When to Quit Architecture
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ก.ค. 2024
- Drew Paul Bell (of www.DrewPaulBell.com) explains that if you feel disappointed in Architecture after coming up short, thats natural. If you are still unhappy after success, that's when you know you should move on to something that is a better fit for you.
If there is something I learned after a year of architecture (I let go) is that it's a career for the passionate
Sonia V yes totally
Absolutely if you have a goal you can push yourself to the end of it 🤧 but it is so hard to deal with without a goal 🤧🤧🤧
I am an architecture graduate who didn't "let go". I've thought of giving up architecture since my 3rd year when I started to be a "bad" student. I always was a top of the class student up untill that point. I ended up graduating 2 years later than normal and was miserable during the whole thing. I loved some parts of architecture and was good at this things (such as drawing, the history of art and architecture, composition, anything art and graphic related) but every time I thought about actually building buildings, I got a sick feeling in my stomach. I don't know if it was anxiety (still is though) or that I really feel I should not do this. I remained in architecture because of this doubt and because I wasn't sure what else to do. Anyway, I started working for a while and it wasn't bad. I enjoyed it more than school. And weirdly, I enjoy stuff that other architects say it's boring, such as preparing and writing documents. I like it when I do down to earth activities. Or maybe I like them because I hate the pressure and stress of making a "world class" design and be a "top" architect. Sorry for the long post...
i have the same thing going on right now. I'm really not enjoying architecture anymore because of things. i love arts and architecture but i hate and got bored when we got to the part of construction systems, materials etc. it really drains up love in architecture. right now i feel like quitting but im in no position on doing so because this is my second course and i bet my parents would be disappointed at me.
@@chase1149
You'll regret it more than you'll know
i feel the same way except im in my 2nd year and I have been feeling like that since the first semester. And I have never been good or top of the class here, always struggling. I always have a pit in my stomach even when we have to make models. It gets me so scared and sad that I feel this way. I'm so ashamed in myself for it. I just don't enjoy architecture really. I don't know if it's my negativity, my anxiety, or just me. But I cannot quit...
@@arselamallick3248 I already graduated architecture and im telling you, every waking day of my life im asking myself why i took this up and how i managed to get through this lol. My heart does not belong here (or so i thought). I wasnt happy at all but there's nothing i can do about it because what's done is done and there is no way i can turn back time. I always have this sense of regret thinking i wouldve been happier if im not here. I am not discouraging you but i think architecture is for ppl who is passionate about it. That is what our society needs. I just want you to take time to reflect on the things you wanted to do. If you want to continue this, that is fine too.
Anw, you should know that there is actually more to life than your chosen profession/career. Cheer up. You do you
Benturero if you have a dream go for it instead of killing it my mom told me yesterday (you are not week to let it go you are actually very strong for staying for a year and a half )because I am having a hard time in architecture design other than that I loved the new world of architecture but my advice for you switch your major if you have a dream but at the same time for someone who love art and architecture you will do good in architecture cause the construction stuff and materials are just for you to learn what to choose for your creative nice future designs think about it seriously and don’t kill your passion construction stuff will pass but designing is the main point for surviving this major wish you the best 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
P.s not sure if you are still in architecture after a year but I hope even if you aren’t there you chose the right path💪🏻😇
I can totally relate to the architecture grads. We started around 200 and ended up with 30 people. I was about to quit but here i am doing my masters while i completely fell in love with the degree and everything about it, beside all the negative comments etc.
At first i barely could pass my assignments, failed some and had to resubmit. But since my 3rd yr I understood the degree and improved magnificently in my grades(50 to 74-80).
IF YOU LOVE IT DONT GUVE UP.
I wish I had let go 10 years ago. Now I’m close to 30, and no idea abt what to switch my career to. In Uni every year I hoped it would get better that perhaps next year I would like it more. Then I thought it was gonna get better when I started working and it never did.
After 3 years working for the largest American architecture firm, I feel stuck, frustrated & hopeless with no idea of how to move on.
So my advice, as soon as you feel inadequate and unfulfilled... LEAVE! it won’t get better
I felt for you if you work in a corporate environment. It is soul crushing. I quit architecture and doing illustration. much better.
