I've always loved all the different types of architecture, especially modern/asian, but I could never ever be an architect. My style of art is precise, but not nearly as precise as the precision required for architectural design. Even though math is one of my strongest subjects, I could never have a career that depended on geometry and perfection.
An architect's main job is to create structurally sound, safe, and functional buildings and structures. The average salary of an architect is $106k. There are 3 types of professional architectural degrees offered. A 5 year Bachelor's degree in architecture is generally intended for students with no prior architectural design experience. A 2 year Master's degree in architecture is intended for students who already possess an undergraduate degree in architecture. Also, a 3 or 4 year Master's degree in architecture is offered to students who have other majors. One must possess a license to offer architectural design services in the United States. Generally, an architect's day consists of discussing the statistics of a project, providing drawings and ideas for their clientele, and assuring that structures meet all regulations and codes required of them.
I wonder if there is a designer who just dreams up what the building looks like and then sells the idea to architects. That would be more appealing to me than being saddled with the "safe and sound" design part. Nice review.
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