Do I have to be creative to be an architect?

Being creative supports you to create original designs. It is not a prerequisite though. Many architects I know became successful through means other than designing, such as becoming a developer, or a construction contractor, and they hire architects. They do designs when they build their own houses or buildings. read more

The only way to do this is through creative thinking. Architects must use a combination of the left and right sides of their brain to harness both their logical, mathematical thinking and their unique, originative thinking. read more

Architecture is one of the most competitive professions. It starts the second you apply to design school and it never stops. Many people have tons of creative energy deep inside of them that can become unlocked in a competitive environment. read more