Where Does Architecture Lead You?

"Each material has its own shadow. The shadow of stone is not the same as that of a brittle autumn leaf. The shadow penetrates the material and radiates its message".

By Sverre Fern, a Norwegian architect known for his designs of private houses and museum. He considered the process of building as an attack on nature. His goal was to create buildings that make people aware of the natural beauty around them.

Architecture is not simply about designing or building structures. It is about the story behind the structure, and the passion with which it was created!

So, if you are passionate about creation, and are wondering what all you could do with your degree in architecture, here are some career options for you:

Architectural Rendering or Architectural Illustration:

Architectural Rendering is the art of creating two dimensional images, or animations, showing the attributes of a proposed architectural design. These renderings are used for real estate sale and play an integral part at the start of any new construction project.

It has two forms, Computer-generated renderings and Hand-Drawn Renderings or Architectural Illustration.

Interior and Spatial Designer

An interior and spatial designer is involved in the design or renovation of internal spaces, including structural alterations, furnishing, fixtures and fittings, lightning and color schemes. Interior and spatial designers work in a range of different commercial or domestic settings. The job combines the efficient and functional use of space with an understanding of aesthetics.

Architectural Journalist

If you have a knack for writing and love for architecture, this might be a perfect career option for you. You could be writing about all the different trends, innovations, reviews etc. You could work for architectural magazines, Newspapers, write blogs for companies, and write course material.

Architectural Historian

Does your heart break when you look at ‘state of art buildings’ being demolished? An Architectural Historian is a person who studies and writes about the history of architecture. You survey areas, which are often on the verge of extinction. You can identify historic structures, and document architectural features, style, history, and significance to the community, and build detailed reports about these buildings.

Corporate Architect

A corporate architect is the one who designs corporate spaces used by companies. He focuses on designing and constructing buildings, spaces or environments with the aim to meet the needs of the business community.

Cartographer

A cartographer is involved with the scientific, technological and artistic aspects of developing, and producing maps. Cartographers present complex information as diagrams, charts and spreadsheets, as well as in the form of conventional maps. Maps and detailed geographical information from cartographers are needed for a range of purposes, from everyday use by individuals to large-scale industrial development.

Landscape Architect

Another career option can be designing gardens and parks. A landscape architect is involved in the planning, designing and sometimes even in the direction of a landscape, garden, or distinct space. Landscape architecture is the profession that practices the art of arranging or modifying the features of a landscape, or an urban area, for aesthetic and/or practical purposes.

Urban Planner

Living in a crowded city makes you realize the importance of an urban planner. He works towards optimizing the effectiveness of a community's land use and infrastructure. The importance of the urban planner is increasing in present times, as modern society begins to face issues of increased population growth, climate change and unsustainable development.

Thus, architecture opens a world full of opportunities for you in the space of design, creation and optimization!