Same here. 30 years old, miserable since before graduation and not knowing what to do. I guess it's pretty clear I should quit 😂
Even if you are in your 30s ut isn’t late to open a new page and do what you love the moment you realize you are not enjoying it leave as a human we learn new things every day take your knowledge in architecture and learn something new do what you love you will be special with this knowledge and your perspective .wish you the best and always remember it is never late to do or study what you love I know few people in their 40s studying in my university not architecture other majors but it just shows that you are never late you still can 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
What you end up doin? Im 31 and am afrade to go back
@@nelsonianb1289 I resigned the big office, and started working in a smaller office by the beach. I still don’t like it’s not as bad as before. I’m saving to start an MBA next year and finally leave this shit forever 🤞🏼. Also I got a therapist to help me cope with all the frustration and sense of failure I was feeling.
Architecture is a marathon not a sprint
No, Architecture, like life is akin to a sprint,' long stretches of hard work and preparation punctuated by brief moments in which we are given the opportunity to perform at our best' M.J.
Today, friday i just decided to quit the carer, it's too hard to say this, I just invested one and a half year, a and I just realized that I was forcing my self to like the carer! I'm feeling very disappointed a little depressing but I know I just can't continue with it! :(
+gilerolero if you know it's not for you then it's better to waste a year and a half than to waste two years. And it's better to give it a try and learn that it's not for you than to never try and always wonder.
Thanks for the words, it's hard because I still like some things but not all of them! but I tried it and now I know it's not my passion!
Wow... hi, I'm currently in the same boat as you guys were. 1,5 years of architecture school and I'm heavily debating on whether to stay or quit. I'm basically looking for a sign to help me out
I wish I had quit when you did! I'm 5 years in and I still don't like doing architecture. Very depressing, but I just cannot make myself to quit now before the final project (thesis).
@@arselamallick3248 in my case Im a graphic designer who has always an interest for architecture, I tried it and I was very good in it, but I realized I was super depressed, so I Quit, it was not for me! hope you are doing well!
That's is some great advice from you mom. My first review was awful and I thought about dropping out but I really enjoy the success.
It's awesome to see other architecture students on TH-cam! To see that the struggles we are going through we all go through!
THANK U, if been a week feeling down... but now I feel less lonely
I've watched your videos for a long time now - basically since I began my architecture school journey. I really needed this video as of lately and you really helped me to sort some things out and understand that it's normal to feel the way I'm feeling. Thanks very much Drew for making me remember why I so badly want to become an architect. Keep on making videos to get me through the 'bad review' days!
+Leanne Dabrowski Thank you for leaving this comment. I was hoping this would be the video someone needed to hear right now. :) I'm glad I could help!
The struggle is real in architecture study. Sometimes you just don't want to let something go. Thx for this video and sharing some thoughts and experience of yours in other videos! It helps me to know about what other architecture students are doing or thinking in other universities. And some tips and thoughts in your video are also really helpful! Keep up the good work!
+jxwinterstorm Thanks for the support! I appreciate the comment! Although, when you said "the struggle is real" it reminded me of a story from this past summer when we were trying to get a building permit from the city's planning department. I started typing it out but decided to just shoot a vid for it instead. I think it's a funny point, but useful nonetheless lol check it out here: th-cam.com/video/yy95AaH8S48/w-d-xo.html
I'm only in my first semester. Architecture definitely doesn't feel right for me. However, it's something that feels just right for my dad. I let him dictate my choice in career, so I pretended im actually into architecture too. Constantly followed by the need to live up others' expectations. If i keep going, i don't think I would be able to stick with it through and through. I have no passion, no drive in it. I was disillusioned by, mainly, the arts, and the glamorous lifestyle, recognition, or salary that goes with it. It does deal with art, but it's not the kind of art I wish to explore. I was told to wake up and be realistic, as if art majors don't really have a chance in life. I'm not a bad student at all. I worked hard to achieve the grades i want and was actually interested to learn. Already felt iffy choosing this major, it feels dreadful now that I'm in it. I don't think my dad will ever come around me choosing to major in art, but i truly don't want to devote all my time, energy, and money in something i won't enjoy doing in the long run. It's just not right for me. It's difficult to show my parents i can make money out of art too, as the courses for architecture are rigorous and leaves no room for me to develop a side art portfolio. Not sure how i can gain his understanding (?)
