Happy National Volunteer Week! Here's a resource guide for architects and designers looking to lend a hand

2024-04-22T14:14:00-04:00

This week, from April 21–27, is officially National Volunteer Week in the United States. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Archinect has curated a handy guide of resources for architects looking to donate their time and skills to various causes that will ultimately lead to healthier communities, a cleaner planet, and a more just society.

Insights on Contemporary Mentorship in Architecture and How to Navigate It

2021-07-16T08:49:00-04:00

Every so often in conversations and considerations regarding employment, the topic of mentorship gets brought up. Regardless of whether as mentors or mentees or both, most people agree that mentorship is a vital component of an architect’s career. Despite it being recognized as important, mentorship often remains ill-defined and sometimes even fear or shame-inducing.

Archinect has recently organized an insightful panel called “The Importance of Positive Leadership and Mentorship” where Paul Petrunia discussed the topic with Donna Sink from Roland Design, Rosa Sheng from SmithGroup, Jonathan Moody of Moody Nolan, and Alan Maskin of Olson Kundig. The panel brought up numerous points for strengthening communication within a project team and company.

Below we bring a further analysis of the topic and provide actionable tips on establishing and nurturing relationships between mentors and mentees.

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Happy National Volunteer Week! Here's a resource guide for architects and designers looking to lend a hand

Insights on Contemporary Mentorship in Architecture and How to Navigate It