Should You Study Architecture? 5 Questions to Help You Decide if Architecture is for You
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- Thinking about studying architecture? Architecture could be a career path for you. Here are 5 questions to help you decide if architecture is the right profession for you.
If you’re thinking about studying architecture, ask yourself these 5 questions to help you choose the right career. Is architecture a career path for you?
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The first question I would ask myself is, why am I considering architecture as a career? Do you have a clear reason why you’re thinking about it or are you parents forcing you into it? Are you doing it because a friend is doing it? Are you thinking about the money (if you are I would be thinking about something else)? Or, are you considering it because of the freedom of location it can provide by working remotely? Do you have a passion for buildings? Do you have a passion for design and creative pursuit? What are the reasons you’re considering architecture as a career? This question alone should solve a lot of concerns for you.
The second question I would ask myself is, what do I think architecture would involve? Write down what you think being an architect would mean for you. Visualise it - see yourself doing it. Can you see yourself doing it every single day? Do you even know what an architect does? If not, that’s ok, now you can research about it. Visualisation is so powerful, if you can visualize yourself 10 years in the future, being an architect, do you see yourself enjoying what you’re doing?
Skillset:
Are you creative? - you don’t necessarily have to be good at drawing, painting, or that - but do you have a creative mindset? Do you think outside the box, do you enjoy problem solving, which stems from creativity? Architecture is a field of design, ultimately it’s a job that requires you to solve problems for a client. Are you creative? Are you a good problem solver?
Are you a people person? - if not, that’s ok. In fact, I’m a pretty big introvert. There’s such a wide scope to the profession that there’s a place for everyone. However, architecture has never been a sole person profession. The idea of the “head architect”, managing a team below them, controlling every decision is no longer relevant. Architecture is now a team game. It’s unavoidable that you’ll have to work with people and be able to do it effectively. It’s a service-based industry. You are a servant to the people you work with and to the client. In both situations, with the “head architect”, and the “team architect”, you are dealing with people.
I don’t mention having to be good at maths or science because I don’t believe you need them to study architecture. Any mathematical or scientific equations or methods you need to know, which are very minimal, will be learnt once you start your architecture education.
The final question to ask yourself is, do you think you’ll be willing to not only put in 110% effort into your education and career, but sustain that effort of the course of your education and career?
A job shouldn’t just be something you do 5 days a week to pay the bills. You can get paid to do anything you want, anything you’re passionate about. If you’re choosing architecture because it’s a safe career and pays well, you might want to reconsider why you’re doing it.
It’s when you get paid to do what you love that it isn’t regarded to as work. That’s when you can sustain a 110% effort for the next 50 years, because you wake up, fired up to do what you’re getting paid to do. That’s much more rewarding than doing something to pay the bills, go home, wake up, and start again.
That’d be my advice and the final question - are you willing to sustain a 110% effort for the next 50 years to do architecture?
And I’m not going to claim that I’m like that. I definitely couldn’t answer this question with a yes before I started architecture. But over time, you can find that passion. You can build it up by actually doing it and finding what you like about it - running with the things you love and ignoring doing the things you don’t love. I always think it’s best to focus on your strengths, rather than your weaknesses. If you’re not good at maths and you hate it, but you’re good at art and you love it. Drop maths as a subject and double down on art. Don’t do what your teachers push you to do and let your passion for art drop off so that you can practice your maths and balance it out. Double down on what you love doing and you’ll become the best at it, you’ll find a way to make money doing it, and you’ll attract success.
So, could you be an architect? 🤔
This is awesome I had been thinking of doing architecture since 2007 kid design build Ings, everyone thought I was joking
One more have to be good with technology.
@@MitchellBPYao that's awesome Mitchell. I wish I had a passion for architecture that long ago! Keep at it man
@@kylesinko I haven't slept because of that
Yeh I do I’m a hard worker I love responsibility it has stable income and stuff I’m currently 14 in October this year and has also been my dream job I have a creative mindset my idea is to be uniques
Me watching this video in my final year of Architecture
I’m in my first semester and I am getting sick of it😂
@@rsj8721 are you serious?
