An architectural designer focuses on the style of the building. Some architectural firms are known for distinctive design styles while other firms concentrate on designs based on individual projects. Architectural designers may derive their ideas solely based on the client’s desires or the client may give the architect more artistic freedom.
Many architectural designers work in the design studios of larger firms. This type of employment requires the ability to share design ideas listening carefully to other professionals and communicate ideas articulately. Within these design studios an architectural designer will have to brainstorm develop models and present unique design proposals.
An architectural designer may perform all or some of the following tasks
Listen and communicate with the client about prospective ideas.
Brainstorm creative design plans.
Develop models by hand andor utilizing computer software.
Interact with other designers and architects.
Present design proposals.
Follow up with design work as building progresses.
Architectural designers must reflect high levels of creativity within the parameters of structure and building requirements. The best architects communicate well with clients and other professionals work effectively in a team setting and readily adapt as changes need to be made.
Skills
Listen and communicate with the client about prospective ideas.
Brainstorm creative design plans.
Develop models by hand andor utilizing computer software.
Interact with other designers and architects.
Present design proposals.
Follow up with design work as building progresses.
Architectural designers must reflect high levels of creativity within the parameters of structure and building requirements. The best architects communicate well with clients and other professionals work effectively in a team setting and readily adapt as changes need to be made.
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