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[Salary Trends for Architects in NZ] Delving into the dynamic realm of architectural practice, this blog post embarks on an exploration of the evolving salary trends for . . . https://lnkd.in/dsCFdSCy

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This article - written by an architect in the UK - puts forward four key reasons for low pay and low fees in architecture. And he sets out the negative implications of those problems really well. I encourage you to read it, and take note of how many times the words “business development” and “marketing” are used. (Or I can save you time, and let you know the answer… scroll to the bottom for the TL;DR answer). My key takeaway is this: business development and marketing is a critical blind spot for architects. They don’t learn it at university, or in CPD, so they don’t have awareness of the knowledge that’s missing… Which leads to articles like this, where the answer lies everywhere but in investing in business development and marketing. I can’t think of another profession that has so little awareness of how to describe, package and sell its services… … this pains me for a couple of reasons. I want to see architects thriving and earning what they are worth. I want their valuable contributions to ripple out across communities and places. And there is an easy fix to this major problem! These skills be learned. So if architects want to earn more fees and salaries, and have more impact, while they help tackle society’s greatest challenges, they’ll need to upskill, and fast! (PS - the answer to the question. I asked at the top is zero. There is no mention of business development and marketing in the article. It’s a total blind spot for most architectus, and that’s why I created a course to help architects plug the gaps in their education and knowledge!)

I read this article recently that said there should be a 5% increase in the number of architects employed in the economy by the year 2032. This statistic is representative of the rise of The Creative Class. The Creative Class is a group of workers that comes up with ideas, technology, and content. They can be found in industries like science and engineering, education, arts, music, entertainment, and as I mentioned before, architecture and design. This group of workers is also believed to be a major player in economic growth and represents the shift from a manufacturing to a knowledge-based economy. To learn more, read this article from Archinect. Luis Nieves-Ruiz, FAICP https://lnkd.in/eTDnRe7p

🌟 **Architects: Agents of Change!** 🌟 The recent article by Matthew Lloyd sheds light on the challenges architects face regarding low pay within the industry. While the struggle is real, I believe there's a silver lining we can embrace. 💡 **My Takeaway:** Despite the hardships, we architects have the privilege of being change agents. We can pivot towards entrepreneurship, leveraging our unique skills and vision to drive societal change. As professionals committed to high principles, we have an innate drive to serve a greater cause. This is what defines us and empowers us to make a difference. Let's transform challenges into opportunities and continue shaping a brighter future through our work! 💪🏼✨ Read the article: https://lnkd.in/dA73p4pj #Sustainability #ChangeAgents #Climate #Entrepreneurship #SocietalChange #Welness #Passivehouse #Architects

With long hours, low pay, workload uncertainties and the profession’s increasing marginalisation, working in traditional practice can be tough. Here, four architects who made the transition from practice to client-side discuss their career-changing journeys, and what they look for in the architects they hire.

U.S. architecture business conditions appear volatile. Do you agree? I'm leading a survey of U.S.-based architects and designers for Archinect to better understand how the profession is feeling about business. How are you feeling about the economic outlook of your firm and sector? How easy or difficult are you finding it to secure projects? What is your employment outlook? What are you hearing from clients? Fill in our anonymous survey here: https://lnkd.in/e84W-r_C

Calling all architects and industry professionals! 📣 There’s a whole lot to celebrate in the architecture industry as our buildings today showcase unparalleled quality and innovation, putting us on a remarkable high in terms of pure architecture. However, amidst this success, there's a pressing issue that's garnering attention: architect's pay. Despite our dedication and hard work, many of us find ourselves facing dissatisfaction due to low remuneration. It's a topic that resonates across the profession, sparking conversations at every event and party. A recent opinion piece by Matthew Lloyd sheds light on this economic reality, questioning the motivation behind years of education and hard work when salaries for young architects remain dismally low. The truth is, architectural incomes are declining relative to other professions, with traditionally middle-paid professionals now earning more, especially when public sector pensions are factored in. This shift has contributed to a decline in our status and struggles with diversity within the profession. Several factors contribute to this low pay including: ✅Oversupply of architectural firms ✅Competition from non-registered designers ✅Limited sector diversity ✅A lack of fee regulation With architecture now solely driven by the market, the landscape has become increasingly crowded, further exacerbating the issue. It's high time we come forward to address these challenges and advocate for fair compensation for our hard work and expertise as well analyze and devise ways to make the profession profitable. Credits: bit.ly/3vzOO6b  Matthew Lloyd Architects Aylin Round RIBA RIBA London #architectpay #industrychallenges #architecturalexcellence #architecture #architects #design #smart #smartofficial #insights

The untouched topic at architecture schools and the most discussed topic between every young architect's discussion. Check this interesting piece.

Our Managing Director, Lynsay Bell Manson travelled down to London last week for the RIBA Guerilla Tactics Conference, which aims to give architectural practices the skills and insights to thrive in the current climate, despite all its challenges. Here are Lynsay’s key takeaways from her trip to the capital 👇 👉 Architects need to clearly define their goals and focus on what to ‘do’ rather than what to ‘be’. 👉 Architects need to be working based on value and not time. Architects salaries are not aligned with the rest of the industry and we are unable to fully immerse ourselves to address issues such as the climate and housing crises until we have resolved this. 👉 We are all facing the same challenges and need to work collectively to ensure the profession is thriving and not simply surviving. #architecture #builtenvironment #construction #business #industry