How are you now bro? Please share
Just finished Masters - completed something I didn't think I was capable of doing. Let me just say... It ain't gonna get any easier. Throughout the years I was THIS close to just throwing in the towel and saying "screw this, I'm not putting up with this shit any longer" only to find out I don't know what it is that I want. Architecture is not for people who are seeking for quick gratification - it is a VERY long journey and you'll learn about yourself more and more. I'd say Architecture didn't make me smarter, it made me, along with others, a hell of a lot wiser.
I'd say only quit if you have a clear path on what to do next and ACT on it - rather than complain about it and do nothing. If you can persevere through the course, there's an internal strength that you'll develop - almost like a survival instinct - that most people studying in other subjects cannot obtain - at least I haven't seen it yet. That is respectable. So the question is, do you know what you want? If you can find the answer to that - only then do you quit.
That's my point of view for any junior architects :)
I agree 1000% Congratulations on graduating!!!
Thanks!
mikeybhoy28 What are you going to do now? Do you still wanna practice and all? I wanted to get in here despite my parents & brother telling me it's frustrating & the struggles. But 2 years in, I don't really enjoy it, one moment I feel like I should stick, next moment I just don't know what to do. My head feels blank every time I look at a page or start to design. And it's a mental pressure sometimes. But I don't know what I want to do in life either. I like some aspect and it's a bit interesting at the start but I just don't like it, I hate it.
I don't know what to do.
Changing major now in my country is going be a load economical & mental pressure for my family cuz i'm in a public university now where I require less money, but now if I leave, my only option is BBA or English, and that'll cost thrice of what I need now. It's really frustrating.
Well in this video, when Drew said "when you find the success, and you're still not happy - it's time to move on". I'm no psychiatrist but there's an undeniable logic to what he said and it applies to everything that you do, not just Architecture, If you hate it so much despite giving it your all, you'd have already find any means to get away from it to do something else. Getting support (definitely from family members) certainly helps and you have mine to whatever you choose to do.
However, what's interesting to me is that you said: "I wanted to get in here despite my parents & brother telling me it's frustrating". That to me shows you took the initiative, so it's not as if you didn't get any warning. That's a good start - and I think finding that passion one more time maybe the key to get you through whatever it is you are struggling with.
The way you describe how you feel about the course: one moment you don't enjoy it but one moment you want to stick with it, or one moment your head feels blank and you feel mentally pressured. That's normal in Architecture, I'm pretty sure most people have went through what you've felt - I certainly have. I think it'd be strange if nobody felt the way you did so you aren't alone, don't worry!
I totally get what you mean by the money thing, not everyone has the money to just switch course or university - so you have to work with what you've got. I also understand that Architecture itself isn't exactly the friendliest to a student's wallet so you do have to consider it as well. Weighing out the pros and cons and coming up with a solution/alternative is priority if you find that you hate it that much. Don't be scared to admit that you made a mistake either, as you are only two years into the course.
As for myself, yea I'm still going to practice, I'm not the most passionate - but I have enough things about this line of work to find some form of enjoyment. Whether it turns out to be good or bad - experience is priority, as it makes people wiser and that's priceless.
With that being said, I wish you (and anybody in the same position as you) the best of luck in any decision that you make!
@@mikeybhoy28 its been 4 years, update?
your advice is so genuine and helpful. Your perspective on the difference between giving up and letting go is so important and rare to hear. As you said that and said that you knew people that knew architecture wasn't for them but still stuck with it really resonates with me. Not just because I personally feel that architecture isn't really for me and I am just trying to push through for the sake of it, but I know others older than me who also feel the same way. I also know people that graduated from Arch and ended up changing fields after graduation (which is my biggest fear and something I definitely think I would do if I stick with this major). The truth is, I am truly not passionate about this. I realized after doing this for a year that I like the creative aspect of it but not the design. I also crave human connection with everything I do, so for me to stare at Rhino and plans and sections and linetypes all day gives me anxiety just thinking about it. I know that in the future, the job of an architect involves people, but it is still not the biggest aspect of the job. My family is a huge pressure on me all the time, and yes, although I wouldn't necessarily be "giving up" on architecture, I would definitely be to a certain extent to my parents, family, friends, etc. I know that shouldn't matter, but it really does. I am scared of this huge risk to take to drop the program and degree. I just hope I am happy in the future. Thank you so much for this video!
What did you decide to do? I've spent 5 years trying to make it work but I still don't like doing architecture.
its been 5 years, update, what are you doing now??
