PROFESSIONAL

PRACTICE
UNIT 1

SUBMITTED BY-
SANIYA AHMAD
5TH YR
 ARCHITECT’S PROFESSION IS
NOBLE A NOBLE PROFESSION

Profession means one that involves some branch of learning

or science and is normally associated with the exercise of
intellectual or technical equipment resulting from learning
or science. Thus, Architecture has been rightly called a
‘profession’ and the Architect has been rightly referred to as
the ‘master- builder’ as his work require taste, skill,
technical learning and ability of high and rare kind along
with appropriate business & administration acumen.

Architect is an active member of the family of professional

brotherhood but doesn’t belong to trade or
business circle despite of the fact that profession of an
architect is the meeting point of art and business
without which the creative ideas of an architect would
remain on paper

The profession of an architect is regarded as a noble

profession and is not a trade or business because:
(a) He has nothing to sell except for his services.
(b) The Profit element is not the primary purpose; primary
focus is ‘aesthetic creation’ which is shared by both
present and future generation
 WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH AN
ARCHITECTURE DEGREE?

If you’ve studied an architecture degree, you’ll have

developed a range of very desirable creative, visual,
practical and design-based skills to offer employers.
Although most architecture graduates will be looking to
becoming chartered architects to practice professionally,
there are plenty of other options for you to consider.

Architect
Starting off with the most obvious architecture career, a
role as a fully qualified architect is likely to be challenging,
fascinating and inspirational – putting you at the forefront
of new technology to improve people’s lives while
exercising your creativity.

Architecture careers are more diverse than you might

think, including:

Building architecture –
designing new buildings, or
adapting existing ones.
Landscape architecture –
planning, designing and managing
open spaces , including both natural
and urban areas.
Naval architecture –
the architecture of ships and
marine vessels.
Architectural technologist
Also referred to as architectural technicians,
in this architecture career you’ll use your
science and engineering skills and knowledge
to create tough, resilient and sustainable constructions and
refurbishments. Using both computer-aided design (CAD) and
traditional drawing techniques, you’ll prepare and present design
proposals and advise clients on technical matters.

Interior and spatial designer

Interior and spatial designers design or renovate
internal spaces, fixtures and fittings, using
their architectural, creative design and project
management skills to ensure that spaces are both attractive and
efficient (although some designers will focus exclusively on the
appearance rather than the structure of interior spaces).

Building surveyor
Concerned with conserving, modifying, fixing,
renovating and restoring existing buildings,
a role as a building surveyor would suit you
if you enjoy problem solving and have a strong
interest in the design and construction of buildings. Building
surveyors are also often involved with taking precautionary
measures to keep buildings in good condition, as well as to make
them more sustainable.
Town planner
Graduates with an interest in development,
regeneration and sustainability might be
interested in a career as a town planner, in which you’ll manage
and develop the countryside, towns, cities and villages.

Production designer
Continuing our look at what you can you with
an architecture degree, a role as a production
designer on the set of films, television programs
and theater shows would be ideal for graduates
with an interest in the entertainment industry.

Historic buildings inspector

Also known as conservation officers, historic
building inspectors work to promote the
conservation of the historic environment and
help to protect and enhance buildings with historical,
architectural or cultural significance.

Structural engineer
Like architects, structural engineers are creative
innovators, using math's and science to plan,
design and oversee structures which will
withstand the pressures of human and environmental wear and
tear. As a structural engineer you’ll work in partnership with
other engineers and architects to design aesthetically pleasing
and safe structures, and will be responsible for choosing the right
materials to meet design specifications.