We spend so much of our lives working, in my opinion you are far better off doing something you love even if it pays you less, as long as you can cover a reasonable cost of living.
30X40 Design Workshop how to attract client more into architectural buisness I’m just beginner been in Architect world for roughly 7years. But my prob is how to get expose and attract more client. So I don’t have to go everywhere to get client. Need ur advice
Here in Puerto Rico , it’s very different . An entry March graduate could earn between 8 to 10 usd per hour, 15 to20 if experienced unlicensed top. Not to mention other constraints . If you’re licensed the best is to practice on your own . Congratulations for your videos!! Keep it up!
Another quick topic to mention should be location. My first job at an architecture office happened to be in NYC and I started at 50,000/ year. You can average about 3,000 - 5,000/ year raises after that in the city. I was in a position that moved very quickly and by my 3rd year there I was making 80,000 based on my design skills/ qualifications. As Eric mentioned, you can move very quickly if you become an expert in a specific field or branch. Long story short, I soon moved out of the city and im working in an Architecture firm in upstate New York. After my 3 years of experience in the city, my starting salary is 55,000/ year, but im much happier. Location in an urban or rural setting has a very big impact on salary, but one of the biggest takeaways you learn...its not all about the money.
Hey, It sounds like you are doing good in the architectual business. I'm 14 and in my 3rd year of Highschool in a Caribbean country, planning to become an architect but i don't know how well i will succeed in this 3rd world country. Do you have any tips that could help me? #Sean O'Connell
@@tayshaungentle2871 i would say start networking if you haven't already. Whether it's in your country or another country. What are your goals? Do you want to stay where you're at or are you willing to relocate? Also, start researching schools. Doesn't have to be Yale or Harvard. You can go to a much more affordable university (speaking about US). I don't know too much about the Caribbean schools. But, if you are planning to come to the US, then you need to make sure your experience and credits will transfer to the US. I've known people who were educated in other countries only to have their classes not transfer because of the university they went to. That would be unfortunate. In the US if you really really really want to be an Architect you need to go to an accredited school that has the 5 year Bachelor of Architecture. I went to a 4 year University and have a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. That is a pre-professional degree and you'd have to have 2 years of a Masters to get accredited. That's called the 4+2 program. I'm fortunate though. When I graduated I am still able to get my license with the 4 year degree thankfully. It's on my to do list, but I'm in construction now.
@@hockley91 Thank you so much for the helpful tips. I will surely take them into consideration as i continue my studies. I just want to be successful in life doing something i like, Which would be in Architecture or Planning/ Designing houses. Have a nice day as you have already made mine.
@@hockley91 wow that's thst such a blessing, wishing the best to you! How come I hear architecture is at leeeaast 5 years? If a uni says 5 years, should I consider it would take 6 or 7 too? Without the Masters
@@mvp5332 Thanks for the comments! The 5 year degree is a Bachelor of Architecture. it's an accredited degree and will allow you to be licensed in all 50 states. Unless you have other things going on in your life it should take you five years. I have the four year pre-professional degree. That is a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. That is a four year degree. That will limit the choices I have to be licensed in certain states. However, I got my degree years ago and fortunately I am able to get licensed here in my State of Texas.
awesome. first bonus check i ever received as an intern i went out and bought a leather chair...wasn't large enough to get an eames...but it remains one of my best investments...
So far, I have only come across this architecture vlogging/youtube channel that actually touch on real life of an architect. We are fed with so many wishywashy conceptual things and so many top architecture schools are full of imaginary things in which the students love to adore.
funny how disconnected the actual practice of a profession can be from the academic training we offer our students... thanks for sharing your thoughts...
I am about to start archi. college in less than 3 weeks in Germany, honestly i can't wait! Even though a lot of people said its not a great job since u need experience and so on. I wont give up. I would also like to thank you sir, for your wonderful videos. Keep being great, cheers to you all. God bless!
you're about to enter one of the most rewarding times of your life my friend...enjoy it...forget the naysayers. you'll find negative people in every profession, heads down and focus on making things and you'll do well...best to you in archi-school
Eric - Very inspired by your work. I worked as a management consultant for health tech companies for 7 years and still do it on the side, but have transitioned into a building career and found your channel looking for videos on how to draw floor plans. Currently apprenticing with a semi-retired builder here in Oakland, CA. I can attest that a bunch of money once your basic needs are met, does not buy more happiness and as you've alluded, keeping your expenses low is pretty much a superpower to having the freedom to do what you want as far as I'm concerned. I've sent this video to an architect friend of mine as a source of inspiration. Cheers.
I studying Environmental Science and Management in Australia. That and architecture were equally as interesting to me, and so I went with Enviro. But its missing the creativity that architecture has! You make architecture feel like more of an aspiration to me with every video of yours I watch! And you hit the nail on the head when you talk about what success is to you. Thanks for oyu great videos!
Too bad Hollywood, made the Architect life style is all about fancy car, clothes and everything. So I grew up thinking that how its going to be, went to college than got hit by reality so fast hahaha. However, if you have the passion at least you would be happy doing a good respectable creative job (not threaten by automation in the future), building lasting building, something great for the community. If the working life doesn't suit you, its easy to do a career shift because architecture college prepares you for a lot of things. Design, art, engineering, management, marketing, environmental, computer, even filming and animation. It's one of the hardest colleges, so it will make most of these things seems easier in terms of time and effort needs to put in them.
so true, our training prepares us for many different career paths...very few who attend architecture school actually go on to be licensed architects. I do believe we can change how we're compensated and I'm always experimenting in my practice with new ways to earn more...those fancy cars / clothes don't do well on job sites anyhow...
I actually liked your videos on having a Passive Income, it's really important to have it. It makes you flexible and more experienced. Even if the economy takes a hit, you wont suffer as much. We now suffer temporary in Egypt from this after the devaluation of our currency in half! So having a passive income online in dollars can become higher than our monthly salaries with the local currency.
@@HanaTNT Romans 8:17 and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him so that we may also be glorified with Him. ///// Build your house on the mountain that is Jesus Christ, money is fleeting.
I'd like to say that your channel is extremely motivational and I thank you for that. I'm a junior graphics designer and the fact I get to work from home and helping people achieve the designs they dream of makes me go to bed happy every night. Knowing I helped them achieve something makes me feel that sense of fulfillment. End of story, less expenses = happier life, don't be a slave to consumerism.
I'm an architect student in the U.K. and in my second year now- your advice and videos have tremendously helped ease me through the first year and I will continue to watch you until I finish my degree 😃 keep up the good work and thank you for your help!
I still remember when I was at the first year of the university, one of my professors told us that if we wanted to make a lot of money, don't be an architect lol
MissMiia also depends on what city you work at, I’m in arch school, but I was lucky enough to start designing coming out of highschool since I got associated with a construction company that would pass me any drawings and designs that they needed. So at a fairly young age I was getting known as a designer in Los Angeles. So that has helped me make some money to reinvest in equipment and employees.
Excellent summation of the topic. I'm in the bottom 10% in terms of fee earning. But I am self-employed, work on average a three day week, have no debt., time to enjoy gardening, my relationships, and feel that I have found my niche in residential projects. If I wanted to earn even whatever it is that the middle 50% earn, I would have to commute for 4 hours to work a 5 day week and sit at a desk pushing a mouse around for most of the time.
ngl, didn't expect such a useful and to the point video on the topic. Everywhere you look, you find people saying buzz words, "well, you won't make money at the start but keep working and it'll pay off, right?" And no real advice. But this video is freaking gold. Love you for this.
