I'm applying to architecture school and I don't have that many pieces I feel super confident about, but I have spent a considerable amount of time playing The Sims 4. So, just wondering if it's a good idea to add screenshots of builds I've made in the Sims to my portfolio. If I did this, I would also include sketches of floorplans.

Just curious cus I'm so stressed rn and running out of time!

Hi everyone, in my last year of business undergrad, I realized what I wanted to do, and I decided to go to grad school for architecture. I've always enjoyed building things, but I never thought to actually study it. And I was just wondering if having pictures in my portfolio would work? I have taken a few pictures that I am proud of, and I decided to kind of base my portfolio on my cats because they are my biggest inspiration, but I also don't want to overwhelm it with paw prints and just cats. I attached one of the pictures I took; I'm not sure if its portfolio worhty as I think it is. I know it will be hard to get admitted, but I just want to try, and I'm sure that with practice and maybe a few years I'll be able to get in. I'm not in a rush to get a master's i just want to study something that actually interests me. Any feedback is welcome!

i have an assignment to draw the five compositions (linear radial cluster centralized grid) on 2x2 grid paper
my professor is very strict and harsh so i want to show my work here and get opinions on what i should change before submitting so hopefully i dont have to resubmit

first is centralized
second is grid
third is linear
fourth is radial
fifth is cluster

I’m an international student from South Asia planning to pursue architecture in the United States, and I’m currently unsure about the best time to submit my college applications. Should I aim for the November deadlines or apply during the December–January period?

I still need to complete my college essays and architecture portfolio, and my October SAT score wasn’t as good as I had hoped. I’m registered to take the SAT again in November, but I’m uncertain about how to proceed. Would it be better to apply earlier with a less polished portfolio and essays, or take more time to strengthen my application and apply later?

I’d really appreciate some guidance on how to approach this situation, considering that I’m an international student applying for architecture programs and hoping to maximize my chances of admission and scholarships.

Located on the third level of the tower, Eiffel's private apartment was not large, but it was cozy. In contrast to the steely industrial girders of the rest of the tower, the apartment was reported to be, "furnished in the simple style dear to scientists." The walls were covered in warm wallpaper and the furniture included soft chintzes, wooden cabinets, and even a grand piano, creating a comfortable atmosphere, perched nearly 1,000 feet in the air. Adjacent to the small apartment were some laboratory areas equipped with the experimentation gear of the day.

It just seems so cool, the refracted light passing through the water must give the lounge such a cozy feeling.

Architect: Saham-o-saltane Ameri fard

The city Hall of Charleroi is a government building with a mix of classicism and Art Deco,it started being Build in 1931 and finished its construction in 1936,3 year before Belgium is invaded by Germany,it was designed by local Architect from Charleroi being Joseph André(who build many thing in Charleroi like the "palais des beaux-arts,churches,houses,..and many other things) and he collaborated with Jule Cézar,The Charleroi City hall is the biggest city hall of Wallonia simply since it was build during Charleroi's prime(1830 to 1950) being a economical monster rivaling capitals being one of the first city to industrialise(since Wallonia is the second region to Industrialise),Known for steel and coal while also making glass,trains and many things.It was build cause of how tiny and outdated the old city hall was compared to what Charleroi has became and it was part of the Joseph's Tirou "grand projet" plan of urbanisation modernisation of Charleroi that made what most of Charleroi is today,it was a key aspect infact of that plan!Another impressive thing abt this city hall compared to most Walloon one is the fact the Belfry is directly incorporated in it,being 70M high the Charleroi's belfry is the 10th highest beffroy in Belgium and Third(3th) in wallonia,the Belfry look over the Place du Manège where the Palais des beaux arts also sit,making a interesting contrast between the art deco and classic architecture of the Befry and late modernism(with a bit of art deco) architecture of the palais des beaux art(with ofc all of the traditional looking house from Charleroi Inbetween),for people that don't know what a belfry is,its a type if religious building that instead of belonging to a religious authorities it belonged to a civil one,it represent municipal independance,wealth and freedom,its also a way to have an alarm(with bell) and a clocktower for the people,belfry are traditionally Belgian and you can see where how far has belgian population lived even outside of modern border by a belfry "population" data which is interesting.

The City Hall of Charleroi and its Belfry with many building build during the city's prime is always a remember to anyone passing through or that live in the city how important Charleroi was compared to modern day..

Ps:sorry to the moderators abt my first post here i didn't know abt the only one building part and sorry for my english its not the best.

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I'm really interested in how we can build homes with the solarpunk ethos, using technology to create something sustainable/eco friendly etc and incorporating it right into the architecture. Does anyone know of any books like this?

Hey everyone,

As the title says, I’m 26F. I moved back to Singapore in 2023. It took me six months to find my first job as an assistant architectural designer (which I never really liked). Honestly, moving here has been one long culture shock rollercoaster, and I don't even know what’s real anymore.

At the first job they let me go after six months. After another painful six months of job searching, I took a short WSQ course to get into BIM. I worked for a sub-contractor first, then moved to a main contractor where I stayed for slightly more than a year. I recently quit because I just couldn't take it anymore.

I get that technical drawings are essential, but making architectural shop drawings on a daily basis felt very tedious and soul-draining. My manager was constantly catching errors in my work, and it started feeling less like architectural job and more and more like a glorified architectural data entry. I feel like I’ve strayed so far from actual architecture, and there's no going back. (I studied overseas as part of a COVID batch, so my education wasn't the best experience either).

Beyond the work itself, the workplace environment here feels like a real corporate graveyard. People just clock in, do their work, and leave .The pay wasn't great either. In all this time, I haven't made a single proper connection.

The thing is, I still love art, design and architecture. I'm a self-taught artist, an extrovert who feeds on people's energy, and someone who thrives on social interaction and creative problem-solving.

The thing is, I still love architecture and design. I want to improve, but I'm an extrovert who feeds on people's energy, loves problem solving, and thrives on social interaction. I’m also a self-taught artist and have always loved art.

Do I need to make a full career pivot into something much more people centric and creative.

Send help, career advice, transition ideas, memes, or anything! TIA! 🙏

Hi, I’m a year 13 (F) I’m really confused on this whole process and I just want to understand how to do these:

How do I make my cv for this? Do I need work experience specific for architecture because I don’t have any? Or can it just be any work experience?

Also, I need help with guidance for my portfolio. I am stuck on how to even start and what to do.

I’d really appreciate any other further advice! Thank you.