Listen "Full Service in Design Projects"
Episode Synopsis
In this engaging episode, hosts Ethan and Jonathan sit down with Sol, an architectural designer with extensive experience in full-service projects. The conversation dives deep into the intricacies of architectural practice, focusing on the merits and challenges of offering full-service architectural design. Sol shares his insights from early career experiences in Wellington and how those have shaped his current practice in Hawke's Bay. This episode is filled with practical advice for both budding and seasoned architectural professionals.
Sol discusses the nuances of transitioning from university to real-world architectural practice, shedding light on the exponential learning curve new graduates face. He underscores the importance of hands-on experience early in one's career, emphasizing the value of on-site work in understanding the complexities of construction beyond design and documentation. The episode also explores how architectural training differs between universities and polytechnics, with the latter offering a more practical approach beneficial for quick industry adaptability.
Sol discusses the nuances of transitioning from university to real-world architectural practice, shedding light on the exponential learning curve new graduates face. He underscores the importance of hands-on experience early in one's career, emphasizing the value of on-site work in understanding the complexities of construction beyond design and documentation. The episode also explores how architectural training differs between universities and polytechnics, with the latter offering a more practical approach beneficial for quick industry adaptability.
More episodes of the podcast The Architectural Technologist
Exploring BIM's Future and Opportunities
29/09/2025
Remote Work and Architectural Innovation
14/07/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.