Careers In Architecture

Architect: Eat Your Greens
There is a vast range of work you can do as an architect: You can build schools, churches, stores and homes. You can build yourself up to work in a prestigious firm or freelance. Distinguish yourself with your creativity. Be "Green" design savvy. As concern rises for the environment, people will be considering this element in new construction.

Architect: Up on the Roof
Don't shoot a nail into your foot. I'm just kidding, but I actually did that once. I was working on a roof and I guess I was working too fast. But seriously, you have to know this is demanding work, and you have to travel around to do it. All that said, I love what I do and I'm proud of what I leave behind. Most people don't know anything about the buildings they live and work in. I can tell you what a wall is made of and more than likely how it was put together. And whether or not it's any ...

Architect: I Built That
It is important to have brains and muscles here. In particular, if you want to work for yourself, you need the intellectual and creative capacity to envision your projects and the muscles to actually do them. There are basically two types of carpenters: structural and detail. Many people like the idea of the latter, that is, being someone who creates individualized pieces of furniture, framing, etc. This can be difficult to make into a career that brings in enough income. Structural carpenter...