@@Theonlyway1445 unfortunately yes
@@rsj8721 then why did you choose architecture?
Yup same
The reason I’m wanting to study architecture is the idea on building things. And leave something in the world that’s built after I pass away. Creating history for myself and leaving a mark in this world.
That's a great reason behind your ambitions! All the best Ivan
I feel ya buddy 💯 %%%
I write for a similar reason.
ive been binge watching a bunch of architecture-career type videos like these today and this video really helped a lot. an older teacher of mine used to tell me that to him, working as a teacher wasn't a job because it's what he loved. i hope architecture can be like that for me in the future.
That's the dream! Keep going Cassandra
i always loved playing legos, making my own buildings, playing sims 4 building houses, games that require building always came natural to me, i am doing visual arts at school and i would say my spatial intelligence is very. good, but numbers and physics are just the death of me, thats the only thing thats holding me back honestly.
Woah just like me, math is my problem too
im the opposite lol. the only thing ive ever cared abt in games (minecraft, sims, terraria, etc) has been building. i care a lot abt aesthetics lol. i considered doing mechanical engineering for a long time, until i realized i really dont care mych for waves&optics in comparison to mechanics/dynamics. the only thing that worries me is that my spatial awareness is really bad.
Not everything is going to be fun and easy !! Doing another job is hard doing architecture is hard ! Choose your hard!! don’t let yourself regret it 10 years later because you decided it was too difficult without trying
Why am I choosing architecture for a career path? (friends, family, or self)
What do I think architecture would involve? (visualize what it will feel like in the future)
Are you creative? (creative mindset, think outside the box)
Are you a people person? (mostly team game; engineer, client)
Do you think you can sustain putting in 50 yrs into?
I’ve been struggling all throughout my education to find a career path where I could thrive. Even my core interests didn’t feel right as a pursuit. I never pictured myself doing architecture, but now that I’ve looked into it and seen what it has to offer, I finally feel some peace. Thanks for this video.
That's awesome! You are so welcome, all the best :.)
Only when you follow your passion you can find your purpose!
100% 🙌
how do i find it?
@@awezmo5499 go and try new things whichever makes you really happy and excited is a hobby/passion :)
You said everything I was doubting and looking for, that’s amazing! Thank you so much
My reason for wanting to go for architecture is that I've always been into buildings:from an early age I've really been into lego blocks, and from my own imagination I was building ships, with different shapes and structures, because I was also into ocean liners and I still am. Second of all, drawing gets me. When I draw, I try to give my best and feel like I'm doing something that I love. Maybe a third reason is that I'm a person that loves planning. AND DAMN HOUSES. Especially old ones, I like analyzing them, thinking what could go better and how would I do it. But still, I'm not that sure that archi is the way, but hopefully I will set my mind and go for what will make me happy.
I am currently studying architecture in high school, and I love it so much. I believe that I have a God gifted ability to use creativity to impact the environment around me. More specifically, I want to go into residential architecture. I believe that getting to see my creative abilities and other design gifts to help others enjoy their quality of life even more is just so inviting. Residential architecture is not special to me because of the money, or self-benefits, but rather to help others and become someone who is able to bless people with a structure that they build a family in, or retire and enjoy time in that area. I would recommend exploring architecture to anyone interested. Have a great day everyone!
Im choosing architecture because i loved drawings but couldn’t find the one passionate about but when i discovered architecture i love the idea of what they do since them I’ve practice it and lets just say i really enjoy and love it
Best of luck!
