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Nikken Sekkei, a Japanese architecture and engineering firm is a great example of a company that has successfully established foreign offices in countries like China, Russia, and Turkey.

Ace the Interview. When you are looking for a new job this simple phrase crosses your mind often.  But how does someone “ace” the interview?   Well, these three simple tips are a great place to start.

As a job seeker in architecture, it's natural to want your resume to stand out. After all, the field is all about creativity and innovation, but most reviewers spend a mere 6 seconds looking at the document you spent hours designing.

Prosperity in Uncertainty can happen.  Not only can a firm maintain activity, but uncertainty is also the perfect time to plan and start growth.  These three tips will help guide any company through the unknown.

Hiring in architecture is a critical process that can have heavy repercussions for your business.

The Green Revolution has been a mainstay of the architecture industry for decades.

Are you an aspiring architect looking to kickstart your design career? Look no further than architecture recruitment specialists. These professionals are experts in the field, dedicated to connecting talented architects with the right job opportunities. In this article, we will explore how architecture recruitment specialists can help propel your design [...]

2 reasons you didn’t get the job. You were not prepared You did not have confidence, because you were not prepared

Designers and architects continuously integrate new design tools and technologies into their work for various reasons, including improving their creative process, enhancing their designs, and reducing client costs.

Get past creative block.  Not always easy when we are in the depths of winter.  Each year at this time I like to share these four simple tips for getting past creative blog. Take a Break Do the Opposite Go Outside the Project Parameters Set a Deadline I have also [...]

Building a successful architectural career requires hard work, talent, and determination.

Here are the best keyword tips for a resume. 1. Keywords need to match the job description 2. Keywords need to speak to the job you want 3. Keywords need to flow naturally in your resume 4. Keywords must be used uniquely for each job you apply for Check out [...]

One interview isn’t enough to find the perfect design and architecture candidate. 

During a design interview, the interviewer will typically ask a series of questions to assess the design skills, experience, and qualifications of a prospective applicant.

Clear and effective communication is essential for any designer, as it allows them to effectively convey an abstract vision to clients, stakeholders, and team members.

The Portfolio is both loved and hated by design professionals. To help you love your portfolio more here is a list of the parts of a portfolio. 1. Your Personality 2. Continuity 3. Show Your Work 4. Show Your Potential

Architecture careers can develop in many ways. Below is the most common career path of an architect. Intern Project Architect Project Manager Director Principal Operations

Candidates wanting to interview with your firm have likely put significant effort into writing and designing their architecture resumes and portfolios.

Hybrid Work Policy. Last week I shared three reasons employees love a hybrid work policy. In this Design+Dialogue I share three reasons for the employer to love the hybrid work policy.

You've revised and rewritten your cover letter and curriculum vitae or resume so many times that you've got enough material for a book. But how many times do architecture firms review resumes, anyways?