Great video! I've been a designer for 15 years and worked for myself for 9 years so far. I am not licensed but very experienced in many practices and technology, management, finance, marketing, etc so that has helped me to have the courage and freedom to pursue my own business. I have also diversified my services more recently to include photography, videography and aerial drone services to supplement income between the big jobs. The longer I do this the more I agree that earning passive income is the key to an enjoyable level of success without burning yourself out...unfortunately that phase of development is still in progress for me, so I continue to fight with selling my time, luckily my business is debt free and cash flows all expenses and purchases, plus my salary (this is the first year I have exceeded my income working for someone else as well). There's still room to grow, but I'm glad there are people like you out there inspiring me!
good on you my friend...sounds like you have a fantastic thing going. it's a struggle though, I'm right there with you. it's easy to fall into the consulting model (trading time for dollars) b/c it is lucrative...! keep at it and share what you're learning, I'm someone who doesn't believe this is a zero sum game...room for all us to do well for ourselves and our families...cheers...!
It's actually really good if you have "people oriented spirits" like a doctor. Because it is the only way you can really enjoy it beside how much you earning every month *sorry for bad english*
Wow! That sounds AMAZING! I'm 14 and I am very interested in having property architecture as my main income and to develop/flip/rent properties as an additional path of income to create finacial success - good on you my friend - keep up what you are doing, it sounds awesome! :)
As a high school student hoping to become an architect this helped me a lot in thinking of how to run and track my life and goals thank you for doing what you do and I am pleased to find your channel I hope to learn a lot more from you. Would you mind doing a videos on different school I. The Midwest that have good programs I’m still looking for schools and don’t know which ones are better than others
Dude! Fellow self-employed "architect" here (unlicensed but thriving under another's wings). Thanks for the awesome vids and inspiration. You're a smart m-Fer! Also, I LOVE the pace and diction of your videos. Reality tends to move too slowly for me most of the time. Lets get efficient and effective! Godspeed
Another good video. I like to call myself "Self Unemployed"! :-) I have never practiced for the money. I have told my kids "If you are good at what you do, you will make money".. I liken my doing architecture to playing on a football team. All I want to do is play! I don't want to be the famous QB or running back who everyone knows and get the big bucks. They usually don't last that long. I want to be the 2nd string left tackle that gets to play in the league for 15 years. Why? Because I get to play for 15 years! I know you will understand. More common with creatives, "This is my life, this is not just a job". Keep up the good work. Maybe somewhere down the road we can do a hangout just to share battle scars. Have a relaxing weekend!
i've really just chose architecture because i wanted to do something i can enjoy and to have the chance to go to work everyday knowing that i will have a new experience trying new things , i'm graduating university this year and i'm facing alot of problems , i'm not very interested in money but i feel like i couldn't find my self yet , not my designing style or my touch on peojects. I mostly work on projects just to pass or something like that , at the end it wasn't the experience i was hoping for , but finding your channel really helped me to be able to dream again and despite the fact that i'll graduate soon i will try to continue my master degree and try to find myself again because succeed for me is to be able to love what i'm doing and make people love it as well !
This is 100% great advice on budgeting and managing your financial life. As he notes, you have to like the analytical part of being an architect, the people making really big incomes are developers, there are no country clubs or yacht harbors full of rich architects. If you want the official, legal title “Architect “ registration is the first thing to do after school, no excuses.
I'M IN LOVE WITH THIS CHANNEL! Being young industrial/automotive designer living in a (smaller) corporate world, these invaluable advices really push me towards an independent and creative future. Thank you!
Just after watching a few videos of yours... as an aspiring architecture student, I can say you’re one hell of a knowledgeable man, great resource for architects in general, and extremely inspiring with your organization and communication skills!! Thank you ! Please keep doing what you’re doing.
This is one of the reasons that I’m getting into the Architecture profession. Not the money, the fulfillment that I hope to find. Going back for masters in August! Thanks for this video.
I can't stop watching your videos. I'm almost 30 but I've wanted to be an architect since I was a kid. Your advice and ideas are helping to shape my vision and I can't wait to check back in when I've finally reached my personal level of success.
Can't stress getting your license enough. It's night and day. I postponed it for 10 years after my IDP was complete. Makes a huge difference, not just in freedom to leave a job but also the respect you get within the community.
Eric you have a great head on your shoulders and your thoughts on debt are vital. One thing to think about is your attitude of only making 12 dollars an hour all those years ago and carrying all that debt. Boy you were up against it and you felt it right? Lots of people never leave that stage and many smart hardworking people watching you would aspire to be making 12 dollars an hour with health insurance included, TODAY. I think the attitude you show and teach on your channel is a big help to people looking to break that cycle, and not merely other architects who aspire to earn more and more. As a great teacher of mine once said: "Don't forget about the lady on the bus."
Amazing video and insights.! I am a young graduate architect from Nigeria. Been rummaging on some of the questions you answered in this video for a while now (working on my own, billing clients et al) and I'm so glad your answers gave me clarity. thank you!
Avid follower from South Africa...I am a Structural Engineer for a Global firm and get to work on amazing buildings, I work very closely with architects and I must say, I love your videos...The inner Architect within my Structural self awakens everytime I click. Also, I like your videos before I even watch😂! Thank You!
Very valid and useful information. I am planning on getting licensed and I am excited for the opportunity to move into that light. I feel as if when I watch the videos that it is an extended architectural education. Keep going!!!! Much appreciated.
Thank you so much for providing such great advice to everyone! I am a first-year Architecture student at Louisiana Tech University. Often, there are stereotypes of what architects are supposed to do after college, you have really helped me expand my options for what is to come of my career. I am declaring a minor in Business Leadership- my dream has always been to either open up my own firm or to be self-employed, your experience and advice is really inspiring. Thank you so much for providing these amazing videos and helping me to keep pushing through, even when things become tough! Have a great day. Best Regards, Katelyn Reynolds
I’m an architecture student in the u.k, in my final year of masters. The advice is great for all aspiring architects... great motivation, wish you all the best!
Cheers Eric another great insightful video and one of the biggest talking points at University. Surprising how many people think that they will be earning millions as an Architect. For me its about the passion of design and physically crafting the world around us; adapting and changing the life of strangers and communities- money doesn't even factor into my success equation. Always an inspiration and looking forward to the next video!
now that's spoken like a true architect. keep - and spread - this attitude every chance you get...we need more of it in the world... thanks for your continued support my friend...appreciate it...
If you want to make the high end of the spectrum, become an expert in a building type, ideally one that will allow you to get great referrals... but also find one that you LOVE. If you're excited about the building type you'll excel. Find the right project type and go for it. The people at the top of the range are likely running large firms, or studios in a large firm or are subject matter experts... all of these roles will have you in a position to bring in accounts and profits. Be careful, being a great technical architect isn't even the end of the game... the rain makers get the big bucks, not the guy who does a really great door schedule, or flashing details... these are easy to find. What's hard is someone who can mix with high net worth prospects and bring in work are GOLDEN. Working for poor people doesn't pay well... find well healed people who will invest in their projects... preferably family businesses where the kids will take over from Mom and Dad... Debt free living is also key (thank you for saying this!), live below your means in good times as my first boss used to say "this profession goes up and down more than a toilet seat"... I've been through 4 major economic downturns (I'm almost 60) and survived every one of them. I'm part of a large firm, my billing rate is over $225/hr. BTW, $150/hr (your example) is what a Project Architect would bill out at. Sr. PA's $20 to $25 more...
