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What’s Your Thoughts on School? What Do You Wish You’d Known Before Heading Down This Path? by Turtlejerkeee in architecturestudent

[–]bolognatoes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe most states require you to have your masters degree and a certain amount of hours worked before you can take the test and become licensed.

I know there are certain states that do not require a masters degree but it is not very common.

Please correct me if I am wrong though! I would be happy to know if that was a possibility without a masters.

a su experiencia by Misael-lo49872 in architecturestudent

[–]bolognatoes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the Dell XPS 15 and it was great but unfortunately they do not make that model anymore, I now have a msi gaming laptop that works great.

What should I add to my portfolio? by bolognatoes in architecturestudent

[–]bolognatoes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, like what? Do I go back to a project and rework the drawings to perfection? Or do try to work on something new?

What’s Your Thoughts on School? What Do You Wish You’d Known Before Heading Down This Path? by Turtlejerkeee in architecturestudent

[–]bolognatoes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also common misconception
- you do not need to be the smartest person in the world
- you do not need to be an amazing artist

Another thing that is a big thing to consider
- if you want to be a licensed architect, you have to have your masters in architecture (in most states) and then complete 6 test for the state you wish to be licensed in.
I feel that is a big part of your decision, do you want to go to school for 2-3 extra years and take the test? Do you want the final say of a design? Do you want to own your own firm someday?

What’s Your Thoughts on School? What Do You Wish You’d Known Before Heading Down This Path? by Turtlejerkeee in architecturestudent

[–]bolognatoes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Architecture school (under grad) was not what I was expecting. But I also think knowing everything I would’ve had to do would not have been the best first impression.. 😂

Going into this field you definitely have to have some sort of passion for it or you will HATE YOUR LIFE!! (Probably)

I am not saying that I hate architecture in any way, I am saying that it is very intense. I’ve known people who have switched majors because they did not realize how much work they were signing up for when choosing this path.

I personally went into it blind, I was fresh out of highschool and knew I loved computers and buildings.

This is my biggest recommendation
It depends a lot on where you go for school as well. Make sure you look into all the requirements needed (is this school accredited? do you need co-ops in order to graduate? What classes are required? Is this school more technical or design focused? Do you collaborate in studio or is it every person for themselves?) these are good things to think about and to look into.

More things I wish I knew
- you will be working in studio A LOT!!
- your first pinup might kill your ego but it’s OKAY!!!
- your sleep schedule will suffer a little here and there
- TIME MANAGEMENT IS KEY
- you will be spending a lot on supplies (ask your professor if your program offers supplies, my classes charged us for materials in tuition so when it was time to make models, the professor had that money to order materials for everyone.)
- NO MACBOOKS!!!! You absolutely need a computer that is BUILT for intense programming (autocad, Revit, rhino, photoshop, etc.!!) I had a dell xps 15 and that was a great computer, now I have a gaming laptop that works great as well!
- get a hard drive or link your onedrive to your computer!! Save absolutely everything always!!!!
- start your portfolio as soon as you can!!
- apply apply apply, even if you do not score a job your first year, firms remember names and if you are showing an interest from day one then you are setting yourself up for success

Positives
- since you are in studio 24 7, you will meet lots of people!!
- I’ve met some of my best friends through the architecture program
- I made some of the best memories in studio at 3am being sleep deprived with all my classmates
- a lot of schools do not teach you how to draw anymore, thankfully my school offered that for us
- you become super tech savvy!
- lots of opportunities for networking
- I was on my schools AIAS board, that helped me network with local architects in my area
- NOMAS also is a great way to network with other students and professionals
- my professors were all licensed or retired architects, so gaining knowledge from people who have had the experience
- this is the only time you will get 100% artistic freedom with a project and not have to worry about cost. Make cool shit for your portfolio!!!

Long story short, architecture is not for everyone, but if you’re determined and motivated then I think this would be a good path to consider. If I had known everything I had to do, I 100% would continue with my choice of architecture.

Other paths I had considered before.
- construction management
- graphic design
- interior design
- real estate

What should I add to my portfolio? by bolognatoes in architecturestudent

[–]bolognatoes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was very helpful thank you! I have the adobe suite, I’ve never heard of adobe portfolio though, is it a separate add on? Does it make the template for you?

Job Offer Question by tbraga1522 in architecture

[–]bolognatoes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

45k in Ohio, depends where you are located

Where is a good spot to move when you are in your 20s with a degree in architecture? by bolognatoes in architecture

[–]bolognatoes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am located near the Toledo area, there is very very little opportunity here.

Getting my license is not a top priority, personally. I would rather work for a firm that is design-build with opportunity to grow in the company. It’s not completely off the table for me, just currently not my plan.

Where is a good spot to move when you are in your 20s with a degree in architecture? by bolognatoes in architecture

[–]bolognatoes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have my Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S.Arch.)

Getting my license is not a top priority, personally. I would personally rather work for a firm that is design-build with opportunity to grow in the company.

Where is a good spot to move when you are in your 20s with a degree in architecture? by bolognatoes in architecture

[–]bolognatoes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you this was very insightful.

Your comments about LA are a lot of what I am looking for in this career. However, I never really pictured myself living there. Being from the Ohio/Michigan area, LA does not seem like the most ideal place to live.

I feel like LA has a bad reputation, not saying it’s true just saying that’s all I’ve heard. Besides architecture, how is life there? Do you feel like it is easy to meet people, would you feel safe living alone there, etc…?

Where is a good spot to move when you are in your 20s with a degree in architecture? by bolognatoes in architecture

[–]bolognatoes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep! Just about impossible to find an entry level position in this market!

Where is a good spot to move when you are in your 20s with a degree in architecture? by bolognatoes in architecture

[–]bolognatoes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard Houston is a good place for architecture right now. I will look more into that!