Architecture school holds its own array of challenges. Studio is arguably the most rigorous part of design education, and comes with a list of unique stresses that often weigh on students. How do you balance studio with other classes? How does one best present a project? And how do you face the dreaded jury on review day? These three short essays address each of these questions.

Balancing Studio With Other Classes

This piece explores the misplaced idea that studio should come before every other class. What are the hidden benefits of planning a well balanced approach to your architectural education? Click here to dive deeper.

The Architecture Student's Presentation Roadmap

Most architecture students tend to wait to the last minute to figure out how they will present their work. They spend 99 percent of their time on the work, but then leave little room to build a coherent strategy to communicate it. This piece looks at some ways students can approach their presentations and make a more profound impact come review day. Click here for more.

How to Face a Jury in Architecture School

The dreaded jury. This is often the greatest place of stress and fear amongst students. You stand in front of a crowd with work you've spent a lot of time on. Many can't take the criticism, but this is an essential part of your growth. This piece presents a different view of criticism and looks at how one might deal with the "mean" juror. Check it out here.

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So much is different in architectural education today. With virtual learning, the dynamics have shifted. But, those still in school still have classes to manage, presentations to give, and feedback to receive. These three looks at the studio experience should provide some tools for navigating this digital landscape.