Only reasons to choose architecture: I hate sleeping, I love criticism, I don’t like having a social life,
Reasons to choose: explore your mind (at school and not in real life) rub it in peoples faces 😂😂😂
Thank you so much ! This video helped me a lot about what to choose as a carrer and you deserve much more views and attention man ! The people have to pay attention to these important self questions :)
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching :)
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the video! I've been questioning wether or not I really want to be an architect and this video helped me a lot!!
Glad you found it helpful! Thank you for watching :)
Hi, I’m 14 and I’ve been researching about architecture quite a lot lately and I think I want to be an architect, would you give me any advice to be a successful architect some day?
Sure thing! I've got plenty of videos for young architects, but this one's probably going to be the best for you: My advice for young architects (3 lessons) th-cam.com/video/0nSpzJSIINk/w-d-xo.html
@Fang same I just turned 16
@trashbag update me when you're on your first year^^
@trashbag im 14 too and thinking about going into architectry
@@fuckinghellfam me too
Senior high here!
Thank you for this wonderful video!
I'm actually deciding if I'm going to pursue architecture since it has art in it, which I really love to do to make me stay motivated!
It really help me a lot at thinking of improving my weaknesses first!
Glad to hear, thanks a lot and good luck Catherine!
It is so nice to hear from an experienced Architecture student! I'm currently in Middle School but feel strongly passionate about Architecture. As a middle school student, what are some of your recommendations for enhancing my passion for Architecture at this age? I really want to get into the work field and gain experience. Thank you so much for everything and keep making Architecture videos!!!!!
Thank you so much Kimberly! I appreciate your support :)
I wish I had gotten some experience inside a practice before starting my education. Perhaps while still in high school.
You don't need to get a full time job, even just spending a day inside a practice to see how things are done. Buy an architect lunch and chat for 15 minutes to pick their brain etc.
I also think reading is a big one that many people forget about. Not only reading, but also online courses and videos on TH-cam etc. All very underestimated and can boost your skills very further ahead than your peers.
Hope that helps :)
hey!! if you’re still passionate about architecture, i recommend working in technical theater (specifically stage/build crew) at your highschool!
Thank you man, you helped me finalize my thoughts on becoming a creative. I've always been a lover of form and sculpture but realized the difficulty of making a comfortable living from it. But it's as you said, trading time for money won't be something that I wish I had done more when I'm on my death bed. Have a blessed day 🙏
So glad to have helped. You make a great point that I'm sure a lot of others will want to have read too. Cheers!
I had to finish my degree in a pandemic and the truth was that it was quite difficult, but it was possible, so cheer up. greetings from Mexico
Loved the advice about focussing on your strengths.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks
Thankyou, I love buildings, I get lost when I visit new places, I examine them taking all my time, I always wanted to be an architect, but I was being held back as I'm not good at all in drawing, I was afraid I wouldn't be able to draw what I imagine, but this motivated me to keep on going. Thankyou for the video and the video description. I had a bad day and this just made the rest of my day great ! I ll keep working hard.
I became a subscriber as well !
That’s awesome Onela! Thanks a lot, I appreciate the support. See you around the channel 😀
Great video ☺️ !
I just started to study architecture and I’m doing it for like 2 Months.
It is extremely time consuming and I constantly feel kinda lost 😅
the course content is pretty interesting, but still I’m consistently self doubting myself it’s like I’m doing everything
wrong while trying my best.
Thank you!
Don't worry, everyone comes across these feelings.
Check out this video if you want to learn what i do to get "unstuck" th-cam.com/video/2WAUYGSsrPc/w-d-xo.html
All the best to you :)
@@kylesinko Thank you I will definitely check it out ! 😊
Perfect another video just telling me to do what I love dude I wouldn’t be here if I wasn’t confused and depressed
my reason for going to architecture is that i noticed as a kid, i loved building houses out of paper and i had a suprising talent for it. Plus i love building and creating things so i thought maybe i should try architecture since it was the only career that stuck out to me.