@@marililll wow, i am really sorry. i hope you find the courage to pursue what you align with. i am so grateful that i decided to let it go. i feel in awe reading my prior comment as future me. i am much much happier now, and am actually excited for where i can go. i really hope you are able to say the same, wish you all the best!
I’m here because I’m currently on my first year and I’m having the doubt of “should I quit” like if I want to this is the right time!!!! Like I’m only 19 yrs and I think later will be too late. I love architecture and I’m so passionate about the art part. I really enjoy making models while I’m listening to music o draw my plans, all the studio part. But when it comes to subjects that includes physics or construction I panicked, I simply don’t enjoy it and I’m not good at it. When I said this out loud people tell me, it doesn’t matter the major you take you’ll always have subjects where you suck at it, but idk I feel like all the structure related subjects and construction are literally the 70% of the career and architecture life. So, I feel like I’m wasting my energy and lately I’ve been feeling so emotionally and physically exhausted. Because, I see how my classmates are so good effortlessly and I put all my effort, kill myself studying and anyway I still struggle. That’s why I think I should quit and choose a path where I can success while putting on all my potential. I wanted to pursue a fashion design career but architecture felt like a more safe choice. So my first thought was, I will study architecture have my diploma and later go the fashion industry, just like some designers. But right now I’m feeling too overwhelmed and overthinking everything. That’s literally why I was watching this video and I still don’t know what to do :(
I don’t wanna feel like a failure, I love architecture but I think it is more than just love.
(Sorry if something it’s not grammatically correct, English it’s not my first language)
im in the same boat as you, currently also 19 and haven't even started my course yet (architectural engineering), thankfully i was in pre collage and on further deep reasearch watching literally hundreds of videos and comments i have a strong decision to make about the career path I've been telling people i wish to pursue since childhood. i feel so disappointed and depressed, i was expecting this feedback from my research and now i feel stuck and lost before i even start any of this. can i get an update on how you're doing in school currently?
If you don't like movement, constant changes, one challenge after Another...and you prefer steadiness, a calmed-happy 9 to 6 routine, then architecture is not for you.
Now, when you are "in" already...in my case, I never had quitting thoughts, instead I realized how adventurous, changing and challenging this career was and how good I became at it.
Oh if you are not a feline type of guy, meaning working sometimes overnight to meet deadlines then think it twice before selecting this career.
Also, if you are the artistic type of guy but not much sociable, meaning you will never be a great salesman, then think it twice as well, unless you are happy working for an architectural practice studio that is not yours.
I want to thank you, your video helped a lot, I failed one of my classes, and was wondering if I was doing the right thing, staying. And watching this video made me realize, that I have those little/small victories, along the way. I probably won't have my name on a skyscraper somewhere, but I love designing houses and more detailed projects. Six more months inside, may be worth it, for the long run.
+Raíssa Costa glad it helped. Failure sucks. But if you use it as motivation to be better and more disciplined next time, then all is well.
This really helps me ...I am planning to take architecture because I really love drafting ,arts,creativity ,designs but I have this doubt and fear because I am not kinda smart or genius 😭😭and i only have is determination... so I decided to advance myself and get ready because I WANT ARCHITECTURE 💪💪
- grd9 student from Philippines
pls make more video. Thank you Sir
so greatful to come across this video.
I studied civil engineering but I always wished if I could do what Architecture students were doing. Oh! I just loved Arts so much which I never got to do as civil engineering student. I also thought about going to architecture department and take architecture classes in addition to civil engineering classes. I'm not confident about it but I think I might have also enjoyed computer engineering if I had got chance to study it as I know now its also an art, a creative process of making applicatons/softwares whatever they call it. I needed something creative to study I guess.
But I never knew what I really want to do or study in life. I would do whatever my dad would tell me to do. Once my dad wanted to put me into automobile engineering, I was ready. But later he wanted to put me into civil engineering but I wasn't much impressed as I thought I want to make fancy things and really go techno but civil engineering seemed way too mundane and boring. But somehow I found my way into architectural design and I ended up being good at design.
Hello again! I just watched this video and all I can say is thank you. Architecture has been a joy for me the past year and a half, but sometimes I feel like I'm not as good as everyone else and some people know so much more than me. It's incredibly hard to feel like you don't have what it takes.. But I'm trying to stay positive and remember that I'm only in the beginning of my 2nd year and I have SO much more to learn. I just have to be more optimistic because it'll be so rewarding in the end! So thank you for this video!