A lot was said that few consider. Flat out, live as simply as you can. I stumbled across this because I enjoy architecture but in construction it seems everything is a box and boxes in boxes. Something new that jumps out from everything being done is interesting or architecture no longer used as gothic, cathedral, the various forms of craftsmanship through time. This guy offers good advise.
This talk moves me beyond hope and into possibilities, targeted goals and working methods as I graduated with an MA yrs ago but was 'leveraged' by debts for a long time. Yes,I can do this!
Wow! great video. had read 4hww in 2014 from the hand of a Microsoft programmer who became digital nomad, come on, the typical story (of our times) of the employee who earns 5000 dollars a month, gets tired of his work, disclaimer and becomes an online reference of his sector, owns their time, earns more than as an employee and all this without touching his savings (which has invested in index funds that will pay their retirement). the American dream of the 21st century. At that time I was finishing my 1st year of architecture, with 24 years. At last I had found the profession with which I felt identified and how to contribute to the world and felt that I had shit. was sure that there would be no way to productivize something as complex and personalized as architecture. Finding this channel was a great, great relief. we should not always wait to 'see' or be told that something can be done, but sometimes we simply need it. Now I'm thinking HOW I can do it. sometimes I become obsessed with my brand, a name or an identity instead of staying focused 24/7 on getting the degree! I do not know if I think the product or the brand first. I do not know if I bet hard to receive myself quickly and then create passive income, or try to do what I can as I can while completing the race, in 10 years (yes, bad idea 'choosing' most expensive and hard career having to work meantime haha) Or maybe stop thinking about all this and just do things that I like (draw, experiment with materials, design interior of stores, decoration items, etc. etc.), try, experiment, and let the product appear 'alone'. At this stage I am now. I hope to leave soon. your idea of packaging the design of a house and selling it is incredible! I blew my head. I hope you are having good results.
+Mauro Cerino...I like the last option best: stop thinking and experiment...that's what I've done and not only has it made life more interesting and fun, but it's always worked out. we're only at the beginning of what's possible using these digital mediums...think how augmented reality is going to transform our profession...that's in its infancy right now. tim ferriss reframed the way i looked at traditional practice and the tired model of trading time for dollars and it's made all the difference in my life. if you haven't read my books they tell the story of all my (failed and successful) experiments: thirtybyforty.com/books
Hi Eric, it's me again .. I have long thought to buy your books! I gave up on doing so at the very beginning because of this "why advance so much, I haven't get my degree" but I see that you can't shut up the worries you carry within haha. I have downloaded the samples for Kindle, and I have read some pages of the first, but I would like to have them on paper. I'm already seeing how to get them. Because of the augmented reality I agree 100% with you. sure there are many niches without exploring there. For the rest, I'll start experimenting, I'm sure you did not create your website, books, etc. in a day, but it was the result of explorations and iterations .. I know that something good will come out of my work. thank you for your comments
Awesome video! Im a 2nd year architecture student in Australia. Your videos inspire me and drive me to be the architect that I want to be along with being successful inlife. This made me realise that being successful doesnt mean I have to be rich, instead it means being happy. Thanks for the good work and keep it up! Liked and subscribed.
Fab content - currently binge listening while working remotely. Some great advise and fantastic detail in all topics. For someone very interested in architecture but went down the technology route these videos are very insightful. Thank you
I have been doing design/build work for many years. I want to congratulate you on a well made video. You may have taken some of the romance of the profession for the up and coming newbees, but, you provided a good dosis of reality!
I'm Struggling right now finding drive but for a few years getting into architecture has been my goal which is increasingly difficult to attain academically (grades). I wanted to thank you for instilling a little more hope in me and giving my goal a tangible result!
Personally Thanks a lot... I consider it a great advice... I'm not architect... I am software designer. Sometimes used to watch your videos in free time. The way you compiled it is also amazing. Once again thanks :)
Your videos are so inspiring. Am I an Architect as well and I want to start working for myself. I think theses videos are going to help me a lot. Thank you so much. Cheers
Hi Eric! I just came across your channel and am blown away by the quality and presentation of insight in each of your videos I've so far! I'm looking forward to watching all of your videos. Thank you for generously sharing your knowledge.
Hello Eric, I find your videos to be inspirational and educational, especially this one about an architect's typical income as well as your videos on model making, which seems to be your passion. To be honest, your sketch models look as good as presentation models. I am currently struggling with trying to complete and repair an architectural model I made in undergrad but cutting acrylic with an OLFA utility knife I find more difficult now than back then when I was in my 20's, more than 25 years ago. I still have not gotten my Masters in Architecture degree but have been pre-accepted into a program on West Coast of the States. I plan to start it in 4 years after I complete my current Masters of Divinity program. Praying to Jesus for you and your family. Please pray for me and my family. God bless, Albert.
I learn so muck just from listening you speaking about architecture that helps me a lot understanding the architecture more and more. Thanks a lot about all the information that you share with as through youtube and i will be glad if i have the chanse to meet you some day somewhere. Good job .
Thank you for the added info and perspective...I'm about to graduate with my B. Env Design in a couple weeks, and this topic has been weighing heavily- as I am continuing on to grad school next semester for my D.Arch (another 3 years. ahhh!). I appreciate your insight and advice to strategizing/realizing what is most important. Keep the videos coming!!
Really great video! I've been looking around for answers to this question and I think this was the most sufficient answer I got. Thanks, and love your channel btw. Best of luck in the future!
$12 an hr “twenty years ago” from when this video was published would have been $18 an hr as of today 2019. Depending where he lived is also a factor, north eastern Kansas in some cities $18 hr is a good paying job.
Eric, Great Video and one that any young architectural student or recently qualified Architect should watch. Like so many when I started out it was all about cash and getting caught up my own created Debt to keep up with the jones and i didn't enjoy my work as an architect because I was swamped in debt. I then discovered Dave Ramsey and Tim Ferris and changed my life around, I found that I started to love the same job and I had been doing for years because I wasn't worrying about money at home and started to concentrate on Me as an architect and what i wanted to do. I then realised that i wanted to go self employed so 4 years later i can say its been a positive change in me and family i still don't have it all ironed out yet but one day i'll get to that passive income! Barry
i want to make a lot of money.... but, i don´t know, i don´t think i want to do anything else but being an architect. Im just in my first year, watching your videos makes me think the things better, about what a want to do, and what should I do to better guide my way. English it´s not my fisrt language but i think i understand enough hahaha. I say Hi from México
Im not an architect. I'm just lookin around for my house construction. But I love your vids, specially those advice u gave that are not just applicable for architects but to life in general. Thanks
Hello, I just applied to one of only two Architecture schools in MN. I must say watching this video added a realistic view to my expectations of earning potential after graduation. Thank you for giving us your honest point of view.
