I love architecture especially older architecture styles but I never knew what it takes to get it to the end result until I started watching various videos. It made me see that I like to admire architecture and it's history but I wouldn't have the drive to be an architect. Many props to you 👏
Thank you for emphasizing that “architect” is a earned title. When I was in undergrad I was naive and worked for someone who said they were an architect. They were not they were a general contractor and none of the DD, SD, or CD work I did counted towards AXP
OMG Your videos have been of so much help to me. I'm a high school student and deciding to pursue architecture as a profession. A couple of hours ago, I didn't know anything about architecture and thought it was just "designing" and "drawing" but, after binge watching your videos, I realised it's not that glamorous after all. I'm a very competitive person so I think that hearing about all the sacrifices and challenges one has to face has kind of made me want to pursue this career even more. lol. :,)
Lol me too. I honestly feel discouraged (and frankly scared) at every turn by every architect that makes jokes about not getting sleep, being torn apart, working endlessly, not making much money, but there’s something about it that seems like the right job for me. One of the only ones I’d be willing to endure all of that for (i hope they really are embellishing for humor oml). I hope it will be rewarding 😭 because all these adults are making it really hard to pursue the dream
I'm an architect and have been for almost 30 years. I'll add: a. learn much about the construction industry and all it entails, especially changing and modernizing trends; b. be acquainted with urban design (the full dynamics of it) and some form of urban mechanics; c. be innovative as much as possible in designing. Read about Le Corbusier, F. L. Wright and Norman Foster (3 famous 20th c. architects) and you'll see why; d. love the "green scene" and hate it not! The public will appreciate you more; e. profession-wise, be on time, move about and constantly talk to senior professionals in the field. Very important! I love your presentation. You take time to speak clearly, thoughtfully and carefully. Thanks, DamiLee. I'm Acting Chief Architect where I am and despite stress and some crazy folk, I'm a survivor with intent!
Thanks for the heart, DamiLee. Share with others see if you can last as long as I'm doing. This August would make it 29 years for me! You CAN handle it, lovely lady. You will.
This is so true! Crazy! She is a super high achiever! I didn’t know it was that hard to become an architect in Canada! In Brazil all you need is a bachelors degree in architecture! As you know when you come out of your bachelor degree you are basically clueless! So it is meaningless in Brazil!
I'm in architectural technology in Ontario ( going to go to uni after for a bachelor's) and this has been the most informative and motivating reference I have ever come across! Especially near the end of the semester, I have been very unmotivated to get my architectural license lol! (also seeing a young female accomplish this and explain the process in Canada helps A LOT)
Hi I’m a going into grade 12! Would you recommend to go into architectural technology and then go to uni then do masters? Or go straight into uni? I’m very conflicted. Thank you so much im advance if you ever respond:)
I recommend you to work a trade in summer. It will help you understand how to build from the practical perspective. It will help me and my coworkers to have an architecture who has practical experience in building 😅
Thank you Dami for the distinction between what is a registered architect and what is not. I appreciate your non-BS approach to this topic, a lot of people out here are fluffing the subject matter up. I'm looking to re-train from film production/photography into this field, and there are a ton of questions I didn't even know I had! Many thanks, I'll be binging your content for the next few weeks haha 🙏
an aspiring first year architect student here! I love your content as it is very informational about the insides and scoop on what it takes to be an architect. Thank you for creating this channel it's hellaaaaaa gooodddd :D
That's so good to hear!! I'll be making more school-related architecture content so hopefully you find that helpful as well! Good luck with first year ^.^ It's the toughest but the best
Wow that's a cool career shift - I actually know another girl who's around that age/ in her late 20s and also shifting from marketing. I'm glad I could help! 😊
Your channel came to me out of nowhere, never had had interest in being an architect but had a friend with an architect father and always found what he was doing was cool. Now after watching your videos I feel like I may be a little less lost of a person in their 20’s
Recently started following your channel and find the content you provide valuable especially when it comes to learning about the practice of architecture as opposed to what we learn in school. Interesting story about me is that I started working in a firm before I ever pursued my bachelors. I'm actually pursuing my bachelors now. Fortunately in California we are able to get licensed without the need of a BA or MA which is nice but at the same time if you can go to school it helps a lot as you would imagine. So I am more than half way there to begin my NCARB exams. For those who study or live in the states it is possible to work at a firm and get educated at same time. It will be difficult but at the right internship you will grow and excel. The internship I did paid but it all depends on where you apply and experience. (I had none four years ago)
BIG heads up! If you are interning during your time at school those hours count towards your AXP hours! I went to a 5 year masters program with a 30-week internship during my 4th year. So I was able to rack up a thousand hours before I even graduated. I worked for more than the 30 weeks don't get exploited but overtime is nice when you are getting paid hourly and racking up AXP.
im gonna be a sophomore starting this week and im still stressing so much for the future 😭😭 thank you so much for your videos though they're super helpful and informative!!
You saved me 4 years by talking about the accreditation, and I am old enough as it is. I feel bad that all I can only offer an "eternally grateful thank you", because you deserve so much more.
Very clear and helpful video!! I wish I had this guidance when I was getting registered... Although, I thought it would be pertinent to share my experience getting registered myself. I am a registered Intern Architect with the Canadian Architectural Certification Board and I niether of my degrees were accredited by the CACB. I achieved my Bachelors in Architectural Science and BCIT and I acheived my Masters Hochschule Wismar in Germany. You have to apply for a foreign degree application and create a very detailed metrix of all of the courses you ever took, descriptions, lab hours, studio hours, academic calendars, thesis, etc. It was definitely a lot more complicated but made it! HUGE fan of all your videos :) LOVE the scifi / space / burning man ones - haha love them all! Looking forward to the next video :)
i ahve massive respect for you n all architects who have gone through all of this to get license. Thats a lot of work n dedication n persistense n does save lives too yet recognition or reverse is so little.
I’m learning architectural design and right now I’m in Ontario’s architectural School and this video has helped me pass a ton of exams for this thank you so much
I'm 47, my age it's not a crutch. No matter the age, one should go for what they desired. It's better to start early, but some of us could be late bloomers. Architecture seems my next journey. Perhaps I can leave a mark in the world.
