept; It is “an abstract or generic idea generalized from particular instances.” Whether it’s related to architecture or not, any creative individual knows the challenge of finding a good concept! I’ve been in countless situations where I’d end up banging my head until a possible concussion to discover a good …
Even if you are trying to flex the creative mind, it doesn’t hurt winning a competition, am I right? Don’t know why or where to start design competitions? We wrote an older article on why, “Young Architect Guide: 5 Reasons to Enter Design Competitions.” But where to find a design competition? Several websites contain competitions …
Everyone has their own workflow when tackling a new project, so we can’t give you a step-by-step process, but we can help! Typically, a normal project workflow involves pre-production, 3D modeling, rendering, and post-production with different durations. We’ll break down these steps further below. It’s important to know that a project or concept will not …
You’ve probably heard or seen “BIM,” but what exactly does it mean? BIM or Building Information Modeling is an intelligent 3D modeling process where geometries are enriched with information and controlled parametrically. It provides professionals in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry the insight and tools to plan, design, construct, and manage projects. Let’s not …
Do you ever get excited when a designer or architect is mentioned in a tv show or film? How about when the background design is so spectacular that it adds to the overall experience? I know I do. Whether it’s a tv show with an architect like Ted Mosby in How I Met Your Mother …
With the ongoing pandemic, the switch from in-person to online networking is unusual and unfamiliar for many! Let alone those who never professionally networked before. However, what is networking? Networking is the process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts. A network can be built from our immediate circle …