Thanks for the information. I learned a few things from it. I dropped out of architectural school due to family issues but now i feel like i am far behind in the industry standard. It's good to know that there are other avenue to still make money in the architectural industry and make my mark. I will like to see more of this kind of videos. Thanks again.
tHeSwAgGeRLeFt Hello! how are you my friend. I'm an undergraduate architecture student, who happened to have a lot of family issues which driving me crazy. sometimes I'd think of dropping this course. and I'd really like to have a chit chat with you, share experiences, maybe you can give me tips on how to isolate my self and have a proper mindset to move on cuz I really wanna move on, but i feel like everything around is just going to go against me! sorry for taking your time.
i am happy to help wherever i can, but most of the decision will be down to you. as you can tell by now architecture school is not easy and in my experience the whole experience depends on the love/desire you have for the work to be done. With regards my mind set - i got into architecture because i love drawing. Also Eric pointed out the value of exchange and that is also another way to grind through the pain involved in architecture and remember why you are going through this pain You have to sacrifice a lot with family hence sticking to a very strict timetable week in and week out - your timetable will allow you to spend time doing the important things first then everythings else after. such as spending some family time to enable you to pull an all nighter if needed.
im starting to watch all of your videos and it really inspires me a lot, im an Architect here in the philippines and same with you i have my own architectural studio, and i think we have the same passion in photography and music too..
Wow, I have to say you are sharing a wealth of knowledge with your videos! I stumbled upon your channel by chance and have been extremely impressed! You are putting out some very professional and thoughtful content. You will be very successful on the UA-cam platform! Cheers and thanks for the free knowledge you are sharing!
I totally agree with you, In my position, I get some experience and the Jump it to my own projects and contractor, that was a few years in my country, Right now I have to start again, in US, with another lenguage, another Metrical Units, another people, You figure it out? So definetly I am in a path to get licensed, and grow my professional career, thanks for supporting, and keep moving. You are an example for us. Young Architects, thanks again.
I think I found one of my new favorite channels. I'm about 80% I'm about to start school to become an architect...at age 27. I'm just curious on the necessity of gaining a master's degree in the field. How do you feel about this?
good for you my friend...a masters would certainly be req'd for any kind of teaching and would truncate the internship time before you could sit for your licensing exams (if you're headed in that direction)...
Initially getting to deliver on design projects was all I wanted, later I discovered people who I did these designs for (contractors) get to make lots of money and pay me little or nothing because I was not concerned about money, till I wanted a car. I then realized the pretty things in life are not all worthless financially. Money is a new driving factor for me now. If u want me to create a skyscraper, I will.
Great video, man. I really appreciate your work. I really do. You rock!!! I particularly like the idea of revenue diversification. There are many students of architecture to whom this knowledge would be practical. Also, there are many teaching-architects who want to help students. Like - millions. Literally. Have you ever thought of contacting those teachers? The channel visit would flew as a rocket!!!!
Thank you for giving me courage by making this video. It's very informative! I am planning to be an architect. Hoping that I would become a person like you too.
ok so the tips on increasing ur earnings are definitely helpful. wouldnt be able to find a proper answer like this anywhere else. I'm considering studying architecture for uni but to be honest i feel like i might not have the creativity i would need to utilize as an architect.
as a young architect your channel has become a motivational part of my life, I watch and listen carefully to your videos, we need architects like you who motivate us, Thanks for the effort and the quality you put in your videos
As long as I can remember, I've always had a great love for spaces and designs. Whenever I walk into a skyscraper, my heart swells and I grin like an idiot. Whenever I'm in a park, I feel one with my surroundings. When I'm in a stylish lobby or lounge, my eyes light up from the colorful furnishings and decorations. I even floor plan for fun (I know, I'm a huge dork. 😛🤓) I've wanted to be an architect since I was 12. Now I'm 18, about to start at a technical college, and I'm really nervous. I'm pretty sure I want to be an architect, but I don't know if it's 100% a good idea. There are a lot of scary books and articles of horror stories about how many architects become paycheck-to-paycheck wage slaves, and how many never actually get to design anything. Just CAD 24/7. Your video and others like it helped me to quell my fears a little bit, but more specifically, what should I do? Any advice for a fretful noob?
Check out the book I mentioned that changed my approach to time, life and business: thirtybyforty.com/4hww
We spend so much of our lives working, in my opinion you are far better off doing something you love even if it pays you less, as long as you can cover a reasonable cost of living.
As my Dad always says, time is something you can't get back, money can be made but be happy making it!
30X40 Design Workshop what does annual salary mean?
30X40 Design Workshop how to attract client more into architectural buisness I’m just beginner been in Architect world for roughly 7years. But my prob is how to get expose and attract more client. So I don’t have to go everywhere to get client. Need ur advice
Here in Puerto Rico , it’s very different . An entry March graduate could earn between 8 to 10 usd per hour, 15 to20 if experienced unlicensed top. Not to mention other constraints . If you’re licensed the best is to practice on your own .
Congratulations for your videos!! Keep it up!
An architect in my town started from nothing 10 years ago and now has a private jet and offices all over.
LOL
Progress and determination
hmmm ... 10years live target... I was sure that just a legend.. but its evidence that really works! ;-D
It took me 10 years just to become an architect. *sigh*
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Another quick topic to mention should be location. My first job at an architecture office happened to be in NYC and I started at 50,000/ year. You can average about 3,000 - 5,000/ year raises after that in the city. I was in a position that moved very quickly and by my 3rd year there I was making 80,000 based on my design skills/ qualifications. As Eric mentioned, you can move very quickly if you become an expert in a specific field or branch. Long story short, I soon moved out of the city and im working in an Architecture firm in upstate New York. After my 3 years of experience in the city, my starting salary is 55,000/ year, but im much happier. Location in an urban or rural setting has a very big impact on salary, but one of the biggest takeaways you learn...its not all about the money.
Hey, It sounds like you are doing good in the architectual business. I'm 14 and in my 3rd year of Highschool in a Caribbean country, planning to become an architect but i don't know how well i will succeed in this 3rd world country. Do you have any tips that could help me? #Sean O'Connell
@@tayshaungentle2871 i would say start networking if you haven't already. Whether it's in your country or another country. What are your goals? Do you want to stay where you're at or are you willing to relocate? Also, start researching schools. Doesn't have to be Yale or Harvard. You can go to a much more affordable university (speaking about US). I don't know too much about the Caribbean schools. But, if you are planning to come to the US, then you need to make sure your experience and credits will transfer to the US. I've known people who were educated in other countries only to have their classes not transfer because of the university they went to. That would be unfortunate. In the US if you really really really want to be an Architect you need to go to an accredited school that has the 5 year Bachelor of Architecture. I went to a 4 year University and have a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. That is a pre-professional degree and you'd have to have 2 years of a Masters to get accredited. That's called the 4+2 program. I'm fortunate though. When I graduated I am still able to get my license with the 4 year degree thankfully. It's on my to do list, but I'm in construction now.
@@hockley91 Thank you so much for the helpful tips. I will surely take them into consideration as i continue my studies. I just want to be successful in life doing something i like, Which would be in Architecture or Planning/ Designing houses. Have a nice day as you have already made mine.
