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I concluded my time as a summer intern at Newman Architects, PC with a research?presentation on the childhood home. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to dedicate part of my time toward independent research on a topic of my choice while working with?Newman Architects, PC. Not only do I find this enriching, but this experience has also allowed me to interact and gain deeper relationships?with colleagues?by organizing sketching studies and getting advice about my materials. I took a personal approach to this research topic as I have felt a deep connection to the way my childhood home shaped the way I think as a designer and I wanted to understand this in a meaningful way. After I read the book "The Architecture of Happiness" in my home during covid, I was struck by its poetic writing about space, and saw my home in a new light. I felt I could write about my home in this way, the details such as the countertops influenced me in such a way as a child to feel space differently. I took on the task of studying architecture and psychology to find reasoning behind the way I interpret aspects of my home and how the ways I was inventive as a child shaped me as a designer now. One of the deliverables I chose to create was a drawing on mylar of my childhood home from memory, with layers of memories in every space, to view the spaces conceptually in a psychological way. I find this topic fascinating, I led the office to draw their childhood home from memory and it opened up new conversations and opinions that helped us think about the topic with a different perspective. #research #summerintern #architecture #spaceandemotion

Durian Catchers A durian orchard client has asked us to design a pavilion for small events like weddings and to find a solution to protect visitors from falling durians and branches. He suggested a covered walkway, but we felt that it might negatively impact the view of the orchard. Additionally, he wanted the cover to have a minimal ground impact. We suggested something light that does not obstruct the view of the lush orchard. Our proposed solution: 1. A steel platform with grating and perforated balustrades that blend lightly with the lush orchard background. 2. A series of striking canopies that mark the pathways and gathering spaces. Visitors often ask the owner what these structures are for and whether they are meant to catch durians. They guessed it right! These striking and playful or curious-looking canopies become the identity of the orchard. We are looking for Interns or Part 1 Assistant Architects.

With the start of semester 2 of my Master's course, a reflection on the first semester is due. Since the beginning of the course, I have taken up learning German as a Hobby. Dedicating 2 hours a day for 3 months has pushed my progress faster than I thought I could ever learn a language. My ultimate goal is to find an Architecture internship in Germany. Allowing me to feel closer to my heritage and have the opportunity to practise my new language skills. I've quickly progressed from not knowing much about the language to almost completing A1.1. I also received back two of my module grades during the Christmas break, to which I passed! Writing two essays in 3 months is definitely a new experience! but one that I fully enjoyed. For the module 'Design Agency', my essay consisted of a research essay, a designed response and an overall look at my engagement. The idea of the essay was to investigate an 'artefact of the Oxford state' (to which I chose the Oxford Electric scooters). The essay would design a research project and had to exhibit specific features that followed the given marking criteria. For the second essay for the module 'History and Theory' within my Interior Architecture specialisation, we had to write an essay about a 'room or house' from a list of 12. Within this essay, we had to analyse the rooms and refer to furnitecture, spatial qualities and atmosphere. For this essay, I chose the Muller House but Adolf Loos. Throughout this essay, I had to contextualise the house and Loos' historical architectural moment, while also touching on different senses and making the reader feel as though they were walking through the house. Starting the next semester, I look forward to all the new challenges ahead, the late-night studies and the countless books I've had to borrow and lug home with me on the train... haha Auf das neue jahr! <3

NEW BLOG POST // A year of firsts: life as a graduate student & intern Keely Ashton, our Architectural Intern, reflects on balancing the first year of her Master’s program with her role at Shelter! ???? Read the full post below:

#EMPLOYEESPOTLIGHT Sydney Winkler Intern #DoingMore?#CollectiveKnowledge?#Architecture Q: What is Architecture to you? How do you think it affects people’s daily lives?? Architecture is everywhere around us, from the buildings we live and work in to the untouched landscapes where nature dominates. It's not just about physical structures; it's about how those structures affect us every day.? Our homes, or the absence of them, and the spaces we inhabit can deeply impact our well-being. Architects carry a big responsibility in shaping these environments, knowing that their work directly influences people's lives. It's both a challenge and a privilege to be part of this process.? ? Q: What makes Project Luong unique? Why do you choose to work here?? Project Luong stands out for its authentic atmosphere. In my brief experience here, I've sensed a deep bond among everyone and a dedication to thoughtful design. What really attracted me to apply for the internship is the diversity of the firm, both in its people and projects. It's rare to find a company that not only recognizes the importance of diversity in the architectural field but actively embraces it to enhance design quality.? ? Q: How can designers better serve their clients?? The relationship?between designers and clients is crucial, and one that I am just beginning to learn. It's a two-way street where both sides share the responsibility of understanding the project's requirements, the stakeholders involved, and the context surrounding it all. As designers, our role demands empathy and a deep comprehension of the client's vision to ensure we collaborate effectively and create designs that resonate with everyone involved.? ? Q: What are some of the biggest challenges designers face in their projects?? One of the biggest challenges designers face is balancing the needs of different stakeholders, including the client, the environment, users, and the surrounding community. This requires finding innovative solutions and effectively managing the diverse requirements of all involved.? ?? Q: Who has been your biggest influence?? I think my mom has been my biggest influence. Growing up, our house was filled with books on Frank Lloyd Wright and the Art Deco movement, which sparked my interest in architecture from an early age. She supported my creativity throughout my youth, introducing me to a variety of experiences and encouraging me to explore my potential in the design field.?? ? Q: What is your personal philosophy when it comes to architecture and design?? My personal design philosophy is that architecture should be the solution to the needs and problems of its users. It’s about creating environments that enhance quality of life. By taking cultural, environmental, and social factors into account, architectural design can create spaces that are both innovative and in harmony with their surroundings.

The field of architecture encompasses various specializations, each involving the design of different types of buildings and structures. For aspiring architects, choosing a specialization is crucial for career progression. The initial steps in an architecture career, such as obtaining a degree and passing the Architect Registration Examination (ARE), remain consistent across specializations. However, knowing one's focus allows students to tailor their education, internships, and certifications accordingly. This article provides an overview of major architecture specializations, including commercial architecture, industrial architecture, residential architecture, sustainable architecture, historic preservation, restoration, and conservation architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture, and interior architecture. Each specialization comes with unique career paths, emphasizing the importance of experience, additional certifications, and specialization-specific knowledge for career advancement. The article encourages students to explore different specializations through internships to make informed decisions about their architecture career paths. #architecturejobs #careerpaths #architecturecareer #specialization #archipro

{LANDSCAPE INNOVATORS COMPETITION} Entries are now open to landscape architects, students and inter-disciplinary collaborators to propose innovations that transform landscape architecture practice. The competition is part of the 2024 AILA Innovation Symposium: Embracing Change to be held in October in Naarm/Melbourne. The brief is to create a 2-minute video proposing an innovation that will transform landscape architecture. Thanks to Competition Partner, Place Intelligence ?, we have a great prize on offer for our Innovator of the Year, a $10,000 Studio Subscription to Place Intelligence and a Student Category Prize of a two-week summer internship opportunity. Entries close Friday 4 October. For more information on the competition visit the link in our bio or https://ow.ly/efbL50Tf00O Innovation can be interpreted, critiqued and creatively expressed. This can be done within – or go beyond- the conventional definition of innovation as ‘the implementation of a product or process that is new to a social system with the aim of advancing performance.’ Explore applications in landscape architecture, such as the economic, social, cultural and environmental dimensions of practice and discourse. The competition contributes to the dialogue by engaging the wide spectrum of practitioners that shape landscapes. Inspired by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) ‘Game Changers’, the competition challenges practitioners to articulate an existing, prospective or speculative innovation.