+Marysia LaRosa if you're starting out and you feel like you aren't good enough watch this video with Ira Glass. He explains that when you start out at something creative, you get into it because you have good taste and you want to do good work. No one goes into something wanting to be mediocre. But there's a gap between your taste and your skill. So you aren't good yet and you know it bc you have good enough taste to realize your work doesn't live up to your own taste. When you find yourself in that gap, it's important not to quit. I think that those people who have good enough taste to realize their work is missing something are exactly the people who need to stick with it. th-cam.com/video/BI23U7U2aUY/w-d-xo.html
How are you?
I had a lot of insecurity about what I felt I really needed to know. I had to visualize fully on the whole process. The other thing was cost and the limits of school overall. I studied in NYC which at the time was kinda not the ideal cause the school didn't have the facilities of a normal architecture school lacking in studio space entirely. Resources, finance, support, even before starting the program are totally essential.
this is good lesson not only for architecture but it also applies in life. you're mom is a very wise woman
Thank you very much for your video ! I am actually in second year and wondering if it's what i want to do for the rest of my life.
I think even if i pursue an other career after school ( i love photography and this is probably what i really want to do ) architecture is really good to learn a lot of things in life. Again thank you !
any career is good, it's only down to you to find what you enjoy doing, architecture is for the creative, passionate, listener, learner, dedicative, persuasive and dreamer, if you previously studied to be an engineer or an architecture you will find it easier to understand at the graduate level but if you have no idea of what architecture ia about i suggest you take some time to think about what are your career options and reflect on yourself to see what you are already doing which fits the career you will study. Do a lot of reaearch, not a bit, a LOT, before you apply for a course and be confident about it, in any career there are advantages and disadvantages, thats life, its down to you how you manage the things that you wont like about thr career, getting the graduation certificate is important if you want new opportunities, better wage, status, to support a family or someone, for your own satisfaction, you won't have regrets, i see people who quit, didnt go to uni, and they are regreting it but its never late to go and do it, you can prove to the world that.
+STEALTH entertainment well said. When I started architecture school I had a lot of classmates who thought architecture was construction management. I'll never understand how someone can decide to major in something without doing the research into what it's actually about.
You're also right about knowing what's right for you. Everyone is different and enjoys different things. People have to be honest with themselves about what they enjoy. And, like you said, it's never too late. The way I feel about it is that I know I'm going to die one day. I want to make sure I spend the years that I have doing what I enjoy the most or at least moving towards that. At any point, if I really wanted to do a career change, I'd do it, even if it would take several years. Because those years are going to go by anyway. What else are you going to do with that time? You might as well be doing something you love or moving towards doing something you love.
Thanks for the comment!
I am a second year construction economics student. I recently changed programmes from architecture.
It was a really tough decision for me to make leaving my friend and just the whole issue of changing programs. I do have an interest in architecture in that I love and appreciate beautiful buildings and spaces. But I couldn't see myself working as an architect or being an architect. It hasn't been easy when telling people I have changed my program, because I was doing fairly well. All in all I am at peace with myself because I knew I was not in the right place.
Bro it's so tough. This major is competitive, always trying to beat the next student. Im just starting out with a very intense summer program Im currently in. I worked my tail off for the first 2 weeks, I was 100% satisfied with my work, didn't know what else to change. Got my grade back, it was bad and I realized I was towards the bottom of the class. This happened today, made it tough to finish part of my next project. It brought me down. Debating if I should drop after I meet with my instructors tomorrow.
This channel is great.
I'm currently in my second year. And right now this is literally killing me everyday, I only chose because its what my family had always been telling me to get and grew to actually think it was for me. But when I got there, I thought like why am I even doing this. I'm already trying to make a process to shift courses.
How are you? I'm in my 3rd year now and I'm experiencing the same thing.
Guys am 1st year am getting confused
@@sidko7804 same, i felt really intimidated cuz I see a lot of people shifting XD
did you graduated?
You should do a video on Jr college and the transfer process into architecture school. I haven't been able to find any videos online explaining the Jr college architecture transfer process in the U.S.
thank you! very helpful
This video help me verymuch....