@@hockley91 wow that's thst such a blessing, wishing the best to you! How come I hear architecture is at leeeaast 5 years? If a uni says 5 years, should I consider it would take 6 or 7 too? Without the Masters
@@mvp5332 Thanks for the comments! The 5 year degree is a Bachelor of Architecture. it's an accredited degree and will allow you to be licensed in all 50 states. Unless you have other things going on in your life it should take you five years.
I have the four year pre-professional degree. That is a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. That is a four year degree. That will limit the choices I have to be licensed in certain states. However, I got my degree years ago and fortunately I am able to get licensed here in my State of Texas.
Enough to buy an Eames lounge chair. That's all that matters.
I'm glad someone has their priorities in check. ;)
awesome. first bonus check i ever received as an intern i went out and bought a leather chair...wasn't large enough to get an eames...but it remains one of my best investments...
+1
Hi Eric, I have a question what really multivated you as a child to developed the love for Architecture?
Brenton Seriously why does every architect have that chair?
So far, I have only come across this architecture vlogging/youtube channel that actually touch on real life of an architect. We are fed with so many wishywashy conceptual things and so many top architecture schools are full of imaginary things in which the students love to adore.
funny how disconnected the actual practice of a profession can be from the academic training we offer our students...
thanks for sharing your thoughts...
glad im not the only one, also wealth means much more than just monetary gains
I am about to start archi. college in less than 3 weeks in Germany, honestly i can't wait! Even though a lot of people said its not a great job since u need experience and so on. I wont give up.
I would also like to thank you sir, for your wonderful videos. Keep being great, cheers to you all. God bless!
you're about to enter one of the most rewarding times of your life my friend...enjoy it...forget the naysayers. you'll find negative people in every profession, heads down and focus on making things and you'll do well...best to you in archi-school
You'll feel like giving up a lot, trust me, but don't let it stop you!
Auch Deutsch :)
Astrojack hi I also wanna study archi in Germany so which is the best college in Germany for archi if u know ?
The amount of time you put into architecture will greatly exceed people studying other majors, I hope you can learn to truly enjoy the process.
Eric - Very inspired by your work. I worked as a management consultant for health tech companies for 7 years and still do it on the side, but have transitioned into a building career and found your channel looking for videos on how to draw floor plans. Currently apprenticing with a semi-retired builder here in Oakland, CA. I can attest that a bunch of money once your basic needs are met, does not buy more happiness and as you've alluded, keeping your expenses low is pretty much a superpower to having the freedom to do what you want as far as I'm concerned. I've sent this video to an architect friend of mine as a source of inspiration. Cheers.
much respect...cheers...
I studying Environmental Science and Management in Australia. That and architecture were equally as interesting to me, and so I went with Enviro. But its missing the creativity that architecture has! You make architecture feel like more of an aspiration to me with every video of yours I watch! And you hit the nail on the head when you talk about what success is to you.
Thanks for oyu great videos!
Too bad Hollywood, made the Architect life style is all about fancy car, clothes and everything. So I grew up thinking that how its going to be, went to college than got hit by reality so fast hahaha.
However, if you have the passion at least you would be happy doing a good respectable creative job (not threaten by automation in the future), building lasting building, something great for the community.
If the working life doesn't suit you, its easy to do a career shift because architecture college prepares you for a lot of things. Design, art, engineering, management, marketing, environmental, computer, even filming and animation. It's one of the hardest colleges, so it will make most of these things seems easier in terms of time and effort needs to put in them.
so true, our training prepares us for many different career paths...very few who attend architecture school actually go on to be licensed architects. I do believe we can change how we're compensated and I'm always experimenting in my practice with new ways to earn more...those fancy cars / clothes don't do well on job sites anyhow...
I actually liked your videos on having a Passive Income, it's really important to have it. It makes you flexible and more experienced. Even if the economy takes a hit, you wont suffer as much.
We now suffer temporary in Egypt from this after the devaluation of our currency in half! So having a passive income online in dollars can become higher than our monthly salaries with the local currency.
@@HanaTNT Romans 8:17
and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him so that we may also be glorified with Him. ///// Build your house on the mountain that is Jesus Christ, money is fleeting.
Why does it sounds to fun? Ahahah. Im so excited.
Even after practicing for 30 years...16 years with my own firm. You gave me some real insight here.
Thank you!
I'd like to say that your channel is extremely motivational and I thank you for that. I'm a junior graphics designer and the fact I get to work from home and helping people achieve the designs they dream of makes me go to bed happy every night. Knowing I helped them achieve something makes me feel that sense of fulfillment. End of story, less expenses = happier life, don't be a slave to consumerism.
I'm an architect student in the U.K. and in my second year now- your advice and videos have tremendously helped ease me through the first year and I will continue to watch you until I finish my degree 😃 keep up the good work and thank you for your help!
...and after your degree too...right? ;)
thanks for watching...
Of course!!! You are full of knowledge that I know will help me throughout my journey! 😃
second year architecr here too
Good luck
jinz0001 How is archi btw. I’m doing GCSEs atm and what did you take for Alevels 😊
Not typically a video I would watch, but I ended up learning more about life than I have from most content on UA-cam. Thank you so much!
Im a young Quantity Surveyor and still find your channel extremly motivational and some what relevant to my provetion.
Keep it up, loving it!
I still remember when I was at the first year of the university, one of my professors told us that if we wanted to make a lot of money, don't be an architect lol
Do u regret now?
@@winterwolf211 is it true that they don't make a lot money on average?
MissMiia also depends on what city you work at, I’m in arch school, but I was lucky enough to start designing coming out of highschool since I got associated with a construction company that would pass me any drawings and designs that they needed. So at a fairly young age I was getting known as a designer in Los Angeles. So that has helped me make some money to reinvest in equipment and employees.
@@mindhunter8772 but do architects earn rise avarage salary?
Seungbin Yoo why
Excellent summation of the topic. I'm in the bottom 10% in terms of fee earning. But I am self-employed, work on average a three day week, have no debt., time to enjoy gardening, my relationships, and feel that I have found my niche in residential projects. If I wanted to earn even whatever it is that the middle 50% earn, I would have to commute for 4 hours to work a 5 day week and sit at a desk pushing a mouse around for most of the time.
100% agree with getting licensed. Glad you emphasize it.
ngl, didn't expect such a useful and to the point video on the topic. Everywhere you look, you find people saying buzz words, "well, you won't make money at the start but keep working and it'll pay off, right?" And no real advice.
But this video is freaking gold. Love you for this.
You have one of the best channels I ever found on UA-cam...cheers buddy . A real professional role model.
Ruby t. Colleague architect
Great video! I've been a designer for 15 years and worked for myself for 9 years so far. I am not licensed but very experienced in many practices and technology, management, finance, marketing, etc so that has helped me to have the courage and freedom to pursue my own business. I have also diversified my services more recently to include photography, videography and aerial drone services to supplement income between the big jobs. The longer I do this the more I agree that earning passive income is the key to an enjoyable level of success without burning yourself out...unfortunately that phase of development is still in progress for me, so I continue to fight with selling my time, luckily my business is debt free and cash flows all expenses and purchases, plus my salary (this is the first year I have exceeded my income working for someone else as well). There's still room to grow, but I'm glad there are people like you out there inspiring me!
good on you my friend...sounds like you have a fantastic thing going. it's a struggle though, I'm right there with you. it's easy to fall into the consulting model (trading time for dollars) b/c it is lucrative...! keep at it and share what you're learning, I'm someone who doesn't believe this is a zero sum game...room for all us to do well for ourselves and our families...cheers...!