I wanted to go into architecture as a high school grad, but ultimately decided otherwise. Took me multiple career changes and starting college again for the 3rd time for nursing to decide I definately want to be an architect.
Great video. I think you covered all of the most important information. I do have a couple of questions. 1) Do the internship hours pay you for your work or does one have to do separate jobs just to earn a livable salary? 2) What jobs can you take on with an Architecture degree without a license? Any positions you can work in the field without a license? Maybe a position in an architectural firm?
Honestly here in Brazil things are messy. We take 5 years to take our licence (if you work hard haha) and in those 5 years we have to learn all of the topics and work in a internship. I mean I cant count how many days I didn't sleep because of our schedule... It feels a little disorganized 🤷 Great videooo ♥️
Yeah I heard about that in schools in some EU countries as well. My coworker is from Spain and she said they learn about all the practice based aspects of architecture in school, and that once you graduate, you are basically an architect. She also told me that most people don't register to be an architect because the fees are high and salary is the same. Is it the same?
Where were you when I was in Highschool !!!! I was crying to get information about architecture here in BC. Thanks a lot for the information. and looking forward to learning more about the exam process (would love to see a video about that)
I love this type of videos! I been making games and from those games I get so many ideas on diffrent buildings so this just makes it easier for me especially when you explain soo well
Nest year i will graduate on my Bachelor's degree and I plan to immediately start my masters degree on december in Oslo. I already have 2 years of payed internship and contracted work, of wich I am really proud of. Everything that you say it is true, but as an architect I say the same as you, but in a different word: Not everything should be your opportunity, follow your gut feeling because nobody but you knows what you want.
Great video! You really did well getting those hours in every section. I still need so many hours in different phases but I got slowed down with mat leave and baby and so it seems like license is even farther away. I believe half of my friends are licensed so as women taking time off to spend with your precious little one feels, on other hand, bad for career. Anyways, it'd be great to see a video in your skills for finishing everything so fast, also tips for EXAC! Cheers!
The feeling I have after watching Dami's videos is that the whole architecture qualification process is designed to weed out poor performers and only the best and most dedicated will survive the process. As someone else said it is similar to becoming a doctor.
I'm in year 10 now and i'm getting ready for my future and your videos were the support for my courage and now i have self confident to do this THANK YOU
Not me being 12 and trying to figure out my life now so I don’t fail later 😭 I really wanna be an architect but I feel really pressured and nervous even though I have some time.
Don’t pressure yourself too much,and don’t overthink it, try different fields early on and see what you like,you have plenty of time, in life you have to fail to know what you want and like
I ve finished college in Autocad but in my country an employer doesn't give the opportunity to someone ,,new,, in that. They want someone with many years of experience. I think is more easy to hire someone which finished a certain field for easy training and to keep him for long term.
@@deeadeea2734 Yes of course, that's the norm.. prepare a proper portfolio and cv with your work and apply for training. Once you have a few months under your belt, you'll be able to get hired. What country are you from??
Oh, no, wll that study and effort and responsibility, to get to 12:05 ; by the way, I discovered your channel today, and I have watched two videos, this and the other one that says "it's a trap" in the thumbnail image. I have to say that I love your way of explaining things. Keep up the good work.
Choosing Architecture as my course when I enter college is intimidating me, not gonna lie. Math isn't my best subject but it's not like I'm bad at it, I'm kinda pressured not because of math only, but I'm doubting my skills. At first, this was my parents' dream, but soon, imagining myself being an architect and having the title, I want it. Plus I also wanna be like you, a girlboss. Hahaha I'm thankful for your videos, they're really helpful
Your channel is great!! Thanks for the content and high quality output. It’s great that you don’t sugarcoat the facts about the consequences of tertiary education choices, because I think everybody wishes they knew more about how things would turn out based on what they choose to study. Just a random content idea but I think it would be nice also if you shared more of what your specific personal experience of certain things was too, just for example something like why does it take some people more time to complete their internships or how you would have approached your licensing exams differently, or what did it take for you to realise that if you don’t ask for contract negotiation hours in your internship you just gonna get stuck doing renderings for minimum wage
These are all amazing ideas! I've actually thought about doing a video on pretty much every one of these topics you mentioned but didn't think anyone would be into it 😅 good to know there's some interest.. thanks for the suggestions!!
Hi, thankyou so much for your effort and for teach us, you have been of so much help, being a Student in highschool and finding this type of information at this time I think is crucial. THANKYOUUU❤️
Before watching the video.... too long.... far too long This video made me more impressed with my school overall though. I always thought the sucked at teaching certain skills.... however..... there's just so much for them to cover in school..... this made me appreciate what I do know as is at a 4th year level. Thanks for the video. Well put together with the info. Appreciate it. Sincerely, An Architecture Student in Tennessee
Yes... very long... but like any long-term endeavor, worth it in the end imo. It would be impossible for you to learn all these things during school, especially because so much of this practical knowledge would be hard to gain without actually going through a real project! Not sure what your school is like, but mine was definitely more conceptual, and I wish I had learned a bit more of this practical stuff while in school. It's good to keep in the back of your mind as you go through studio!
Talk about every subject if you can - lol - the reason why I ask is because I'm ambitious and confident like crazy. I'm going to school for Bus and Eco for my masters for both but I'm gonna take like 18 other classes and get my masters in all of them but I'm gonna take a few at a time. Bus and Eco is mainly all I need but I just have a mind that's crazy for knowledge. this complement is real -> your videos are kind of funny but that catches my attention to learn what you're teaching cause it keeps my eyes off my phone lol your videos are very helpful.
I cant imagine im saying this . Ive wanted to be an architect for so long. I ended upndoign finance degree due to my parents. I was 17. I drop out today or rathertake a pause as i finished till i wasnin fourth year. Bt i dont feel ill regret being an architect. Here is to us being amazing architects.
Just getting into university is pretty hard. Engineering , commerce needs close to 90% from high school or more at the better universities. To get into architecture ( ie after you get your bachelor), you will then be scrutinized with marks, portfolio etc. It is pretty much like law school, professional engineer, and medical school. Only people with the top marks fill in the very spots available
What exactly is “bidding and negotiations”? Thanks for making these. Don’t feel bad, it took me 10 years AFTER my master’s to get licensed. I was too busy being on my own and single after school. I was a dummy. I still can’t believe I waited so long!
