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What Is Architecture

Architecture involves the design and construction of buildings. Architects design all types of structures, not just homes. Their work serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. Architects earn a median salary of $82,230 annually, with the top 25% earning over $106,000. Architects need skills in areas like structural design, engineering, and drawing. They are involved in every phase of building design and construction. Students typically earn a bachelor's degree in architecture and then a master's degree to become a licensed architect. Coursework covers areas such as design history, building design, math, science, and graphic design. Architects design residential, commercial, and government buildings and work with other professionals like engineers. Landscape architects design

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What Is Architecture

Architecture involves the design and construction of buildings. Architects design all types of structures, not just homes. Their work serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. Architects earn a median salary of $82,230 annually, with the top 25% earning over $106,000. Architects need skills in areas like structural design, engineering, and drawing. They are involved in every phase of building design and construction. Students typically earn a bachelor's degree in architecture and then a master's degree to become a licensed architect. Coursework covers areas such as design history, building design, math, science, and graphic design. Architects design residential, commercial, and government buildings and work with other professionals like engineers. Landscape architects design

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2what is architecture?

Architecture, the art, and the technique of designing and building are distinguished from the
skills associated with construction. The practice of architecture is employed to fulfill both
practical and expressive requirements, and thus it serves both utilitarian and aesthetic ends.

Architects design all types of building not just homes.

how much do architects make?

Architects make a median salary of $82,230 in 2020. The best-paid 25 percent made $106,680
that year, while the lowest-paid 25 percent made $63,420.

Before becoming an architect, you need to be good at possessing a variety of qualities, most
of which you must excel in. architects need to have a strong understanding of all building
disciplines, including structural, electrical, and mechanical. This takes smarts. And while
simply being smart does not make you a good architect, it does give you a good foundation.

An architecture major combines elements of science and math with multi-layered levels
drawing upon the creative arts. There is a steadily growing need for licensed architects in the
United States. An architect is usually involved in every phase of the design process and
development of a building.

Any desiring architect should plan out their education meticulously to avoid the program
taking longer than 5 years. Undergrads may want to consider the following skill sets, as these
are some of the desirable qualities that successful architects possess. Most students continue
to a graduate program to pursue their master's degree in architecture.

During the bachelor’s degree program, an architecture student can expect to take courses in a
variety of concentrations, including:

 Architectural Design History and Theory


 Building design with a focus on CADD, structures, construction methods &
professional practices
 Mathematics
 Physical Sciences
 Liberal Arts
 Graphic Design (various)
Architects are skilled crafters who may design residential homes, as well as government and
commercial buildings. Experts in allied professions, such as interior design, city planning, and
structural engineering, frequently work with them. Their purpose is to create beautiful and
useful homes, offices, stores, and recreational areas.

Landscape architecture
Landscape architecture is the design of outdoor public areas, landmarks, and structures to
achieve environmental, social-behavioral, or aesthetic outcomes. It involves the systematic
investigation of existing social, ecological, and soil conditions and processes in the landscape.
A landscape architect is a practitioner in the profession of landscape architecture.

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