If I studying architecture ,is it a bad major？
meanpicke
It's actually really good if you have "people oriented spirits" like a doctor. Because it is the only way you can really enjoy it beside how much you earning every month *sorry for bad english*
Wow! That sounds AMAZING! I'm 14 and I am very interested in having property architecture as my main income and to develop/flip/rent properties as an additional path of income to create finacial success - good on you my friend - keep up what you are doing, it sounds awesome! :)
As a high school student hoping to become an architect this helped me a lot in thinking of how to run and track my life and goals thank you for doing what you do and I am pleased to find your channel I hope to learn a lot more from you. Would you mind doing a videos on different school I. The Midwest that have good programs I’m still looking for schools and don’t know which ones are better than others
welcome +Sam Rp, glad to have you here...
Me toooi
@@30by40 i want to become an architect, in this year i am going to graduate from high school can you give some advice that can help me.
Dude! Fellow self-employed "architect" here (unlicensed but thriving under another's wings). Thanks for the awesome vids and inspiration. You're a smart m-Fer! Also, I LOVE the pace and diction of your videos. Reality tends to move too slowly for me most of the time. Lets get efficient and effective! Godspeed
thanks for noticing...i set a goal in january to try and improve production value this year...
appreciate you watching and commenting!
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Another good video. I like to call myself "Self Unemployed"! :-) I have never practiced for the money. I have told my kids "If you are good at what you do, you will make money".. I liken my doing architecture to playing on a football team. All I want to do is play! I don't want to be the famous QB or running back who everyone knows and get the big bucks. They usually don't last that long. I want to be the 2nd string left tackle that gets to play in the league for 15 years. Why? Because I get to play for 15 years! I know you will understand. More common with creatives, "This is my life, this is not just a job". Keep up the good work. Maybe somewhere down the road we can do a hangout just to share battle scars. Have a relaxing weekend!
Tim...not surprisingly, I really like the way you think...
...would be great to do a hangout some time...
I've been in practice for 23 years this is really great stuff.
You are wonderful Saint. So precise, honest, blunt, and kind. Please keep spreading humanity.
God bless you..
Ansar Ali Khan.
Pakistan.
i've really just chose architecture because i wanted to do something i can enjoy and to have the chance to go to work everyday knowing that i will have a new experience trying new things , i'm graduating university this year and i'm facing alot of problems , i'm not very interested in money but i feel like i couldn't find my self yet , not my designing style or my touch on peojects. I mostly work on projects just to pass or something like that , at the end it wasn't the experience i was hoping for , but finding your channel really helped me to be able to dream again and despite the fact that i'll graduate soon i will try to continue my master degree and try to find myself again because succeed for me is to be able to love what i'm doing and make people love it as well !
This is 100% great advice on budgeting and managing your financial life. As he notes, you have to like the analytical part of being an architect, the people making really big incomes are developers, there are no country clubs or yacht harbors full of rich architects. If you want the official, legal title “Architect “ registration is the first thing to do after school, no excuses.
I'M IN LOVE WITH THIS CHANNEL! Being young industrial/automotive designer living in a (smaller) corporate world, these invaluable advices really push me towards an independent and creative future. Thank you!
you're quite welcome...fascinating to hear who watches the vids...!
I am so glad that I found you're videos and started watching them. Your an inspirational dude.
appreciate it my friend...
Just after watching a few videos of yours... as an aspiring architecture student, I can say you’re one hell of a knowledgeable man, great resource for architects in general, and extremely inspiring with your organization and communication skills!! Thank you ! Please keep doing what you’re doing.
This is one of the reasons that I’m getting into the Architecture profession. Not the money, the fulfillment that I hope to find. Going back for masters in August! Thanks for this video.
hahahahahaha good luck mate. You're gonna need it.
I can't stop watching your videos. I'm almost 30 but I've wanted to be an architect since I was a kid. Your advice and ideas are helping to shape my vision and I can't wait to check back in when I've finally reached my personal level of success.
Can't stress getting your license enough. It's night and day. I postponed it for 10 years after my IDP was complete. Makes a huge difference, not just in freedom to leave a job but also the respect you get within the community.
Eric you have a great head on your shoulders and your thoughts on debt are vital. One thing to think about is your attitude of only making 12 dollars an hour all those years ago and carrying all that debt. Boy you were up against it and you felt it right? Lots of people never leave that stage and many smart hardworking people watching you would aspire to be making 12 dollars an hour with health insurance included, TODAY. I think the attitude you show and teach on your channel is a big help to people looking to break that cycle, and not merely other architects who aspire to earn more and more. As a great teacher of mine once said: "Don't forget about the lady on the bus."
Amazing video and insights.!
I am a young graduate architect from Nigeria. Been rummaging on some of the questions you answered in this video for a while now (working on my own, billing clients et al) and I'm so glad your answers gave me clarity.
thank you!
+1
I do really want to be an architect, no matter what.. thanks for your advice, very inspiring
Same wish you the best of luck
"Freedom. Purpose. Relationships."
Eric, that's so simple and so hard to achieve these days.
Thank you for your footage!
It's great!
agreed...it takes consistent effort! i put these at the top of my weekly schedule as a reminder, it does help.
Avid follower from South Africa...I am a Structural Engineer for a Global firm and get to work on amazing buildings, I work very closely with architects and I must say, I love your videos...The inner Architect within my Structural self awakens everytime I click. Also, I like your videos before I even watch😂! Thank You!
kind of you, really appreciate that...cheers!
Very valid and useful information. I am planning on getting licensed and I am excited for the opportunity to move into that light. I feel as if when I watch the videos that it is an extended architectural education. Keep going!!!! Much appreciated.
respect my friend. good hearing the videos are resonating with you.
I really love how your video focused on happiness and not money. Very well said! 😌
Thank you so much for providing such great advice to everyone! I am a first-year Architecture student at Louisiana Tech University. Often, there are stereotypes of what architects are supposed to do after college, you have really helped me expand my options for what is to come of my career. I am declaring a minor in Business Leadership- my dream has always been to either open up my own firm or to be self-employed, your experience and advice is really inspiring. Thank you so much for providing these amazing videos and helping me to keep pushing through, even when things become tough! Have a great day.
Best Regards,
Katelyn Reynolds
thanks for your comment Katelyn...kind words are always nice to hear...
I’m an architecture student in the u.k, in my final year of masters. The advice is great for all aspiring architects... great motivation, wish you all the best!
Cheers Eric another great insightful video and one of the biggest talking points at University. Surprising how many people think that they will be earning millions as an Architect. For me its about the passion of design and physically crafting the world around us; adapting and changing the life of strangers and communities- money doesn't even factor into my success equation. Always an inspiration and looking forward to the next video!
now that's spoken like a true architect. keep - and spread - this attitude every chance you get...we need more of it in the world...
thanks for your continued support my friend...appreciate it...
If you want to make the high end of the spectrum, become an expert in a building type, ideally one that will allow you to get great referrals... but also find one that you LOVE. If you're excited about the building type you'll excel. Find the right project type and go for it. The people at the top of the range are likely running large firms, or studios in a large firm or are subject matter experts... all of these roles will have you in a position to bring in accounts and profits.