You know what they say, architecture is a lifelong journey. Bidding is where contractors bid on a project to be considered for the job. Architects answer their questions prior to submitting the bids, and they review the bids to help the client select the winner.
These are really helpful! Love to hear more about the life of coordinating with engineers, what are the challenges and how do you work with them in your day to day basis? thanks!
I'm almost a senior in high school and was so confused, then I found your video. Thank you so much for this information. I want to go into Architecture and was wondering if you have any schools you could recommend for doing my B.Arch.? {I'm in BC too}.
Glad it was helpful ^^ I know Ryerson and Waterloo both have really good B.Arch programs, but I haven't done too much research into other programs. I would check out the projects that comes out of each program and try to compare them!
Interesting to say the least...I need to watch this again. Apparently I am also an architect along the engineering role I wield and perform in British Columbia...but for the life of me I cannot remember where we've encountered. If you happen to know where we previously joined and left off, should greatly help determine a blueprint we may approach or a path to interject focus and support immediate collaborative means. *If you're solely going by Facebook, you may not recognize me today because of my choice to express a more natural hair colour than you may previously remember.
I'm currently studying architectute in Brazil and the process here is SO different. You graduate in 5 (some are 6) years and high after college you can have your license and start working as an architect and the hours working and supervision of a licensed architec is a requirement for you to graduate, if you don't have at least one or two terms working as an intern you can not graduate
Hey, could you tell us the difference between a B.Ach and M. Arch degree in depth ? Because it could be a bit confusing 😅 Like also the 5 vs 4 + 2 degree paths. Would appreciate 💜
Licensed architect here! The difference itself is what you want to get out of your education. Both degrees will fulfill the educational requirements for the architecture license as long as they're coming from an accredited program. Broadly speaking, the major difference is that the M. Arch tends to cover more theoretical information than the B. Arch, which leans more towards the technical. The B. Arch diploma project, for example, tends to be a comprehensive building project, where you design a building, and create architectural plans, structural plans, electrical plans etc. I got the M. Arch degree, which in my case was a two year program. Our first year, we also had to do the comprehensive building project (in the US, NAAB accreditation requires this). Then in my own situation, my second year, I did a diploma project on "using computational design in efficient spatial configuration of multi-family housing" which was a much more theoretical project.
You architects have a lot of dedication and doing the exam and not feeling a lot of pressure is probably really difficult.😵😵😵 I'm an information systems (IT) and didn't have to deal with a lot of this 🤣 only took me 3 years
New subscriber here 👋 really great video. I did my HBA and contemplated doing M.Arch in Toronto, but then I just decided to pivot to a BIM post-grad 😁 the licenced architect path seemed too long!
So I have pretty thick Asperger's and did a spreadsheet with pros and cons, landing on this career. I loathe dealing with office politics, love working alone, can do stained glass designs without a ruler, and can focus on something for hours on end unless it's small talk, in which case it's like eating nails. What are the odds my calculations are off, in terms of this being a *better* (not perfect) choice than, say, web design (in which the client requires upkeep...I assume folks don't call architects in the middle of the night wanting a yellow deck instead of a much more appealing gray one). Edit: I have a Master's in Mass Communication studies and a B.S. in Behavioral Psych. Dunno if any of that time counts against the "elective" credits to get Architect level Master's Degrees.
Hi Dami, I stumbled on this video a couple years too late. But I was wondering anyway, after finishing a masters in architecture, what options do I have other than doing an internship and being an architect?
Just about to write the ExAC this week which is online because of covid... should be fun! Be interested to hear more about your studying experience getting ready for the ExAC
Good luck!!! Sounds "fun"... 😄Yeah everyone seems to take a different approach, I started studying about 3 months before the exam, and met up with a study group every week to go over each section. I've also heard people starting a few weeks before, which would have probably given me a nervous breakdown.
Thanks for sharing! Just a quick correction: You can still get your BArch accredited by CACB if you studied abroad in a non-accredited architecture school as long as the course syllabus is compatible with the Canadian education standards, so it doesn't necessarily need to be only an accredited architecture school as stated in this video.
@@mertcyildz Yes, it's a very tiring process but totally worth it! especially if you're coming from a country where the profession is suffering like me.
It’s really depending on which country and depend on you. I know some people took 3 year to finish RIBA level 1 then they start apprenticeship but other took 7 year to get RIBA M’arch.
Yes totally. There's a limit on how fast you can complete it, but no limit on how long you can drag it on for. ^^ I've definitely seen people take that long, or even longer, here as well.
Great video. I qualified in 2020 as well, started the journey in 2011. It takes a minimum of 7 years here in the UK but I think the average people take is around 9 years. After that many years of hard work, education and commitment you get finally get paid as much as ... well let's not go there haha XD and poor architects with all those liabilities.
@@rebe_eka Because everything from education to work experience has to align at perfect timing to complete it in 7 years. For most this is difficult. They may not get the work at right time and even if they did they may not get the right/full experience at that time or may take longer to get that. Many also feel that they need more work experience before applying for the final studies.
Thank you for your work. This video gave me a lot of interesting information about the path a person should take to become an architect. I am a design engineer from Ukraine. I haven't seen your previous videos, where are you from?
Thank you Dami another amazing video that is real, and as always all heart. I am looking to go into architecture and this will be my second life career. Thanks for the path. I know you are in canada, is it the same in usa?
Your videos are so incredibly helpful. Feeling a little discouraged after this one though. I’m 26 and have been contemplating quitting my 9-5 and starting architecture school. Are there jobs out there that would pay decently with out being a licensed architect? I ask because I may want to start a family after graduating and don’t think I’d have the time or energy to work and study for these exams AND raise a child. Thanks in advance!
heyy, i loved this video it was so informative! could you please make a video on how international students can become architects there in canada? or just any general advice for international students? thank you so much! :)
Why does this sound like it's so highly gatekept... I mean, 9 years is insane. Those sub themes like project management are obviously important, but it's wild to me that their actively verifying hours spent learning a single topic.
