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This category is where you will find anything and everything regarding architecture as a career.  It is also where you’ll find personal posts about my life as an architect and business owner!

November 26, 2018March 27, 2023 - admin

Best Christmas Gifts for Designers

2018 Gifts for Architects

Well, it’s that time of year again.  Time to sit back and figure out what gifts to give your fellow architect, designer, or overall creative person (or maybe even gift yourself!) for the holidays.  I’ve scoured through Amazon to find what I think are the best gifts for designers andRead More…

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November 19, 2018November 18, 2021 - admin

Closet Staples for Woman Architects

Architect Closet Staples

Long Sleeve Knitted Cardigan Sweater Ankle Mid Heel Booties Rae Dunn Hot Mess Coffee Mug Cup Ladies, have you ever wondered what the main staples you would need as a woman architect?  What can go from office wear to site visit in a flash?  Well, that’s what I’m going toRead More…

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November 12, 2018November 14, 2025 - admin

How to Study for ARE 5.0 Architect Exam

Study ARE 5.0

As of July 30, 2018, ARE4.0 Architect Exam is no more (let’s all take a moment of silence for that horrible vignette software.)  But with this series also went one extra test!  So long seven exams, hello six! In this post I’ll review the six exams that are now requiredRead More…

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October 24, 2018October 31, 2018 - admin

Realistic Architectural Renderings in 3 Easy Steps

Hayesville Arlington Architect Rendering

So today I’m going to let you in on a little secret of mine, the basic steps I do to my architectural renderings to have them look more professional.  (Disclosure: In keeping in mind with how long this post COULD be,  I won’t be taking you through a detailed step-by-stepRead More…

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October 18, 2018October 30, 2018 - admin

What I Miss Most About Architecture School

What I miss about Architecture School

Every so often, when discussing my career, schooling will get brought up.  It seems a lot of people are pretty curious as to how Architects become trained.  After explaining the long studio hours, and the even longer studio nights, along with working on projects throughout the weekend the question usuallyRead More…

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October 10, 2018October 31, 2018 - admin

5 Mistakes You Don’t Know You Are Making as and Architect

Mistakes you are making as an Architect

It never fails.  As humans we develop little everyday habits to get us through each day.  Some are good, some not so good.  So I got to thinking about what workplace habits I had gotten used to and if any may be setting me back.  And yep, sure enough thereRead More…

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I’m Stevie, a 30-something licensed Architect living in a small Tennessee town close to Memphis. Are you a woman architect? Young architect? Engineer?  Work in the trades? I definitely don’t have all the answers, but I’ve worked over 10 years in construction and would love to help you! So look around and stay awhile!

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