Just started my Master of Architecture after getting an interior design degree (which I loved) and I'm so miserable. My parents wanted me to get the degree so badly and I felt like it was the only way I would be "successful" I finally decided to quit and it's the most liberating and freeing feeling. Literally my mental health was taking SUCH a toll. I knew I was never going to be an architect within the first week of classes, I stuck with it through two project to see if the passion would come to me, nope I'm happy to quit lol
I have a coworker who likes designing interiors much more than doing exterior / building construction details. I’m kindof the opposite. But we each have our strengths. You have to figure out what you want. And when you’re mostly focusing on the area that interests you, you’ll do a better job at it and feel more fulfilled 👍
your feedback loop is very integrated, thanks! (I was gonna say positive- but I guess I'd rather say 'real')
ahhh stumble upon your vlog.i am civil engineer , currently am going to architecture school for master. I have never imagine that would be this hard (considering subset on basic math) --history, art, technical part, law, stc..so when to quit architecture..
A true architect might bloom after 40-50 years of practice. Architecture school covers less than 1% of the whole thing.
There is the basic philosophical essence of architecture, there is history of architecture, there are many outstanding individual architects to study, there is abstract space study, light, color and texture, zoning archetypes, shape archetypes, ecology, environmental studies, geographical studies, topological studies, anthropological studies, sociological studies, psychological studies, basic urban and rural requirements, particular urban and rural requirements, codes, rules and norms, building materials, building techniques particular to each material, architectural products market, plumbing, mechanical and electrical products, special products, energy efficiency, land market, housing market, real estate appraisal, business management, project management, financial skills, sales, drawing, drafting, modeling, lay-outing, graphic composition, photography, software and computer skills, coordinating skills and many other things you will need to at least be good at if ever master to become a great architect. Architecture school is just the teeny weeny tip of the iceberg. The outer world if extremely harsh to architects.
I think It’s funny your conclusion is that architects are victims of the world. I don’t think that way at all, and you won’t see any pity parties around here.
I'm in Grade 11 this opening. Your videos are awesome! Keep making. New subbie here. From Philippines. xo
+Angela Trias thanks for the support!
It takes a very solid person to continue with architecture even after you get a diploma. If you do not work in a top-notch firm, with challenging work, you may end up thinking you are throwing your life away. Unless you are a "star" an architect is like a hired hand that facilitates the wishes of corporate clients or some rich person who tells you what to do. "When will I get to use the creative problem-solving I developed over four or five years of my college education?" You either find a good niche or you give up. If you are only in it to make money, you are in the wrong profession. Seriously.
I would argue that it takes countless sacrifices accompanied by denial, and not a "solid person", to stick with architecture. I'd give a lot to go back to architecture school and have someone tell me this. Instead, I had to learn this by observing the countless talented but nearly burnt out architects around me (and in a top-notch firm as well). I am about to quit this industry and the look I get from these people is almost depressing. I see they know it's the right thing to do (some of them have personally told me this), but they are unable to take that decision for themselves. For some it's too late, others just don't have the resources. Some are neck-deep in denial.
This argument, that you need dedication, strength, talent, or whatever it is that makes a person "solid", in order to remain an architect, is simply a defense mechanism. A defense mechanism that shields one from facing a harrowing fact, that they may have just poured a lot into a field that turned out not as glamorous as they thought, and that they might have made a big mistake. It's easier to attribute staying in a rotten field to great dedication, than fear or failure.
@@martita4864 Fortunately for me, my education and experience in architecture have served me well in doing other things that are more reliable as an income source. In related creative fields that are less involved with longterm construction and/or large budget considerations. I am reminded of how, after WW2, many architects in Italy turned their design talents to industrial design.
my class started with around 80 student, and by 4th year, it was 6 students. I believe only 3 of us got our degree, and I am the only one with an architectural job ... It's a tough path.
@Rachel G That’s rough! We started with between 150 and 200 and finished somewhere around 40. But I can’t imagine what it must have been like to have a class of 6 😬
I got 100 for my very first plate, and I still find it dreadful. I wake up everyday going to school dreading making plates. They said I will eventually learn to love it, but reall I don't see myself being an Architect for the rest of my life. I think I'm called for Medicine and the only thing keeping me in Architecture is the Title of a Noble Profession.
t's only the second month of my first year of architecture. Glad I found this. I'm frustrated because I love my major so much but for the last three projects my presentations have always been one of the weakest. It's hard because I pull all nighters in the studio for two weeks then present in front of 90 students only to have one of the weakest projects. It's not that I dislike my major at all. I'm starting to worry I'll graduate and not be able to compete with the other talented architects for jobs or projects. Was there anything that strengthened your work?