If i were to visualize myself doing architect i can see myself cursing at past me for choosing this course but yet enjoy it all at the same time. I can see myself communicating with my workers, discussing about what plans would be necessary and the joy id feel once the project was finished.
in terms of creativity, i think im not that creative but i do have the mindset. I like solving problems, i find problem solving fun and enjoyable but im not good at it.
im a very people person and love talking to people. so im confident i would do fine in socializing.
I cant say for sure i would be willing to put 110 amount of effort into architecture but i can say as of current i find the prospect of architecture more interesting than other courses.
Right now the only thing is holding me back from choosing architecture is the fact that im not good at drawing, technology related things and organization.
Hey man! Your videos are great, thanks so much for this channel :) I wanted to ask, would consider making a video comparing the best unis to study undergrad architecture in Australia? Cheers from Canberra :)
My pleasure dude! Thanks for watching :) That's a tough one because I've only ever been at the one University. That might be a video to collaborate with a lot of you guys! I'll add it to my list of videos I'd like to make. Thanks for the suggestion!
Those questions really helped me see why I chose architecture and thank you for the advice...... This video really makes you think about architecture as a whole... Thank you 👍🏻😁
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks a lot Naeem!
What an inspiring video, I wish I had seen this before I starting the undergraduate program.
Hey Kyle… Excellent LIFE-guiding video! I’m 72… and after seeing your video and honestly answering your questions, I fully realize I would have been much happier and satisfied as a career architect… rather than the other poor choices I made (electronics, science). As a boy I dreamed of being an Architect and into my teens too. But military life changed everything for me. YOUR VIDEO IS AN AWESOME WAY TO HELP FUTURE ARCHITECTS DECIDE! Thanks for the good work on your channel here…
Wow, thank you for the incredible comment! I'm glad you enjoyed the video, it's nice to hear your story. Cheers
I’ve wanted to be an architect since I was 7. I went to college for 5 years and never got a degree just because my parents said I needed to go to college. I am now following my dreams of building my own home and making my mark on the world
I've been asking myself since i was 12 now I'm 18 still in higschool so i think i have good reason because i want to plan the outlook interior design the tunnels the electric material e.g sockets
Everything should be mine.
Thank you for this.
I wanted to do architecture because I’ve thought about it since I was in 2nd grade. From time to time I’ve had an idea of changing and trying out different courses but I always came back to architecture. I kept thinking of going a different career path where my yearly wage can be above 100,000 like a CS engineer, dentist, etc. My family’s supportive, but from time to time I hear something like “being a computer science engineer pays well in comparison to let’s say architecture” from my relatives while they look at me. Then I say that I don’t mind if I don’t make as much money, but then they go “oh you WILL once your dad stops paying for your insurance, bills, and all that.” So I got anxious once again and kept thinking if I should really get into architecture. A lot of the videos I found on yt were all quite discouraging saying stuff like “architecture school gave me insomnia.”
However, this ended on a good note and kind of encouraged me once again that I want to keep going with this. I’m gonna have to keep myself in a room with a pen and paper one day and think deeply about these questions.
If you enjoy what you do you'll find a way to make money doing it. If you go into something for the money, it's very difficult to find the passion to do it. Obviously one method is more sustainable than the other! Don't be too hard on yourself though. Whatever you choose to do, you'll find what you love about it and can go from there.
Hey guys let me tell you my short story😁
About 3 years ago ,i lost my confidence for some reasons ang gave up on my dream job (i meant becoming a civil engineer or architect ) then started working at some local stores. But i always felt like" im wasting my precious time" and still have passion about designing and constructing houses or buildings. Then a couple weeks ago i realized that i had to follow my heart 😔.And i loved the idea of being an architect: imaging unique houses, etc. Sorry for grammer mistakes
You've got this Sanga! Keep following your heart
Thank you for this video. Great advice 👏🏽👍🏽
Glad I could help! Cheers
I’ve had a very successful career in health, but been miserable the whole time. It’s what I thought I should do, which was impacted by others.
