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BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL & PRACTICE. TIPS & ADVICE FOR ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS AND EMERGING DESIGNERS.

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Elisabeth Kieffer Elisabeth Kieffer

10 Layout Tips to Improve Your Architecture Portfolio

Your portfolio is your opportunity to show what you can do, who you are and how you think. In a pile of submissions, what makes one portfolio stand out is it’s clarity, intentionality, and storytelling.

These 10 layout tips will help you present your work in a way that’s cohesive, compelling, and memorable.

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Elisabeth Kieffer Elisabeth Kieffer

All the Places Your Architecture Degree Can Take You

Whether you’re passionate about buildings, storytelling, strategy, technology, or people, this degree gives you a foundation that’s both broad and powerful.

If you're feeling unsure about where you fit in the field, or if you're wondering what’s possible beyond the traditional firm path, this is for you.

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Elisabeth Kieffer Elisabeth Kieffer

Mentorship in Architecture

In a field as complex and multifaceted as architecture, where both technical expertise and creative problem-solving are crucial, the guidance of an experienced mentor can offer invaluable insights, accelerate learning, and foster personal and professional growth.

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Elisabeth Kieffer Elisabeth Kieffer

Designing With Purpose

Architecture, at its core, is about more than just constructing buildings; it’s about shaping environments that influence how people live, work, and interact. This journey through architecture will become a powerful tool for self discovery & understanding your role in the world.

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Elisabeth Kieffer Elisabeth Kieffer

How to Present Architecture Projects with Confidence

Presenting your architecture projects is a crucial skill that can make or break your success in the field. Whether you're presenting to professor or peers, your ability to communicate your ideas clearly and confidently is ESSENTIAL.

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Elisabeth Kieffer Elisabeth Kieffer

Overcoming Design Block in Architecture School

Staying creative under pressure & overcoming design block in architecture school can be challenging. With the right mindset & strategies, you can push through to unlock your creativity even during the most stressful times.

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Why Study Architecture

Architecture is a path that not only challenges you to think critically and innovate but also empowers you to shape the world around you in meaningful ways.

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