Love your video. Very informative. I am studying a 5 year architecture program in a Thai university. One of my dream is to go to UC Berkeley for grad school. Not sure if I could apply
Yes absolutely, I can make a separate video on this. Are you curious about how to collect those hours or how architects work with engineers in general?
Wow, thats a very long time! Here in Norway you could get away with studying as a bachelor student for three years, and if you want, you can then study for a masters degree, which is the highest here and that takes an additional +5 years. So in total, 8 years :/
The master's degree is +5 years? I'm just curious - is it common for people to opt to do an additional master's degree? If it's not required, what's the usual motivation behind it?
@@DamiLeeArch you could get a higher position as well as an increased salary. The master is actually only +2 years of new stuff, and then the 3 years are somewhat the same as a bachelor. I think :/
I should have done Engineering haha, Architectural design is my passion but the Engineering opportunities is more abundant. I'm 3 years in the Industry haha and get paid more than all my college friends, I managed to score a job at Vinci Construction, so I'm one of the few lucky ones to score a good role at a top construction firm but if things were to go the shit, there's always engineering roles everywhere in the world.
I know little, but have been researching like mad, since my daughter is going in to Architecture. She has been accepted at four different colleges in my state of Ohio, one of which has a very strong co-op program and also supports IPAL. From what I understand, a college like this would, in theory, enable the students to achieve licensure much earlier than a traditional (4 + 2) school. Are you familiar with IPAL and/or co-op schools? Thoughts? This school gets rave reviews in my state/region, because of the co-op. The students attend 3 of them over their 4 years there. One of the other schools she was accepted at doesn't offer co-ops like this, but it is the premier public university in my state and has a well respected program I'm told, at least in the state/region, and she could actually commute to it since we live in the area. This would save me, her father, the housing/meal plan cost at the other school for 4 + 2 years. I have other daughters coming up to head off to college as well, so trying to balance the cost issue. Of course, she would make some money herself during her co-ops. Thanks and your RUclips videos are well put together with good information.
Unfortunately I don't know anything about IPAL schools but my school introduced co-op 2 years after I graduated. Are you saying that the co-op school helps you finish earlier? From my understanding it would delay graduation by approximately a year since you would be taking the time to work. Although co-op programs can have a big benefit and help increase your starting salary, if cost + commute for this co-op program was a big concern, I would opt for the non-co-op program, since you can still find work during the summers if you're diligent with your search.
@@DamiLeeArch Sorry, I somehow lost track of this, so a very late reply. No, this particular co-op school (University of Cincinnati) finishes the same time as the non-co-op school, because the kids go to school during the summers, except for that first summer freshmen year. They get that one off. The co-ops are scattered and not always in the summer. They have three total. They really pack the credits in non-co-op terms. But anyway, it doesn't matter now. She ended up choosing the Ohio State University, basically due to cost savings for us, since she can commute and it is a good school. I did talk with a grad from OSU who works for NBBJ and he told me that they hire from both schools but use them each differently. And of course, Grad school is what matters I'm told.
In US you have to wait 6 months to retake an ARE section. They run all the time and all year. 6 months still sucks. I had to do that for my final section (structural-lateral forces).
Thanks very much for your video, it's very informative. I am 38 year old Ghanaian Graphic Designer and I want to become an Architect...I would love you to be my *Mentor* Regards
I love architecture especially older architecture styles but I never knew what it takes to get it to the end result until I started watching various videos. It made me see that I like to admire architecture and it's history but I wouldn't have the drive to be an architect. Many props to you 👏
Hai baby??
Thank you for emphasizing that “architect” is a earned title. When I was in undergrad I was naive and worked for someone who said they were an architect. They were not they were a general contractor and none of the DD, SD, or CD work I did counted towards AXP
Ahhh ouch.. Wow shame on that person. He/she should know better from having worked in the industry. Did you learn a lot about construction though?
oh no :O
OMG Your videos have been of so much help to me. I'm a high school student and deciding to pursue architecture as a profession. A couple of hours ago, I didn't know anything about architecture and thought it was just "designing" and "drawing" but, after binge watching your videos, I realised it's not that glamorous after all. I'm a very competitive person so I think that hearing about all the sacrifices and challenges one has to face has kind of made me want to pursue this career even more. lol. :,)
Hahah that's awesome. We need more students like you in this world 😁
Lol me too. I honestly feel discouraged (and frankly scared) at every turn by every architect that makes jokes about not getting sleep, being torn apart, working endlessly, not making much money, but there’s something about it that seems like the right job for me. One of the only ones I’d be willing to endure all of that for (i hope they really are embellishing for humor oml).
I hope it will be rewarding 😭 because all these adults are making it really hard to pursue the dream
@@Insomnia_ticthey really aren't embellishing , you're life will be gone in a matter of years don't take this decision lightly at all
I'm an architect and have been for almost 30 years. I'll add:
a. learn much about the construction industry and all it entails, especially changing and modernizing trends;
b. be acquainted with urban design (the full dynamics of it) and some form of urban mechanics;
c. be innovative as much as possible in designing. Read about Le Corbusier, F. L. Wright and Norman Foster (3 famous 20th c. architects) and you'll see why;
d. love the "green scene" and hate it not! The public will appreciate you more;
e. profession-wise, be on time, move about and constantly talk to senior professionals in the field. Very important!
I love your presentation. You take time to speak clearly, thoughtfully and carefully. Thanks, DamiLee. I'm Acting Chief Architect where I am and despite stress and some crazy folk, I'm a survivor with intent!
Thanks for the heart, DamiLee. Share with others see if you can last as long as I'm doing. This August would make it 29 years for me! You CAN handle it, lovely lady. You will.
Architecture professional culture basically treats (and pays) workers like artists but regulates them like doctors. SMH.
For real. Very discouraging, reason why I tend to day dream during work. Lol!
This is so true! Crazy! She is a super high achiever! I didn’t know it was that hard to become an architect in Canada! In Brazil all you need is a bachelors degree in architecture! As you know when you come out of your bachelor degree you are basically clueless! So it is meaningless in Brazil!
thats what i thought
80k-120k+ is artist pay?