Be careful, being a great technical architect isn't even the end of the game... the rain makers get the big bucks, not the guy who does a really great door schedule, or flashing details... these are easy to find. What's hard is someone who can mix with high net worth prospects and bring in work are GOLDEN. Working for poor people doesn't pay well... find well healed people who will invest in their projects... preferably family businesses where the kids will take over from Mom and Dad...
Debt free living is also key (thank you for saying this!), live below your means in good times as my first boss used to say "this profession goes up and down more than a toilet seat"... I've been through 4 major economic downturns (I'm almost 60) and survived every one of them. I'm part of a large firm, my billing rate is over $225/hr. BTW, $150/hr (your example) is what a Project Architect would bill out at. Sr. PA's $20 to $25 more...
angurisloud
A lot was said that few consider. Flat out, live as simply as you can. I stumbled across this because I enjoy architecture but in construction it seems everything is a box and boxes in boxes. Something new that jumps out from everything being done is interesting or architecture no longer used as gothic, cathedral, the various forms of craftsmanship through time. This guy offers good advise.
This talk moves me beyond hope and into possibilities, targeted goals and working methods as I graduated with an MA yrs ago but was 'leveraged' by debts for a long time. Yes,I can do this!
Wow! great video.
had read 4hww in 2014 from the hand of a Microsoft programmer who became digital nomad, come on, the typical story (of our times) of the employee who earns 5000 dollars a month, gets tired of his work, disclaimer and becomes an online reference of his sector, owns their time, earns more than as an employee and all this without touching his savings (which has invested in index funds that will pay their retirement). the American dream of the 21st century.
At that time I was finishing my 1st year of architecture, with 24 years. At last I had found the profession with which I felt identified and how to contribute to the world and felt that I had shit. was sure that there would be no way to productivize something as complex and personalized as architecture. Finding this channel was a great, great relief. we should not always wait to 'see' or be told that something can be done, but sometimes we simply need it. Now I'm thinking HOW I can do it. sometimes I become obsessed with my brand, a name or an identity instead of staying focused 24/7 on getting the degree! I do not know if I think the product or the brand first. I do not know if I bet hard to receive myself quickly and then create passive income, or try to do what I can as I can while completing the race, in 10 years (yes, bad idea 'choosing' most expensive and hard career having to work meantime haha)
Or maybe stop thinking about all this and just do things that I like (draw, experiment with materials, design interior of stores, decoration items, etc. etc.), try, experiment, and let the product appear 'alone'. At this stage I am now. I hope to leave soon.
your idea of packaging the design of a house and selling it is incredible! I blew my head. I hope you are having good results.
+Mauro Cerino...I like the last option best: stop thinking and experiment...that's what I've done and not only has it made life more interesting and fun, but it's always worked out. we're only at the beginning of what's possible using these digital mediums...think how augmented reality is going to transform our profession...that's in its infancy right now. tim ferriss reframed the way i looked at traditional practice and the tired model of trading time for dollars and it's made all the difference in my life. if you haven't read my books they tell the story of all my (failed and successful) experiments: thirtybyforty.com/books
Hi Eric, it's me again .. I have long thought to buy your books! I gave up on doing so at the very beginning because of this "why advance so much, I haven't get my degree" but I see that you can't shut up the worries you carry within haha. I have downloaded the samples for Kindle, and I have read some pages of the first, but I would like to have them on paper. I'm already seeing how to get them.
Because of the augmented reality I agree 100% with you. sure there are many niches without exploring there.
For the rest, I'll start experimenting, I'm sure you did not create your website, books, etc. in a day, but it was the result of explorations and iterations .. I know that something good will come out of my work.
thank you for your comments
Awesome video! Im a 2nd year architecture student in Australia. Your videos inspire me and drive me to be the architect that I want to be along with being successful inlife. This made me realise that being successful doesnt mean I have to be rich, instead it means being happy. Thanks for the good work and keep it up! Liked and subscribed.
thanks for the sub and glad I could plant a different seed out there in the world that success doesn't have to be equated with money...cheers...!
I'm only 13 but am an aspiring architecture, glad to have someone like you to guide me there!
welcome to the channel +Emily Chan...keep making things out there...
Fab content - currently binge listening while working remotely.
Some great advise and fantastic detail in all topics. For someone very interested in architecture but went down the technology route these videos are very insightful.
Thank you
I have been doing design/build work for many years. I want to congratulate you on a well made video. You may have taken some of the romance of the profession for the up and coming newbees, but, you provided a good dosis of reality!
Nailed it! I will send my viewers to this answer to the "BIG" question. Thanks mate
I'm Struggling right now finding drive but for a few years getting into architecture has been my goal which is increasingly difficult to attain academically (grades). I wanted to thank you for instilling a little more hope in me and giving my goal a tangible result!
keep after it...have you seen this: ua-cam.com/video/nLUU6wcA3qE/v-deo.html
I have seen it! Also very inspirational. As of now, I have a certain plan and a goal that's more tangible to get to. Life is looking up!
Personally Thanks a lot... I consider it a great advice... I'm not architect... I am software designer. Sometimes used to watch your videos in free time. The way you compiled it is also amazing.
Once again thanks :)
Your videos are so inspiring. Am I an Architect as well and I want to start working for myself. I think theses videos are going to help me a lot. Thank you so much. Cheers
Great tips man im just in high school but this really helps
Hi Eric! I just came across your channel and am blown away by the quality and presentation of insight in each of your videos I've so far! I'm looking forward to watching all of your videos. Thank you for generously sharing your knowledge.
welcome to the channel...glad to have you here...!
Hello Eric, I find your videos to be inspirational and educational, especially this one about an architect's typical income as well as your videos on model making, which seems to be your passion. To be honest, your sketch models look as good as presentation models. I am currently struggling with trying to complete and repair an architectural model I made in undergrad but cutting acrylic with an OLFA utility knife I find more difficult now than back then when I was in my 20's, more than 25 years ago. I still have not gotten my Masters in Architecture degree but have been pre-accepted into a program on West Coast of the States. I plan to start it in 4 years after I complete my current Masters of Divinity program. Praying to Jesus for you and your family. Please pray for me and my family. God bless, Albert.
I learn so muck just from listening you speaking about architecture that helps me a lot understanding the architecture more and more. Thanks a lot about all the information that you share with as through youtube and i will be glad if i have the chanse to meet you some day somewhere. Good job .
Thank you for the added info and perspective...I'm about to graduate with my B. Env Design in a couple weeks, and this topic has been weighing heavily- as I am continuing on to grad school next semester for my D.Arch (another 3 years. ahhh!). I appreciate your insight and advice to strategizing/realizing what is most important. Keep the videos coming!!
I admire and appreciate the real passion. This channel is really valuable. Keep it up. You have vievers in Poland. ---- Pozdrowienia z Polski
Really great video! I've been looking around for answers to this question and I think this was the most sufficient answer I got. Thanks, and love your channel btw. Best of luck in the future!
glad to help...thanks for being a part of the community here...cheers...
$12 an hr “twenty years ago” from when this video was published would have been $18 an hr as of today 2019. Depending where he lived is also a factor, north eastern Kansas in some cities $18 hr is a good paying job.
