Architecture

             Who can design anything from a three bedroom ranch house to a fifty-story skyscraper or a complex highway system? An architect does. By definition an architect is one who researches, plans, designs, and administers building projects for clients (Chronicle Guidance publications 3). An architect's job is both challenging and complex. It takes a very diverse person to complete the years of high school, college, and finally an internship, the last leg of training to become an architect. Many qualifications and traits must be present. Traditionally architects used pencils, paper, and rulers to complete projects; however, now architects are turning to fast growing technology. An experienced architect has many promotion possibilities and can make a great deal of money while working in rather comfortable conditions. An architect must be able to maintain a license. In most states a continuing education is not required to do this, but it may be necessary to keep up with research and technology. Architecture has come a long way since the mid 1900's, but one architect who was always ahead of his time was Frank Lloyd Wright. He designed many famous structures, including Springfield's own Dana-Thomas House which was one of the largest and most ornate residences designed by Wright.
             An architect's task initiates with a project proposed by a client. This can be a road, bridge, or building. Architects are trained to take a sketch and see the big picture (Why Use an Architect?). They look beyond the immediate requirements to design flexible buildings that will adapt with the changing needs of the people who use it (Why Use an Architect?). The architect and client must first discuss purpose requirements, and budget of a project before beginning the design (Why use an architect?). Some architects specialize in one phase of work. For example, an architect specializes in the design of one type of building such as hospit...

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