@@Nocturnalzyx It is not 80-120k haha
I'm in architectural technology in Ontario ( going to go to uni after for a bachelor's) and this has been the most informative and motivating reference I have ever come across! Especially near the end of the semester, I have been very unmotivated to get my architectural license lol! (also seeing a young female accomplish this and explain the process in Canada helps A LOT)
Wow thanks so much!! I was also pretty unmotivated and burnt out at the end of the semester. Remember to give yourself some time off!!
Hi I’m a going into grade 12! Would you recommend to go into architectural technology and then go to uni then do masters? Or go straight into uni? I’m very conflicted. Thank you so much im advance if you ever respond:)
I know this video is a few years old, but thanks for laying all this out. It's nice to hear this information from someone who has been through it.
Definitely want another video of a fully functional Architect.
Thank you so much I’ve been thinking about going back to school for my B.ARCH and this has helped me really weigh things out
No problem. What did you end up deciding on?
I started studying architecture at 21 year old, I am now 27 and still studying😂😂😂. I love it
I recommend you to work a trade in summer. It will help you understand how to build from the practical perspective. It will help me and my coworkers to have an architecture who has practical experience in building 😅
Thank you Dami for the distinction between what is a registered architect and what is not. I appreciate your non-BS approach to this topic, a lot of people out here are fluffing the subject matter up. I'm looking to re-train from film production/photography into this field, and there are a ton of questions I didn't even know I had!
Many thanks, I'll be binging your content for the next few weeks haha 🙏
Absolutely, no problem! It's ridiculous how convoluted it is to access this information, someone just needed to spell it out 😆
an aspiring first year architect student here! I love your content as it is very informational about the insides and scoop on what it takes to be an architect. Thank you for creating this channel it's hellaaaaaa gooodddd :D
That's so good to hear!! I'll be making more school-related architecture content so hopefully you find that helpful as well! Good luck with first year ^.^ It's the toughest but the best
Thank you for your channel. I’m 24 in marketing and going back l college to study architecture. This channel has been so helpful in my career change
Wow that's a cool career shift - I actually know another girl who's around that age/ in her late 20s and also shifting from marketing. I'm glad I could help! 😊
I'm a 4th year student. This video was hella informative, gives me a sense of direction and an idea of what the hell to expect after graduation lol :D
That's awesome!! Glad it was helpful 😁
Your channel came to me out of nowhere, never had had interest in being an architect but had a friend with an architect father and always found what he was doing was cool. Now after watching your videos I feel like I may be a little less lost of a person in their 20’s
Recently started following your channel and find the content you provide valuable especially when it comes to learning about the practice of architecture as opposed to what we learn in school.
Interesting story about me is that I started working in a firm before I ever pursued my bachelors. I'm actually pursuing my bachelors now. Fortunately in California we are able to get licensed without the need of a BA or MA which is nice but at the same time if you can go to school it helps a lot as you would imagine. So I am more than half way there to begin my NCARB exams. For those who study or live in the states it is possible to work at a firm and get educated at same time. It will be difficult but at the right internship you will grow and excel. The internship I did paid but it all depends on where you apply and experience. (I had none four years ago)
I think the US is definitely ahead of Canada in that regard. I think it's because the AIA had many architects advocating for early licensure.
BIG heads up! If you are interning during your time at school those hours count towards your AXP hours! I went to a 5 year masters program with a 30-week internship during my 4th year. So I was able to rack up a thousand hours before I even graduated. I worked for more than the 30 weeks don't get exploited but overtime is nice when you are getting paid hourly and racking up AXP.
im gonna be a sophomore starting this week and im still stressing so much for the future 😭😭 thank you so much for your videos though they're super helpful and informative!!
im a sophomore now where are we now
You saved me 4 years by talking about the accreditation, and I am old enough as it is. I feel bad that all I can only offer an "eternally grateful thank you", because you deserve so much more.
Thank you Dami, as a Graduate Architectural Technologist this information is very useful. Please continue making more videos.
Very clear and helpful video!! I wish I had this guidance when I was getting registered... Although, I thought it would be pertinent to share my experience getting registered myself. I am a registered Intern Architect with the Canadian Architectural Certification Board and I niether of my degrees were accredited by the CACB. I achieved my Bachelors in Architectural Science and BCIT and I acheived my Masters Hochschule Wismar in Germany. You have to apply for a foreign degree application and create a very detailed metrix of all of the courses you ever took, descriptions, lab hours, studio hours, academic calendars, thesis, etc. It was definitely a lot more complicated but made it! HUGE fan of all your videos :) LOVE the scifi / space / burning man ones - haha love them all! Looking forward to the next video :)
I love the aesthetic of this channel. There is something beautiful and unsettling about it. Great job.
Thanks a lot!
Hi I am 20 years plus builder in NZ . Architecture is one of the best work of art you can give the world
Well said 😁
i ahve massive respect for you n all architects who have gone through all of this to get license. Thats a lot of work n dedication n persistense n does save lives too yet recognition or reverse is so little.
I’m learning architectural design and right now I’m in Ontario’s architectural School and this video has helped me pass a ton of exams for this thank you so much
I'm 47, my age it's not a crutch. No matter the age, one should go for what they desired. It's better to start early, but some of us could be late bloomers. Architecture seems my next journey. Perhaps I can leave a mark in the world.
I wanted to go into architecture as a high school grad, but ultimately decided otherwise. Took me multiple career changes and starting college again for the 3rd time for nursing to decide I definately want to be an architect.
Great video. I think you covered all of the most important information. I do have a couple of questions.
1) Do the internship hours pay you for your work or does one have to do separate jobs just to earn a livable salary?
2) What jobs can you take on with an Architecture degree without a license? Any positions you can work in the field without a license? Maybe a position in an architectural firm?
Honestly here in Brazil things are messy. We take 5 years to take our licence (if you work hard haha) and in those 5 years we have to learn all of the topics and work in a internship. I mean I cant count how many days I didn't sleep because of our schedule... It feels a little disorganized 🤷
Great videooo ♥️
Yeah I heard about that in schools in some EU countries as well. My coworker is from Spain and she said they learn about all the practice based aspects of architecture in school, and that once you graduate, you are basically an architect. She also told me that most people don't register to be an architect because the fees are high and salary is the same. Is it the same?
