What does a Architect do?
- Studies the client's needs and the site
- Prepares the concept, plans and drawings
- Ensures compliance with codes and safety
- Coordinates with engineers and builders
Which skills do you need?
Design / draftingCAD softwareCompositionEngineering basicsBuilding codesVisual thinkingCommunication
How to become a Architect?
- 1Bachelor's: architecture
- 2Master's + CAD / design software
- 3Licence and practice at a design firm
What is the work environment like?
Mixed: designing in the office, supervising construction on site. The pace rises around deadlines and approvals.