What Type Of Person Thrives In Architecture Architect Landscape Designer CLIMATE
Amy, an architect and landscape designer with teaching experience, observes that the architecture industry welcomes diverse individuals, from the "extremely organized" mathematically-minded to the highly creative. Success, however, often involves a blend of these traits, as those overly focused on pragmatism may lack "flashy and creative" output while the highly creative might struggle with deadlines.
Creative, Organized, Pragmatic, Problem-solving, Deadline-oriented
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Amy Cooney
Architect, Landscape Design
CLIMATE Architecture + Development
University of Virginia
University of Pennsylvania
Architecture, Interior Design
Climate, Environment, Sustainability & Waste Management
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Video Highlights
1. People with mathematical backgrounds and strong organizational skills thrive, but so do highly creative individuals.
2. A balance of pragmatism and creativity is ideal; both extremes have drawbacks.
3. The field is multifaceted, offering opportunities for various learning styles and personalities, but possessing a blend of skills is advantageous.
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Q8: Who thrives in industry?
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry? I'm also an adjunct professor at Portland State University. I see a lot of people starting out in architecture school, and I've definitely seen people on the tail end of their studies. A few interns have worked in our office, so I've seen a variety of people.
Some people approach architecture from a mathematical point of view, and they're extremely organized. College tends to shine on students who are extremely creative and come up with work that really wows people. But I've also seen people approach it in a more pragmatic way.
Both approaches have their pluses and minuses. There's a place in the industry for all different types of people, learners, and those who like to do things. However, there are pitfalls with both.
Sometimes the pragmatic ones aren't as flashy or creative, and they might not be the "stars" of the office. But people who are really creative sometimes go off on tangents, don't get projects done, and don't meet deadlines.
So, I think all different types of people can succeed. It's such a comprehensive field that there's a place for lots of different people. But if you have a little bit of all those skills, that's probably the best fit.
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