After around 20yrs I’m enrolled in an Architecture course and at 40yrs old I feel like I might get to start what I want to be doing for me. I really don’t know what will come from it, but it honestly really feels like the right thing for me.
I’ve found all of your videos to be so helpful for me. Thanks!
Also, I would like to further add that I am doing my best that I can do but I feel like I am losing the spark in myself for which I came to an arts school. I don't know what is right for me.
I did enjoy your video. It’s understandable bro 🎉 I have subscribed 🎉
I'm a draftsman for over 3 years now. Just when I thought I knew enough about Architecture, but Boy oh boy am I wrong. Drafting and designing is a whole different thing.
This was really helpful, and I am really considering architecture as a career path for me.
I'm glad to hear! Thanks for watching Zoe
Are you good in math? And physicis?
I will definitely study architwcture now!! I love it and can not wait to get started. Thanks a lot for this video.
That’s awesome! You’ve got it 😁 thanks for watching
these questions of "why" have been so eye opening for me this video helped me really collect all of my thoughts on architecture. great video!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment
broseph I do 100% at most for anything, no amount of love for something can make me burn myself out by overextending come on now, you could do architectural passionate things on 100% perfectly fine
Thankyou so much, you're a big help!💖
You're so welcome! Thanks for watching
I am from Philippines🇵🇭, I am a Senior High School student (16 yrs old) and I find your videos very very helpful for my career choice and I like designing houses and drawing medias. I prefer myself as a creative person and critical thinking solver(if thats a word haha) and both an introvert and extrovert. I am hoping and wishing for you to have more for your youtube community and help other people or kid dreaming to be an architect just like me. Thank you for your inspiring words and God Bless!
Thank you so much for sharing Guianne! I've got a feeling you'll do really well with whatever you choose to do. Keep at it and thanks for supporting the channel! Cheers
Yow, you're probably in 12th grade like me now, do you still want to study architecture? Thanks for answering :>
Yes I really really want to but unfortunately, living in poverty, my parents don't want me to take the course because of the financial problem, they say anything except architecture. I really really want to take the course, it's depressing but that's life.
Oh we're in the same situation. *hugs, I'll pray for us mate :> thank you for replying (ᵔᴥᵔ)
bro my skill test is tomorrow wish me luck, so what's the course u will take ? Does your parents agreed to take architecture?
I have a addiction on solving puzzles and when I see a building I plan it in my head to a better plan. That's what I decided to a architect.
thank you for helping me in choosing this career.
You're welcome!
Hey, great video. I made a sugar cube castle as a kid and I was completely absorbed in it. More than any other project I have ever done in school. That is why I want to be an architect, I feel like I will be in my zone for the rest of my life, and I am so excited to meet other architects.
You've got this Carly!
hello i am a architecture student. nice to meet youu
I loved your way of thinking! 👍👍❤️
Glad to hear, thanks! 😄
You've earned new subscriber sir. Looking forward to learning from your channel.
Thank you so much! Glad to have you on board
Honestly bro I almost give up on my dreams of becoming an Architect because am not good at mathematics but you have lifted my spirit somehow thanks, man 🙏
You can do it! Glad to hear. Good luck
Wanted to study architecture but then i questioned myself and now i paused my game of life and take some intership and try find something that i love to do
You’ve got this
thank you for your advice, sir. i'm having a hard time deciding on whether should i pursue architecture or not since i'm passionate about art but not in maths.
You're welcome, I recommend checking out this video: th-cam.com/video/spHLA8nnTOQ/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much for tis video.
You're so welcome! Thanks
Thank you so much this has helped alot
I'm so glad! Thanks
that was actually so helpful
Really glad to hear, cheers!
This helped thanks man
Glad to hear
Maybe the way to find out if it's the right choice for you, is to begin as a drafter (draftsman). That's the way many of my colleagues started out.
It's not a bad idea!
