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What do you have to do to become an architect?

An architect is a skilled person in the oversight, setting up and design of the structure of buildings. Architect is certified to put into practice architecture and practicing… (MORE)

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What does a Chief Architect do?

Simply put, a chief architect is the head of the design team on a project. This individual will direct the design team and lead discussions or mediate conflicts to iron … (MORE)

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Diamond927

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Is an associated architect the same as an architect?

An "associated architect" just means that the architect is associated with an architecture firm, but is not yet a partner. Any Architect who is employed by another architect o… (MORE)

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What is an architect?

An architect is a person that designs floor plans for a building. Architect is someone who generates diagrams to be used in making something such as buildings. … (MORE)

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What do architect do?

An Architect is the team leader of the building team.He designs the functional plan of the structure,and supervises the construction to ensure d@ it follows his design properl… (MORE)

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What do you do when you are an architect?

There is a very detailed indepth explanation below for those that want to know EXACTLY what an architect responsibilities are. For those that want just an 'idea' of what he/sh…e does: Primarily an Architect designs buildings -turns his concepts and visions (along with what the client requires) into a realworld structure using firstly his imagination, then sketchings, then developing that idea further and refining the details with clients input and scrutiny along the the way. All of this must be done while working within Code Requirements, Accessiblitiy Requirements, local Zoning Requirements and sometimes oversite from a Review Board. For A LOT more detail read on, and also find out about the other duties an architect is responsible for. People need places in which to live, work, play, learn, worship, meet, govern, shop, and eat. These places may be private or public; indoors or out; rooms, buildings, or complexes, and architects design them. Architects are licensed professionals trained in the art and science of building design who develop the concepts for structures and turn those concepts into images and plans. Architects create the overall aesthetic and look of buildings and other structures, but the design of a building involves far more than its appearance. Buildings also must be functional, safe, and economical and must suit the needs of the people who use them. Architects consider all these factors when they design buildings and other structures. Architects may be involved in all phases of a construction project, from the initial discussion with the client through the entire construction process. Their duties require specific skills-designing, engineering, managing, supervising, and communicating with clients and builders. Architects spend a great deal of time explaining their ideas to clients, construction contractors, and others. Successful architects must be able to communicate their unique vision persuasively. The architect and client discuss the objectives, requirements, and budget of a project. In some cases, architects provide various predesign services: conducting feasibility and environmental impact studies, selecting a site, preparing cost analysis and land-use studies, or specifying the requirements the design must meet. For example, they may determine space requirements by researching the numbers and types of potential users of a building. The architect then prepares drawings and a report presenting ideas for the client to review. After discussing and agreeing on the initial proposal, architects develop final construction plans that show the building's appearance and details for its construction. Accompanying these plans are drawings of the structural system; air-conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems; electrical systems; communications systems; plumbing; and, possibly, site and landscape plans. The plans also specify the building materials and, in some cases, the interior furnishings. In developing designs, architects follow building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and other ordinances, such as those requiring easy access by people who are disabled. Computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology has replaced traditional paper and pencil as the most common method for creating design and construction drawings. Continual revision of plans on the basis of client needs and budget constraints is often necessary. Architects may also assist clients in obtaining construction bids, selecting contractors, and negotiating construction contracts. As construction proceeds, they may visit building sites to make sure that contractors follow the design, adhere to the schedule, use the specified materials, and meet work quality standards. The job is not complete until all construction is finished, required tests are conducted, and construction costs are paid. Sometimes, architects also provide postconstruction services, such as facilities management. They advise on energy efficiency measures, evaluate how well the building design adapts to the needs of occupants, and make necessary improvements. Often working with engineers, urban planners, interior designers, landscape architects, and other professionals, architects in fact spend a great deal of their time coordinating information from, and the work of, other professionals engaged in the same project. They design a wide variety of buildings, such as office and apartment buildings, schools, churches, factories, hospitals, houses, and airport terminals. They also design complexes such as urban centers, college campuses, industrial parks, and entire communities. Architects sometimes specialize in one phase of work. Some specialize in the design of one type of building-for example, hospitals, schools, or housing. Others focus on planning and predesign services or construction management and do minimal design work. Work environment. Usually working in a comfortable environment, architects spend most of their time in offices consulting with clients, developing reports and drawings, and working with other architects and engineers. However, they often visit construction sites to review the progress of projects. Although most architects work approximately 40 hours per week, they often have to work nights and weekends to meet deadlines. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated below this answer box. (MORE)

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What does an architect do?