Where were you when I was in Highschool !!!! I was crying to get information about architecture here in BC. Thanks a lot for the information. and looking forward to learning more about the exam process (would love to see a video about that)
Whao I am 5000 years behind. Thank you so much for this beautiful information moving forward
love the backround music btw. And thanks a lot for soooo informative content !
No problem!!!
I love this type of videos! I been making games and from those games I get so many ideas on diffrent buildings so this just makes it easier for me especially when you explain soo well
Such a great explanation. The memes were a plus
Hahahaha my best attempt at being entertaining
I truly love and appreciate your content DamiLee.....Thank you
Nest year i will graduate on my Bachelor's degree and I plan to immediately start my masters degree on december in Oslo. I already have 2 years of payed internship and contracted work, of wich I am really proud of.
Everything that you say it is true, but as an architect I say the same as you, but in a different word: Not everything should be your opportunity, follow your gut feeling because nobody but you knows what you want.
That's a great way of putting it. Sometimes opportunities are distractions in disguise.
@@DamiLeeArch I couldn't of said it better.
Great video! You really did well getting those hours in every section. I still need so many hours in different phases but I got slowed down with mat leave and baby and so it seems like license is even farther away. I believe half of my friends are licensed so as women taking time off to spend with your precious little one feels, on other hand, bad for career. Anyways, it'd be great to see a video in your skills for finishing everything so fast, also tips for EXAC! Cheers!
I’m in my 2nd year of my B.Arch in the US and it’s a 5 year program where I’m attending. Thank you for this video, they are super helpful!
My pleasure :) Good luck with school!
The feeling I have after watching Dami's videos is that the whole architecture qualification process is designed to weed out poor performers and only the best and most dedicated will survive the process. As someone else said it is similar to becoming a doctor.
I'm in year 10 now and i'm getting ready for my future and your videos were the support for my courage and now i have self confident to do this THANK YOU
I'm so glad! No problem ^^
Not me being 12 and trying to figure out my life now so I don’t fail later 😭 I really wanna be an architect but I feel really pressured and nervous even though I have some time.
Don’t pressure yourself too much,and don’t overthink it, try different fields early on and see what you like,you have plenty of time, in life you have to fail to know what you want and like
Same bro😢
Hi I'm a first year architecture student in the Philippines,your contents are so helpful to me, Thank youuuu God bless
I've just graduated and started working as an architect.... i know it'll take a very long time but I'm enjoying the journey ♥️
Congrats. I wish to have this opportunity too
@@deeadeea2734 to work? What's stopping you?
I ve finished college in Autocad but in my country an employer doesn't give the opportunity to someone ,,new,, in that. They want someone with many years of experience. I think is more easy to hire someone which finished a certain field for easy training and to keep him for long term.
@@deeadeea2734
Yes of course, that's the norm.. prepare a proper portfolio and cv with your work and apply for training. Once you have a few months under your belt, you'll be able to get hired. What country are you from??
Romania
Oh, no, wll that study and effort and responsibility, to get to 12:05 ; by the way, I discovered your channel today, and I have watched two videos, this and the other one that says "it's a trap" in the thumbnail image. I have to say that I love your way of explaining things. Keep up the good work.
Choosing Architecture as my course when I enter college is intimidating me, not gonna lie. Math isn't my best subject but it's not like I'm bad at it, I'm kinda pressured not because of math only, but I'm doubting my skills. At first, this was my parents' dream, but soon, imagining myself being an architect and having the title, I want it. Plus I also wanna be like you, a girlboss. Hahaha I'm thankful for your videos, they're really helpful
Your channel is great!! Thanks for the content and high quality output. It’s great that you don’t sugarcoat the facts about the consequences of tertiary education choices, because I think everybody wishes they knew more about how things would turn out based on what they choose to study. Just a random content idea but I think it would be nice also if you shared more of what your specific personal experience of certain things was too, just for example something like why does it take some people more time to complete their internships or how you would have approached your licensing exams differently, or what did it take for you to realise that if you don’t ask for contract negotiation hours in your internship you just gonna get stuck doing renderings for minimum wage
These are all amazing ideas! I've actually thought about doing a video on pretty much every one of these topics you mentioned but didn't think anyone would be into it 😅 good to know there's some interest.. thanks for the suggestions!!
Hi Quintin, I made a response video to your question. Hope this helps and thanks for the great question! :) ruclips.net/video/Yt83TulOL5I/видео.html
Hi, thankyou so much for your effort and for teach us, you have been of so much help, being a Student in highschool and finding this type of information at this time I think is crucial. THANKYOUUU❤️
DAMI YOU ARE THE BEST ❤️❤️❤️ PLEASE CONSIDER,, MAKE VIDEOS ABOUT THOSE TOPICS THAT YOU MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE.
Great content for future architects.
Not planning on being an architecture but I’m here cuz she’s awesome 😌💕
Amazing number of parallels between architecture and systems engineering.
Before watching the video.... too long.... far too long
This video made me more impressed with my school overall though. I always thought the sucked at teaching certain skills.... however..... there's just so much for them to cover in school..... this made me appreciate what I do know as is at a 4th year level.
Thanks for the video. Well put together with the info. Appreciate it.
Sincerely,
An Architecture Student in Tennessee
Yes... very long... but like any long-term endeavor, worth it in the end imo. It would be impossible for you to learn all these things during school, especially because so much of this practical knowledge would be hard to gain without actually going through a real project! Not sure what your school is like, but mine was definitely more conceptual, and I wish I had learned a bit more of this practical stuff while in school. It's good to keep in the back of your mind as you go through studio!
Talk about every subject if you can - lol - the reason why I ask is because I'm ambitious and confident like crazy. I'm going to school for Bus and Eco for my masters for both but I'm gonna take like 18 other classes and get my masters in all of them but I'm gonna take a few at a time. Bus and Eco is mainly all I need but I just have a mind that's crazy for knowledge. this complement is real -> your videos are kind of funny but that catches my attention to learn what you're teaching cause it keeps my eyes off my phone lol your videos are very helpful.
Very helpful, thanks Dami
No problem Christopher! Hope it helps :)
Not gonna lie....idk why I'm here, I'm an illustration student xD But I must say this video was very informative and interesting!
hahah everyone is welcome! 😄 there's lots of overlap btw illustration and architecture
I cant imagine im saying this . Ive wanted to be an architect for so long. I ended upndoign finance degree due to my parents. I was 17. I drop out today or rathertake a pause as i finished till i wasnin fourth year. Bt i dont feel ill regret being an architect. Here is to us being amazing architects.