Hey! Great video! I'm just curious, what was/is your answer to, "why do I want to study architecture?" Is it the same answer today as before you started studying it?
Hey DJ. Thank you so much for the kind words!
The answer definitely isn't the same as to when I first started. I was talking to an interior designer with 20 years experience the other week and she said something like "along the way, you try new things and discover new scopes to the profession that suit your character - things that you never realised you'd enjoy before."
Through the journey, you discover parts to the profession that tailor to your personality that you never realised existed before. Keep doing those things.
Originally, it was something that my brother talked me into. I had no idea what "architecture" actually was. That understanding grew over time and the more I learnt about what it is, the more that passion grew.
I hope that helps somewhat
@@kylesinko That makes sense, thank you! Keep up the great work :)
I was rejected from art school a year ago and it did impacted me because that's what I was good at. Im currently In my 2 semester of college and I want to be an architect, I been obsessed looking at buildings, drawing sketches, and playing the sims lmao. Im working on my math skills, now that I been practicing Im getting good at it.
“Are you a ‘people person’?“ from that quote alone I knew you’re an introvert 😂😂 it’s cute though
Yeahhh definitely an introvert 😂
thank you sir😭for making this vid
You're so welcome :)
Good video. Food for thought.
Glad you think so!
Best to get into construction or property development earlier on, make more money then return to architecture as a retirement gig
Thank you so much may the Lord bless your Brother❤
Much love ❤
Something I like about architecture is that not every day you work in the same place. You work in different sites and that feels much better than everyday in the same office
That’s why I enjoy it so much! I couldn’t be stuck in an office prison for 8 hours a day
great video
!👏👏
Thank you!
Hey there! This video was really helpful. Thanks. May I ask what college you went to? I assume every college has it's own professors and every professor has their own type of teaching... but I really like the type of teaching, learning and working you indirectly talk about in the video! ahaha
Hey! I just graduated from the university of south Australia. Do recommend!
drawing, projects, like craftings and shit, working in a group, inspecting sites, having architect friends, trying to sell my own designs.
2. Not a good drawer painter etc, i enjoy problem solving
3. I guess i am a people person because to get big u need to know how to hit the right spots when talking to someone.
I almost done with my foundation in architecture but i do not know whether to pursue degree in architecture or quantity surveying ,thanks for the sharing in this video.
All the best!
Thnks! This was actually useful ^^
I'm glad! Thanks for watching Devien
Hey, I have a dream of being an architect one day. I’m quite young now, but if I study in my free time and as I progress and get older I am willing to work pretty damn hard. I loved architecture the day I was born. Any major subjects I should research, and learn about? Books I should buy etc?
You talk about "giving your 110 percent near the end of the video" - but what if I complete an Architectural Degree but end up not getting the dream job I want - all that "hard-work", "time" and "effort" to study something you love - but end up getting rejected for your job, so in this manner looking up for job-security, gathering background facts about Architecture (in the future) is good, for example ["Is it a secure job", "How are the job-opportunities for Architecture", "Will I ever get a Job within 3 years after graduation"?]
These questions should most definitely be considered when studying a career.
Also, a little help - I like Architecture because of the "creativity-element", "Analysing Materials/Structures" but I am also good at practical subjects as well [ maths, physics] - so is there any job that has a blend in both of these fields.
If you do happen to know any, I would be greatly appreciated with your comment.
Amazing 👏
Thank you!
7:34 I’m in grade 9 and this is probably the best advice i have heard so far. I know the “math and art” were examples but i really enjoy doing art (specifically drawing and using the elements of art to create cool pieces of art) I also love designing and coming up with things that could be put out there. I’m not too good at math (i’d say average) and I love science. I was wondering if landscape architecture (the career path I have been thinking a lot about) would suit me or if i should go full on art. Anybody’s thoughts on this would help a lot.
