Ways to obtain work in Architecture | By Luck

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Ways to obtain work in Architecture | Professional Practice

In my previous article, I discussed the method of obtaining work “By Specialization”. Now we will move on with the discussion on the next method “By Luck”.

Here is the list of different ways in which the work can be obtained:

  1. From Friends and relatives
  2. By your work
  3. By specialization
  4. By Luck
  5. By Winning architectural competition
  6. Through Chartered accountants and advocates
  7. Before setting up your practice
  8. Waiting period
  9. Setting up your office
  10. Telephone
  11. Computer Networking
  12. Regular attendance

By Luck | Professional Practice

It may happen that you come across a stranger in a journey or in a party. Then you are involved in a conversation with him. Towards the end of the talk, being impressed by you, he offers to commission you for a project.

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Technical Transformations in Architecture | Impact of Industrial Revolution

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Architectural transformations were the main focus since the beginning of industrial revolution.
Three major types of architectural transformations were brought about:

  1. Cultural transformations that we discussed in the earlier article
  2. Technical transformations
  3. Terrotorial transformations

In this article, we will deal with “Technical transformations in Architecture”.

Kew Gardens - Cast iron house at the Botanical garden
Kew Gardens - Cast iron house at the Botanical garden

Industrial revolution brought about in the development of machines working on steam power which brought about the development of railways.

Rotary steam power and the iron frame came into being at around the same time through the interdependent efforts of three men:

  1. James Watt
  2. Abraham Darby
  3. John Wilkinson

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Things to do before setting up Practice in Architecture

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Ways to obtain work in Architecture | Professional Practice

In my previous article, I discussed the method of obtaining work “Through Chartered accountants and advocates“. Now we will move on with the discussion on the next method “Things to do before setting up Practice”.

Here is the list of different ways in which the work can be obtained:

  1. From Friends and relatives
  2. By your work
  3. By specialization
  4. By Luck
  5. By Winning architectural competition
  6. Through Chartered accountants and advocates
  7. Before setting up your practice
  8. Waiting period
  9. Setting up your office
  10. Telephone
  11. Computer Networking
  12. Regular attendance

Before setting up your practice | Guide to Professional Practice

I have already made a mention about increasing opportunities of jobs for a young architect in the government and other organizations. You shall make a self assessment or introspection and decide what are you cut for. If you are inclined towards the government service, better join the government service earlier. A private practice is a path full of uncertainty, rather slow and unsteady monetary progress, but gives the pleasure of creation. You shall choose this path with full devotion.

Some of you may be lucky to join a running concern and to be partner in the course of time. Your parents or close relations may have an established practice where you will be a partner in near future. Sometimes your boss may offer you associateship in his practice, if he is pleased with you. But most of you may have to make your own headway in establishing your own practice.

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Design of Luxury Apartments | India’s New Urban Address

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Growing New Concept of Townships

Indians are better placed monetarily now and are demanding world class amenities with value added services. Builders are willing to comply to the demands of customers who are willing to spend handsomely for better facilities.

Common value additions such as planned landscaping, huge large scale layouts, facilities like central air conditioning, electronic access controls, swimming pools with Jacuzzis, recreational spaces are some in the list of Luxury Apartments.

Luxury Apartments
Luxury Apartments

Concept of Townships

The concept of townships has arrived with a bang due to ever increasing housing demand. It is in huge demand by the elite rich. High end Amenities within the apartments is a part of package. The concept of a township embraces all the basics, the highly essential schools, hospitals and the much needed recreational facilities.

The location is very important factor as it should signify pride and dignity for the customer.

Premium and exclusive condominiums, villas, penthouses and row houses with beautiful landscapes is the new address of the rich who seek a sumptuous lifestyle.

The amenities in the apartment should enhance the locational experience and make the apartment a part of natural surroundings.

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