Just getting into university is pretty hard. Engineering , commerce needs close to 90% from high school or more at the better universities. To get into architecture ( ie after you get your bachelor), you will then be scrutinized with marks, portfolio etc. It is pretty much like law school, professional engineer, and medical school. Only people with the top marks fill in the very spots available
What exactly is “bidding and negotiations”? Thanks for making these. Don’t feel bad, it took me 10 years AFTER my master’s to get licensed. I was too busy being on my own and single after school. I was a dummy. I still can’t believe I waited so long!
You know what they say, architecture is a lifelong journey. Bidding is where contractors bid on a project to be considered for the job. Architects answer their questions prior to submitting the bids, and they review the bids to help the client select the winner.
These are really helpful! Love to hear more about the life of coordinating with engineers, what are the challenges and how do you work with them in your day to day basis? thanks!
I would love to talk about this more if there is interest!!
I'm almost a senior in high school and was so confused, then I found your video. Thank you so much for this information. I want to go into Architecture and was wondering if you have any schools you could recommend for doing my B.Arch.? {I'm in BC too}.
Glad it was helpful ^^ I know Ryerson and Waterloo both have really good B.Arch programs, but I haven't done too much research into other programs. I would check out the projects that comes out of each program and try to compare them!
Useful Demi! Asking how they deal with interns!
I think it also shows initiative and that you've done your research! No point getting a job that you won't stay in 😁
Great Video to give perspectives! ❤️ 👍
Interesting to say the least...I need to watch this again. Apparently I am also an architect along the engineering role I wield and perform in British Columbia...but for the life of me I cannot remember where we've encountered. If you happen to know where we previously joined and left off, should greatly help determine a blueprint we may approach or a path to interject focus and support immediate collaborative means.
*If you're solely going by Facebook, you may not recognize me today because of my choice to express a more natural hair colour than you may previously remember.
thank you for the practical information.
No problem! Hope you found it helpful ^^
Thanks! Very informative!
I now understand how much I don't want to be an architect 😅 best of luck!
I'm currently studying architectute in Brazil and the process here is SO different. You graduate in 5 (some are 6) years and high after college you can have your license and start working as an architect and the hours working and supervision of a licensed architec is a requirement for you to graduate, if you don't have at least one or two terms working as an intern you can not graduate
Hey, could you tell us the difference between a B.Ach and M. Arch degree in depth ? Because it could be a bit confusing 😅 Like also the 5 vs 4 + 2 degree paths.
Would appreciate 💜
Licensed architect here! The difference itself is what you want to get out of your education. Both degrees will fulfill the educational requirements for the architecture license as long as they're coming from an accredited program. Broadly speaking, the major difference is that the M. Arch tends to cover more theoretical information than the B. Arch, which leans more towards the technical.
The B. Arch diploma project, for example, tends to be a comprehensive building project, where you design a building, and create architectural plans, structural plans, electrical plans etc.
I got the M. Arch degree, which in my case was a two year program. Our first year, we also had to do the comprehensive building project (in the US, NAAB accreditation requires this). Then in my own situation, my second year, I did a diploma project on "using computational design in efficient spatial configuration of multi-family housing" which was a much more theoretical project.
@@mikekedy Don't you need at least an M. Arch to get an architecture license?
You architects have a lot of dedication and doing the exam and not feeling a lot of pressure is probably really difficult.😵😵😵 I'm an information systems (IT) and didn't have to deal with a lot of this 🤣 only took me 3 years
Hahah yeah.. I think architecture is like a drug.. keeps you coming back for more 😆
@@DamiLeeArch 🤣
New subscriber here 👋 really great video. I did my HBA and contemplated doing M.Arch in Toronto, but then I just decided to pivot to a BIM post-grad 😁 the licenced architect path seemed too long!
BIM is a great career path. I'm happy you found your calling!
Id appreciate a more in-depth video on the exam topics, this was such a useful video.
Yeah for sure!!
Any topic in particular?
idol ❤️
very insightful video
Glad it was helpful!
@@DamiLeeArch yes you are amazing
One more thing, DamiLee. I studied at Andrew's University in south-west Michigan, graduated with a Bachelor's Degree.
So I have pretty thick Asperger's and did a spreadsheet with pros and cons, landing on this career. I loathe dealing with office politics, love working alone, can do stained glass designs without a ruler, and can focus on something for hours on end unless it's small talk, in which case it's like eating nails. What are the odds my calculations are off, in terms of this being a *better* (not perfect) choice than, say, web design (in which the client requires upkeep...I assume folks don't call architects in the middle of the night wanting a yellow deck instead of a much more appealing gray one). Edit: I have a Master's in Mass Communication studies and a B.S. in Behavioral Psych. Dunno if any of that time counts against the "elective" credits to get Architect level Master's Degrees.
Hi Dami, I stumbled on this video a couple years too late. But I was wondering anyway, after finishing a masters in architecture, what options do I have other than doing an internship and being an architect?
Just about to write the ExAC this week which is online because of covid... should be fun! Be interested to hear more about your studying experience getting ready for the ExAC
Good luck!!! Sounds "fun"... 😄Yeah everyone seems to take a different approach, I started studying about 3 months before the exam, and met up with a study group every week to go over each section. I've also heard people starting a few weeks before, which would have probably given me a nervous breakdown.
@@DamiLeeArch Yeah..... I'd probably curl up in the fetal position and cry lol
@@c23lh that's pretty much what I did too, so I guess that part's the same 😆
Thanks for sharing!
Just a quick correction: You can still get your BArch accredited by CACB if you studied abroad in a non-accredited architecture school as long as the course syllabus is compatible with the Canadian education standards, so it doesn't necessarily need to be only an accredited architecture school as stated in this video.
Yes this is true. Sorry if I missed this!
It must be a marathon if you are an outsider who wants to work as an architect in Canada
@@mertcyildz Yes, it's a very tiring process but totally worth it! especially if you're coming from a country where the profession is suffering like me.
