The document provides a comprehensive overview of architecture, including its definitions, importance, and the responsibilities of architects. It outlines the education and training required to become a licensed architect, highlighting the significance of hands-on experience and various architectural practices. Additionally, it discusses the business aspects of architecture and related fields that intertwine with architectural practice.

1. So you want to be an Architect? Photo “Inside the swimming pool” by ajari from Japan 21 st Century Museum of Modern Art, 2004 Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of the architect office SANAA

2. My Information Christopher Algmin Olivieri Brothers, Architects Frankfort, IL Licensed Architect, in 2009 2003 LEED Accredited Professional University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 Master of Architecture (Structures) 2001 Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies

3. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?

4. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?

5. Wiki Definition Architecture can mean: The art and science of designing and erecting buildings and other physical structures. The practice of an architect, where architecture means to offer or render professional services in connection with the design and construction of a building , or group of buildings and the space within the site surrounding the buildings, that have as their principal purpose human occupancy or use . A general term to describe buildings and other structures. A style and method of design and construction of buildings and other physical structures.

6. Human Occupancy and Use Occupancy The use or intended use of a building or part thereof for the shelter or support of persons, animals or property Quick Tour of several Occupancies and Uses...

7. Residential

8. Corporate

9. Entertainment

10. Restaurants / Food Service

11. Transportation

12. Religious

13. Museum

14. Industry

15. Military

16. Retail

17. Recreation

18. Hotel

19. Education

20. Stadiums

21. Library

22. Convention Centers

23. Government

24. Judicial

25. Performance

26. Hospitals

27. Skyscrapers

28. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?

29. Why is Architecture Important Provides the stage for life Life takes place in and around buildings Reflects and engages society Architecture expresses the use/occupancy of the space using technology and materials of the period.

30. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?

31. De Architectura Earliest discourse on architecture Series of 10 books on several aspects Architecture must address: “ Firmitas” = Durability “ Utilitas” = Utility “ Venustas” = Beauty

32. Venustas = Responsibility to Design Proportion Form Order/ Composition

33. “ STAR-chitects” Hired for their command of design

34. “ STAR-chitects” Hired for their command of design Frank Gehry

35. “ STAR-chitects” Hired for their command of design Rem Koolhaus

36. “ STAR-chitects” Hired for their command of design Norman Foster

37. “ STAR-chitects” Hired for their command of design Santiago Calatrava

38. “ STAR-chitects” Hired for their command of design Frank Gehry Rem Koolhaus Norman Foster Santiago Calatrava Many Others Prizker Prize 'The Nobel Prize for Architecture'

39. Utilitas = Responsibility to the client Usefulness = Program Requirements Image: Benjamin John Stevens

40. Construction Budgets Owner has to pay for it Constructability Contractor has to build Maintenance Someone has to wash the windows and change the light bulbs Trump Tower, Chicago, 2008 Image: Chicago Tribune

41. Firmitas = Durability Life Safety and Public Welfare

42. Firmitas = Responsibility to the Community - Zoning Low Income Housing Subdivisions Mexico City, Mexico

43. Responsibility to the Community - Access Accessibility Codes = Access for all Wheel Chair Access Blind Special Needs

44. Responsibility to the Planet Energy Codes Sustainable Design Use resources responsibly Insure that future generations have access to the same resources

45. Delicate Balancing Act

46. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?

47. Education Bring you up to speed with the art of Architecture History Precedents Teach you technical components Structures HVAC Lighting Practice of Architecture

48. Design Studio Put other coursework into practice Learn Design Process and Develop Skills Explore the preliminary phases of a project (through design development) Convey your architectural expression for your project Dynamic environment to foster creativity “ Thesis” in your final year Public presentation skills

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50. Architecture Programs NAAB Accredited Programs 5 year Bachelor of Architecture OR 4 year Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies (Not Accredited) and 2 year Master of Architecture (Accredited) Education alone is incomplete Focus is heavy on design

51. Experience / Training Picks up where school left off Different focus Business to run Where Architecture meets the real world Main Categories of Development Design & Construction Documents Construction Contract Administration Management Related Activities

52. Intern Development Program (IDP) / NCARB *** 5600 Hours / 40 hours a week / 52 weeks year = 2.7 years minimum

53. Examination Pre-requisites NAAB Accredited Degree 5,600 Hours of IDP Training (Prescriptive) 7 Sections - Pass/Fail Combined Multiple Choice & Graphic Test Time from 3 to 5 hours each 5 year rolling clock Varies by State Updated versions can affect timing

54. The Architecture Registration Examination (ARE)

55. Licensed Photo “Inside the swimming pool” by ajari from Japan 21 st Century Museum of Modern Art, 2004 Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of the architect office SANAA

56. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?

57. Typical Project (Source of Revenue) Proposal & Preliminary Design Design Development Construction Documents Bidding (Select Contractor) Construction Administration Post Occupancy

58. The Architecture Firm

59. The Architecture Firm 79% 14%

60. Salary *Statistics for employees Does not include the self-employed Bureau of Labor Statistics Data

61. Architecture Current Number of Licensed Architect and Reciprocal Registrations NO DATA RELEASED NCARB Registered Architects Year Resident Reciprocal Total 2002 101219 106530 207749 2003 101183 111642 212825 2004 101179 109757 210936 2005 107615 104684 212299 2006 0 2007 112650 109546 222196 2008 104126 116221 220347 2009 101673 117997 219670 2010 105312 116340 221652

62. AIA Billings Index

63. AIA Billings Index

64. AIA Billings Index

65. Architecture Outlook Billings indicate start of sustained growth Recession caused many graduates into alternate careers, may be 'lost' to architecture for good Baby Boomers are nearing 'retirement' Higher demand for medical projects More openings in the profession Energy Consumption is only increasing Economy will turn around at some point

66. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?

67. Architecture - Related Construction Management Owner's Representative Interior Design Landscape Design Engineering – Civil, MEP, Structural Code Review and Enforcement

68. Not Un-related to Architecture Graphic Design Drafting / Modeling Industrial Arts / Product Design Technology Related Software Development Building Inspector Real Estate Developer

69. Final Thoughts Skills to solve complex problems See a side of life that few experience Help others to do what they do Variety of tasks from day to day You will control what you do for Architecture and what it does for you

70. What can you do now? Handouts: Several websites to help you narrow search for school. NAAB Directory of Accredited Schools (over 115) NCARB's ARE (the exam) Pass Rates by School American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) aias.org ARCHcareers.org Summer Outreach Programs Discover Architecture @ U of I at Urbana-Champaign Architecture Summer Camp @ Penn State University Sketch, Sketch, Sketch!!! You'll thank me later.. Pay attention to everything around you. Check out archiculture if you have the opportunity

71. What is Architecture? Why is Architecture Important? Architect Responsibilities How to become an Architect The Business of Architecture Related Fields Questions So you want to be an Architect?