it’s a cohesive portfolio (graphically). I enjoyed the presentation of the first project  

You’re right no one reads the texts, but you’ve organized it in a way that adds to the overall presentation. 

Definitely spell check. It’s “master” of architecture, not “masters”. There was a couple of other spellings errors that got past you.  

Something about those numbers bothers me, but that’s probably subjective. 

Graphically, it is really eye catchy. I like the use of the color and its consistency. Kinda feel like that it is a lot of texts, I think you might make it more concise.

I have the same feeling on those numbers. They are graphically perfect and comfortable when reading. However, I think they are not your major design, it might not have to stand out that big in the central of one page. It's also totally fine that you have blank space left for reviewers, which would not make the whole page so crowded.

I think this is better than many folio's I've seen lately and that includes those with arch backgrounds.

Well designed portfolio (with awesome trees on the cover).

Is it "Masters of Architecture" ?

"Master's of Architecture"

or "Master of Architecture" ?

Check whatever the school you're applying to and how they state the degree name and put it in that way, accordingly (eg.  Architecture Track III)  That kind of thing may be detrimental in some applications.  Perhaps?

I really like this portfolio a ton.  Because you asked specifically about the order of projects, I personally think your 2 graphic design sections are the strongest.  I like that the fine arts section and sketches are broken up, but try one with them together and see how it reads.  I can also see the logic in how you've currently ordered it.  That being said I would do an iteration with the sections ordered Dead Horse, housing inventory, fine arts, sketches, graphic design work.  I would send those two iterations to colleagues, friends, past professors and get feedback about what is stronger. 

First off, sorry to zombify an old thread (but not that sorry because it's my own thread).

Context: for a number of reasons, I ended up declining all of my offers last year with plans to reapply this year. I am in the process of revising my portfolio and other application materials, so I would love any additional feedback on my portfolio from last year. The final submission is here: link

I did end up with many acceptances last year, but I was rejected at two schools, waitlisted at one, and I didn't get a good scholarship at the one I liked the most.

That's just to say, I know there is room for improvement from last year's portfolio. Maybe the comments above were a little too rosy? I have content from the GSAPP intro program I did this summer that I will be adding, but if there's any stuff from before that should really be reworked or removed, I would like to hear about it. Thoughts?

(Side note: I am really not asking for any criticism of my decision not to go to school this past year. There were a lot of factors at play and it was the right decision for me.)