Thanks a lot! There's really only one way to find out... by actually doing it! If landscape architecture is a path you think you'd enjoy, sign up for a class for try get some observational work experience in a firm. It will help solidify your motives before signing up for a 5 year university course
Thanks for the video. I’ve been thinking about pursuing architecture lately because I wanted to do something that incorporates both my math/physics and art talents. Do you think that is an accurate way to think about architecture? After watching your video I’m not too sure..
Hey Zara. You are correct. If I were to describe architecture I'd say it's a blend of math/physics and art. There's also a lot in between too. Good luck
Thanks, watched and will be showing to my 6th grader that is saying she wants to be an architect
Hi, I am in college studying business. But even after a few semesters it just feels like I am going through the motions. I've always loved school. I wanted to study arts (musical instrument) when I was in middle school and high school but got discouraged by the job offers and class opportunity where I live. I haven't like business, no matter the class, I always loved art and math (As well as some sciences). I also love plants and being outdoors. But I do feel like I am a slow worker and not very creative when it comes to being original.
I like the idea of architecture and designing efficient sand astethic places, but I am afraid of switching mayors, losing my progress, the money invested and risking not liking it or failing in this major.
I am afraid and don't know what to do. (My parents support me whatever decision I make, but they want me to make sure I am 100% sure)
Have been an architectural designer for 7 years. Wish I had this video in high school. It only gets harder and with more responsibility as the years go on. Great advice from Kyle overall… especially that you should double down on something you’re interested in and you’ll find a way to make it (wish I had that advice back in high school). I chose architecture because I was into fine art but I was afraid of being a starving artist (why I convinced myself of this I don’t really know). I didn’t know much about architecture at the time but it seemed to mix being creative while also being a practical career. In retrospect I don’t think it a good enough reason not to go into art school. My advice is, go for it if you have a passion for architecture. Think twice if you don’t - you can always enter the field later on if you change your mind.
What do you mean. Is there any complicated mathematics, I'm very worry
Why am I considering architecture as a career?
I'm currently studying Interior Architecture. The idea of designing rich people's interiors and million dollar restaurants freaks me out. Even working for 'sustainable' interior firms, there still just designing for ultra rich sustainably minded people. I need to be giving back and helping in someway. I want to be working on social housing and community projects. I'm worried that with my current degree/career path, that won't be nearly as possible as it would be if I were to pursue architecture.
What do I think architecture entails?
I know it's going to be a lot more technical then my current course. I know there will be a massive chunk of years in my life where my creative freedom is 0%. I imagine I will be way more out of my depth then if I stuck to interiors, but I think I would be excited for the challenge.
Am I creative?
I would literally die without my imagination. I love problem solving. I love creativity. I am a people person. I am very good at all of the above. I'm great at drawing and have a strong understanding of the software I'll need.
But: I'm not confident with maths. I am more then happy to get tutoring for it. I love the idea of becoming confident. I would do it.
Could I sustain enormous amounts of effort for the next 50 years?
I'm 30 years old so I won't be going until I'm 80 years old haha. But yes.
What do you think??
That's awesome. I say go for gold. You're clearly very passionate about design and you have good intentions. I can see you doing very well in the profession
@@kylesinko Awh thanks mate!! So nice to hear :)
@@dontbeabutt7786 You're welcome!
I wanted to be an architect. Then i took architecture classes. After the 3000th form vs function remark i walked away. I wanted to build and create not be brainwashed
For people who are weak at math, don’t do architecture, do fine art instead
I thought architecture was different. Don't get me wrong, the design process seems great but it takes too much time and I just won't work well with a team. I wish I could find a job that was like architecture but I really could do anything. Overall I don't think it's for me and that's okay, I have time.