There are different types of architects, but generall they design and sometimes supervise the construction of buildings or other large structures. Salaries would vary depe…nding location, size of building, etc. An architect is a person who plans, designs, and sometimes oversees the construction of a building. You need College preparatory courses, need to take physics, elective courses, mechanical drawings, computer science. The following the typical process on a new commercial project: 1: Space Programming: the architect sits with the owner, developer and/or users of the new building to develop the best possible space layout, adjacencies, and goals of the project. 2: schematic design: The architect translates the owners wants and needs into a rough building design. Beginning with gestural models and drawings which helps the architect develop the language of the building and ending with mass studies and ultimately some sort of 3d model representing the building and style. This presented along with a rough, non detailed space layout will generally conclude the schematic design phase after many revisions. 3: Design Development: The owner agrees to the design and the architect begins to run with it. Ordering a site survey, perhaps some soils testing the architect now has enough information to layout a site design, foundation & structure(may subcontract a structural engineer), mechanical and electrical(may subcontract a Mech/Elec engineer), wall sections, building elevations, partition types, door and window schedules, code research, material choices, etc... In essence this is the point where most of the decisions about what the building actual is, gets decided. 4: Construction Documents: This phase takes the bulk of the time (40%-60%) and is where the architect and interns create the contract documents. these consist of detailed drawings showing every possible detail as it relates the the building, from how walls are made, how door jambs are to be constructed, how the exterior cladding is to be connected tot he structure, how the building is to be water proofed and insulated, roofing details, etc.. This is also the point where we write the specifications for the project, which is generally a thick 400 page book with detailed information on each and every product and installation in the project as well as general terms and conditions that the contractor must follow. 5:Bidding and Negotiation: This is the point where we hand off the construction documents to the owner and assist in getting and receiving bids, answering questions from the bidding contractors and subcontractors, issuing addenda and clarifications and ultimately helping the owner to choose the right contractor for the job. 6: Construction Administration: This is the construction part of the project where we act as the contract authority and force both parties (owner and contractor) to meet the contract requirements. This means checking show drawings and issuing supplemental drawings to help the contractor install and build things properly and to the specifications. This is one of the most important stages, because this is where the quality will either be great or terrible, depending on the accuracy of the previously made specifications and details and the quality of the contractor. (MORE)

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What is the importance of architects?

I would have never attempted to answer this question before I chose to become an architect. Funny how you sometimes think something this creative can be fun, when it's only a …matter of time when you don't have time to sleep just because you are running late in completing your portfolios. None the less; as hard as it seems, it's something that is painfully alluring and the degree of satisfaction one gets out of a beautifully created building is priceless! Anyways, coming back to the question. The "importance of architects"... It's funny how most architects are controlling our day to day mood, and our lives; and we still seem to be unaware about their importance. It all started the day man decided to move out of his cave, and build something out of the earth to call his home. The rest is obviously history, but its funny to think that one would know everything about what he wants in his surroundings, and yet, doesn't seem to know how to put it all together in such a way that he can have them all in a space, yet not make the whole setting look claustrophobic, yet make sense out of it and have a concept behind what he did... I thought it would be easy and creative, but heck; when I had to give a sensible reason for placing a fountain in my designs backyard garden... I was lost. A building is like a painting; but much more complicated and consuming, and one mistake leaves a dent forever, with the architects name on it To make a building look beautiful, and yet, fully functional is a lot harder than it sounds... Not saying everyone gets it all at the end, but those who do are meant for the job. Yes it's not something that everyone has the patience or the passion for. Unless you love it, you can't do it. This very question shows how little people know about this field, and how little people who are in this field know about whats going on on the outside. My point is, this profession consumes you; but if you can make people happy about the place they live in, and make it seem perfect; then its worth all those sleepless nights. A contractor can build a shack, but an architect can make a home out of it. A civil engineer can give all the details he can about a block of concrete; but an architect could confuse you with his design to such an extent, that even after long hours of studying it's features, you would just be baffled. Unless, of course, you are an architecture student yourself; because you don't have an option. If you want to know what I mean, then go through some of the works of deacon architects, like Frank O. Gehry. It's just how far your imagination can take you, but only as long as you can justify it. Well; that, my friends, is the "importance of an architect". Always remember; an architect can replace a draftsman, a civil engineer, a contractor, a model maker, an interior designer, and a landscape artist; but none of them alone can replace an architect! (MORE)

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Who was the architect of Chandigarh?

Firstly, Mathew Nowincki and Albert Mayer of America were two architects who started designing the master plan of chandigarh but due to death of Mathew Nowincki in a plane cra… (MORE)

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Where do architects get their materials?

Architects don't build they design their object on a blueprint and give it to the boss of the builders and then that gets converted to the final object.