Eric, Great Video and one that any young architectural student or recently qualified Architect should watch. Like so many when I started out it was all about cash and getting caught up my own created Debt to keep up with the jones and i didn't enjoy my work as an architect because I was swamped in debt. I then discovered Dave Ramsey and Tim Ferris and changed my life around, I found that I started to love the same job and I had been doing for years because I wasn't worrying about money at home and started to concentrate on Me as an architect and what i wanted to do. I then realised that i wanted to go self employed so 4 years later i can say its been a positive change in me and family i still don't have it all ironed out yet but one day i'll get to that passive income! Barry
the architect's journey! remarkably familiar +Barry Stott-Brookes! thanks for sharing it...
That picture! PRICELESS! Thanks for the videos as always :)
the hair...oy...
thanks +creativiTea!
Big thx. As an arch student I learn a lot from you
I do not only study architecture but I study structure engineering too, because I want to be both Architect and Structural Engineer.
i want to make a lot of money.... but, i don´t know, i don´t think i want to do anything else but being an architect.
Im just in my first year, watching your videos makes me think the things better, about what a want to do, and what should I do to better guide my way.
English it´s not my fisrt language but i think i understand enough hahaha. I say Hi from México
Im not an architect. I'm just lookin around for my house construction. But I love your vids, specially those advice u gave that are not just applicable for architects but to life in general. Thanks
Hello,
I just applied to one of only two Architecture schools in MN. I must say watching this video added a realistic view to my expectations of earning potential after graduation.
Thank you for giving us your honest point of view.
of course my friend...earnings are only limited by creativity...
Your channel is brilliant. Thanks so much for sharing your knwoledge. Greatings from Venezuela.
I loved the end about what defines success and by it what drives the decision making
True person! Love from Bulgaria 🇧🇬 cheers ❤️
Thanks for the information. I learned a few things from it. I dropped out of architectural school due to family issues but now i feel like i am far behind in the industry standard. It's good to know that there are other avenue to still make money in the architectural industry and make my mark. I will like to see more of this kind of videos. Thanks again.
absolutely...glad it was reassuring...keep making things, that's one way to remain relevant in the world!
tHeSwAgGeRLeFt
Hello! how are you my friend. I'm an undergraduate architecture student, who happened to have a lot of family issues which driving me crazy. sometimes I'd think of dropping this course. and I'd really like to have a chit chat with you, share experiences, maybe you can give me tips on how to isolate my self and have a proper mindset to move on cuz I really wanna move on, but i feel like everything around is just going to go against me!
sorry for taking your time.
i am happy to help wherever i can, but most of the decision will be down to you. as you can tell by now architecture school is not easy and in my experience the whole experience depends on the love/desire you have for the work to be done.
With regards my mind set - i got into architecture because i love drawing. Also Eric pointed out the value of exchange and that is also another way to grind through the pain involved in architecture and remember why you are going through this pain
You have to sacrifice a lot with family hence sticking to a very strict timetable week in and week out - your timetable will allow you to spend time doing the important things first then everythings else after. such as spending some family time to enable you to pull an all nighter if needed.
These people make good money!
Benefits and all!
Makes me wonder if graphic designers and illustrators can make that much in a paid internship!
Your video might help me alot in my career.. thank you for this!
im starting to watch all of your videos and it really inspires me a lot, im an Architect here in the philippines and same with you i have my own architectural studio, and i think we have the same passion in photography and music too..
this video is a great representation of how i feel and think about the term “success”. many thanks for the videos and guidance!!! and happy holidays
Great video. People of all ages should view and think about this. Particularly young people.
Wow, I have to say you are sharing a wealth of knowledge with your videos! I stumbled upon your channel by chance and have been extremely impressed! You are putting out some very professional and thoughtful content. You will be very successful on the UA-cam platform! Cheers and thanks for the free knowledge you are sharing!
I totally agree with you, In my position, I get some experience and the Jump it to my own projects and contractor, that was a few years in my country, Right now I have to start again, in US, with another lenguage, another Metrical Units, another people, You figure it out? So definetly I am in a path to get licensed, and grow my professional career, thanks for supporting, and keep moving. You are an example for us. Young Architects, thanks again.
glad to help...hard work always wins...
keep after it...
all the best...
I think I found one of my new favorite channels. I'm about 80% I'm about to start school to become an architect...at age 27. I'm just curious on the necessity of gaining a master's degree in the field. How do you feel about this?
good for you my friend...a masters would certainly be req'd for any kind of teaching and would truncate the internship time before you could sit for your licensing exams (if you're headed in that direction)...
Here in the netherlands you need a master degree to be an architect
How’s it going ? I’m in your boat just a few years later
Hey please yes keep making videos! I really enjoy the information and mind set. I look forward to the future of your channel!! :-)
Beautiful video, you are awesome man!
Initially getting to deliver on design projects was all I wanted, later I discovered people who I did these designs for (contractors) get to make lots of money and pay me little or nothing because I was not concerned about money, till I wanted a car. I then realized the pretty things in life are not all worthless financially. Money is a new driving factor for me now. If u want me to create a skyscraper, I will.
Excellent advice for anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit!
Great content. Love and respect from Ghana
Great video, man. I really appreciate your work. I really do. You rock!!! I particularly like the idea of revenue diversification.
There are many students of architecture to whom this knowledge would be practical. Also, there are many teaching-architects who want to help students. Like - millions. Literally. Have you ever thought of contacting those teachers? The channel visit would flew as a rocket!!!!
kind words my friend...many thanks...
These are awesome. Thanks for your hardwork on these videos.
Thank you for giving me courage by making this video. It's very informative! I am planning to be an architect. Hoping that I would become a person like you too.
Great content and inspiration. Thank you. GDS Architects.
you are making videos i love to watch .. you help a lot .. thank you
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ok so the tips on increasing ur earnings are definitely helpful. wouldnt be able to find a proper answer like this anywhere else. I'm considering studying architecture for uni but to be honest i feel like i might not have the creativity i would need to utilize as an architect.
Eric - As always, great video!!!
thank you!
sensibility vs wishful thinking.
thanks for sharing
Thanks man this would be usefull when i start working, i will check it out again when i need it.
+1
Thank you Eric, keep going you are gonna be a godfather for many young architects like myself
are you making me an offer I can't refuse...?
as a young architect your channel has become a motivational part of my life, I watch and listen carefully to your videos, we need architects like you who motivate us, Thanks for the effort and the quality you put in your videos
Very Interesting video.Congratulations!!!
you are definitely making the kinds of videos i like watching!!!!
As long as I can remember, I've always had a great love for spaces and designs. Whenever I walk into a skyscraper, my heart swells and I grin like an idiot. Whenever I'm in a park, I feel one with my surroundings. When I'm in a stylish lobby or lounge, my eyes light up from the colorful furnishings and decorations. I even floor plan for fun (I know, I'm a huge dork. 😛🤓) I've wanted to be an architect since I was 12. Now I'm 18, about to start at a technical college, and I'm really nervous. I'm pretty sure I want to be an architect, but I don't know if it's 100% a good idea. There are a lot of scary books and articles of horror stories about how many architects become paycheck-to-paycheck wage slaves, and how many never actually get to design anything. Just CAD 24/7. Your video and others like it helped me to quell my fears a little bit, but more specifically, what should I do? Any advice for a fretful noob?