I was looking up the trendy architectural term “placemaking” the other day, and it did not appear in my U.S. dictionary. One word or two? #placemaking or #place_making? Even my spellcheck didn’t know what to do. Afterward, I randomly picked up the book, “Architect, Verb,” at the library. And in it, a whole chapter on “placemaking”! The author, OMA architect Reinier de Graaf, complained about the same thing. It’s not in his U.K. dictionary either! But actually, it didn’t bother me that the term is not in a dictionary-- as much as it did Reinier. Dictionaries are history books of a sort. Reinier is being a stickler. Architects talk about placemaking all the time. What’s interesting is that the author traces the history of the term to a one Fred Kent a New York City urban adviser in the 1970s. He liked to study how people use a place before advising anyone about building anything. That sounds familiar! Placemaking was what our daughter was involved in while working at architectural firms. From what I understand, architects do not (or should not) just put up a building, but consider how it could become an attractive place to work or shop or live. How did Emma conduct her work? By talking with people about the designs for their spaces that her firm was building. The term here is #community_engagement. That included children. I love the photo of Emma interning at The Glass-House Community Led Design in London, having a chat with a small fellow who seemed pretty excited about the whole thing! Emma herself wrote that the internship was important in learning the vocabulary of architecture (see link below). New terms won’t be found in the dictionary, obviously. We should be trying to forge new ways to build better buildings and places. That might require new words. I’m not scolding Reinier. I’ll now have a deeper understanding of the architecture of today after his deep dive into its new vocabulary.

LANDSCAPE INNOVATORS COMPETITION Entries are now open to landscape architects, students and inter-disciplinary collaborators to propose innovations that transform landscape architecture practice. The competition is part of the 2024 AILA Innovation Symposium: Embracing Change to be held in Fri 25th October in Naarm/Melbourne. The brief is to create a 2-minute video proposing an innovation that will transform landscape architecture. Thanks to Competition Partner, Place Intelligence ? we have a great prize on offer for our Innovator of the Year, a $10,000 Studio Subscription to Place Intelligence and a Student Category Prize of a two-week summer internship opportunity. Entries close Friday 4 October, 5pm. For more information on the competition visit the link https://ow.ly/efbL50Tf00O Innovation can be interpreted, critiqued and creatively expressed. This can be done within – or go beyond- the conventional definition of innovation as ‘the implementation of a product or process that is new to a social system with the aim of advancing performance.’ Explore applications in landscape architecture, such as the economic, social, cultural and environmental dimensions of practice and discourse. The competition contributes to the dialogue by engaging the wide spectrum of practitioners that shape landscapes. Inspired by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) ‘Game Changers’, the competition challenges practitioners to articulate an existing, prospective or speculative innovation.

Dreaming Architecture: From Chicago to The World Is the American dream any different to the British dream or the German? I had a dream in Chicago in 1988; on my arrival, before starting as an architectural intern at Skidmore Owings & Merrill at 33 W Monroe. It was about looking for the building of Helmut Jahn; the Postmodernist Thompson Center. It was not to be found; but another building did appear that seemed to honour water. It was black ,lit with sunlight and showed dark greys in the shadow and greens from the reflection of the water. It was not until much later in my career/education that I stumbled on a similar construction, in a lecture at the Architectural Association. Peter Cook and Christine Hawley were presenting their Osaka Folly, built in 1990 in Japan. Of course I did go to the Thompson Center, where they issued my Social Security Card. I was taken that the vast space that escaped the laws of fire protection, due to it being a governmental building. It too had taken the lives of 5 construction workers. A cable lowering a bucket carrying six construction workers at the building site broke, hurling five of them 80 feet to their deaths and seriously injuring the sixth. I had a dream that I could understand architecture and become an architect. #ArchitectureDreams #AmericanDream #BritishDream #GermanDream #ChicagoArchitecture #SkidmoreOwingsMerrill #HelmutJahn #ThompsonCenter #PeterCook #ChristineHawley #OsakaFolly #ArchitecturalJourney #DreamsAndBuildings #ArchitecturalInternship #PostmodernArchitecture #BuildingDreams #ArchitectLife #ArchitecturalInspiration #UrbanDesign #ArchitectureLovers #ArchitecturalHistory #ConstructionStories #ArchitecturalPassion #DreamToArchitect #CityScapes