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#ArchiSketch | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

Daily Although I am a structural engineer, I sketch details often to make the structure fit into the architectural concepts. Sharp Bob, As a recent graduate of architecture school – I’m proud to call myself an avid sketch artist. The Lantern House -. link] Michael T. link] Cory W.

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Why Architects should Blog | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and this event was most likely going to be filled with ex-professors and old classmates of mine. Enjoy the last bit of schooling that you have left, good luck in the future, and I hope you find yourself in a job that you find rewarding. As sweet as it is, it is not mine.

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Design Voice Podcast with Catherine Meng (Transcript)

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Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? I loved architectural school, but I also know there’s times where you hate it. Listen to this podcast episode or download the audio file here. Start Transcript. It’s simple to do.

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Architectural Graphic Standards | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

For the purposes of today’s article, I am going to assume that all architectural drawings are correct and serve their purpose of conveying intent, scope and quantity. When I graduated from architecture school in 199[mumble-mumble], computers were not that prevalent. I should know, I am a structural engineer.

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The Costs Associated with becoming an Architect | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

I personally feel that having fewer licensed architects is bad for the profession because good designers will go unlicensed and clients will start to recognize (correctly) that they can hire unlicensed designers who are equally qualified to do the work. Mine is based on the law in many of the states I carry an architectural license.

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Building with Structural Insulated Panels. or SIPs | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

A doctor can bury his mistakes but an architect can only advise his clients to plant vines. Frank Lloyd Wright Nourish the Vines(Clients) that feed your business and they will grow in the right direction. Provide them with an inferior product and your clients will die off and never pass along a good word or come back.