With all due and upmost respect, 50-60 year old Dami is still a stone cold fox!
It’s really depending on which country and depend on you. I know some people took 3 year to finish RIBA level 1 then they start apprenticeship but other took 7 year to get RIBA M’arch.
Yes totally. There's a limit on how fast you can complete it, but no limit on how long you can drag it on for. ^^ I've definitely seen people take that long, or even longer, here as well.
Great video. I qualified in 2020 as well, started the journey in 2011. It takes a minimum of 7 years here in the UK but I think the average people take is around 9 years. After that many years of hard work, education and commitment you get finally get paid as much as ... well let's not go there haha XD and poor architects with all those liabilities.
Why do you think most people take longer than 7 years?
@@rebe_eka Because everything from education to work experience has to align at perfect timing to complete it in 7 years. For most this is difficult. They may not get the work at right time and even if they did they may not get the right/full experience at that time or may take longer to get that. Many also feel that they need more work experience before applying for the final studies.
Yes please ❤
Thank you for your work. This video gave me a lot of interesting information about the path a person should take to become an architect.
I am a design engineer from Ukraine.
I haven't seen your previous videos, where are you from?
Thank you for this.
This is way more difficult than i expected
You're awesome!
Thank you Dami another amazing video that is real, and as always all heart. I am looking to go into architecture and this will be my second life career. Thanks for the path. I know you are in canada, is it the same in usa?
I am interested in architecture more after your video although it takes a long time to be one.
Wow that's awesome!! I was worried it would have the opposite effect 😅
i love architec so much❤
Your videos are so incredibly helpful. Feeling a little discouraged after this one though. I’m 26 and have been contemplating quitting my 9-5 and starting architecture school. Are there jobs out there that would pay decently with out being a licensed architect? I ask because I may want to start a family after graduating and don’t think I’d have the time or energy to work and study for these exams AND raise a child. Thanks in advance!
Building science, BIM management, or a project management could be a good option!
@@DamiLeeArch thanks Dami!!
If you're 26 you can't wait to graduate to start having kids
heyy, i loved this video it was so informative! could you please make a video on how international students can become architects there in canada? or just any general advice for international students? thank you so much! :)
Yes definitely! I am planning on doing an interview video with my coworker who moved here from Spain and has been through this process.
Why does this sound like it's so highly gatekept... I mean, 9 years is insane. Those sub themes like project management are obviously important, but it's wild to me that their actively verifying hours spent learning a single topic.
Love your video. Very informative. I am studying a 5 year architecture program in a Thai university. One of my dream is to go to UC Berkeley for grad school. Not sure if I could apply
You can do it! Just focus on your portfolio and grades. Expensive school though
Thanks for this video, would you be able to explain engineering systems coordination
Yes absolutely, I can make a separate video on this. Are you curious about how to collect those hours or how architects work with engineers in general?
Finally uploaded the video you requested. 😊 Here is the link! ruclips.net/video/oD3KU3fhQgM/видео.html
Wow, thats a very long time! Here in Norway you could get away with studying as a bachelor student for three years, and if you want, you can then study for a masters degree, which is the highest here and that takes an additional +5 years. So in total, 8 years :/
The master's degree is +5 years? I'm just curious - is it common for people to opt to do an additional master's degree? If it's not required, what's the usual motivation behind it?
@@DamiLeeArch you could get a higher position as well as an increased salary. The master is actually only +2 years of new stuff, and then the 3 years are somewhat the same as a bachelor. I think :/
me a freshman planing how to make a green city out of cement and vegetation- 10 years is a lot but j take it step by step
That's an interesting challenge!
Grateful to you
I should have done Engineering haha, Architectural design is my passion but the Engineering opportunities is more abundant. I'm 3 years in the Industry haha and get paid more than all my college friends, I managed to score a job at Vinci Construction, so I'm one of the few lucky ones to score a good role at a top construction firm but if things were to go the shit, there's always engineering roles everywhere in the world.
I know little, but have been researching like mad, since my daughter is going in to Architecture. She has been accepted at four different colleges in my state of Ohio, one of which has a very strong co-op program and also supports IPAL. From what I understand, a college like this would, in theory, enable the students to achieve licensure much earlier than a traditional (4 + 2) school. Are you familiar with IPAL and/or co-op schools? Thoughts? This school gets rave reviews in my state/region, because of the co-op. The students attend 3 of them over their 4 years there. One of the other schools she was accepted at doesn't offer co-ops like this, but it is the premier public university in my state and has a well respected program I'm told, at least in the state/region, and she could actually commute to it since we live in the area. This would save me, her father, the housing/meal plan cost at the other school for 4 + 2 years. I have other daughters coming up to head off to college as well, so trying to balance the cost issue. Of course, she would make some money herself during her co-ops. Thanks and your RUclips videos are well put together with good information.
Unfortunately I don't know anything about IPAL schools but my school introduced co-op 2 years after I graduated. Are you saying that the co-op school helps you finish earlier? From my understanding it would delay graduation by approximately a year since you would be taking the time to work. Although co-op programs can have a big benefit and help increase your starting salary, if cost + commute for this co-op program was a big concern, I would opt for the non-co-op program, since you can still find work during the summers if you're diligent with your search.
For engineering, and likely similar for architecture, work during your degree does not count towards licensure. Only post degree work.
@@DamiLeeArch Sorry, I somehow lost track of this, so a very late reply. No, this particular co-op school (University of Cincinnati) finishes the same time as the non-co-op school, because the kids go to school during the summers, except for that first summer freshmen year. They get that one off. The co-ops are scattered and not always in the summer. They have three total. They really pack the credits in non-co-op terms. But anyway, it doesn't matter now. She ended up choosing the Ohio State University, basically due to cost savings for us, since she can commute and it is a good school. I did talk with a grad from OSU who works for NBBJ and he told me that they hire from both schools but use them each differently. And of course, Grad school is what matters I'm told.
In US you have to wait 6 months to retake an ARE section. They run all the time and all year. 6 months still sucks. I had to do that for my final section (structural-lateral forces).
In Canada you have to wait 1 year 😅
Thanks very much for your video, it's very informative.
I am 38 year old Ghanaian Graphic Designer and I want to become an Architect...I would love you to be my *Mentor*
Regards