Doing a bachelor of science/ business at the moment. 1 year in and it's not what I though it would be, and I've discovered how dry and uncreative these topics can be. I've always loved history and sustainable building, it seems like architecture would be a better route for me to go down.
this is me rn but with computer science, i found it so dry i want to get into architecture to use my creative skills (drawing etc)
wow, that is me but I'm in my third semester of business (and with an artistic scholarship)
@@fernandap2664 Hi, I'm now 2nd year architecture student and for me it was worth the switch. It's a fair bit of work, but if it interests you then go for it
I had a question, i have to make a decision next year and my whole life i really love architecture but when i talk to people about the possibility to study architecture they say you have to be very good in math.
What do you think of the math in architecture?
Also thanks for the video!!
I've always been a straight A student and i always loved studying, but now in my junior year i got tired. I don't like the fact that i only know books, I want to be a bit more practical. I thought about studying law, but now I really want a more creative and flexible job. I love History of Art and painting. That's my favorite subject in school, but I could never study it because I do need a job that'll bring me some money... I always loved old buildings and decorating my room. I would spend hours building Barbie's houses or planing my future room. Should i study architecture?
I really want to do Architecture because Virgil Abloh really inspires:influences me a lot and I wanna take his route with Sneakers and Fashion
Go for gold :D
Sp if i'm really good at art, but like a beginner in math, doesn't have a lot of problem solving skills, and creative would I be fit for architecture?
I saw this video just for curiosity. Because I will start university (architecture). Nice video!
Very nice. Thank you! All the best with getting started.
Im a junior in highschool and my art teacher told me to get into physics if i want to get into architecture but im not good at it so i dont know if i'd get into university, people in my class are dropping physics because they're getting 50's and 60's 😭😭
hi I'm 17, senior high in italy and my toxic trait is i can see myself enjoying it more and more everyday in the future in spite all the negative aspects it has. It's the career i think I'll love doing even with it's "bad" sides, is it bad that it's the only option i want and have in mind? talking about grades, physics, maths, arts and English had always been my highest but I'm afraid I'm not creative enough, i actually think I'm not imaginative at all and school ain't really helping me improve that and i don't know what to do about it, same with problem solving. I don't really know what other majors I'd like other than architecture and maybe it's the fact that I've wanted this for so long that's why i can't see myself doing another thing, but i can totally picture myself doing only that in the future
I want to do architecture because I like building and designing things I’m not the best at designing but that why we go to school, to learn
You don't have to be a people person, but you do have to have the ability to empathize... to be able to put yourself in someone else's shoes. This is probably more important than creative skills. If you can do that, you'll do fine.
Is there any way to tell if a university has a good architecture course? Are there any universities you would recommend for an architecture degree? I'm considering Al-Qura University for its Islamic Architecture degree but there aren't many reviews on whether it's good or bad, can a university be bad? Also, what's it like working at a firm? Is being a summer intern hard? Is there anything you need to prepare for?
You don't have to answer all of these questions I'm just really curious😊
Interviewer: "Why do you want to become an architect."
Me: "My religion is Mosby and Mosby is my religion."
I really want to become an architect but now I am thinking about it especially the people preson part and now just watching architecture videos,hope you can help me decide.
I have plenty more videos regarding this topic. Feel free to check out my channel :)
The idea of being Architect is intriguing, but doing the actual work gives me anxiety. I am somewhat good at drawing but I lack the creativity. I am ok in math but I hate doing it. I am afraid of doing some kind of big project where I need to calculate complex building support ratios. I guess I need to find something else.
I’ve been drawing buildings and structures, building Legos, and noticed details of buildings everywhere I’ve been. That’s my reason along with wanting to help people with the emerging climate change threats where structures can help people in need. I’m in Law rn but think I might go for arch instead 😅
I love both math and art. But don't know either I'm creative or not .
What should I do?
Being passionate for math and art kind of automatically makes you creative 😅😁
Only one way to find out which is by giving it a shot!
Honestly I wanna be in architecture sessions so I can see what it's like by myself.. I fear what if I regret it.. or what if I actually like it
Most universities do "come and try" days I recommend checking out. Otherwise, getting experience in a firm for a day or two could be insightful