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Looking for work on your own is challenging. It is a full-time job on its own and while you might be able to find a job on your own eventually, you have a much better shot at landing a job that fits your needs if you work with a recruiter. [...]

One of the most challenging aspects for any business is attracting and retaining the right talent. Often a firm will spend weeks trying to find the right person to hire only to have them leave three months down the line, or worse yet, three years after you have trained and [...]

DBI is hiring a Healthcare Market Lead for a client in Seattle. Our global client is looking to hire an experienced Healthcare Market Leader.  The candidate will be joining a firm where every employee, at every level, has the opportunity to mentor talent, influence design, and provide meaningful design answers [...]

Millennials have now surpassed baby boomers as the most populous generation. Soon millennials will become the leaders in the technology and architecture fields as baby boomers start to reach retirement age. We have already started to see how millennials are changing workplace dynamics. In general, millennials approach work differently than [...]

Work-life balance has become a hot topic in the employment and retention arena. More professionals are looking for a balance between their work and the rest of their lives. There are a variety of reasons for professionals to seek balance – whether it’s for caring for aging parents, having and [...]

DBI has teamed with an outstanding start-up in the Los Angeles area, looking for a Director of Architecture!  Our client is working where food, service, and connivence meet. Our new client will allow food brands of all sizes to get closer to their customers than ever before. As the endeavored [...]

If you have been looking for a job recently you know that competition for the top jobs is fierce. With so much competition you have to separate yourself from the rest of the pack during your job interview. If you want the job you should focus on interview preparation. There [...]

Finder, getter, gatherer, SOURCER! So here is why we are so excited!The Sourcer/Researcher role at DBI is truly legendary Legendary!  The Sourcer/Researcher role is the first, critical, step in recruiting and hiring talent.This role researches databases, groups, and the internet to find the best and the brightest architecture and design talent from [...]

The design technology field has a reputation for being one of the most rewarding careers to work in. From generous salaries to being part of global innovations, a growing number of professionals are being drawn to the tech field. High Demand One of the most significant advantages of the design [...]

Most people know investing in talent is important. Employees are the backbone of every company. But not everyone knows how to tell if they are making the right investments. This is especially true in the technology and architecture fields because these fields are fast-changing and competitive. Here are some tips [...]

Both architecture and technology jobs have their share of issues when it comes to retention. Sometimes bad hires are made out of desperation. Other times, a thorough onboarding process, designed to eliminate bad candidate and identify good candidates, isn’t implemented. But more often than not, high turnover is a byproduct [...]

While working with a recruiter can help you land your ideal job, how you approach this relationship can make all the difference. Improving your candor, communication skills, team mentality, and vision for your future will help your relationship with your recruiter work more effectively. Communication It’s important to be open [...]

Do you have a passion for UI/UX Design?  Do you enjoy working with the latest Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality systems that have become ridiculously popular, as of late? Do you push the boundaries of user experience, technology and design and feel excited and enthusiastic about the future of Augmented Reality (AR)? [...]

Last week DBI was on the road again.  This time is was to sunny south Florida, Miami! We had a great time, met with great clients, and took in some great architecture.

Technology is a fast-changing market that is always in a state of transition. This is true in the area design technology even more so. Some of the most prominent trends right now are the growth of AI, automotive and mobile technology, the increased use of digital media and augmented and [...]

Committed to design.  It is a phrase said often but few firms live up to the challenge.  DBI’s new client in Houston does, and goes further to leading design.  They define what is new and next with passion, gusto, drive, and taste.  Known for their elegant design solution that lean [...]

Because of how most design and architecture firms are structured, professionals are rarely paid through traditional performance incentives. Yet, performance incentives are a proven way to increase productivity, work quality, and job satisfaction. The design and architecture field can be intense, so incentives can be particularly helpful in this field. [...]

DBI’s new client in Houston, Texas has an outstanding Luxury Architect or Luxury Interior Architect position they have recently opened. The firm, an international architecture and design firm with an extensive portfolio of corporate and hospitality projects, is seeking a highly creative Architect or Interior Architect. The firm is steeped [...]

Most architects are enthusiastic about design, but an outstanding design skill does not often come with the skills needed to become progressive, dynamic leader. A leader does more than just manage, they guide the team. They help others reach their full potential. In the architectural field, an effective leader is [...]

Many people think it is difficult to turn their creative gifts into a career but there are many benefits you can reap by pursuing a career in architecture, especially since the real estate market in the United States is better than it has been in a long time. Here are [...]