archibabble
Chelsea | The Student Architect
Architecture Jobs Are Slowing—Now What? (For ...

If project inquiries have dropped off, timelines are getting pushed, or clients are suddenly tightening their budgets—you’re not alone. Economic instability has a ripple effect across the architecture world (and every other industry). But while things might be slower on the surface, this season can still be an opportunity to recalibrate, rethink, and rebuild stronger.

archibabble
Chelsea | The Student Architect
From Firm to Freedom: What to Know Before You ...

Thinking about leaving firm life behind to go out on your own? Whether you’re daydreaming about flexible hours, better clients, or finally doing work your way, the leap into freelancing or starting your own business can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this post, I’m sharing what I wish I’d known before I made the jump—from mindset shifts to real talk about money—so you can feel more prepared, confident, and grounded as you move toward freedom.

tutorials, tips+tricks
Chelsea | The Student Architect
Bad Habits to Avoid When Working in Revit

Did you just start using Revit, or have you been using it for a while? I’m willing to bet you’ve made some of these mistakes yourself at some point. These are some of the worst Revit mistakes I’ve seen in my years of teaching Revit and working with other designers. How many of these are you guilty of?

tips+tricks, archibabble
Chelsea | The Student Architect
How to Avoid All-Nighters

I’ve written and spoken about how to survive all-nighters, but it’s best if we can avoid them in the first place, right?
All-nighters are very unhealthy for you, especially if you find yourself doing them all the time. Working for hours on end, especially overnight, can cause you to make mistakes in your work, can make you sick, and can be seriously dangerous if you’re working on models with knives and machinery without sleep. Here are my tips on how to avoid all-nighters.

tips+tricks, archibabble
Chelsea | The Student Architect
15 Tips for Starting Your Own Design Business

Whether you’re looking to freelance, become a solopreneur, or start a small design business, these tips will help you start off your journey on the right foot. You may want to use this as a checklist or just a guide; either way, these are all tips…

studio vlog

Studio Vlog 9

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I DID IT!

I survived the semester and I couldn't be more relieved! The past few weeks were rough but I somehow was able to motivate myself and get everything done!

I was so excited about my timber studio project I decided to give you a personal presentation showing you my design boards and models!

I survived my 10th studio!! Here I present my final timber studio presentation to you! I hope you like it :) // More info below!! Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi
 

Studio Vlog 8 // Part 2

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Currently, I am in the midst of the research part of thesis project. I finally have the concrete idea for the type of building I'm doing - a center for music and dance which will be located in a city near my hometown! Now I'm in the process building up my argument for the need for my building in the city and picking the actual site. Come along with me while I bring you through my process of narrowing down site options and update you on my to do's for the week!

PART 2: Update on my thesis project! // More info below!! Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi
 

Studio Vlog 8 // Part 1

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I was able to live out a childhood dream where I was able to build a Lego model for my studio project! My studio project is based around sustainability and is constructed entirely out of wood. Here I bring you into my Sketchup model so you can see the massing of my building and see the logic behind some of the decisions I made. I also show you into the more technical drawings in AutoCAD, figuring out my panelized wall systems for the modular units.

PART 1: After keeping you in the dark for a month I'm finally going to update you on my studio project! // More info below!! Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi
 

Studio Vlog 7

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Since I'm taking a timber studio, we took a field trip to different wood manufacturing factories to see exactly how the wood that we build with is cut, glued, transported, and everything in between! This was one of my favorite field trips yet, come along with me for the ride!

Went on a studio field trip this weekend! // MORE INFO BELOW! Bensonwood timber manufacturing http://bensonwood.com/# Hancock Shaker Village http://hancockshakervillage.org/ Unalam glulam factory http://www.unalam.com/ Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi
 

Studio Vlog 6

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Ever wonder what a day in the life of an architecture student looks like? Look no further! Here I went around for a day filming everything from organizing a critique list for studio desk crits with some friends, to driving around town, to showing some of the projects I've been working on! Hope you like it!

This is more of just a random compilation of things I did the past few weeks - I hope you like my little animations!! // More info below! Showing my Bob's Burgers love! Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi
 

Studio Vlog 5

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This is by far one of my most exciting vlogs yet! Here I show you how to make a laser cutting file using AutoCAD for making topography for site models, show the building of the site model, and exhibit an actual design charrette between students! A design charrette is where designers will work to develop a solution to solve a design problem and present their projects to critics who will then give them feedback on their designs. I was really excited to be able to film all of this for you guys, this is definitely one you don't want to miss!

Learn how to make a CAD site file and listen to an architecture design charrette discussion! // More info below! Christian Kerez - Leutschenbach School [note system integration] http://www.archdaily.com/382485/leutschenbach-school-christian-kerez/ Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi

Studio Vlog 4

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Tune in for a short video to get project updates on my timber (micro/macro) studio!

Find out what studio project I'm working on! // More info below! If you're interested in LTL Architects Park Tower: http://ltlarchitects.com/park-tower/ MVRDV Market Hall http://www.archdaily.com/22466/market-hall-in-rotterdam-mvrdv/ Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi
 

Studio Vlog 3

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Hear about my first review of the semester in my 5th year and about my thesis project! I uncovered so many interesting and revolutionary programs while doing research for my thesis, I'm so glad I recorded my experiences in the moment so you and I can look back to this in the future!

Updates on studio and my thesis! Or maybe it's about something completely unrelated... watch to find out! // More info below! If you're interested in the Arizona education project: http://www.edutopia.org/arts-opening-minds-integration-video Leonardo's Self Supporting Bridge: http://www.rlt.com/20101 Final Wooden House: http://www.archdaily.com/7638/final-wooden-house-sou-fujimoto/ Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi

Studio Vlog 2

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How often do you get a true glimpse into the life of an architecture student? Come along with me in my studio where I'm laser cutting, breaking models, bending wood, and slicing paper!

Process of my first review this semester - laser cutting, bending wood, cutting paper, breaking models // More info below! Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi

Studio Vlog 1

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This here is my first ever vlog! (For you wonderful humans who are oblivious to the internet, that means a "video blog"). Watch below to follow my day where I show you around my work, my design studio, and a few of my projects!

Watch me drive around all day rambling on about my life and projects I'm working on // More info below! Other Social Media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thestudentarchitect Tumblr: http://www.thestudentarchitect.tumblr.com­/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thestudentarchi Snapchat: thestudentarchi
This one cuts deep. Architecture still has a race and gender problem — and it shows up everywhere. It’s not just about who gets hired. It’s about who gets recognized. Who gets respected. Who gets listened to. As a queer woman, I&r
Let’s talk about perfectionism in architecture. It’s everywhere — in our drawings, our portfolios, even our so-called “process work.” Everything has to look polished, even when we’re still figuring it out. But whe
Somewhere along the way, architecture forgot how to smile. Everything — from firm websites to portfolios — feels polished, minimal, and “professional”… but also kind of lifeless. Don’t get me wrong — I lov
This one is really scary to share… (but that’s kind of the point of this series). I’ve spent years feeling like my personality doesn’t fit in the architecture world. Whenever I shared something playful or personal — a