+Caitlyn Kimura 1. Don't pull all nighters. You might think they help but they don't. The sleep is better for you and better for your project. 2. It's okay if you aren't that great yet, the point of going to school is to become good. Maybe you have a cap on your natural skill and you won't be the best, but you won't even know if that's true or not until you stick it out for awhile and see how you improve. And if you really like it, then sticking it out seems like a great option lol. To get better at your work get honest feedback from good teachers and students who know what they're talking about and then act on it.
How are you now?
Is it different for transfer students who decided they want to be an architect in community college
I really imagine myself being an architect. And i think i have the passion but it’s just hidden somewhere deep down my heart. And i feel like my classmates are so good and im so bad at designing.
Sometimes when you look at some else’s work, it seems more creative to you simply because you wouldn’t have thought of it. But there may be other people looking at your work thinking the same thing. Don’t sell yourself short.
Don't give up. It needed until the end of my bachelors for me to really develop the passion, now I own my own practice and my master projects where one of the best :) don't worry and do what you like. Sometimes professors also force you into a way of working or a project that is not YOU, it took me years to realize that some bad reviews are just different opinions and good reviews are always constructive.
I have been studying architecture for a year and half I feel like I am killing myself mentally it was a new experience out of the school life it showed me many stuff I can do but I don’t feel like I can continue if I am struggling with the main part and that is designing every design sucks part of my life I don’t know if it has anything with the way I was brought up but I never started doing my own ideas before architecture usually I just develop someone’s idea (usually my friends ideas) it is so hard for me to be creative to start the idea it self 😓💔my jury is in the 23rd I am still thinking of dropping the course even tho I only have a month left I don’t know what to do anymore 💔
Don’t judge your ideas too early. Let them come out, even if they’re bad. Then edit later. Produce and withhold judgment, then edit at a different time. Learning to not judge yourself is an important lesson whether you continue architecture or not.
Drew Paul Bell thanks for your advice I will try my best💜 and I decided to study for one more semester and see if I still feel the same 😇
I'm 23 n have invested 3 years already in architecture school + got a year drop so I'm in 2nd year now n have realised that I'm not made for this course 1 thing i developed in course is my photography n i love doing it but don't know how to convince my parents to let me pursue as a career i don't know if i'll survive remaining years without getting another drop cuz i struggle too much with the technical subjects & know i won't be practicing architecture. can you tell me how do i explain this to my parents. thanks
See if you can start earning money doing photography on the side. If you can’t earn money doing it, then it should remain your hobby, not your main job. If you want to pursue a job in photography, give your parents proof (not promises) that you can make it work.
And as I always say: Don’t quit architecture because it’s hard. Only move on if it won’t make you happy.
what if i found out that i like structural engineering more than architecture in my 3rd year of studies what should i do ! can i get a dual degree in both ??
+Nejib Toumi check with your university to find out if you can get a dual degree. I think that's a cool combination if you can get it and you're interested in it.
Is architecture purely on the design aspect?
Nope. Not in the profession any way. In school it can be. It depends on the teacher.
what happend if u dont really struggle?
+Neil Pacheco then don't become complacent. For some people I knew it, seemed super easy for them to come up with cool buildings and presentations. Their struggle was to stay motivated and not become complacent.
thank god i quit architecture it was never for me
when did you quit? how long after you started?
this is not for me. I quit. I got my license and I will only design my own house. No more meetings :D
05:49 my case :(
I literally need help here!! it's been just 2 months that I have been in architecture school..! and I am not enjoying all these stuff!! I have no idea should I quit or continue..!
+vibodh melayya You don't enjoy ALL the stuff?? ...you're never going to enjoy ALL the stuff. No matter what you do. Filmmakers have parts of their job they hate. So do accountants.
I'll somehow manage to cmplt d course!! how 'll life be ftr completing it?? Will I earn enough??
+vibodh melayya I don't know. What is 'enough' to you?
If you don’t like it, if it is making you sad. Leave. I was a architect major had the same issues
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ARCHITECTURE IS A SCAM.............DON'T DO IT..........FIND YOURSELF SOMETHING ELSE