Design+Dialogue

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?

Hybrid work.  Many of my clients are defining their hybrid work policy in 2023. Here are three reasons employees love hybrid work.

As you interview architecture and design firm candidates, review their portfolios for four critical components and any specific skills you may be hiring for.

Architecture and design firms also rely on the right keywords to find you. With over one million searches online for architects in the US alone, companies already pay close attention to the language on their websites.

Cultivating talent suggests nurturing a concept and helping it grow, not dictating its essence.

As an architect or designer, you will have multiple opportunities to engage in formal and informal professional development; both can be invaluable to your career.

As recruiters in the architecture and design industry, we are always looking for new trends that will shape the future of this ever-evolving field. Here are the most interesting developments that are currently taking place.

You want what's best for your firm as an architect or interior designer. You want to attract top talent, keep them happy, and have a healthy work-life balance. But what's the best way to achieve this?

Unemployment rates within design are lower than the national average, particularly in hot fields like web, digital, and UX design. So how do you know it's time to make the switch? Read on for ways to know you're ready to leave your job and how to find a new job in the design industry.

With so many other architects applying, it can be hard to stand out from the crowd and make an impression. But understanding what these firms are looking for in candidates can help you make sure your resume and portfolio will grab their attention.